Morocco 8 Days itinerary

Welcome to Morocco! This Morocco 8 Days itinerary begins with a pickup from the International Airport of Marrakech and drive to the Riad for checking. A local tour guide will then meet for a three-hour city tour. First, you will visit the famous Koutoubia Mosque, which has a striking minaret. Visit the famous Ben Youssef Madrasa, which features stunning Moroccan architecture.

Visit the Bahia Palace as well, which has exquisite woodwork and lovely grounds. Explore the intricately painted Saadian tombs and the expansive courtyards of the El Badi Palace ruins. Following a lunch break, you will also visit the Jewish Quarter, or Mellah. Finally, explore the busy Jemaa el-Fnaa, the main area crowded with vendors selling food, entertainers, and snake charmers.

Discover the narrow souks of the Medina, which are brimming with antiques and spices. At last, bid farewell to your local guide and carry on exploring Jamaa el F’na and Medina independently. 

• ⇒ Accommodations: Riad or Hotel
• ⇒ Meals included: Only Breakfast
• ⇒ Distance: Sightseeing tour

From your Riad in the Medina or a closest point you will meet your driver guide to begin the adventure of today by heading to Boumalne Dades! We will halt numerous times along the route, the first of which will be at Tizi N’T’ichka Pass, which is 2260 meters high in the High Atlas Mountains. We pause here to take in the breathtaking view of the Atlas before moving on to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kasbah is well known for its exquisite examples of traditional Moroccan architecture, which are made of earthen clay and harmoniously integrate into the surrounding terrain.

Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

Ait Ben Haddou has become well-known for serving as the shooting location for a number of motion pictures and television shows, such as “Game of Thrones,” “Lawrence of Arabia,” and “Gladiator.” Its stunning and well-preserved buildings make the ideal setting for epic and historical settings. Once your visit to the Kasbah is done we make a break for lunch at a nearby eatery before continuing on to Ouarzazate, which is referred to as the “gateway to the desert.” One of the biggest film studios in the world, Atlas Studios, is located in Ouarzazate, which is also well-known for its film industry.

feel free to snap a memorable photo in front of the Taourirte Kasbah. Furthermore, we set off to to Kalaat M’Gouna, a city renowned for rose cultivation and distillation, here the inhabitants celebrate the Rose Festival at the castle every year. In the afternoon we arrive our Destination Boumalane Dades where we will drop you off at a nice Riad for Overnight.

• ⇒ Accommodations: Riad or Hotel
• ⇒ Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
• ⇒ Distance: From Marrakech to Boumalne Dades: 314 km / 5-6 Hours with stops

Today after breakfast we pay a short visit to Dades Gorge Beautiful views of the valley and the distinctive rock formations may be had from the winding road that winds through the gorge. We then make a halt not far from the gorge to view the Monkey Finger Rocks, so called because of their unusual shape that resembles monkey fingers.

This natural marvel is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll and picture ops. After that, we depart from Boumalne and drive to the Todgha Gorge. Once there, feel free to stroll among the 300-meter-tall canyon walls and take in the striking scenery. This location is ideal for a quick hike and photography. Just near the gorge we stop for lunch then we leave for the Sahara Desert where we will drop you off at the edge of the sand, ride your camels, and begin navigating the dunes.

After making a stop at the stunning panorama to take in the enchanted sunset vista, proceed to the Desert Camp. You will be greeted with a mint teacup and a delectable dinner at the camp. Before you go to bed, see the stars away from the light of the campfire and bask in the desert sensations of Berber music.

• ⇒ Accommodations: Luxury or Standard Camp
• ⇒ Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
• ⇒ Distance: From Boumalne Dades to Merzouga: 253 km / 6-7 Hours with stops

Make sure you get up early to see the amazing sunrise over the dunes that are close to your camp. You can also observe how the color of the sand changes as the sun rises. We begin our exploring day with a visit to the first Berber nomadic families behind the Erg Chebbi dunes after breakfast. Discover their customs and graciousness while also getting a glimpse of their everyday lives. We tip them and move on to the Mefiss Mountains, which are renowned for their breathtaking vistas and historical significance as the location of a previous kohl mining operation.

Meet the Gnawa people, who are descended from African slaves and are known for their distinctive music and dance, by going to the village of Khamlia afterwards. Take in a riveting show that showcases their rich cultural history. Later, we stop for lunch at a nearby eatery known for its Berber pizza. We stop briefly to investigate the verdant oases before our adventure comes to an end. These areas stand in stark contrast to the surrounding desert. Learn about the variety of plants and animals that grow in these lush environments. At last, we check you into a lovely hotel for the night.

After leaving the enthralling Merzouga desert on the fifth day of your 8-day tour from Marrakech to Tangier, we will travel to Fes. Along the way we will make multiple stops to explore and take in each fascinating location. The Ziz Valley is first today’s destination. It has become known as Morocco’s second-largest oases, after the Daraa Valley feel free to take some memorable pictures before leaving to the magnificent Midelt, known as the apple capital.

On the way we stop for lunch and continue on to the Cedar Forest. The wild Barbary Macaques settled in the woodland after migrating from Gibraltar. Feeding the monkeys is desired, but we advise with caution. Later we move on to Ifrane, Morocco’s Little Switzerland, which is situated in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Feel free to stroll in the city. Finally in the afternoon we arrive the city of  Fes. Overnight stay in a Charming Riad located in the Medina.

• ⇒ Accommodations: Hotel or Riad
• ⇒ Meals included: Breakfast
• ⇒ Distance: From Merzouga to Fes: 467 km / 8-9 Hours with stops

Today is devoted to touring Fes, the oldest city in the world with more than a thousand years of history. After breakfast, we will come to the Riad to get you and bring you to a professional guide who is local to Fes. Visits to the Golden Gates of the Palace, or Dar el-Makhzen in Arabic, mark the start of the city tour. 

Even though you can’t enter, the huge gates are a beautiful sight. Visit the Borj Sud thereafter for a bird’s-eye perspective of the historic Medina. Visit the artisans who create amazing artistic instruments out of pottery, such as decorations or utensils, after that, visit the Ibn Danan Synagogue and the Mellah (Jewish Quarter) to learn more about the Medina and its mysteries.

Explore the wonderfully restored Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts. Visit the Chouara Tannery for a vivid and distinctive look at the traditional leather-dying process. Visit Bab Bou Jeloud, often known as the Blue Gate, the main entry to the Medina, after lunch. Explore the colorful souks, traditional craftspeople, and antique houses that line the twisting, narrow lanes.

Lastly, you will go to one of the oldest universities in the world, Al-Qarawiyyin University and Mosque. Discover the magnificent Bou Inania Madrasa, renowned for its elaborate architecture and tilework. At the end of your city tour we transport you to the Riad for a second overnight.

Are you prepared to carry on the Moroccan journey? New Explorations, History, and Traditions in Dive is the title for today. We depart for Chefchaouen after breakfast, traveling through Meknes and Volubilis. We first stop in Meknes, a UNESCO-listed city renowned for its imperial heritage. Here, make the most of the chance to see the magnificent Bab Mansour Gate, Moulay Ismail’s mausoleum, and the busy Place el-Hedim. Thereafter we leave for Volubilis, the Roman Empire.

With its well-preserved mosaics, basilicas, and triumphal arches, this UNESCO World Heritage Site provides a window into Morocco’s Roman history. To learn more about the past of this historic site, hire a local tour. We go to Chefchaouen after stopping for lunch, where we will spend a lovely evening at a traditional riad near the Medina.

Today we leave for Tangier, the Bride of the North, after breakfast. After traveling across the Rif Mountains, we arrive in Tangier and begin discovering the hidden treasures of the city. Our first stop is the fabled Hercules Cave, which is connected to the Greek hero Hercules. The cave, which is both natural and artificial, has an opening that resembles the continent of Africa.

It has drawn travelers and history buffs as a location of myth and mystery. After there, we continue to Cape Spartel, which denotes the point in northwest Africa where the Atlantic and Mediterranean oceans converge. Built in 1864, the picturesque lighthouse on the cape is well-known for its historical significance and breathtaking views.

Afterwards, to the historic Medina It was built in the fourteenth century and features iconic buildings like the Grand Socco and the Kasbah Museum, as well as typical Moroccan architecture and culture. Tangier’s rich past as a crossroads of culture and commerce is reflected in the Medina. Following a lunch break in Tangier, we conclude your 8-day Morocco journey by dropping you off at the airport.