Your Perfect 7 days morocco itinerary: Imperial Cities & Desert Sands
Are you planning a trip to Morocco but only have a week? Don’t worry. This detailed 7 days morocco itinerary is a cornerstone of our Morocco luxury tours, crafted to let you experience the very best of this vibrant North African gem. Our Morocco itinerary 7 days is the perfect way to see Morocco’s highlights, from the famous blue city of Chefchaouen and the vast Sahara Desert to the majestic Atlas Mountains. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure!
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Start Point: Casablanca
- End Point: Marrakech
- Tour Style: Fully Private & Customizable
- Accommodations: Hand-picked riads, hotels, and a luxury desert camp
Key Highlights of Your 7 days morocco itinerary
- Visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, set against the Atlantic ocean.
- Explore the enchanting blue-rinsed streets and hidden alleys of Chefchaouen.
- Step back in time at the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.
- Get lost in the ancient, labyrinthine alleyways of the Fes Medina, a UNESCO site.
- Experience an epic camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Witness a breathtaking sunset and sunrise over the Sahara Desert.
- Spend a magical night under the stars at a luxury desert camp.
- Walk through the stunning, high-walled river canyon of Todra Gorge.
- Drive through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains.
Why Choose This Private 7 days morocco itinerary?
Opting for our private 7 days morocco itinerary from luxury private tours marrakech provides significant benefits for your one week in Morocco. As specialists in Private Morocco tours, we ensure a seamless and enriching experience.
- Total Flexibility: This is your trip. You control the pace. We can customize the itinerary to match your interests, allowing you to spend more time in the places you love and bypass those you don’t.
- Personalized Experience: With our private tour, you’ll have a dedicated private tour guide morocco who can provide personalized insights and recommendations tailored to your preferences, from dining to shopping.
- Authenticity: Our Private tours Marrakech and national circuits offer a more authentic travel experience, allowing for genuine interaction with locals. Your guide can introduce you to authentic Moroccan culture and take you to off-the-beaten-path locations.
- Complete Convenience: Travel with peace of mind. Your professional driver knows the roads and customs, handling all logistics so you can relax and enjoy your vacation.
The Detailed 7 days morocco itinerary Plan
Here is a sample outline for your 7-day adventure. Remember, this itinerary is fully customizable to suit your personal travel style and interests.
Day 1: Casablanca ⇢ Rabat
Your 7 days morocco itinerary begins in Casablanca. Upon arrival at Mohammed V International Airport, your personal guide will greet you. Your first stop is the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque, an architectural marvel set against the Atlantic coast.
Following the mosque visit, we drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital. You’ll explore key historical sites, including the Hassan Tower and the picturesque Oudayas Kasbah. Your day concludes with check-in at your Rabat accommodation.
- Note: If you have a late-night arrival, we will transfer you directly to your hotel in Casablanca to rest before starting the tour the next morning.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 128 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 2 hr 10 min
Day 2: Rabat ⇢ Chefchaouen
After breakfast at your hotel or riad, we depart for the “Blue Pearl” of Morocco: Chefchaouen. The 4-hour drive will take you through scenic, rolling hills.
Upon arrival, you’ll check into your riad and have the rest of the day at your leisure. Get lost in the narrow, blue alleys, browse the local artisan shops, or enjoy a mint tea in the main square.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 254 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 4 hr
Day 3: Chefchaouen ⇢ Volubilis ⇢ Meknes ⇢ Fes
Following breakfast, we’ll drive south towards the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. Here, you’ll explore the well-preserved mosaics and columns of this once-thriving Roman outpost.
Next, we continue to the 17th-century city of Meknes. After lunch, you’ll visit the medina and the monumental Bab el Mansour gate. Today’s journey is a core part of your 7 days morocco itinerary, bridging the north with Morocco’s historic heartland. Finally, we’ll complete the drive to Fes, where you’ll check into your riad for the night.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 260 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 4 hr 30 min
Day 4: Full Day Tour of Fes
Today is dedicated to exploring Fes, the cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll navigate the sprawling Fes el-Bali (the old Medina), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your tour will include visits to Al-Qarawiyyin University, the Al-Attarine Madrasa, the Nejjarine fountain, and the famous Chouara Tanneries. You’ll also explore “the Mellah” (the historic Jewish quarter) before returning to your riad.
Day 5: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Middle Atlas ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Desert
After an early breakfast, we begin the dramatic travel day south to the Sahara Desert. You’ll stop in Ifrane, “Morocco’s Switzerland,” and see the Barbary apes in the cedar forests.
After lunch, we descend into the Ziz Valley oasis. In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive in Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, you’ll embark on an authentic camel trek to watch the sunset before continuing to your luxury desert camp for dinner and Berber music.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 500 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 7 hr 30 min
Day 6: Merzouga Desert ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Todra Gorge ⇢ Dades Gorge
Wake up early to witness a magical sunrise over the sand dunes. After breakfast, you’ll return to Merzouga and continue the journey. We’ll stop in Rissani to visit the traditional market (on market days) and then drive to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where you can walk along the river.
From there, we proceed to the Dades Valley, driving past incredible rock formations known as the “monkey fingers” before settling into your hotel for the night.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 310 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 5 hr
Day 7: Dades Gorge ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ Marrakech
On the final day of your 7 days morocco itinerary, we drive towards Marrakech. Our first stop is Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa.”
Next, we visit the most famous ksar in Morocco, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After exploring the kasbah, we’ll begin the scenic drive over the High Atlas Mountains. We will arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon, where your driver will drop you off, marking the end of your tour.
- Driving Distance: Approx. 353 km
- Driving Time: Approx. 6 hr 30 min
✅ What’s Included in Your Tour Package
- Pick-up from Casablanca airport
- A private, modern, air-conditioned 4×4, van, or minibus
- An experienced, English-speaking driver
- A certified local guide for your full-day tour of Fes
- 6 nights of accommodation (with breakfast)
- Dinner at your desert camp and your hotel in Dades Gorge
- Camel trekking experience in the desert
- Sandboarding in the dunes
❌ What’s Not Included
- Lunches
- Dinners in Rabat, Chefchaouen, and Fes
- Beverages
- Entrance fees
- Tips (optional)
Important Tour Information & Customization
- Flexible Start: This itinerary can also be adapted to start from Tangier.
- Flexible Timelines & Marrakech Departures: While this 7 days morocco itinerary starts in Casablanca, many of our most popular Private tours from Marrakech are available. We can customize any trip.
- Popular Marrakech Itineraries: We offer many options, including the classic 7 day morocco itinerary from marrakech, a focused 7 days in morocco from marrakech, and shorter trips like a 5 days private tour from Marrakech or a 6-Day Private tour from Marrakech.
- Dedicated Desert Tours: Many clients love our Morocco desert tours from Marrakech. These include the popular 3 day tour from marrakech to merzouga (also searched as 3 day tour marrakech to merzouga or 3 days tour from marrakech to merzouga) and the slightly longer 4-Day Private Marrakech to Merzouga.
- Longer & One-Way Tours: We also arrange specific routes like a Private 6 Days Marrakech to Casablanca or a 6-Day Private tour from Marrakech to Tangier.
- City Excursions: In addition to multi-day tours, we also offer local Marrakech private excursions.
- Dietary Needs: Please inform us of any dietary restrictions during booking.
- Optional Extras: Enhance your Fes tour with a cooking class or Hammam, or add quad biking in the Merzouga desert. Let us know!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are 7 days enough for Morocco?
Yes, this 7 days morocco itinerary provides a fantastic introduction to Morocco’s diverse culture, history, and landscapes. While you can’t see the entire country, this 7 days morocco itinerary is perfectly crafted to cover the most popular and stunning destinations, including Chefchaouen, Fes, and the Sahara Desert, offering a memorable and comprehensive experience. This 7 day morocco itinerary is one of our most popular.
What kind of transportation is used?
We use a fleet of modern, air-conditioned vehicles, including Toyota Prado Land Cruisers, Ford Tourneo Custom vans, and Mercedes Benz Sprinter minibuses.
How far in advance should we book the tour?
We recommend booking your 7 days morocco itinerary as soon as your travel dates are firm, especially during peak season.
How do we pay for the tour?
A small deposit is required to confirm your booking. The remaining balance is payable in cash (Euros, USD, or Moroccan Dirhams) to your driver on the first day of your tour.
Please contact us if you need any further information!