8 Day Itinerary Morocco

8 Day Itinerary Morocco starting from Casablanca. Over eight days and seven nights, visit stunning destinations across the country. Begin with Casablanca, followed by Rabat, Morocco’s capital, and Chefchaouen, the iconic blue city. Explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes, known for its rich culture. Stop in Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco.

Head south to the cedar forests, Midelt, Ziz Valley, and the Rissani market. Discover Erfoud, famous for fossils, and Merzouga in the Sahara Desert. Enjoy a camel ride and overnight stay in a luxury desert camp. Watch breathtaking sunsets and sunrises in the dunes. Walk through the Todra and Dades Gorges, then visit the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. End the tour with a guided visit to Marrakech. The journey wraps up back in Casablanca.

8 Day Itinerary Morocco

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

Your 8 Day Itinerary Morocco begins with a pick-up from the airport, port, or your accommodation in Casablanca, Morocco’s financial hub and largest city. First, visit the Hassan II Mosque, the country’s biggest mosque, situated on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After some free time for lunch, explore the city, including a stop at the lively Corniche. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen

After breakfast, travel along the coast to Rabat, Morocco’s capital and one of its imperial cities. Visit top landmarks such as the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of Oudaya. After lunch, continue north through Ouazzane to the charming Chefchaouen, known for its blue-and-white streets in the Rif Mountains. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

Start the day leisurely exploring Chefchaouen’s picturesque alleys. Then, head to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning mosaics and historic structures. Continue to Meknes, another imperial city, to see the iconic Bab Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables, and Moulay Ismail’s Mausoleum. End the day with a drive to Fes for an overnight stay in a riad.

Day 4: Exploring Fes

Enjoy breakfast before starting a guided tour of Fes, a city rich in history and culture. Visit the Royal Palace gate, then walk through the UNESCO-listed medieval Medina. Discover landmarks like Bab Boujloud, the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Najjarine Fountain, the tanneries, and the historic Quaraouiyine Mosque and University. Later, tour the old Mellah (Jewish Quarter) and head to a hilltop fortress for a view of the city. Return to your riad for the night.

Day 5: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

After breakfast, we head south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane. Known for its chilly weather, snow, and alpine-style houses, it’s often called Morocco’s Switzerland. Next, we visit the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques. You can feed them while exploring the area.

We then continue to Midelt, where we’ll take a break for lunch. Afterward, we drive to Merzouga, passing through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and the scenic Ziz Valley, stopping for great views along the way.

By afternoon, we arrive at the Merzouga desert. Here, you’ll ride camels across golden dunes, stopping on a high dune to watch the sunset. From there, you’ll continue to the desert camp, a mix of nomadic-style tents and modern comforts. Enjoy Berber drum music and dancing around the campfire beneath the starry sky. Dinner and an overnight stay are included at the camp.

Day 6: Merzouga Desert – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Start your day early to catch the stunning desert sunrise. After breakfast, ride camels back to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting. From there, head to Rissani, once the capital of Tafilalet and still a bustling trade hub with a vibrant market open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

After exploring the Rissani Souk, continue to Erfoud to visit a fossilized marble workshop. Drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad before arriving at Todra Gorges. This canyon, carved by the Todra River, features towering red cliffs and is a favorite spot for rock climbers. Take time to walk around and enjoy the scenery, followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

Next, proceed to Dades Valley via Boumalne Dades. Stop to see the “monkey fingers” rock formations and enjoy a panoramic view of the valley from a high vantage point. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 7: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Skoura Palm Groves – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

After breakfast, travel to Kalaat M’Gouna to visit Rose Valley, known for its annual May festival celebrating rose products like perfumes and oils. Then, drive through Skoura’s lush palm groves before reaching Ouarzazate, often called the “gateway to the Top desert,” Stop by the local film studios where famous movies were filmed.

Next, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a fortified village featured in films like Gladiator and The Mummy, as well as TV shows like Game of Thrones. Continue toward Marrakech, traveling through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and taking in the breathtaking sights of the High Atlas Mountains. Make stops for lunch and photo opportunities along the way. Arrive in Marrakech for an overnight stay in a riad.

Day 8: Marrakech – Casablanca

On the final day, head north to Casablanca airport. Stop along the way for scenic views before transferring to the airport, marking the end of your 8 Day Itinerary Morocco

8 Day Itinerary Morocco

Price includes

✅Private 4×4 or minibus with air conditioning.
✅Fuel included.
✅English or Spanish-speaking driver.
✅Hotel or riad stays.
✅One night at a desert camp.
✅Camel ride experience.
✅Breakfasts provided.
✅Two dinners (based on accommodations).