1. Marrakech, the Atlas and the Sahara
The classic southern loop: Marrakech, over the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Aït Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, through the Dades and Todra gorges to the Merzouga dunes. Allow at least 3 days for the desert part alone.
Morocco Destinations
From the medinas of Marrakech and Fes to the Sahara dunes, the blue streets of Chefchaouen and the Atlantic coast: the places we plan private trips to, and how to combine them.
Where We Take You
Top Destinations in Morocco
Morocco is bigger and more varied than it looks on a map. Each of these destinations has its own guide below, with the best things to do, when to go, how long to stay and how it fits into a private itinerary.
Imperial City
Marrakech
The Red City: souks, palaces and the start of most desert routes.
Explore MarrakechImperial City
Fes
The oldest imperial city and one of the largest car-free medinas in the world.
Explore FesSahara Desert
Merzouga & the Sahara
Camel treks and desert nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Explore MerzougaRif Mountains
Chefchaouen
The blue-washed mountain town of the Rif.
Explore ChefchaouenAtlantic Coast
Essaouira
A relaxed, windswept Atlantic port with a UNESCO-listed medina.
Explore EssaouiraKasbah Route
Ouarzazate & Aït Ben Haddou
Kasbahs, film sets and the gateway to the south.
Explore OuarzazateHow to Combine Them
Popular Ways to Link Morocco's Destinations
2. The Imperial Cities and the North
Casablanca or Rabat, Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, then Fes with a stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes.
3. The Grand Tour
With 10 to 15 days you can link the north and the south: Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara at Merzouga, the kasbah route, Marrakech and a few days on the coast in Essaouira.
Every route is private and can be adjusted to your dates. See our 15-day tour from Casablanca or 14-day Casablanca to Marrakech tour, or ask us for a custom route.
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Tell us how many days you have and what you love. Our Marrakech-based team will suggest a realistic private route and reply within 24 hours.