7 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech – One week Itinerary

Your journey begins with a departure from Fes, setting off toward the lesser-known imperial city of Meknes. Once the stronghold of Sultan Moulay Ismail, Meknes is filled with monumental gates, underground granaries, and vibrant medina alleys that feel more local and less hurried. After exploring its grand architecture, you’ll continue to Volubilis, where Roman ruins lie scattered over green hillsides.

Mosaics, temples, and towering arches recall an ancient Morocco deeply linked to the Mediterranean world.By late afternoon, the road twists through the Rif Mountains, leading to the storybook town of Chefchaouen.

Its blue-painted streets and tranquil medina invite slow wandering and relaxed conversation with local artisans. Whether you explore the old kasbah or simply watch the Rif glow at sunset, Chefchaouen is a peaceful close to a day steeped in layers of history.

Leave the serenity of the Rif behind and drive south toward Rabat, the political and administrative capital of Morocco. The route reveals the country’s agricultural plains and offers a glimpse of rural life before reaching the Atlantic Coast.

Rabat is a city of order and grace—broad boulevards, clean medinas, and layers of history seamlessly woven into modern life.Spend your afternoon discovering Rabat’s cultural landmarks: the fortified Kasbah of the Udayas, the elegant Hassan Tower, and the marble-domed Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Walk through Andalusian gardens, peek into artisan workshops, or enjoy mint tea by the sea. Rabat may be understated, but it leaves a lasting impression.

Today’s coastal drive leads to Casablanca, a city that pulses with Morocco’s modern ambitions. You’ll stop to visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque, perched partly over the Atlantic Ocean. Its intricate marble work and ocean-facing prayer hall make it one of the few mosques in the country open to non-Muslim visitors—an architectural marvel that balances tradition and modernity.

Continue inland through vast plains and small towns until the ochre walls of Marrakech emerge in the distance. After checking in to your riad, the evening is yours to explore Jemaa el-Fna Square, where snake charmers, storytellers, and street food bring the medina to life. It’s a preview of the cultural depth waiting for you tomorrow.

Your private guide will take you beyond the surface of Marrakech today, starting with a visit to the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, whose minaret dominates the skyline.

You’ll walk through the tranquil courtyards of the Bahia Palace, explore the Saadian Tombs, and pass through the ancient gates of the Jewish Mellah, once a thriving district of goldsmiths and merchants.In the souks, you’ll see artisans at work—dyers, leatherworkers, spice sellers—and learn how the city's marketplace still beats to rhythms centuries old. If time permits, visit the peaceful Majorelle Garden, or stop for tea on a terrace overlooking the medina. This day connects you to the soul of Marrakech—raw, layered, and constantly alive.

Leaving Marrakech, your driver takes you into the High Atlas Mountains via the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, one of North Africa’s most scenic drives. Your first destination is the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that rises from the valley like a sandcastle. Walk its narrow alleyways, explore its granaries, and stand where films like Gladiator and Kingdom of Heaven were shot.

After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate, known for its desert landscapes and historic kasbahs. You may visit the Taourirt Kasbah or take a brief stop at the Atlas Film Studios before settling into your riad. This town is the quiet gateway between Morocco’s south and the vast desert beyond.

As you travel east, the road dips into the Valley of Roses, known for its soft pink blooms and distilleries that produce rose water each spring. The journey continues past mudbrick villages and palm-lined wadis until you reach the dramatic cliffs of Todra Gorge—a deep canyon popular among climbers and hikers alike.

In the afternoon, pass through Erfoud, the fossil capital of Morocco, and reach the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. Here, camels await to take you into the desert for a silent sunset ride. Spend the night in a luxury Sahara camp, complete with private tents, Berber hospitality, and stars that fill every inch of the sky.

After a quiet sunrise over the dunes, return to the village by camel or 4x4. From Merzouga, the road rises into the Ziz Valley and onward through the Middle Atlas. Stop in Rissani, once the capital of the ancient Tafilalt region, and visit its traditional market if time allows. Continue through Midelt, a high-altitude town surrounded by apple orchards and rocky ridges.

As you approach the north, you’ll pass the cedar forests near Azrou, where wild monkeys can often be seen. Then through Ifrane, an alpine-style town with European architecture. By late afternoon, you'll arrive in Fes, where your 7-day adventure ends with a drop-off at your accommodation—your journey complete, but the memories just beginning.