Day 1
Arrival in Marrakech
Marrakech Airport -> Marrakech Medina
Private transfer to your riad and free time to settle in, recover from travel, and take a gentle first walk or rooftop dinner near the Marrakech medina.
Day by day
The most complete Grand Tour in the collection: Marrakech, Atlantic cities, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Midelt, Sahara, Ouzina, kasbah country, Essaouira, and relaxed final days.
Day 2
Guided Marrakech
Marrakech Medina -> Bahia Palace -> Saadian Tombs -> Ben Youssef -> Jemaa el-Fna
A guided Marrakech day through Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef, the souks, and Jemaa el-Fna, with time to understand the medina's rhythm before the long countrywide route begins.
Day 3
Marrakech to Rabat via Casablanca
Marrakech -> Casablanca -> Hassan II Mosque -> Rabat
Visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, then continue to Rabat for the Kasbah of the Udayas and Hassan Tower.
Day 4
Rabat to Asilah
Rabat -> Asilah
Travel from Rabat to Asilah and shift into the Atlantic north, exploring the whitewashed medina, murals, ramparts, beaches, and a slower coastal atmosphere before overnighting by the sea.
Day 5
Asilah to Tangier
Asilah -> Tangier -> Cape Spartel -> Hercules Caves
Continue to Tangier, with time for the medina, sea views, Cape Spartel and Hercules Caves.
Day 6
Tangier to Chefchaouen
Tangier -> Chefchaouen
Drive from Tangier into the Rif Mountains and arrive in Chefchaouen for a free afternoon among blue lanes, Uta el-Hammam square, craft shops, and sunset viewpoints.
Day 7
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen
A full day for Chefchaouen's blue streets, kasbah, mountain views and relaxed medina life.
Day 8
Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis
Chefchaouen -> Volubilis -> Fes
Leave Chefchaouen for the countryside near Meknes, visit the Roman ruins and mosaic remains of Volubilis, then continue to Fes for riad check-in and a first evening near the medina.
Day 9
Guided Fes
Fes Medina -> Al Qarawiyyin -> Tanneries -> Artisan Quarters -> Fes
A full guided day in Fes, including historic schools, souks, Al Qarawiyyin, tanneries, palaces and artisans.
Day 10
Fes to Midelt
Fes -> Ifrane -> Azrou -> Cedar Forest -> Midelt
Travel through Ifrane, Azrou and cedar forest scenery before overnighting in Midelt to soften the route to the Sahara.
Day 11
Midelt to Merzouga Sahara
Midelt -> Ziz Valley -> Erfoud -> Merzouga Sahara
Continue through the Ziz Valley and Erfoud to Erg Chebbi for camel riding, sunset and a Sahara camp night.
Day 12
Merzouga Desert Experience
Merzouga Sahara -> Khamlia -> Nomad Families -> Merzouga
Explore the Sahara by 4x4 with nomad visits, Khamlia music and time around the dunes.
Day 13
Merzouga to Ouzina
Merzouga Sahara -> Taouz -> Ouzina
Follow old rally tracks toward Ouzina for a quieter desert night near remote dunes.
Day 14
Ouzina to Dades Valley
Ouzina -> Rissani -> Todra Gorge -> Dades Valley
Leave the desert through Rissani, oasis villages and Todra Gorge before reaching Dades Valley.
Day 15
Dades Valley to Ouarzazate
Dades Valley -> Rose Valley -> Skoura -> Amridil Kasbah -> Ouarzazate
Travel through Rose Valley and Skoura, visit Amridil Kasbah when timing allows, then overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day 16
Ouarzazate to Marrakech
Ouarzazate -> Ait Ben Haddou -> High Atlas -> Marrakech
Visit Ait Ben Haddou in the morning, then cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka road with scenic stops before returning to Marrakech after the southern kasbah route.
Day 17
Marrakech to Essaouira
Marrakech -> Essaouira
Travel to Essaouira for its port, medina, ramparts, craft streets and Atlantic coast.
Day 18
Essaouira to Marrakech
Essaouira -> Marrakech
Keep the morning free in Essaouira for the beach, port, medina, ramparts, or a slow lunch, then return to Marrakech in the afternoon.
Day 19
Free Day in Marrakech
Marrakech
A final flexible Marrakech day for gardens, hammam, food, shopping, photography, or simply resting, useful after the full north, Sahara, Ouzina, and coast circuit.
Day 20
Marrakech Departure
Marrakech -> Marrakech Airport
Private transfer to Marrakech airport at the agreed time, with the morning planned around your flight so the route ends calmly rather than rushed.
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What's Included and Pricing
Everything below is shaped around your final route, travel dates, hotel level, and pace.
What's included
- Private 4x4 or minivan
- Driver-guide
- Riads and hotels
- Luxury Sahara camp
- Camel ride
- Two desert nights
- Ouzina route
- Midelt overnight
- Local guides in Marrakech and Fes
- Essaouira visit
- Daily breakfast and selected dinners
Private quote based on travel dates, group size, and accommodation level.
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Tour FAQ
Who is the 20 day Morocco Grand Tour for?
It is for travelers who want Morocco slowly and deeply, including north, coast, imperial cities, Sahara and remote desert routes.
Does this route feel less rushed?
Yes. The 20 day version adds Asilah, Tangier, Midelt, Ouzina and extra free days to reduce compression.
Can it be made luxury?
Yes. This is the best version to upgrade with boutique riads, premium desert camps and private experiences.
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