Itinerary
- Day 1
Tangier to Chefchaouen
You'll arrive in Tangier and have options depending on your interests. Either spend time in the port city itself or head inland toward Chefchaouen. If you go for Chefchaouen, you'll stop for a 2 to 3 hour hike through Cascades d'Akchour waterfalls along the way. Once you settle in, the blue-washed streets of the old medina are waiting to explore. Walk through the narrow alleyways, check out Place Outa el Hammam square and the Grand Mosque, then visit the kasbah. Later, climb up to the Spanish Mosque and catch the sunset views over the town and surrounding mountains.
Optional Activities
- Explore Tangier
- Hike through Cascades d'Akchour (2-3 hours)
- Browse shops in Chefchaouen medina
- Visit Grand Mosque exterior
- Explore kasbah, garden, museum, and old prison cells
- Ascend to Spanish Mosque for sunset viewing
Landmarks Cascades d'Akchour Chefchaouen Medina Place Outa el Hammam Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen Kasbah of Chefchaouen Spanish Mosque 
- Day 2
Chefchaouen to Fes
Start early from Chefchaouen if photography is on your mind. From there, you'll make a detour to see the Roman ruins at Volubilis, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with well-preserved mosaics and old merchant homes worth walking through. Stop in Meknes next to explore the medina, which is quieter than other cities, and the Ville Impériale before heading to Fes. Once you arrive, head to the Merenid Tombs for panoramic views of the old city. Later, settle into your riad in the medina for the night.
Optional Activities
- Photograph Chefchaouen early morning streets
- Explore Volubilis Roman ruins
- View Labors of Hercules mosaics at Volubilis
- Explore Meknes medina
- Visit Meknes Ville Impériale
- Visit Merenid Tombs ruins and panoramic viewpoint
Landmarks Volubilis Meknes Medina Ville Impériale Merenid Tombs Fes Medina 
- Day 3
Fes
You'll spend the first half of the day with a guide in Fes el Bali, which happens to be one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world. Your guide will show you how Spanish and Tunisian refugees influenced the architecture and layout. Walk through the many souks and visit the Chouara Tannery from the 11th century. From outside, you can see the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque, then go into the Al Attarine Madrasa to see the intricate tilework up close. By afternoon, head to Fes el Jdid and the Mellah for panoramic city views.
Included Activities
- Guided half-day tour of Fes medinas
Optional Activities
- Explore Fes el Bali (founded 789 ACE)
- Browse souks and watch artisans at work
- Visit Chouara Tannery and leather shops
- View Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque exterior (859 ACE)
- Explore Al Attarine Madrasa
- Visit Fes el Jdid and Mellah (old Jewish quarter)
- Take panoramic photos of the city
- Visit Ceramics and Tilework Collective
Landmarks Fes el Bali Chouara Tannery Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque Al Attarine Madrasa Fes el Jdid Mellah 
- Day 4
Fes to Rabat to Casablanca
This morning you'll continue exploring Fes, and if ceramics interest you, there's an optional workshop to check out. After that, you'll head west toward Rabat on the Atlantic coast. See the medieval Chellah Necropolis with its Roman and Islamic ruins, then explore the Kasbah des Oudaias with its white and blue-washed streets. Visit the Andalusian Gardens and see the Hassan Tower, which has 200 supporting columns. By evening, you'll reach Casablanca and get settled into your accommodation.
Optional Activities
- Visit local Ceramics and Tilework Collective
- Explore Chellah Necropolis
- Wander Kasbah des Oudaias streets
- Visit Andalusian Gardens
Landmarks Chellah Necropolis Kasbah des Oudaias Andalusian Gardens Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohamed V 
- Day 5
Casablanca
Start your morning at the Hassan II Mosque, one of the few mosques in Morocco where non-Muslims can enter. You'll see hand-carved details, intricate marble floors, and gilded ceilings inside. Browse through the Hobous medina afterward, which dates from the 1930s art deco period and has olive, vegetable, and spice markets. Take a casual walk along Boulevard de la Corniche by the beachfront, then you'll head south for about three hours to reach Marrakech, known as the Red City.
Included Activities
- Guided morning tour of Hassan II Mosque
Optional Activities
- Browse Hobous medina shops and markets
- Stroll Boulevard de la Corniche
- Visit Rick's Café
Landmarks Hassan II Mosque Hobous Medina Boulevard de la Corniche Rick's Café 
- Day 6
Marrakech
Meet your guide and explore Marrakech, a major economic center with deep Berber roots. Walk through the spice, blacksmith, and slipper souks while noticing the historic Fondouks, which are old caravanserai courtyards. Spend the afternoon at Jemaa el-Fna Square as it really comes to life with musicians, storytellers, acrobats, dancers, and snake charmers performing. As the sun sets, food stalls start appearing around the square, and you can grab fresh mint tea at one of the many cafés.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Browse Souk el-Attarin (Spices)
- Browse Souk Haddadine (blacksmiths)
- Browse Souk Smata (slippers)
- Explore Fondouks or Caravanserai
- Visit Jemaa el-Fna Square performers and food stalls
- Browse northern souks
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque and Gardens
- Visit Kasbah area with Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace
- Visit Majorelle Gardens
Landmarks Jemaa el-Fna Square Souk el-Attarin Souk Haddadine Souk Smata Koutoubia Mosque and Gardens Saadian Tombs Bahia Palace El Badi Palace Majorelle Gardens 
- Day 7
Marrakech
Meet your guide and explore Marrakech, a major economic center with deep Berber roots. Walk through the spice, blacksmith, and slipper souks while noticing the historic Fondouks, which are old caravanserai courtyards. Spend the afternoon at Jemaa el-Fna Square as it really comes to life with musicians, storytellers, acrobats, dancers, and snake charmers performing. As the sun sets, food stalls start appearing around the square, and you can grab fresh mint tea at one of the many cafés.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Browse Souk el-Attarin (Spices)
- Browse Souk Haddadine (blacksmiths)
- Browse Souk Smata (slippers)
- Explore Fondouks or Caravanserai
- Visit Jemaa el-Fna Square performers and food stalls
- Browse northern souks
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque and Gardens
- Visit Kasbah area with Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace
- Visit Majorelle Gardens
Landmarks Jemaa el-Fna Square Souk el-Attarin Souk Haddadine Souk Smata Koutoubia Mosque and Gardens Saadian Tombs Bahia Palace El Badi Palace Majorelle Gardens
