Offering a diversity of landscapes, cultures and experiences — from exploring souks in Marrakech, to overnighting in the Sahara desert — Morocco is a destination that delivers for all types of traveler. Like the sound of that? Keep reading. Each Morocco itinerary for 7 days presented below will help you make the most of your stay in this North African treasure.
While it is possible to see many of Morocco’s top attractions in seven days, if you only have a week you might want to focus on one region.
For a more complete experience, consider opting for a 10-day itinerary that’ll enable you to venture further afield, or spend more time in your chosen area or city.
But fear not if your time is limited. As revealed by each Morocco itinerary for 7 days shared below, with focus and planning, spending a week in Morocco can be extremely rewarding, enriching, and leave you with memories that’ll last a lifetime.
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Here are some stand-out places to consider including in your Morocco itinerary for 7 days.
Thanks to the natural red ochre pigment that bedecks its walls and buildings, Marrakech is known as the Red City.
It's also a captivating city of two halves, with its ancient walled Medina, founded by Sultan Youssef Ben Tachfine in the Middle Ages, sitting in contrast to the colonial Ville Nouvelle that was built by the French in the mid-twentieth century.
As such, it’s a richly rewarding destination for travelers who love vacations that are big on history and culture.
Love food? Include Fez in your Morocco itinerary for 7 days © keeshaskitchen.com/Shutterstock
Boasting a UNESCO-listed labyrinth of narrow alleys, secret courtyards, and lively souks, Fez is a timeless city that makes it easy to immerse yourself in history.
With its mosques and medersas, and a mile-long stretch of souks, there are enough sights in Fez el Bali (Old Fez) to fill a good few days, though immersive walking tours give great insights if you only have a day here.
If that wasn't enough, Fez is also Morocco’s culinary capital, which — to our mind — makes it a highlight of any itinerary.
Chefchaouen, the Blue City © Shutterstock
Known for its charming blue-painted streets, the mountain town of Chefchaouen offers something of tranquil oasis in comparison with Marrakech and Fez.
Given that visiting Chefchaouen requires venturing into the rugged Rif mountains it was, for some time, mainly visited by intrepid backpackers.
These days, however, it’s easy to include in vacation itineraries, though it retains an off-the-beaten-track vibe, and also happens to be home to what might be Morocco’s prettiest medina.
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Erg Chebbi dunes, Morocco © Shutterstock
Offering mesmerising landscapes, camel trekking trips, and the chance to learn about the Berber and Tuareg, the Sahara Desert — the world's largest hot desert — is worth considering including in any Morocco itinerary for 7 days.
It’s also a great way to enhance week-long trips. For example, you could easily add spending a few nights in a star-studded desert camp to the end of a city-focussed vacation.
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Aromatic spices in a Marrakech souk © Christopher Clark
With a focus on fine food and first-class accommodation, this 7-day Luxurious Morocco itinerary features fabulous culture-oriented stays in Rabat, Fes and Chefchaouen, along with a luxury desert camp in Merzouga.
After arriving in Casablanca on day one, you’ll stop by Hassan II Mosque before transferring to Rabat, with day two devoted to exploring the grandeur of Morocco's capital on an expert-guided tour.
Come day three, you’ll take a private transfer to Fez, where you’ll discover the city on a fascinating walking tour.
Meanwhile, a day trip to charming Chefchaouen awaits on day four.
Known for its blue and white buildings and Andalusian connections, you’ll also visit the Ras-el-Ma to see where the city’s freshwater springs from the mountains.
Day five will see you take a cookery class in Fez — the ideal opportunity to discover why it’s Morocco’s capital of cuisine
On day six, you’ll journey to the desert town of Merzouga in the Middle Atlas Mountains, with the chance to visit the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes.
After dark, you’ll dine beneath a canopy of sparkling stars before bedding down in your luxury tent.
On day seven, you’ll be transferred to Errachidia Airport, from where you can reach Marrakech, Rabat or Casablanca to connect with your international return flight.
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Here’s day-by-day detail on this luxurious 7-day Morocco itinerary.
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For those who are short on time, but have big expectations, this 7-day Highlights of Morocco trip is a great option.
Covering Casablanca and Fez, Chefchaouen and Marrakech — plus time in the desert — it’s nothing but diverse as it combines a tonne of cultural experiences with outdoor adventure.
Day one kicks off when you land in Casablanca and are transported to Fez, with day two devoted to exploring the city on an expert-guided tour.
A change of scenery awaits on day three, when you’ll cross the Middle Atlas region, traversing a landscape that shifts from stony plains to cedar-clad mountains and canyons.
After spending the night in a luxury desert camp, day four begins in sublime style when you’ll get to witness a pre-breakfast Sahara sunrise before joining a camel caravan to see the majesty of the dunes.
Come day five, you’ll depart the desert for Marrakech, with an immersive walking tour in store on day six.
On day seven, you’ll transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca airport ready to fly home.
Bab Bou Jeloud gate (Blue Gate), Fez © Shutterstock
Here’s a breakdown of this Morocco itinerary for 7 days.
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Koutoubia mosque, Marrakech, Morocco © Migel/Shutterstock
As suggested by its name, this Morocco itinerary for 7 days hones in on Marrakech and the desert, making it well-suited to those who want more focus to their trip.
After arriving in Marrakech on day one, you’ll settle into your hotel before enjoying a guided walking tour on day two, taking in the city’s souks and medinas.
After devoting day three to a culinary tour of the city, courtesy of visiting a spice market and tastings in souks, day four will see you journey to the High Atlas Mountains towards the Moulay Brahim valley.
The area is speckled with Berber villages, and you’ll take a break to take tea with a Berber family before venturing off-road to the Agafay area, where you’ll sleep in a luxurious tented camp.
Come day five, you’ll tour palm groves before continuing to M'hamid via Zagora and Tamengroute, making a stop at the Erg Chigaga dunes, with a camel trek beckoning when you arrive.
Day six begins with seeing a spectacular desert sunrise before you return to Marrakech, ready for your day seven departure.
Sahara desert tent, Morocco © Shutterstock
Read on for an overview of this fine way to spend 7 days in Morocco.
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written by
Joanne Owen
updated 19.07.2024
