Two-Week Morocco Road Trip Travel Guide

Are you dreaming of an adventurous journey through Morocco? A road trip that takes you from the bustling streets of Marrakech to the historical wonders of Fez, immersing you in breathtaking landscapes and rich culture? This comprehensive guide will walk you through a two-week itinerary, packed with tips, recommendations, and essential insights to ensure your Moroccan adventure is unforgettable!

Located just a stone's throw away from Spain, Morocco is an ideal destination for those seeking a unique travel experience. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway to iconic cities like Marrakech or Fez, or a longer journey exploring the country’s stunning landscapes, the options are plentiful. In this article, we will detail our two-week road trip across Morocco, starting in Marrakech and concluding in Fez, including daily stages, distances traveled, and a wealth of information to help you plan your own epic adventure.

A brief overview of the trip

Before diving into the specifics, here’s some basic information to get you oriented:

• Starting point: Marrakech
• Ending point: Fez
• Total days: 14 (ideally 16 for a more relaxed pace)
• Total distance: 2,043 km
• Transport type: Rental car (a standard vehicle is sufficient, though we opted for a mid-range car)

Itinerary for a mesmerizing journey through Morocco

If you have two weeks to explore Morocco and want to see the most iconic sites, we recommend a route that connects Marrakech and Fez, traversing the heart of the country through the stunning Atlas Mountains. This journey includes the famous Kasbah Trail, visits to the Dadès and Todra gorges, and a night spent in each desert: Erg Chigaga and Erg Chebbi.

Note: If you're short on time and can’t visit both deserts, check out our guide on which desert to visit in Morocco.

Alternative: If you find yourself with extra days, consider:

• Spending additional time in either Marrakech or Fez.
• Exploring southern Morocco to create a loop from Marrakech, including the Ourika Valley and Essaouira.
• Heading north to visit Chefchaouen and ending your journey in Tangier.

Flying to Morocco’s major cities from Spain is quite convenient, and you can find the best options here:

→ Find cheap flights to Morocco

We'll provide details for each stage of the trip, complete with links to our experiences in each location.

Days 1 and 2: Discovering Marrakech

• READ THE ARTICLE
• If you have more time, check out the best excursions from Marrakech.

Stage 1 (Day 3): Marrakech – Aït Ben Haddou

• Total distance: 180 km
• Must-see attractions: Tizi N’Tickka, Telouet Kasbah, Ounila Valley, and Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Stage 2 (Day 4): Aït Ben Haddou – Mhamid

• Total distance: 360 km
• Must-see attractions: Taourirt Kasbah (Ouarzazate), Agdz, Tamenougalt, Draa Valley, Zagora, Tamegroute. This is a long stage with many visits, and you may consider splitting the visits between this day and day 6.
• Alternative: The excursion to Erg Chigaga can also begin from Zagora, which reduces the distance if you finish the stage there.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Day 5: Night in Erg Chigaga Desert

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Stage 3 (Day 6): Mhamid – Skoura

• Total distance: 303 km
• Must-see attractions: Any of those left from stage 2.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Stage 4 (Day 7): Skoura – Dadès Valley – Todra Valley

• Total distance: 317 km
• Must-see attractions: Amridil Kasbah, Rose Valley, Dadès Gorge, and Todra Gorge.
• Alternative: We split this stage into two days, spending one night in each gorge. While it’s possible to do it all in one day, an early start is essential!
• READ THE ARTICLE and TODRA VALLEY

Stage 5 (Day 8): Todra Gorge – Merzouga

• Total distance: 258 km
• Must-see attractions: Trekking in Todra Gorge, Goulmima, Erfoud, Sijilmasa, Risani, and the loop of ksour.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Day 9: Night in Erg Chebbi Desert

• READ THE ARTICLE

Stage 6 (Day 10): Merzouga – Azrou / Ifrane

• Total distance: 393 km
• Must-see attractions: Ziz Valley, Meski spring, Tizi n’Taghaumt, Cedar Forest.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Stage 7 (Day 11): Azrou / Ifrane – Meknes

• Total distance: 80 km
• Must-see attractions: Cedar Forest, Ifrane, Meknes.
• READ THE ARTICLE

Stage 8 (Day 12): Meknes – Fez

• Total distance: 142 km
• Must-see attractions: Volubilis and Mulay Idrís.
• READ THE ARTICLE, READ THE ARTICLE ON MULAY IDRÍS

Days 13 and 14: Exploring Fez

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Budget for your Moroccan adventure

Calculating the budget for a trip depends on various factors, such as travel style, accommodation type, transportation, number of activities, and season. However, we can estimate a total budget per person for a two-week journey through Morocco based on our experience.

We have dedicated an entire article to this topic (How much does a two-week trip to Morocco cost?), but here’s a summary table of the total budget breakdown for our trip:

Thus, a total of 837€ per person is estimated for a delightful two-week trip to Morocco.

Entrance fees in Morocco

Unfortunately, entrance prices to key attractions in Morocco have skyrocketed in recent years (in some cases, they have quadrupled!). Nonetheless, many of these places are still worth visiting, even if you have to pay. Here are the entrance fees for the most significant sites on this journey through Morocco:

• Bahia Palace in Marrakech: 70D
• Saadian Tombs in Marrakech: 70D
• El Badi Palace in Marrakech: 70D
• Majorelle Garden in Marrakech: 120D (not worth it, in our opinion)
• Telouet Kasbah: 20D
• Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah: free
• Atlas Studios: 130D
• Taourirt Kasbah: 20D
• Amridil Kasbah: 20D
• Volubilis: 70D
• Al Attarine Madrasa in Fez: 20D.
• Bou Inania Madrasa in Fez: 20D

Top 10 experiences not to miss

During this two-week journey across Morocco, you'll have the opportunity to discover countless breathtaking places. Here’s our Top 10 of the experiences we enjoyed the most (not necessarily in order):

1. Sipping tea on a rooftop in Marrakech (preferably overlooking Jemaa el-Fna square).
2. Being amazed by the Telouet Kasbah and the Ounila Valley.
3. Traveling back in time at the Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah.
4. Spending a night in the heart of the Zagora palm grove.
5. Embracing the vastness of the Sahara Desert (Erg Chigaga or Erg Chebbi).
6. Admiring the winding roads of the Dadès Valley.
7. Staying in the ksar of Tizgui and visiting the Todra Gorge.
8. Exploring Meknes, the most tranquil of the imperial cities.
9. Imagining the glory of the ancient Roman city of Volubilis.
10. Wandering through the medina of Fez.

⭐ For more incredible experiences, check out our list of the top 20 things to see and do in Morocco.

Traveling through Morocco on a tour

If you prefer to travel on a tour rather than independently, a great option for a one-week trip is to find cheap flights through Skyscanner to Marrakech and then join one of these tours:

• 3-day excursion from Marrakech (including a night in the desert)
• 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fez (with a night in the desert)
• 4-day excursion to Merzouga Desert
• Private 5-day tour from Marrakech to Fez
• Private 8-day tour across Morocco

Essential tips for your Moroccan adventure

Finally, we leave you with some essential tips for planning your trip to Morocco independently. We’ll cover everything from visa requirements to the best time to visit, along with a host of helpful tips.

Check out our complete guide with tips for traveling to Morocco (and avoiding issues).

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