10-Day Morocco Itinerary: Fes to Marrakech

Day 1: Arrival in Fes

• Arrive in Fes

• Transfer to riad (traditional Moroccan house)

• Explore the Fes Medina (UNESCO site), Al-Qarawiyyin University, Bou Inania Madrasa, and tanneries

• Overnight in Fes

Day 2: Fes Guided Tour

• Full-day guided tour of the old medina

• Visit artisan quarters, Nejjarine Museum, and the Royal Palace gates

• Optional: Dinner with traditional music

• Overnight in Fes

Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga (Sahara)

• Depart early, drive through Middle Atlas Mountains

• Stop in Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”) and Azrou (cedar forest with monkeys)

• Lunch in Midelt, continue via Ziz Valley

• Arrive in Merzouga (Sahara desert) before sunset

• Camel trek into the dunes

• Overnight in desert camp, dinner under the stars

Day 4: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi – Nomadic Culture

• Sunrise in the desert

• Visit Khamlia village (Gnawa music), nomadic families, and local fossil areas

• Optional ATV/dune boarding

• Overnight in Merzouga hotel or second night in camp

Day 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

• Drive through the Rissani market

• Visit Todra Gorges (great for walking and photos)

• Explore the Dades Valley and rock formations

• Overnight in Dades (guesthouse or kasbah)

Day 6: Dades – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou

• Visit Skoura palm grove and Amridil Kasbah

• Explore Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Morocco)

• Visit Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO ksar & filming location)

• Overnight in Ait Benhaddou

Day 7: Ait Benhaddou – High Atlas – Marrakech

• Cross the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260m)

• Arrive in Marrakech by afternoon

• Rest or evening stroll in Jemaa el-Fnaa square

• Overnight in Marrakech

Day 8: Marrakech City Tour

• Visit Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque, Ben Youssef Madrasa

• Explore souks and artisan quarters

• Optional: Hammam (spa) or cooking class

• Overnight in Marrakech

Day 9: Marrakech – Optional Day Trip

Choose a day trip:

• Essaouira (coastal town with seafood and art scene)

• Ourika Valley (Atlas mountain village & nature)

• Ouzoud Waterfalls

• Return to Marrakech, overnight stay

Day 10: Departure from Marrakech

• Transfer to airport (RAK)

• End of tour