📍 Morocco

MOROCCO ROAD TRIP: BLUE WALLS TO RED CITY ENCHANTMENT

Q: What weather should you expect?

Spring (March-May): Ideal weather with mild temperatures (18-26°C), blooming landscapes, and comfortable conditions for desert, mountain, and city exploration. Perfect for hiking, sightseeing, and outdoor activities across all regions. Fall (September-November): Excellent temperatures (20-28°C) with clear skies and comfortable conditions after summer heat. Great for desert tours, coastal visits, and cultural exploration with manageable crowds. Winter (December-February): Cool temperatures (12-20°C) ideal for southern regions and desert, while mountains can be cold with snow. Best time for Sahara visits, though northern cities may be rainy. Summer (June-August): Very hot inland (35-45°C) but bearable on coast with Atlantic breezes. High tourist season despite heat, with festivals and long daylight hours. Early morning and evening activities recommended.

Blue walls of Chefchaouen tumbling down slopes, medinas buzzing with copper and leather, ochre ramparts glowing at dusk. Morocco, intoxication of the senses.

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📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Enter through Chefchaouen and its blue lanes clinging to the mountain, then lose yourself in Fez between copper souks and tanneries. Reach Casablanca and its coastal breath, before diving into Marrakech behind its ramparts, where spices, lanterns and the murmur of squares set the evening tempo.

Chefchaouen: blue pearl mountains
Fez: medieval labyrinth tanneries alive
Casablanca: art deco coastal glamour
Marrakech: red walls spice nights

Your day-by-day itinerary

Day

Chefchaouen

blue painted walls rif mountain serenity

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Day 1

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Drive from Casablanca to Chefchaouen through scenic Rif landscapes

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Stroll in the blue alleys of Chefchaouen

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⏱️ Long drive (5h+)

Distance: 370 km

Travel time: 6h

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Chefchaouen

blue painted walls rif mountain serenity

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Day 2

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Explore the Medina of Chefchaouen and the Kasbah Museum

Visit the Spanish Mosque viewpoint for sunset views

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Shop local crafts and colorful textiles in the souks

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Distance: 167.6 km

Travel time: 2h06

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Fez

ancient medina tanneries copper artisan soul

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Day 3

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Drive from Chefchaouen to Fez through rolling countryside

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Relax at a traditional riad in Fez Medina

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Distance: 200 km

Travel time: 4h

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Fez

ancient medina tanneries copper artisan soul

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Day 4

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Explore the Fez Medina, Bou Inania Madrasa, and Chaouwara Tanneries

Visit the Royal Palace gates and Jewish Quarter (Mellah)

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Wander through the souks and try local pastries

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Fez

ancient medina tanneries copper artisan soul

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Day 5

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Day trip to the Roman ruins of Volubilis

Optional stop at Moulay Idriss Zerhoun pilgrimage town

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Walk among Roman mosaics and ancient columns

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Distance: 95 km

Travel time: 1h30

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Marrakech

djemaa el fna smoke and storytellers

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Day 6

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Drive from Fez to Rabat and visit Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of the Udayas

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Tea break at Café Maure overlooking the Bouregreg estuary

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Continue to Marrakech

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Next stop

⏱️ Long drive (5h+)

Distance: 530 km

Travel time: 6h

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Marrakech

djemaa el fna smoke and storytellers

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Day 7

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Visit Marrakech Medina, Jemaa el-Fnaa, and Koutoubia Mosque

Explore the Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs

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Shop in souks and enjoy rooftop dinner overlooking the Medina

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Next stop

Distance: 39.5 km

Travel time: 1h19

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Agafay

stone desert silence atlas views stretching

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Day 8

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Morning in Marrakech: Jardin Majorelle and YSL Museum

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Drive to Agafay Desert and watch sunset at Terre des Étoiles camp

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Distance: 35 km

Travel time: 1h

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Casablanca

art deco facades oceanside hassan mosque

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Day 9

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Relax in the Agafay desert with panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains

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Optional camel ride or yoga at Terre des Étoiles

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Drive back to Casablanca

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Next stop

Distance: 240 km

Travel time: 3h

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Casablanca

art deco facades oceanside hassan mosque

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Day 10

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Visit the Hassan II Mosque on the Atlantic coast

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Next stop

Distance: 30 km

Travel time: 45min

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (March-May): Ideal weather with mild temperatures (18-26°C), blooming landscapes, and comfortable conditions for desert, mountain, and city exploration. Perfect for hiking, sightseeing, and outdoor activities across all regions.

Fall (September-November): Excellent temperatures (20-28°C) with clear skies and comfortable conditions after summer heat. Great for desert tours, coastal visits, and cultural exploration with manageable crowds.

Winter (December-February): Cool temperatures (12-20°C) ideal for southern regions and desert, while mountains can be cold with snow. Best time for Sahara visits, though northern cities may be rainy.

Summer (June-August): Very hot inland (35-45°C) but bearable on coast with Atlantic breezes. High tourist season despite heat, with festivals and long daylight hours. Early morning and evening activities recommended.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 10 and 16 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Morocco?

North African magic with imperial cities, Sahara Desert, and rich Berber heritage. Experience traditional riads, incredible cuisine, and authentic Moroccan culture. The country offers cultural immersion with natural beauty and historical significance. Morocco provides transformative cultural experiences with natural wonders and cultural authenticity.