7 days - Morocco from north to south
Seven days through Morocco from north to south: Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, the medina of Fez, a night in the Merzouga desert and the road of the kasbahs to Marrakech.
About this tour
This route crosses the country from the Strait of Gibraltar to Marrakech. It starts in Tangier, passes through the white medina of Tetouan and Chefchaouen, spends time in Fez and then heads down to the Merzouga desert before ending in Marrakech along the road of the kasbahs.
Seven days leave room to see the northern cities calmly and to enjoy the desert without the whole trip being spent on the road. It is a very complete route for a first trip to Morocco, especially if you are arriving from Spain.
Highlights
Tangier and the Andalusian-influenced medina of Tetouan.
Chefchaouen and its blue streets in the Rif mountains.
A full day in the medina of Fez.
A night in the desert on the Erg Chebbi dunes.
The Todra gorges, the Dades valley and Aït Ben Haddou on the way to Marrakech.
Who is this route for?
For a first trip to Morocco that covers cities, mountains and desert, especially if you enter through the north. The pace is active but balanced.
Good to know
The days between Fez and the desert, and between the desert and Marrakech, involve quite a lot of driving.
In Fez, exploring the medina with a local guide is recommended.
The itinerary is a guide: the order of stops and the pace may change with the season, road conditions and what is agreed when booking.
Included services, the type of accommodation and the conditions are set out in your personalised quote.
Keep planning your trip
Places on this route: Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fez, Merzouga and Marrakech.
Worth reading before you travel: Morocco north to south or south to north: 5, 7 and 9-day routes and Tangier and Tetouan: northern Morocco before Chefchaouen.
For the price, or to adapt the route to your dates, message us on WhatsApp and we will prepare a quote.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Tangier
Arrival in Tangier and a first look at the city: the medina, the kasbah and viewpoints over the Strait of Gibraltar, depending on your arrival time.
Night in Tangier.
Day 2
Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Drive to Tetouan for a walk through its white medina, with its clear Andalusian heritage.
Continuation to Chefchaouen in the Rif mountains and night in the blue city.
Day 3
Chefchaouen – Fez
A free morning to explore Chefchaouen at your own pace.
In the afternoon, drive to Fez and night in the city.
Day 4
Fez
A day in the medina of Fez el-Bali: its souks, tanneries, madrasas and artisans' workshops. Exploring it with a local guide is recommended.
Night in Fez.
Day 5
Fez – Middle Atlas – Merzouga
Drive south through the Middle Atlas, with possible stops in Ifrane and Azrou, and through the Ziz valley.
Arrival in Merzouga, sunset on the Erg Chebbi dunes and a night in the desert.
Day 6
Merzouga – Todra gorges – Dades valley
Sunrise in the desert and drive west to the Todra gorges.
Continuation to the Dades valley and night in the area.
Day 7
Dades valley – Aït Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Drive through the Ouarzazate area to Aït Ben Haddou and over the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka.
Arrival in Marrakech and end of the route.
Places on this tour
Related experiences
Frequently asked questions
Is this a good route for a first trip to Morocco?
Yes. It combines the northern cities, the medina of Fez, the desert and the kasbah country of the south in one week, at a pace that leaves time for each place.
Can I reach Tangier by ferry from Spain?
Tangier has ferry connections with several ports in southern Spain, so it is a common entry point. Transport to Tangier is not part of the route unless stated in the quote.
How does it differ from the nine-day route?
Both follow the same journey. The nine-day route adds more time in Chefchaouen and Marrakech, at a more relaxed pace.