14-day private journey
A two-week private journey for travelers who want cities, mountains, Sahara and coast without changing hotels every night.
At a glance
Journey overview
A two-week private journey for travelers who want cities, mountains, Sahara and coast without changing hotels every night.
Fourteen days allows breadth, not unlimited distance. The strongest version protects rest days and removes places that create backtracking.
Your route
Meet the confirmed arrival transfer and travel to Rabat when timing allows.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Take a short capital-city orientation rather than overloading the arrival day.
Beginning the national route with Morocco’s Atlantic capital.
Settle into a named rabat stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Arrival-dependent transfer.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Rabat stay
All activities depend on the actual arrival time.
Leave Rabat and travel north toward the Rif Mountains.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Arrive in Chefchaouen for an unhurried first walk through the compact medina.
The shift from Atlantic lowlands to the blue-painted Rif town.
Settle into a named chefchaouen stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Substantial road transfer; exact range confirmed.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Chefchaouen stay
Rif roads can be winding.
Leave the Rif and continue toward the archaeological site of Volubilis.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Visit the Roman-period site, then continue to Fes.
Connecting Rif landscapes, Volubilis and Morocco’s historic urban heart in one route.
Settle into a named fes riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Long road day with a site visit.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Fes riad
Site visit depends on opening hours and weather exposure.
Explore Fes el-Bali with a licensed local guide, focusing on urban history and working crafts.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Continue through selected quarters without compulsory purchases.
Understanding the scale and living organisation of the historic medina.
Settle into the same fes riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Walking day.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
the same Fes riad
Uneven lanes and steps require suitable footwear.
Travel south through Middle Atlas landscapes on the long route toward the desert.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Continue through the Ziz/Errachidia corridor to Merzouga.
Crossing major ecological zones from northern uplands to Erg Chebbi.
Settle into a named merzouga stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
One of the tour’s longest road days.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Merzouga stay
Seasonal snow and road conditions can alter the route.
Enjoy sunrise and a quiet morning around Merzouga.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Use the afternoon for the confirmed camel or 4×4 program and camp transfer.
A full day at Erg Chebbi rather than a rushed overnight.
Settle into a named erg chebbi camp. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Local desert movement only.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Erg Chebbi camp
Camel riding is optional and camp standards are confirmed in detail.
Leave the dunes and travel toward Tinghir.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Walk at Todra Gorge, then continue to the Dades area.
Moving from dune landscape to gorge and oasis country.
Settle into a named dades stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Moderate road travel with a walk.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Dades stay
Water level and weather affect the gorge visit.
Travel west through the Valley of Roses and Skoura corridor.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Reach Aït Ben Haddou for a proper visit and overnight nearby.
Following the road of kasbahs into the UNESCO-listed ksar landscape.
Settle into a named aït ben haddou or ouarzazate-area stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Moderate road day.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Aït Ben Haddou or Ouarzazate-area stay
Specific kasbah access is confirmed, not assumed.
Cross the High Atlas toward Marrakech.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Settle into the medina and take a short orientation walk if energy allows.
Arriving in Marrakech through the mountain gateway from the south.
Settle into a named marrakech riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Mountain-road transfer.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Marrakech riad
Pass conditions can affect timing.
Explore selected monuments and neighbourhoods with a private guide.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Continue through craft or food areas with time for rest.
A locally interpreted medina day rather than a fixed shopping route.
Settle into the same marrakech riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Local transfers only.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
the same Marrakech riad
Ticket availability and opening times are checked.
Travel to a confirmed Atlas valley.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Take a village walk adapted to season and ability.
Adding rural mountain context to the imperial-city and desert route.
Settle into a named atlas or marrakech-area stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Route-dependent.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Atlas or Marrakech-area stay
Snow, altitude and path conditions matter.
Travel west toward the Atlantic.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Arrive in Essaouira for a first harbour and medina walk.
Ending the grand route with a slower coastal chapter.
Settle into a named essaouira stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Usually around 3 hours from Marrakech excluding stops.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named Essaouira stay
Wind affects beach and water activities.
Enjoy a final coast morning before the return.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Travel privately to Marrakech and settle for the last night.
A measured transition back inland before departure.
Settle into a named final marrakech stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Usually around 3 hours excluding stops.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
a named final Marrakech stay
Departure-day timing is kept separate.
Transfer according to the confirmed flight or train.
Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.
Keep any remaining time flexible and close to the accommodation.
A clear end to the two-week route without invented last-minute activities.
Settle into no accommodation after departure. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.
Transfer only.
The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.
no accommodation after departure
Checkout and luggage storage are confirmed with the property.
Clear from the start
Private transport, driver-guide, selected accommodation, stated meals and activities shown in your proposal.
Flights, travel insurance, drinks, tips, personal purchases and entry tickets unless specifically stated.
Before you travel
Arrival airport, departure airport and season determine whether the journey should run north-to-south or in reverse.
Two-night stays are protected where a place needs a full day; extra stops should replace, not simply add to, the plan.
Road journeys are private. Rail or domestic flights may be considered only when they genuinely improve the route.
For a first Morocco visit of roughly two weeks with broad interests and tolerance for several substantial travel days.
Choose this as a considered first overview of Morocco, then customize it around two or three priorities rather than trying to see everything.
Route questions
No. It supports a strong cross-section, but the far north, deep south and every coastal region cannot all receive proper time.
Open-jaw flights can reduce backtracking; the recommendation depends on your confirmed route and available connections.
Yes only if northern Morocco fits the route without sacrificing the pace of the Sahara or coast.
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Good to know
Yes. Every journey is designed for your own party, with private transport and a flexible pace.
Absolutely. The routes shown are inspiration; dates, places, comfort and activities can all be adapted.
October to April offers the most comfortable desert temperatures. Nights can be cold in mid-winter.
After agreeing your itinerary, a 20–30% deposit normally secures your dates and camps. Your proposal confirms the exact amount, balance and cancellation terms before payment.
Your Morocco, privately designed
Tell us how you like to travel. We’ll turn it into a route worth remembering.