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14-day private journey

Morocco in Full

A two-week private journey for travelers who want cities, mountains, Sahara and coast without changing hotels every night.

At a glance

Format
Private & tailor-made
Best time
October to April
Planning
Designed around your pace
Support
Local team in Morocco

Journey overview

A private route with room to breathe.

A two-week private journey for travelers who want cities, mountains, Sahara and coast without changing hotels every night.

Highlights

Included & excluded

Fourteen days allows breadth, not unlimited distance. The strongest version protects rest days and removes places that create backtracking.

Your route

Day by day, without rushing.

Day 1

Casablanca → Rabat

Morning

Meet the confirmed arrival transfer and travel to Rabat when timing allows.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Take a short capital-city orientation rather than overloading the arrival day.

Signature experience

Beginning the national route with Morocco’s Atlantic capital.

Evening

Settle into a named rabat stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Arrival-dependent transfer.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Rabat stay

Practical note

All activities depend on the actual arrival time.

Day 2

Rabat → Chefchaouen

Morning

Leave Rabat and travel north toward the Rif Mountains.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Arrive in Chefchaouen for an unhurried first walk through the compact medina.

Signature experience

The shift from Atlantic lowlands to the blue-painted Rif town.

Evening

Settle into a named chefchaouen stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Substantial road transfer; exact range confirmed.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Chefchaouen stay

Practical note

Rif roads can be winding.

Day 3

Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Fes

Morning

Leave the Rif and continue toward the archaeological site of Volubilis.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Visit the Roman-period site, then continue to Fes.

Signature experience

Connecting Rif landscapes, Volubilis and Morocco’s historic urban heart in one route.

Evening

Settle into a named fes riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Long road day with a site visit.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Fes riad

Practical note

Site visit depends on opening hours and weather exposure.

Day 4

Fes medina

Morning

Explore Fes el-Bali with a licensed local guide, focusing on urban history and working crafts.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Continue through selected quarters without compulsory purchases.

Signature experience

Understanding the scale and living organisation of the historic medina.

Evening

Settle into the same fes riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Walking day.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

the same Fes riad

Practical note

Uneven lanes and steps require suitable footwear.

Day 5

Fes → Middle Atlas → Merzouga

Morning

Travel south through Middle Atlas landscapes on the long route toward the desert.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Continue through the Ziz/Errachidia corridor to Merzouga.

Signature experience

Crossing major ecological zones from northern uplands to Erg Chebbi.

Evening

Settle into a named merzouga stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

One of the tour’s longest road days.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Merzouga stay

Practical note

Seasonal snow and road conditions can alter the route.

Day 6

Erg Chebbi desert day

Morning

Enjoy sunrise and a quiet morning around Merzouga.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Use the afternoon for the confirmed camel or 4×4 program and camp transfer.

Signature experience

A full day at Erg Chebbi rather than a rushed overnight.

Evening

Settle into a named erg chebbi camp. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Local desert movement only.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Erg Chebbi camp

Practical note

Camel riding is optional and camp standards are confirmed in detail.

Day 7

Merzouga → Todra → Dades

Morning

Leave the dunes and travel toward Tinghir.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Walk at Todra Gorge, then continue to the Dades area.

Signature experience

Moving from dune landscape to gorge and oasis country.

Evening

Settle into a named dades stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Moderate road travel with a walk.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Dades stay

Practical note

Water level and weather affect the gorge visit.

Day 8

Dades → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou

Morning

Travel west through the Valley of Roses and Skoura corridor.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Reach Aït Ben Haddou for a proper visit and overnight nearby.

Signature experience

Following the road of kasbahs into the UNESCO-listed ksar landscape.

Evening

Settle into a named aït ben haddou or ouarzazate-area stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Moderate road day.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Aït Ben Haddou or Ouarzazate-area stay

Practical note

Specific kasbah access is confirmed, not assumed.

Day 9

Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Morning

Cross the High Atlas toward Marrakech.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Settle into the medina and take a short orientation walk if energy allows.

Signature experience

Arriving in Marrakech through the mountain gateway from the south.

Evening

Settle into a named marrakech riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Mountain-road transfer.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Marrakech riad

Practical note

Pass conditions can affect timing.

Day 10

Marrakech guided day

Morning

Explore selected monuments and neighbourhoods with a private guide.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Continue through craft or food areas with time for rest.

Signature experience

A locally interpreted medina day rather than a fixed shopping route.

Evening

Settle into the same marrakech riad. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Local transfers only.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

the same Marrakech riad

Practical note

Ticket availability and opening times are checked.

Day 11

Marrakech → High Atlas

Morning

Travel to a confirmed Atlas valley.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Take a village walk adapted to season and ability.

Signature experience

Adding rural mountain context to the imperial-city and desert route.

Evening

Settle into a named atlas or marrakech-area stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Route-dependent.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Atlas or Marrakech-area stay

Practical note

Snow, altitude and path conditions matter.

Day 12

Marrakech/Atlas → Essaouira

Morning

Travel west toward the Atlantic.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Arrive in Essaouira for a first harbour and medina walk.

Signature experience

Ending the grand route with a slower coastal chapter.

Evening

Settle into a named essaouira stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Usually around 3 hours from Marrakech excluding stops.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named Essaouira stay

Practical note

Wind affects beach and water activities.

Day 13

Essaouira → Marrakech

Morning

Enjoy a final coast morning before the return.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Travel privately to Marrakech and settle for the last night.

Signature experience

A measured transition back inland before departure.

Evening

Settle into a named final marrakech stay. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Usually around 3 hours excluding stops.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

a named final Marrakech stay

Practical note

Departure-day timing is kept separate.

Day 14

Marrakech departure

Morning

Transfer according to the confirmed flight or train.

Midday

Lunch and a genuine rest are placed around the route and opening conditions; the exact venue and inclusion are confirmed in the written proposal.

Afternoon

Keep any remaining time flexible and close to the accommodation.

Signature experience

A clear end to the two-week route without invented last-minute activities.

Evening

Settle into no accommodation after departure. Dinner and evening arrangements follow the confirmed meal plan rather than being assumed.

Driving

Transfer only.

Meals

The written proposal confirms included meals. Drinks, roadside purchases and meals not named in the inclusion list remain separate.

Accommodation

no accommodation after departure

Practical note

Checkout and luggage storage are confirmed with the property.

Clear from the start

Included & excluded

Typically included

Private transport, driver-guide, selected accommodation, stated meals and activities shown in your proposal.

Usually separate

Flights, travel insurance, drinks, tips, personal purchases and entry tickets unless specifically stated.

Before you travel

Practical details for a comfortable journey.

Route direction

Arrival airport, departure airport and season determine whether the journey should run north-to-south or in reverse.

Internal pace

Two-night stays are protected where a place needs a full day; extra stops should replace, not simply add to, the plan.

Transport

Road journeys are private. Rail or domestic flights may be considered only when they genuinely improve the route.

Best fit

For a first Morocco visit of roughly two weeks with broad interests and tolerance for several substantial travel days.

Why choose this journey?

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

What to confirm before booking

Can fourteen days cover all Morocco?

No. It supports a strong cross-section, but the far north, deep south and every coastal region cannot all receive proper time.

Where should we arrive and depart?

Open-jaw flights can reduce backtracking; the recommendation depends on your confirmed route and available connections.

Can we add Chefchaouen?

Yes only if northern Morocco fits the route without sacrificing the pace of the Sahara or coast.

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Good to know

Questions, answered clearly.

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

Let the journey begin.

Tell us how you like to travel. We’ll turn it into a route worth remembering.