32 days in Morocco Itinerary
32 days in Morocco Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Morocco trip builder
Start: Abu Dhabi
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Casablanca
— 4 nights
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Essaouira
— 4 nights
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Marrakech
— 5 nights
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Ouarzazate
— 1 night
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Rabat
— 5 nights
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Tangier
— 2 nights
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Chefchaouen
— 1 night
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Fes
— 4 nights
Fly to Errachidia, Bus to Merzouga
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Merzouga
— 5 nights
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End: Abu Dhabi
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Casablanca — 4 nights
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The port of Casablanca, Morocco's largest city and economic hub, represents the country's beating heart, established as a French protectorate in 1912.Spend the 5th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. On the 4th (Sun), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hassan II Mosque, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, examine the collection at Dar Al Ala, and see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Casablanca tour planning app.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Casablanca is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. Traveling from Abu Dhabi to Casablanca, you'll gain 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Abu Dhabi in September, expect nights in Casablanca to be little chillier, around 23°C, while days are colder, around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Essaouira.
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Essaouira — 4 nights
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The laidback town of Essaouira, known for its forceful trade winds, attracts Moroccan and foreign tourists alike with its sweeping beaches and atmospheric, labyrinthine medina, a World Heritage Site.Essaouira is known for sightseeing, adventure, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: hike along Cheval Essaouira, trot along with a tour on horseback, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and take a stroll through Medina of Essaouira.
To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Essaouira visit planning site.
Getting from Casablanca to Essaouira by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. September in Essaouira sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can go by car to Marrakech.
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Marrakech — 5 nights

You won't run out of things to do in Marrakech, a city where you can spend days exploring grandiose palaces and mosques, photogenic gardens, sacred tombs, and traditional mansions that evoke a bygone era.Spend the 11th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Jardin Majorelle, take in the awesome beauty at High Atlas Mountains, admire the landmark architecture of Palacio da Bahia, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Jemaa el-Fna.
To find photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Marrakech trip itinerary app.
Traveling by car from Essaouira to Marrakech takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a shuttle. While traveling from Essaouira, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Marrakech, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Ouarzazate.
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Ouarzazate — 1 night
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Make Ouarzazate part of your Morocco itinerary as the gateway to the Sahara Desert.Start off your visit on the 15th (Thu): get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.
To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Ouarzazate trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Marrakech to Ouarzazate takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. September in Ouarzazate sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to fly to Rabat.
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Rabat — 5 nights

On a vacation in Rabat, a World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital, you can discover the city's long and rich history while enjoying a laidback atmosphere, less touristy than in the booming Casablanca and Marrakech.Spend the 19th (Mon) exploring nature at Jardin Zoologique de Rabat. The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Kasbah des Oudaias, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hassan Tower, and engage your brain at Musee De l'Abeille Vivante.
To find out how to plan a trip to Rabat, use our trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by flight from Ouarzazate to Rabat takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. When traveling from Ouarzazate in September, plan for little chillier days and somewhat warmer nights in Rabat: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Tangier.
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Tangier — 2 nights
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Separated from Spain by the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier remains a mix of North African, French, Spanish, and Portuguese cultural influences.Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): take in the local highlights with Walking tours. Keep things going the next day: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.
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Take a train from Rabat to Tangier in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Rabat in September: highs in Tangier hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Chefchaouen.
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Chefchaouen — 1 night

Tourism in Chefchaouen, a picturesque town in the Rif mountain range, has been thriving for decades due to its scenic surroundings and buildings painted in a striking blue hue.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): appreciate the extensive heritage of Chefchaouen Medina.
To find maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read our Chefchaouen day trip planning site.
Getting from Tangier to Chefchaouen by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Fes.
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Fes — 4 nights
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Morocco's former capital, Fes enchants visitors with its walled medina, a labyrinthine web of pedestrian-only streets and a World Heritage Site.Spend the 24th (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. On the 26th (Mon), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Museo Nejjarine, look for gifts at Coin Berbere, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and admire the landmark architecture of Bou Inania Medersa.
To see ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Fes sightseeing planning website.
Traveling by car from Chefchaouen to Fes takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September in Fes, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can travel to Merzouga.
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Merzouga — 5 nights
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Make Merzuoga a stop on your Morocco trip as part of a desert safari.Spend the 30th (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Spend the 29th (Thu) behind the viewfinder with an inspiring photography tour. There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Erg Chebbi Dunes, examine the collection at Morocco National 4X4 Auto Museum, explore the fascinating landscape at Merzouga Desert, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Lina Camel.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Merzouga online tour planner.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Fes to Merzouga in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.
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Morocco travel guide
Diverse in landscapes and cultures, Morocco has long been a popular tourist destination, offering many quintessential North African vistas, sounds, and tastes. The ancient medinas of the main cities have retained their look and feel over the centuries, with bustling markets of colorful spice stalls, leather tanning in the streets, and teahouses. The dunes of the Sahara and the peaks of the High Atlas mountains battle for the interest of tourists on holiday in Morocco, with each possessing impressive, picturesque scenery, and hidden-away traditional villages, filled with crafts, carpets, and a rural way of life.