Are you going to Morocco soon? Morocco is a lovely country with amazing landscapes, historic sites, and attractions. This 5 days trip to Morocco will take you to famous places like Marrakech, Fes, and the magnificent Sahara Desert. Additionally, you'll also get to try real Moroccan food, see real Moroccan architecture, and learn about real Moroccan traditions and culture.
Whether you are visiting Morocco for the first time or returning for the second time this itinerary is one of top and most recommended itineraries that allows you to explore the best of Morocco. If you are considering a trip to Morocco choose Morocco Tours Company
In the morning, you’ll start your sightseeing tour of Marrakech with a local tour guide, visiting the city’s lovely attractions and historic attraction including Bahia Palace, Saadian Tomb, and majorelle garden. Following that, explore the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa, a lovely square filled with street performers, food vendors, and musicians.
Following that, explore the narrow alleyways of the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the lovely Bahia Palace, known for its intricate tile-work and beautiful gardens. In the afternoon, stroll through the peaceful Jardin Majorelle, once owned by Yves Saint Laurent. The vibrant blue architecture and exotic plants make it a must-see. Late afternoon, you’ll be taken to your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
On your second day, take a scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains, admiring the finest sceneries along the route to Dades Groges. Arriving at Ait Ben Haddou, UNESCO world heritage site where many movies have been filmed like Gladiator, Game of Thrones and The Mummy. After that, Drive through the breathtaking views of valleys, Berber villages, and dramatic landscapes.
Continue your journey toward Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco.” If time allows, visit the Atlas Film Studios and then continue toward Dades Gorges, with a stop at Kalaat M’gouna, known as the Rose city. Late afternoon, you’ll visit the Monkey fingers rock formation before taking you to your accommodation where you will spend the night.
After breakfast at your accommodation, we will leave toward the Sahara desert of Merzouga enjoying the finest sceneries along the way. Stopping at Todra Gorges, one of the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco, walk through the lovely gorges. Following that, continue to the Sahara. Along the way, pass through dramatic landscapes like the Todra Gorge.
We will then proceed to the Sahara desert of Merzouga passing through the palm groves of Tinjdad and Touroug. Arriving in Merzouga desert enjoy a camel ride across the dunes of Merzouga. Stopping for a breathtaking sunset and then continue to your desert camp where you’ll spend the night.
Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes and then continue toward Fes, admiring the finest sceneries along the way. Stopping in midelt, known as the Apple Capital then continue toward Fes, passing through Cedar Forest, Moroco’s largest Forest, where you’ll have the chance to take some photographs with Barbary Monkeys.
Late afternoon, we will cross Ifrane, famously known as the little Switzerland of Morocco. Arriving in Fes drop you off at your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
Your final day is dedicated to exploring Fes, one of Morocco’s imperil cities where you’ll visit its historic attractions including Batha Museum, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, the founder of the city. After that, explore the old Medina of Fes, UNESCO world heritage site, walk through its lovely streets and then visit Al Qaraouine university world’s oldest university and UNESCO world heritage site. After that, head to the northern tower where you’ll see the old Medina then take you to your accommodation where you will spend the night the night.
It’s important to consider some Morocco travel tips for a safe and enjoyable experience.
When travelling through Morocco, It’s important to hire a private tour for a comfortable journey. Additionally, If you are a solo traveller join a shared trip to make your trip more engaging and unforgettable.
Morocco is a conservative and muslim country. As a result, consider wearing respectful and modesty for a safe and comfortable trip.
When travelling to Morocco It’s important to change the Euro or USD into Moroccan dirhams for paying the expenses like food, souvenirs and daily expenses.
Learning few words in Arabic when travelling to Morocco can help you communicate easily with locals and negotiate prices at souks.
Morocco is a safe country. However, It’s important to keep alert and aware when strolling through the old Medinas, dark places and narrow streets. Morocco is like any other countries even It’s safe but you still can find some common crimes like pickpockets, street harassment and scams.
This 5 days in Morocco itinerary is one of the top experiences that allow you explore the best of Morocco including its southern region like Ouarzazate, High Atlas Mountains and Sahara desert of Merzouga.
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech - The Red City
In the morning, you’ll start your sightseeing tour of Marrakech with a local tour guide, visiting the city’s lovely attractions and historic attraction including Bahia Palace, Saadian Tomb, and majorelle garden. Following that, explore the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa, a lovely square filled with street performers, food vendors, and musicians.
Following that, explore the narrow alleyways of the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the lovely Bahia Palace, known for its intricate tile-work and beautiful gardens. In the afternoon, stroll through the peaceful Jardin Majorelle, once owned by Yves Saint Laurent. The vibrant blue architecture and exotic plants make it a must-see. Late afternoon, you’ll be taken to your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
Day 2: High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Gorges
On your second day, take a scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains, admiring the finest sceneries along the route to Dades Groges. Arriving at Ait Ben Haddou, UNESCO world heritage site where many movies have been filmed like Gladiator, Game of Thrones and The Mummy. After that, Drive through the breathtaking views of valleys, Berber villages, and dramatic landscapes.
Continue your journey toward Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco.” If time allows, visit the Atlas Film Studios and then continue toward Dades Gorges, with a stop at Kalaat M’gouna, known as the Rose city. Late afternoon, you’ll visit the Monkey fingers rock formation before taking you to your accommodation where you will spend the night.
Day 3: Sahara Desert Experience
After breakfast at your accommodation, we will leave toward the Sahara desert of Merzouga enjoying the finest sceneries along the way. Stopping at Todra Gorges, one of the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco, walk through the lovely gorges. Following that, continue to the Sahara. Along the way, pass through dramatic landscapes like the Todra Gorge.
We will then proceed to the Sahara desert of Merzouga passing through the palm groves of Tinjdad and Touroug. Arriving in Merzouga desert enjoy a camel ride across the dunes of Merzouga. Stopping for a breathtaking sunset and then continue to your desert camp where you’ll spend the night.
Day 4: Drive through the High Atlas Mountains - Cedar Forest - Fes
Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes and then continue toward Fes, admiring the finest sceneries along the way. Stopping in midelt, known as the Apple Capital then continue toward Fes, passing through Cedar Forest, Moroco’s largest Forest, where you’ll have the chance to take some photographs with Barbary Monkeys.
Late afternoon, we will cross Ifrane, famously known as the little Switzerland of Morocco. Arriving in Fes drop you off at your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
Day 5: Fes full day sightseeing tour
Your final day is dedicated to exploring Fes, one of Morocco’s imperil cities where you’ll visit its historic attractions including Batha Museum, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, the founder of the city. After that, explore the old Medina of Fes, UNESCO world heritage site, walk through its lovely streets and then visit Al Qaraouine university world’s oldest university and UNESCO world heritage site. After that, head to the northern tower where you’ll see the old Medina then take you to your accommodation where you will spend the night the night.
Travel Tips for Morocco
It’s important to consider some Morocco travel tips for a safe and enjoyable experience.
1. Transportation
When travelling through Morocco, It’s important to hire a private tour for a comfortable journey. Additionally, If you are a solo traveller join a shared trip to make your trip more engaging and unforgettable.
2. Dress Modestly
Morocco is a conservative and muslim country. As a result, consider wearing respectful and modesty for a safe and comfortable trip.
3. Currency
When travelling to Morocco It’s important to change the Euro or USD into Moroccan dirhams for paying the expenses like food, souvenirs and daily expenses.
4. Language
Learning few words in Arabic when travelling to Morocco can help you communicate easily with locals and negotiate prices at souks.
5. Safety
Morocco is a safe country. However, It’s important to keep alert and aware when strolling through the old Medinas, dark places and narrow streets. Morocco is like any other countries even It’s safe but you still can find some common crimes like pickpockets, street harassment and scams.
Final Thoughts
This 5 days in Morocco itinerary is one of the top experiences that allow you explore the best of Morocco including its southern region like Ouarzazate, High Atlas Mountains and Sahara desert of Merzouga.
Even though five days might seem like not enough time, this plan will make sure you see the best of Morocco quickly and in a way that you'll remember. You can add more destination to this route like Rabat, Chefchaouen and Tangier.
