Morocco 4 Day Itinerary
Duration: 4 Days/3 Nights Distance: 1328 km
Start: Casablanca End: Marrakech
Type: Private Tour
Highlights at a Glance of Morocco 4 Day Itinerary
- Start your journey in Casablanca, home to the impressive Hassan II Mosque
- Visit Rabat: Mausoleum of Mohammed V & the Kasbah of the Udayas
- Explore the medieval medina of Fes (UNESCO World Heritage & world’s first university)
- Admire the landscapes of the Ziz Valley, the Cedar Forest with Barbary macaques & alpine Ifrane
- Sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes & overnight in a luxury desert camp
- Experience authentic Berber nomad life and live Gnawa music in Khamlia
- Walk through the stunning Todra Gorges and palm groves
- Explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa” & Atlas Film Studios
- Visit UNESCO site Aït Ben Haddou, famous film location (Gladiator, Game of Thrones)
- Discover the vibrant medina of Marrakech: Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs & Bahia Palace
- Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains
Tour Program of Morocco 4 Day Itinerary
Day 1 : Casablanca - Rabat - Meknes - Fes
Distance: 32km Time on the road: 40 min
Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, starts upon your arrival at Casablanca Airport (CMN), our professional driver/guide will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name. You will receive a warm welcome to Morocco before being transferred to visit Hassan Second Mosque.
Afterwards, you will continue to Rabat, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities and the nation’s capital. Here, you will visit the historic Kasbah of the Udayas (Oudayas), a 12th-century fortress overlooking the Atlantic, once home to Andalusian immigrants and beautifully preserved through centuries. You will also see the Hassan Tower, the unfinished minaret of what was intended to be the world’s largest mosque in the 12th century.
Then Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, continues to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities and the former capital of Sultan Moulay Ismail. Here, you will visit the magnificent Bab Mansour Gate, one of the finest examples of Moroccan architecture, and explore El Hedim Square, a lively plaza often compared to Marrakech’s Djemaa El-Fna. Following that you can have your lunch in Meknes before you continue your trip.
In the afternoon, you will head to Fes, also known as the “Athens of Africa”. This historic city is the oldest Islamic city in Morocco and has long been a center of spirituality, education, and culture. When you arrive Fez, you will check into your Riad. Overnight stay in Fes.
Day 2 : Fes - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Medelt - Ziz valley - Sahara Desert
Distance: 463km Time on the road: 7h 30min
Your Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, continues as we make our way to Merzouga, the gateway to the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast and check-out, we begin one of the longest but most rewarding drives of the trip (around seven hours), with ever-changing landscapes along the route.
Our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, continues, our first stop is Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style chalets, cool climate, scenic parks with lakes, and ski resort. In winter, the town is covered in snow, making it truly unique.
We then continue our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, toward Azrou, where you will encounter the friendly Barbary macaque monkeys and admire the impressive cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains. The monkeys are sociable and often enjoy interacting with visitors.
Next, our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, heads to Midelt for lunch before driving through the stunning Ziz Valley and Ziz Gorge. Along the way, we stop at a panoramic viewpoint to capture unforgettable photos of the lush valley framed by dramatic desert plateaus.
By late afternoon in our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, we arrive in Merzouga, where your desert adventure begins with a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. While your luggage is transported by 4×4, you will ride camels to your Sahara desert camp.
Upon arrival, the camp staff will welcome you, show you to your private tent equipped with comfortable beds, showers, and modern facilities. After some time to relax, enjoy a traditional dinner followed by Berber music around the campfire under the starry desert sky.
Overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga.
Day 3 : Desert - Rissani - Todgha Gorges - Dades
Distance: 270km Time on the road: 4h 30min
Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes, a magical moment not to be missed. After enjoying breakfast at the desert camp, you will ride your camels back to Merzouga, where you can refresh before continuing your Morocco 4 Day Itinerary.
Our first stop in our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary today, will be Rissani, home to one of the oldest and most traditional souks (markets) in Morocco, where locals trade spices, livestock, and handicrafts. From there, we travel through Tinjdad on the way to the spectacular Todra Gorges, famous for their towering cliffs reaching up to 300 meters high. Here, you will have time to walk along the gorge and enjoy the stunning natural scenery.
The journey of Morocco 4 Day Itinerary continues through the Dades Valley, where we will spend the night
Day 4 : Dades - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
Distance: 323km Time on the road: 5h 30min
Our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary continues to Marrakech begins with a short stop at the breathtaking Dades Gorges. We then pass through Kelaat M’Gouna, famous for its annual Rose Festival. From here, we continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco” thanks to the many international films and series shot in the region. A visit to the renowned Atlas Film Studiosis included.
Next, our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary heads to the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortified village has served as a backdrop for world-famous productions such as Game of Thrones and Gladiator.
After exploring the kasbah, we restart our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary with a drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Along the way, we will stop at panoramic viewpoints to capture stunning photos of lush river valleys, traditional adobe villages, and the ruins of ancient kasbahs. This route is considered one of the most beautiful drives in Morocco.
By evening, we reach Marrakech, where we will drop you off at your preferred location — marking the end of our Morocco 4 Day Itinerary.
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Accommodations of Morocco 4 Day Itinerary
| Category 1 | |
|---|---|
| Casablanca | Hotel Kenzi Basma |
| Rabat | Riad Dar Alia |
| Chefchaouen | Riad Hicham |
| Fez | Riad Tahra |
| Desert Night 1 | Sahara Desert Luxury Camp |
| Desert Night 2 | Riad Dar Hassan |
| Ouarzazate | Hotel Riad Amlal |
| Taroudant | Riad Benyara |
| Essaouira | Riad Raoud Rayhane |
| Marrakech | Riad El Walida |
| Category 2 | |
|---|---|
| Casablanca | Hotel Odyssee Center |
| Rabat | Riad Al Bahi |
| Chefchaouen | Dar Echchaouen |
| Fez | Palais Houyam |
| Desert Night 1 | Caravanserai Luxury Desert Camp |
| Desert Night 2 | Riad Chebbi |
| Ouarzazate | Riad Dar Chamaa |
| Taroudant | Le Palais Oumensour |
| Essaouira | Hotel Riad Mimouna |
| Marrakech | Riad Nesma |
| Category 3 | |
|---|---|
| Casablanca | Casablanca Mariott Hotel |
| Rabat | Rabat Mariott Hotel |
| Chefchaouen | Lina Ryad & Spa |
| Fez | Palais Faraj |
| Desert Night 1 | Desert Luxury Camp |
| Desert Night 2 | Desert Luxury Camp |
| Ouarzazate | Hotel OZ Palace Ouarzazate |
| Taroudant | Dar al Hossoun |
| Essaouira | Heure Bleu Palais |
| Marrakech | La Maison Arabe |
*In case the listed hotel is fully booked, we will provide a similar option of the same category and inform you accordingly.
What’s included in Morocco 4 Day Itinerary
- Included:
- Pick up and drop off from to the airport
- Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide (or request other preferred language)
- Accommodation in carefully selected hotels and traditional riads
- Breakfasts throughout the tour
- Dinners in the desert and Ouarzazate
- Camel ride experience in the Sahara Desert
- Sandboarding
- Local guides in Marrakech and Fes
- Flexible stops whenever you want
- Berber Music at Night
- All Transportation related costs
- All Driver related costs
- Not Included:
- Lunches and beverages
- Not mentioned Dinners
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Entrance Tickets and Fees
- Tips ( Optional )
* Final price of Morocco 4 Day Itinerary, depends on the accommodation category selected and the group size
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