Fes, Morocco· Concierge · Mon–Sat · 09:00–18:00 GMT+1
Fes el Bali · Photo: William John Gauthier from Sweden, CC BY-SA 2.0
Morocco itineraries, day by day
Day-by-day plans that start in Fes: one to three days in the medina, Fes with Chefchaouen or with Volubilis and Meknes, the imperial cities, and the long road over the Atlas to the Sahara and Marrakech. Every route runs private or small-group, and we quote it for your dates.
- Real day-by-day routes
- Private or small-group
- Every day can change
Fes, one to three days
The medina on foot with a Fassi guide: the madrasas and the tanneries first, then the craft quarters, the Andalusian side and the viewpoints, and on a third day Roman Volubilis.
One day in FesA focused one-day Fes itinerary for stopovers and day trips: the essential Fes el-Bali medina, the Chouara tanneries, the great medersas and a sunset viewpoint over the old city.See the days
2 days in FesA focused 2-day Fes itinerary: the essential medina, the tanneries and great medersas on day one, then the craft quarters, the Andalusian side and the Merinid Tombs viewpoint on day two.See the days
3 days in FesThree days to explore Fes el-Bali plus the craft quarters, the Andalusian side, and a day trip to Roman Volubilis and imperial Meknes.See the days
From the medina to the dunes: one driver, one plan.
Erg Chebbi, MerzougaAcross Morocco
Four to seven days with a driver: the imperial cities as far as Rabat, the north to Tetouan and Tangier, or the cedar forests, a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes, the gorges and the High Atlas to Marrakech.
Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara in 4 daysThe classic overland route from Fes to Marrakech across the Middle Atlas and the desert: cedar forests and Berber towns, the dunes of Erg Chebbi at Merzouga, the Dadès and Todra gorges, and Aït Ben Haddou before arriving in Marrakech.See the days
Morocco's imperial cities in 5 daysFive days through Morocco's imperial north: the great medina of Fes, Roman Volubilis, the gates of Meknes, and the calm capital of Rabat with its kasbah, Hassan Tower and Chellah.See the days
Northern Morocco in 5 daysA five-day loop through Morocco's north from Fes: two days in the imperial medina, the blue city of Chefchaouen in the Rif mountains, the whitewashed UNESCO medina of Tetouan, the port city of Tangier on the Strait of Gibraltar, and Roman Volubilis with imperial Meknes on the way back.See the days
7 days across MoroccoA one-week overland crossing starting in Fes: two days in the medieval medina, the Middle Atlas cedar forests of Ifrane and Azrou, the Ziz Valley to an Erg Chebbi desert camp at Merzouga, the Todra and Dadès gorges, the kasbahs of Ouarzazate and Aït Ben Haddou, and over the High Atlas to finish in Marrakech.See the daysFes and one more place
Three days that pair the medina with its neighbours: the blue lanes of Chefchaouen in the Rif, or Meknes and the Roman town of Volubilis.
Fes and Chefchaouen in 3 daysA three-day loop pairing imperial Fes with the blue city of Chefchaouen in the Rif mountains: a full day in the Fes medina, an overnight in the indigo old town, and the Akchour waterfalls before returning.See the days
3 days in Morocco's imperial heartlandThree days centred on Morocco's imperial heartland: the great medina of Fes el-Bali, a day trip west to imperial Meknes, the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, then a slower second Fes day for the viewpoints, gardens and craft quarters.See the daysBefore you knock
The questions people ask us most before they plan a trip.
How many days do I need for a Morocco itinerary?
It depends on how much ground you want to cover. A single city such as Fes works well over two to three days, while a route linking the imperial cities, the desert or the coast usually needs a week or more. Our plans are organised by city and by length, so you can start from a base like Fes and add days or regions until the pace feels right for you.
Are these itineraries private and can they be customised?
Yes. Every itinerary runs private to your own party or as a small group, and is fully adjustable. We treat the day-by-day plans you see here as a starting point: you can change the order of cities, swap or add stops, adjust the pace, and shape the route around your dates, interests and travel style.
What does a typical day on a Morocco itinerary look like?
A typical day mixes guided sightseeing with free time. In a medina city like Fes that might mean a morning exploring the old walled town and its monuments and workshops on foot with a local guide, lunch at a traditional spot, and an afternoon at a slower pace. Travel days between cities are planned with comfortable driving stages and scenic stops along the way.
What is included in a Morocco itinerary?
The day-by-day plan, route and recommended highlights are the core of every itinerary, arranged around private transport and local guiding where it adds value. Exactly what is included, such as accommodation, drivers, guides and activities, is confirmed in the written quote we prepare for your specific dates, since it depends on the cities, length and style you choose.
How far in advance should I book, and can I combine different regions?
Earlier booking gives the widest choice of riads and guides, especially in busy spring and autumn periods, though we also help with shorter lead times where availability allows. Combining regions is very common: a Fes-based plan pairs naturally with the imperial cities of Meknes and Volubilis, the Middle Atlas, Chefchaouen and the north, or onward routes toward the desert and the coast.
Don't see your exact trip? Tell us your dates and we'll build it.
- Tell us what drew you in. Your dates, who is travelling and what you want to see.
- A person reads it. We write a day-by-day plan for your group, private or small-group.
- You change anything. Then we confirm the guides, drivers and riads.