Exploring Family-Friendly Morocco in Six Days

  1. Day 1: Exploring Marrakech
    Approximately 30 minutes from Marrakech Menara Airport

    Start your day by visiting the El Badi Palace, a ruined palace with a beautiful courtyard, gardens and a great view of the city. Afterward, explore the Ben Youssef Madrasa, a formerly active Islamic school with a central courtyard adorned with intricate Islamic art, carvings, and details. Finish the day at the Koutoubia Mosque, the largest mosque in Marrakech and an iconic structure that is visible from many parts of the city.

  2. Day 2: Relaxing in Agadir
    Approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes from Marrakech by car

    Take a break from sightseeing and spend the day in Agadir, a resort city known for its long beach and a perfect destination for a family-friendly escape. Enjoy the warm sun and clear waters while spending quality family time building sandcastles, swimming, or trying out water sports activities such as surfing, paddleboarding, or kite-surfing.

  3. Day 3: Discovering Casablanca
    Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes from Agadir by car

    Start your day visiting the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco and a monumental structure located directly on the Atlantic ocean. This remarkable piece of architecture provides an exceptional view of the water and city. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along Ain Diab Beach, a famous spot that offers a collection of beach clubs and restaurants with excellent ocean views. End your day exploring the Old Medina, the historic center of Casablanca that's home to many shops and street vendors selling traditional Moroccan goods and souvenirs.

  4. Day 4: Souks, Tanneries, Palaces, and Tombs in Fes
    Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes from Casablanca by car

    Start by exploring the Chouara Tannery, a place where leather workers tan animal hides using traditional methods, then wander around the nearby old Medina of Fes el Bali, a UNESCO-listed walking zone that's brimming with shops selling colorful textiles, ceramics, and brasswork. Later on, visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, one of the most beautiful Islamic schools in the world, with a central courtyard full of intricate carvings and decorations. End your day visiting the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, a complex of ancient tombs set in a serene setting.

  5. Day 5: Camel Trekking in the Sahara
    Approximately 9 hours from Fes by car

    Rise early in the morning and embark on an epic journey to the Sahara desert. Once you arrive, organize a thrilling camel trek to experience the desert lifestyle and landscapes. Escape the heat of the day in a traditional nomadic tent, while enjoying a Berber prepped meal surrounded by nothing but the vast sand dunes that seem to reach the horizon. Close off your day by exploring the majestic scenery under the stars and listening to musical performances under a blanket of stars till late at night.

  6. Day 6: Enjoying Essaouira on the Atlantic Coast
    Approximately 7 hours from the Sahara by car

    Traveling towards the end of your trip, arrive at the seaside town of Essaouira, an ideal destination for families. Spend your day exploring the city walls, fishing ports and bazaars. Enjoy the sandy beaches and the gentle Atlantic waves. The Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum showcases local crafts and arts of the region, and there are plenty of dining options to choose from. In the evening, take a scenic walk to the harbor to enjoy the crimson sunset over the horizon.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • El Badi Palace (1-2 hours, $8)
  • Ben Youssef Madrasa (1-2 hours, $7)
  • Koutoubia Mosque (1-2 hours, free)
  • Agadir Beach (4-5 hours, free)
  • Hassan II Mosque (1-2 hours, $14)
  • Ain Diab Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Old Medina in Casablanca (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chouara Tannery (1-2 hours, free)
  • Old Medina of Fes el Bali (2-3 hours, free)
  • Bou Inania Madrasa (1-2 hours, $6)
  • Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sahara Desert Camel Trekking (4-5 hours, $24)
  • Essaouira Beach (3-4 hours, free)
  • Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum (1-2 hours, $6)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $65-$85 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more leisure time, visit the blue evident town of Chefchaouen and hike to the Rif mountains. Alternatively, you can substitute the trip to the Sahara for quad biking, dune boarding or a visit to a biodynamic farm .

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