Moroccan Adventure: 7-day itinerary

1. Day 1: Marrakech
   Approximately 10 minutes (2.2km) from Marrakech-Menara Airport

   Visit the Jardin Majorelle, explore the winding alleys of the Old Medina, and watch the snake charmers at Jemaa el-Fnaa Square.

2. Day 2: Ait Ben Haddou
   Approximately 4 hours (190km) from Marrakech

   Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient fortified city that has been the backdrop of many Hollywood movies.

3. Day 3: Merzouga
   Approximately 6 hours (370km) from Ait Ben Haddou

   Embark on a Sahara Desert adventure with a camel ride at Mergouza. Watch the sunset over the dunes and sleep under the stars in a desert camp.

4. Day 4: Todra Gorge
   Approximately 4 hours (250km) from Merzouga

   Hike the steep canyon walls and marvel at the towering rock formations and crystal clear water at Todra Gorge.

5. Day 5: Fes
   Approximately 5 hours (370km) from Todra Gorge

   Explore the Fez Medina, the world’s largest car-free urban area, and visit the Al-Attarine Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque, and Bab Boujloud Gate.

6. Day 6: Chefchaouen
   Approximately 4 hours (200km) from Fes

   Stroll through the picturesque blue-washed alleys of Chefchaouen, a charming town nestled in the Rif Mountains.

7. Day 7: Essaouira
   Approximately 4 hours (180km) from Chefchaouen

   Enjoy a stroll through the scenic beachfront town and port of Essaouira, which offers a mix of African, European, and Arabic cultures.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Jardin Majorelle (2 hours, 70 MAD)
• Ait Ben Haddou (3 hours, 10 MAD)
• Sahara Desert Camp (1 night, 500 MAD)
• Todra Gorge (3 hours, free)
• Fez Medina tour (5 hours, 200 MAD)
• Chefchaouen self-guided tour (4 hours, free)
• Essaouira self-guided tour (3 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: 780 MAD

Useful tips

For travelers with less time, skip Essaouira, and spend two nights in Marrakech and one night in Merzouga for a shorter desert experience. Add Dades Gorge to your itinerary for more canyon hikes or consider a side trip to Tangier from Chefchaouen. For those with more time, consider exploring the High Atlas Mountains or coastal towns like Agadir and Casablanca.