How many days do you need in Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen & Rabat?
- Most travelers spend 7-8 days in Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Rabat combined
- Visiting Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Rabat in 5 or 6 days is possible, but will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Casablanca, Essaouira, and Tangier
How Many Days to Spend in Marrakesh
Recommended Itineraries for Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen & Rabat
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Casablanca, Transfer to Rabat | Rabat |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Chefchaouen, Explore the The Blue City | Chefchaouen |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Fes via Volubilis & Meknes | Fes |
| Days 4-5 | Explore the Medieval Medina of Fes | Fes |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Marrakesh | Marrakesh |
| Day 7 | Marrakesh: Exploring the Red City | Marrakesh |
| Day 8 | Return to Casablanca, Depart |
Dive into Morocco's modern and ancient cities with this eight-day trip starting and ending in the commercial capital of Casablanca. Head north to explore the capital of Rabat, enjoy a sunset over the blue city of Chefchaoeun, step back to Roman times at Volubilis, and visit artisan workshops in the cultural capital of Fes. End in vibrant Marrakesh and discover Africa's busiest square, Jemaa el-Fna. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Merzouga & Ouarzazate
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Casablanca, Transfer to Rabat | Rabat |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Chefchaouen, Explore the The Blue City | Chefchaouen |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Fes via Volubilis & Meknes | Fes |
| Day 4 | Explore the Medieval Medina of Fes | Fes |
| Day 5 | Drive to Erfoud, Sunset Camel Ride | Merzouga |
| Day 6 | Erg Shibi & Dades Valley, Drive to Ouarzazate | Ouarzazate |
| Day 7 | Aït Benhaddou, Drive to Marrakesh | Marrakesh |
| Day 8 | Explore Marrakech, Depart |
This eight-day loop from Casablanca to Marrakesh offers a perfect mix of imperial cities, smaller towns, and unforgettable desert adventures. You will start in the north with Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, and Fes before venturing into the desert for a camel ride and night under the stars at a desert camp as well as exploring old caravan routes, oases, and fortified kasbahs. You will then cross the High Atlas mountains into bustling Marrakesh to wander souks and experience lively Jemma el-Fna square. Read more
How to travel between Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen & Rabat
How to get to Chefchaouen
The Moroccan city of Chefchaouen, in the Rif Mountains, is famous for its distinctive blue-painted buildings. Chefchaouen is usually combined with a trip to Tangier. However, it can easily be accessed from other Moroccan cities as well, like Fes and Rabat. Read more
How to get from Fes to Marrakesh
A few options exist for travelers making the 330-mile (532 km) journey from the northeastern Moroccan city of Fes to Marrakesh. Which option travelers take will depend entirely on whether their priority is efficiency or if they would prefer to see points of interest along the way. A direct flight between the two cities takes less than two hours while going by road with a private driver can take up to eight—but plane travel means you won't have the chance to stop at the many points of interest that dot the overland route. Learn more below. Read more
How to get from Rabat to Fes
Those looking to get from Rabat to Fes have several options for completing the 129-mile (207 km) journey, which should take anywhere between two and three hours, depending on the mode of transport. The most convenient option is to travel by private transfer, which should get you to Fes in a little over two hours. Read more
How to get from Marrakesh to Rabat
The distance between Marrakesh and the coastal capital of Rabat is 201 miles (323 km) when traveling by way of Casablanca. Read more
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