Itinerary · 14 days
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14 days in Morocco: the grand tour
From the Strait of Gibraltar to the dunes of the Sahara — the trip of a lifetime, with flexible match days.
Updated 22 October 2026 · By the World to Morocco editorial team
Quick answer
Tangier (2) → Chefchaouen (1) → Fes (3) → Sahara via Merzouga (2) → Dades & Aït Benhaddou (1) → Marrakech (3) → Essaouira (2). Slot matches into Tangier, Fes and Marrakech.
Route overview
| Days | Where | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Tangier | Kasbah, Cap Spartel, match at Grand Stade de Tanger |
| 3 | Chefchaouen | Blue lanes, Spanish Mosque sunset |
| 4–6 | Fes | Medina with a guide, Volubilis & Meknes, match day |
| 7–8 | Merzouga | Ifrane cedars, camel ride, desert camp |
| 9 | Dades & Aït Benhaddou | Todra Gorge, the road of a thousand kasbahs |
| 10–12 | Marrakech | Souks, palaces, hammam, match day |
| 13–14 | Essaouira | Ramparts, seafood, fly home from Marrakech |
Tips
Short on time? Our 7-day World Cup itinerary covers Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakech by train.
- Hire a driver for Fes → Sahara → Marrakech (days 7–10)
- Pre-book trains for Tangier and Fes during the tournament
- Desert nights are pleasant even in summer — midday is the challenge
Frequently asked questions
What is the best route around Morocco in two weeks?
North to south: Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara, Marrakech and the coast. This avoids backtracking and finishes near Marrakech airport.