The Perfect 7-Day Morocco Itinerary (Marrakech, Desert & Coast)

Seven days is the sweet spot for a first trip. Here's how to spend them.

Day 1 — Marrakech arrival Settle into a Medina riad, sunset drink at a rooftop and a light dinner.

Day 2 — Marrakech deep dive Bahia Palace, Le Jardin Secret, YSL museum and Jemaa el-Fnaa at night.

Day 3 — High Atlas & Ait Ben Haddou Drive over Tizi n'Tichka, lunch in a Berber village, sleep in Ouarzazate.

Day 4 — Dades to Merzouga Rose Valley, Todra Gorge and arrival at the erg for sunset camel ride.

Day 5 — Sahara luxury camp Sunrise dune walk, nomad tea, sandboarding and stargazing.

Day 6 — Return via Skoura Oasis palms, kasbahs and cooking class in Marrakech.

Day 7 — Essaouira day trip or slow morning Atlantic breeze, seafood lunch and departure.