Morocco Travel Guide – The imperial cities, the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara desert and practical tips on transport, culture and planning your trip.
Discover Cities, Mountains and the Sahara
Morocco is a country of incredible diversity. From historic imperial cities and colorful markets to mountains, Atlantic beaches, and vast desert landscapes, Morocco offers something for every traveler.
Our Morocco Tours are designed to help you discover the country’s most beautiful destinations while enjoying comfortable transportation and authentic local experiences.
Explore Morocco’s Imperial Cities
Morocco is famous for its historic cities, including Marrakech, Fes, Meknes, and Rabat.
Explore ancient medinas, traditional souks, historic palaces, mosques, and lively streets while discovering the country’s rich history and culture.
Discover Marrakech
Marrakech is one of Morocco’s most popular destinations. Visit the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square, explore the colorful souks, and discover beautiful gardens and historic monuments.
Experience Fes
Fes is home to one of the world’s largest medieval medinas. Walking through its narrow streets feels like stepping back in time.
You can discover traditional workshops, historic architecture, and local markets.
Travel Through the Atlas Mountains
The Atlas Mountains offer breathtaking scenery and traditional Berber villages.
Depending on your itinerary, you can cross mountain passes and enjoy spectacular views before continuing toward the desert.
Experience the Sahara
For many travelers, the highlight of Morocco is the Sahara Desert.
In Merzouga, you can ride camels through the Erg Chebbi dunes, watch the sunset, spend the night in a desert camp, and wake up to the sunrise over the dunes.
Practical Tips Before You Travel
The local currency is the Moroccan dirham, which you can get from ATMs in all cities; cards are accepted in many hotels, but cash is useful in markets and small villages. Arabic and Tamazight (Berber) are the official languages, and French is widely spoken, as is English in tourist areas. Entry rules depend on your nationality, so check the requirements for your passport before you book flights.
What to Wear
Light, comfortable clothes that cover shoulders and knees are a good choice in cities and villages, and they also protect you from the sun. Bring a warm layer: evenings in the mountains and nights in the desert can be cold, even when the days are hot.
How Many Days Do You Need?
With 3 days you can reach the Sahara from Marrakech or Fes and see the highlights on the way. With a week you can combine two imperial cities, the Atlas Mountains, the gorges and the desert. Ten days or more allow a full loop including Chefchaouen and Casablanca at a relaxed pace.
Where Should You Start?
Most travellers start in Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca or Tangier, depending on their flight or ferry. Each city has its own desert itineraries: see our tours from Marrakech, tours from Fes, tours from Casablanca and tours from Tangier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morocco a good destination for families? Yes. Moroccans are very welcoming to children, and a desert night is often the highlight for kids.
Do I need a guide? In the medinas a local guide helps you find your way and understand the history, and for the Sahara a private driver makes the long distances easy.
When is the best time to visit? Spring and autumn are ideal for touring the whole country.
Create Your Perfect Morocco Tour
Every traveler is different, which is why private tours are a great way to discover Morocco.
With Merzouga Packages, you can customize your itinerary according to your interests, travel dates, and available time.
From the imperial cities to the Sahara, let us help you discover the best of Morocco.
Morocco Travel Guide: useful information
With Merzouga Packages, “Morocco Travel Guide” is a private experience run by a local Berber team that lives in Merzouga, at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes. The program adapts to your pace, with pick-up from your hotel or riad, an experienced driver-guide and hand-picked accommodation.
For more ideas, see also these pages: Morocco Tours and FAQ. To learn more about the places you will visit, read the article on Erg Chebbi on Wikipedia.
