Explore the blue-hued streets of Chefchaouen, delve into Roman-Berber history at Volubilis, and walk among olive groves in the Zerhoun Hills
Hike the forested trails and mountain paths of Talassemtane National Park and tread ancient routes in the Valley of Roses
Head into the Sahara Desert, taking in the golden sands at sunset before glamping among the dunes – an unforgettable night beneath a thousand stars
Spend time with the locals as you bake bread with villagers, enjoy lunch at a women's co-operative, and relax into a traditional hammam experience
Day 1
Welcome to Morocco! Your journey begins in Morocco's busiest city: Casablanca. Arrival transfers are available at set times from Casablanca Airport to transfer you to your hotel; see the Getting There section for more details. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local Moroccan restaurant and have a chat through the adventure to come with your tour leader and fellow adventurers.
Day 2
Leave Casablanca behind after breakfast as you settle in for the road trip to Chefchaouen, the famous ‘Blue City’ and one of Morocco's most iconic locations. This afternoon, you're free to eat lunch and dinner where you please as you explore the winding cobblestone streets, surrounded by cobalt-hued walls dotted with tiny local craft shops. This evening, your host will take you on a hike up to the Spanish Mosque for amazing sunset views of the blue town nestled on the hillside and cradled by the Rif Mountains.
Day 3
Today, head into Talassemtane National Park for a scenic hike along forest trails and open ridgelines with your guide, following well-marked paths through pine and cedar woodland with gentle elevation gain and wide views across the Rif Mountains. This route keeps the remote feel of the region, while still remaining accessible for a range of fitness levels. You'll be back in Chefchaouen by lunchtime and have the rest of the day free to explore the city further. Your guide will recommend the best places to try local dishes for lunch and dinner.
Day 4
Trade blue alleyways for open horizons as you head south into rolling olive country. Your first stop: the vast, cinematic ruins of Volubilis. Roam between toppled columns and intricate mosaics while your guide unpacks the Roman-Berber frontier story. With the Zerhoun hills as your backdrop, this feels like an open-air expedition site rather than a museum. From here, lace up for a short ridge hike towards Moulay Idriss Zerhoun. The trail climbs steadily through olive groves to panoramic viewpoints over the twin-peaked holy town. Descend into the medina for a well-earned lunch at a local restaurant followed by time to explore the narrow lanes and hilltop lookouts. Next, dive into Morocco’s olive heartland with a stop at a local cooperative in the Zerhoun region. See the pressing process up close and sample freshly milled oils – grassy, peppery, intensely local. Arrive in Fes by late afternoon and check into your riad, followed by a free evening so you can grab dinner where you please.
Day 5
Meet your local guide and dive straight into the energy of Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital, on a walking tour of the old town. Enter through Bab Boujloud and explore the maze-like medina: artisan workshops, spice-scented souks, and the iconic Chouara Tannery, where leather is still dyed using centuries-old techniques. Pause at a rooftop viewpoint for panoramic views over the ancient city before enjoying some free time to explore and get lunch at your own pace. In the late afternoon, head to a local family home in the medina for a hands-on cooking class and dinner. Learn to prepare classic Fassi dishes, share stories in the kitchen, and sit down together to enjoy the meal you’ve created. An intimate, authentic way to experience Moroccan hospitality – and a perfect shared moment with your group.
Day 6
Today features an epic road trip south as Morocco shifts from forested mountains to desert plains. Leave Fes behind and cross the Middle Atlas, passing cedar forests and high plateaus before stopping for a picnic near Midelt for lunch. Continue through the Ziz Valley, pausing to take in its vast palm oasis, then travel on to Merzouga, where the dunes of Erg Chebbi rise on the horizon. Transfer by 4x4 to your desert camp and head out for a short dune climb at sunset, with wide views across the Sahara Desert. As night falls, enjoy dinner under the stars. With almost no light pollution, the Sahara offers exceptional stargazing. Lying back on rugs beneath the vast desert sky, admire thousands of stars, the bright band of the Milky Way, and sometimes even shooting stars or visible planets – a truly unforgettable desert experience.
Day 7
Wake early to experience the desert at its quietest, heading out onto the dunes of Erg Chebbi for a gentle walk or an optional sandboarding session on the cool morning sand (payable locally; MAD 250). After breakfast, travel by 4x4 back to Merzouga and continue west, stopping for an included lunch en route to Tinghir before the landscape shifts from desert plains to green river valleys. Arrive in the village of Boutaghrar and settle into your guesthouse overlooking the valley, then head out for a relaxed walk through rose fields, riverbeds, and mud-brick villages, where you may see the Damask rose harvest in spring. Later, visit a small rose distillery to learn about traditional production methods, before returning for dinner at the guesthouse with views across the valley.
Day 8
Today brings a scenic hike through the heart of the Valley of Roses. Follow ancient footpaths between terraced fields, river crossings, and small Berber villages built from earth and stone. Climb gradually to a panoramic viewpoint over the valley, where green fields contrast with the red mountains beyond. This is a quieter, more intimate alternative to the dramatic but crowded Todra Gorge. Midway through the walk, stop in a village to dive into a bread-making experience with local women, learning how traditional flatbread is baked in clay ovens. Return to Boutaghrar in the afternoon and have lunch at the guesthouse, before a relaxing afternoon enjoying views of the valley. In the evening, you'll have dinner followed by a visit to a local hammam – simple, authentic, and shared with residents – offering genuine insight into daily Moroccan life.
Day 9
Leave the Valley of Roses behind and head north towards Marrakech, climbing gradually into the High Atlas. Before crossing the mountains, stop at a rural women’s cooperative near Ouarzazate, where traditional food production supports local livelihoods. Join a hands-on session preparing spice blends and couscous, then sit down for a simple home-cooked lunch with the women. Continue over the Tizi n'Tichka to Marrakech, arriving in the late afternoon and checking into your riad. In the evening, head into the medina for a short guided walk through the souks to Jemaa el-Fnaa at sunset, before gathering for a final dinner together.
Day 10
Your time in Morocco comes to an end today. For those with a morning flight, your host will take you to the airport for your onward travels. If your flight is not until the evening, you can spend more time in Marrakech with an optional guided tour (payable locally; MAD 375 per person), exploring the souks and quieter streets, visiting Bahia Palace and Medersa Ben Youssef, and stopping for mint tea along the way. You will then have free time for lunch, before an afternoon transfer from the hotel to the airport mid-afternoon.
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Plans can change, and this trip covers a large and varied part of Morocco, from mountains and cities to desert and valleys. Weather and local conditions can shift, particularly in the Atlas Mountains and desert regions, which may affect how parts of the itinerary run. If needed, your local host may adjust the order of activities, timings or specific locations to keep things running smoothly. Any changes will be made with your safety and overall experience in mind, and alternatives of a similar style will be arranged wherever possible. Your guide will keep you informed of any significant updates, and a flexible approach will help you get the most out of the journey.
Your trip will be led by a local, English-speaking guide for the duration of the itinerary. You will also have local, specialist guides in Fes, Volubilis, and in Marrakech if you choose to take part in the additional optional guided activities there. A separate driver will accompany the group for the duration of the trip.
As this trip starts in one city and ends in another, it's not logistically suitable to leave your luggage in Casablanca at the beginning. The tour vehicle will transport your luggage between each point of the trip.
Tap water in Morocco is not safe to drink for travelers. Your host will provide 5-liter bottles of water, from which you can fill your personal reusable water bottles. Your guide will endeavor to recycle or reuse these 5-liter bottles wherever possible. You may also wish to bring a water filter, purification tablets, or a UV sterilizer to give more flexibility around where you can get water from.
At Much Better Adventures, we work hard to accommodate dietary requirements and allergies so your trip is safe, inclusive, and enjoyable. That said, options can vary by country, location, and lodging, and in some places, options may be limited or unavailable. The information below has been provided by your host so you’re fully informed about what will be possible on your trip depending on your individual requirements. This information should be read carefully before your trip to ensure that you are adequately prepared for the situation ‘on the ground’.
Once you have booked your trip, please fill out your passenger information form asap with any dietary requirements. Once you complete your passenger information, your dietary needs and any allergies are automatically shared with your host and, in turn, your guide. Please submit this as early as possible so they can plan accordingly and deliver the best experience. Please also remind your guide about your dietary requirements upon arrival, as mentioning these in person allows your guide to comprehend individual preferences and limitations as soon as you arrive.
BACKGROUND
Moroccan cuisine reflects a blend of Berber, Arab, and Mediterranean influences, shaped by trade routes and a varied climate, resulting in aromatic, slow-cooked dishes built around spices, grains, pulses, and seasonal produce. Meals are often communal, with tagines, couscous, and bread forming the core. Travelers with dietary requirements can usually find suitable options, particularly for vegetarian or dairy-free diets, though dishes can be meat-led and ingredients are not always clearly listed. With a guide on hand, communication is easier, but it helps to plan ahead and be clear about needs, especially in smaller towns.
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian
Vegetarian diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.
Vegan
Vegan diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.
Kosher
Fully certified Kosher kitchens and supervision are rare and usually cannot be guaranteed unless expressly confirmed in advance by your host. Vegetarian or vegan options can often be the most reliable alternative if this is acceptable to you. Please read the related sections above.
Halal
Halal diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.
INTOLERANCES
Gluten-free (for Celiac, please see Allergies section below)
Gluten-free diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.
Lactose-free
Lactose-free diets can be catered for on this trip, provided that your host is made aware in advance.
ALLERGIES
Our host has confirmed that they are able to accommodate mild allergies to the 14 allergens identified by the UK Food Standards Agency, where these are disclosed in advance. However, if you have a severe or life-threatening food allergy, please get in touch with our Customer Experience team before booking, to discuss whether your requirements can be accommodated safely on this trip. This will allow us to carefully consider the sensitivity and severity of your allergy, the available provision on the trip, and the accessibility of medical care should a reaction occur. Your safety is always our top priority. Please note that when traveling overseas, local ingredients, food preparation methods, and labeling standards may vary, particularly in remote areas. It is also worth noting that any allergies may result in more limited options and repetitive provision in some areas. While your guide will help communicate dietary requirements where possible, customers remain responsible for managing their own allergies during the trip.
Ramadan is an Islamic festival where the religious do not eat or drink during daylight hours. While this is a really interesting time to travel, especially to witness celebrations where the fast is broken in the evenings, you can expect some business hours will be shortened, alcohol is not permitted during daylight hours, and some restaurants will be closed during this festival period. Activities for local people tend to be limited during the day, and the nights are very active in cities with lots of different foods being sold and consumed. Ramadan will not affect the inclusions on your trip, although you should be aware that dinners will be served after locals break their fast in the evenings.
As Ramadan follows the lunar calendar, the dates change from year to year. We recommend checking whether your chosen trip dates fall during this period.
This trip covers the varied cities, deserts, and mountain villages that make up Morocco all in one trip. You'll see beautiful views, interact with locals, and explore destinations you'd struggle to get to on your own. A lot of people love this style of travel, but it does mean some long travel days and repacking your bag every couple of days, which suits some travelers more than others. If you're happy with a fast-paced itinerary and don't mind living out of a suitcase, you'll get a lot out of it.
Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
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Much Better Adventures refer to the UK Government’s official travel advice when designing trips and monitoring trip operations. We recommend that all customers review the practical information available on the UK Government’s FCDO website, where you can find up-to-date advice by searching for your destination(s).
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Our trips typically consist of a mix of solo travelers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.
Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves, and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.
It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.
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The weather on this trip can vary drastically across the itinerary, so it's important to be prepared depending on the time of year you visit.
November to February sees daytime highs typically remaining below 68°F in the northern cities and Marrakech. Nighttime temperatures can get as low as 41°F, so bring warm layers and a jacket. Rain is possible, mainly in the north and mountains, but is usually short-lived. In the Sahara, temperatures remain similar during the day, but can drop even colder at night.
April, May, September, and October typically have highs in the high 70s/low 80s (°F) in the cities, and it can still get chilly in the evening, so it's worth packing layers. In the Sahara, it is much warmer during these months, with temperatures reaching around 95°F, so come prepared for the warmer weather.
June to August sees much higher temperatures across the cities and Sahara, and we do not typically run trips during this time as a result.
We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre program, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.
What's the number?
It works out on average at 142kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.
The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.
But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:
What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity, ensuring the protection of the reserve and its wildlife.
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Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.
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