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Morocco is North Africa’s most unique travel destination — millennium ancient cities, the Sahara Desert, blue-and-white towns, coastal scenery. This 10-day loop shows you every face of this African country.
10-Day Self-Drive Loop
Day 1–2: Marrakech Stay in an old city riad (traditional courtyard guesthouse); explore Djemaa el-Fna (World Heritage) night market. Visit the Majorelle Garden (YSL Garden), Bahia Palace, and Koutoubia Mosque. Getting lost in the old city at dusk is the best experience.
Day 3–4: Atlas Mountains + Rose Valley Cross the Atlas Mountains (elevation 2,260m); scenery along the way shifts from red earthen desert to alpine meadows. The Valley of Roses (Vallée des Roses) is Morocco’s main rose-producing area — in May during the rose festival, the entire valley is fragrant.
Day 5–6: Merzouga (Sahara Desert) Arrive at the oasis on the edge of the Sahara. Afternoon camel trek into the desert; watch the sunset; sleep in a tent camp. Get up at 5am for the desert sunrise — golden dunes stretching infinitely in the morning light.
Day 7–8: Fez The millennium ancient city of Fez, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The labyrinthine old city (12,000 alleys) preserves its medieval appearance. Bab Bou Jeloud Blue Gate is Fez’s landmark; the old city tannery (Fes el-Bali) is the viral photo spot — looking down from the rooftop over the large dye vats, vivid with color.
Day 9: Chefchaouen (Blue City) The blue town Chefchaouen, where all buildings are painted blue. Stroll the medina, visit the Spanish Mosque on the hilltop for a panoramic view. On weekends there’s a local market in the medina square.
Day 10: Tangier + Return
Desert Tent Camp Recommendations
| Camp | Type | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auberge Caravane | Luxury tent | €150–200 | En-suite bathroom |
| Leonardo Camp | Standard tent | €80–120 | Dinner included |
| Desert Camp | Basic tent | €40–60 | Budget choice |
Car Rental Guide
Morocco self-driving: recommend choosing an SUV (4WD preferred); desert sections require 4WD. Book through AutoEurope — full insurance is essential (roads have lots of loose stones). Daily rental about €50–100.
Traffic rules: Morocco drives on the right; highway speed limit 120km/h but many cameras. Watch for motorcycles and camels on rural roads.
Internet in Morocco
Airalo Morocco plan: 5GB $10, covering 3/4G networks.
Budget Reference
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Flights (to Casablanca) | ¥6,000–10,000 |
| Car rental (10 days) | €500–1,000 |
| Hotels (9 nights) | €400–1,200 |
| Desert camp | €100–300 |
| Tickets + activities | €80–150 |
| Dining | €100–200 |
| Total | ¥15,000–30,000/person |
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