Morocco
From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the blue streets of Chefchaouen, Morocco offers incredible experiences without breaking the bank. Experience the magic of the Sahara Desert, explore ancient medinas, and immerse yourself in a culture where tajines are always delicious and the call to prayer echoes through the streets.
Our Morocco Journey
November 25 - December 5, 2025
Our Route
Crowd Levels
Very crowded destinations! Marrakech, Fes medina, and popular sites like Ait Benhaddou were packed with tourists. The Sahara and Dades Gorge offered more peaceful moments.
Personal Highlights
Alex's Morocco Highlights
"The sunset was really spectacular and I got to try my sand boarding before heading back to camp. Dinner was fantastic multi course meal with orzo salad, tajine, and dessert. The actual tent was nicely decorated but absolutely frigid at night."
Top Moments:
- •Best fauxito I've ever had at Full Sun Cafe
- •The camels get up back first which was unexpected
- •The driver just sent it into the desert yelling AFRICA as we crested over the dunes
- •Sand boarding in the Sahara at sunset
- •Star gazing and taking photos at the desert camp
Lissi's Morocco Highlights
"Riad Fes Ziyat and it's GORGEOUS. I went out into that random hallway and I love it so much. If this was my house, I'd never leave that area. I could hear the birds and see a cat walking along the wall. The courtyard was probably my favorite breakfast purely for the views."
Top Moments:
- •The call to prayer echoing through the towns - it really is a cool sound
- •The wild 4x4 drives on the dunes with the driver yelling "AFRICA"
- •My tajine at Full Sun Cafe was 10/10
- •Getting to try spinning clay at the mosaic tile factory
- •Sunrise over the Sahara dunes
Day by Day
Our Top Recommendations
Riad Fes Ziyat
Absolutely stunning traditional riad with incredible breakfast and hospitality
Sahara Desert Experience
Camel trek, sunset/sunrise over dunes, sleeping under stars - unforgettable
Fes Medina
Largest and oldest medina in the world - get lost in the maze
Todra Gorge
Stunning towering canyon walls and palm groves
Chefchaouen
The blue pearl - every street is Instagram-worthy
Marvelous Morocco Tours
Professional, reliable, and made the multi-day desert tour seamless
Cultural Observations
Essential Information
Tour Operator
- •Marvelous Morocco Tours (https://marvelous-moroccotours.com/)
- •Email: marvelousmoroccotours@gmail.com
- •Phone (WhatsApp): +212661480472
- •Highly recommended for multi-day desert tours
Crowd Levels
- •Marrakech: Very crowded, lots of tourists
- •Fes Medina: Busy but less touristy than Marrakech
- •Sahara Desert: Peaceful, fewer people
- •Chefchaouen: Moderate crowds
- •Dades Gorge/Todra Gorge: Less crowded
- •November is shoulder season - better than summer
Money
- •Moroccan Dirham (MAD) - roughly 10 MAD = $1 USD
- •Flight TNG to RAK: MAD 1,115.95
- •Riad Andallaspa: $118.51 total
- •Budget ~$80-120 per person per day
- •Negotiate prices in souks
Budget Breakdown
Top Highlights
Budget Tips
Stay in riads for authentic experience - Riad Fes Ziyat highly recommended
Street food and tajines are delicious and very affordable (~$10-25 per person)
Negotiate prices in souks - vendors expect it
Sahara desert tours are worth every dirham (~100 MAD/$10 per meal at camps)
Use tour operators like Marvelous Morocco Tours for multi-day trips
Paid bathrooms are standard (bring small change)
Restaurant Nomad for amazing Berber pizza
Full Sun Cafe in Atlas Mountains for incredible faujitos
Visit mosaic tile factories in Fes - negotiate for souvenirs
Shoulder season (November) offers great weather and fewer crowds
Location
Interactive map coming soon