Morocco rewards time. Over two months you can trace the caravan routes of sultans, carve the dramatic switchbacks of the High Atlas, and watch the Atlantic fade into desert along the fabled N1. This long-form itinerary is moto-friendly, yet equally rewarding if you’re traveling by car, bus, or plane.

Historically, Morocco bridged sub-Saharan Africa and the Mediterranean. Dynasties from Almoravids to Alaouites left medinas, kasbahs, and palaces; French influence added Art Deco layers in Casablanca. Today, Marrakech’s souks, Fes’s madrasas, and the Atlantic surf towns offer a modern rhythm alongside timeless traditions.

Practical notes: Roads are generally good on major routes; avoid night riding due to livestock and unlit vehicles. Fuel is widely available; cash is useful in rural areas. Dress modestly, learn basic French or Darija greetings, and savor the cuisine—tagines, couscous, pastilla, harira, msemen, and mint tea fuel unforgettable days on the road.

Marrakech

The Red City hums with storytellers in Jemaa el-Fnaa, the call to prayer from Koutoubia, and the scent of cumin and orange blossom. It’s your springboard to the Atlas Mountains, Agafay Desert, Ouarzazate film country, and multi-day rides into the Sahara.

Getting in: Fly into Marrakech Menara (RAK). Compare fares and routes on Trip.com flights or Kiwi.com.

Where to stay: For riad romance or modern pads with bike-friendly courtyards, browse VRBO Marrakech or vetted hotels on Hotels.com Marrakech.

Eat & drink: Breakfast on msemen and fresh juice at Café Kif Kif (terrace views of Koutoubia). For coffee, try Bloom or Kawa 16 in Guéliz for specialty roasts. Lunch at Nomad (modern Moroccan; rooftop), L’Mida (seasonal plates), or Le Jardin (courtyard greenery). Dinner at Al Fassia Guéliz (legendary lamb shoulder), Sahbi Sahbi (women-run kitchen celebrating regional classics), or Comptoir Darna (gnawa and dinner show). For sweets: Pâtisserie Amandine.

Don’t miss: Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Le Jardin Secret, Jardin Majorelle + Musée Yves Saint Laurent, and the tanneries at Bab Debbagh.

Moto notes: Classic day rides include Ourika Valley (easy curves; river cafés), Imlil (gateway to Toubkal; alpine scenery), Tizi n’Test (historic pass to Taroudant; tight hairpins), and the Tizi n’Tichka to Ouarzazate (sweeping mountain views). Expect 150–350 km days depending on route; start early to avoid mid-day heat.

Days 1–5: Settle into the Medina + Sights and Flavors

• Start with a guided orientation through the lanes and artisan quarters, then ease into bargaining in the souks.
• Build your palace-and-garden loop over two days; reserve Majorelle early morning to avoid queues.
• Evenings on Jemaa el-Fnaa for snail stands, orange juice, and music; then rooftop dining in the golden light.

Recommended activities:

Marrakech: Medina Souks Guided Walking Tour

Authentic Moroccan Food Tour in Marrakech

Days 6–10: Atlas Mountains Day Trips

• Ride or drive to Imlil via Asni for walnut groves and high villages; tajine lunch with mountain views.
• Loop the Ourika Valley to Setti Fatma for waterfalls; stop at argan oil cooperatives en route.
• For riders: attempt Tizi n’Tichka (2260 m). Stop at Telouet Kasbah and Aït Ben Haddou (UNESCO) if making a long day of it.

Recommended activities:

Atlas Mountains & 5 Valleys Tour from Marrakech - All inclusive -

Days 11–15: Sahara Bound (Merzouga) or Desert Evenings

• Short on days? Book a sunset dinner in the Agafay Desert with drumming, stargazing, and a dusky camel ride.
• Have time? Commit to a 3-day Marrakech–Dades–Merzouga loop: ride camel at Erg Chebbi, sleep under constellations, and trace deep gorges on the return.

Recommended activity:

3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour: Camel Rides & Overnights

Optional local gem: Agafay Desert dinner + show with sunset camel ride and optional quad segment for a quick desert fix close to town.

Travel to Casablanca (morning departure): ONCF train from Marrakech to Casa-Voyageurs takes ~2 h 30 min (about $12–18); buses ~3–4 h. Driving via A7 toll road is ~240 km, 2 h 45 min. Prefer to fly? Check Trip.com flights or Kiwi.com (40–60 min in the air).

Casablanca

Morocco’s cosmopolitan heart blends Atlantic breezes with an Art Deco downtown and the monumental Hassan II Mosque rising right from the ocean. Base here for Rabat’s royal quarter, Chefchaouen’s blue lanes, and Fes’s UNESCO medina.

Where to stay: Seafront apartments near the Corniche or Art Deco gems downtown via VRBO Casablanca and curated hotels on Hotels.com Casablanca.

Eat & drink: Start at Pâtisserie Bennis Habous (since 1930) for cornes de gazelle and feqqas. Brunch at La Sqala (fortified garden café). Coffee and bowls at Bondi Coffee Kitchen. Sunset dining at Le Cabestan (Corniche waves under glass) or classic movie-set vibes at Rick’s Café (book ahead).

City highlights: Tour Hassan II Mosque (glass floor over the Atlantic), stroll Place Mohammed V and Boulevard Mohammed V for Art Deco facades, browse the Habous Quarter’s bookshops and olive markets, and unwind on the Ain Diab Corniche.

Days 16–20: Casablanca Essentials

• Join a guided city overview that includes mosque entry, Art Deco districts, the medina, and the Corniche.
• Plan a half-day for Hassan II Mosque with a premium timed ticket, then café-hop around Habous.

Recommended activities:

Private Tour of Casablanca with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket

Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included

Days 21–30: Northern Loop — Rabat, Chefchaouen, and Fes

• Rabat day trip: 1 h by train; see the Oudayas Kasbah, Hassan Tower, and Mohammed V Mausoleum. Consider this combined option:

Private Full Day Tour to Casablanca and Rabat

• Chefchaouen: 5–6 h by bus/car via the Rif; wander blue-washed alleys, hike to the Spanish Mosque for sunset, try goat cheese and bissara soup.
• Fes (3–4 nights): Tour the medersas (Bou Inania, Al Attarine), Nejjarine Museum, tanneries of Chouara, and the Andalusian quarter. Side trip: Roman ruins of Volubilis and imperial Meknes.
• Moto notes: The Rif roads around Akchour and between Chefchaouen and Ouazzane offer flowing bends; watch for sudden livestock and roadworks. Between Fes and Ifrane, cedar forests and Barbary macaques make for scenic stops.

Travel to Agadir (morning departure): Fly from Casablanca (CMN) to Agadir (AGA) in ~1 h; check Trip.com or Kiwi.com. Buses take ~6–7 h; driving via A7 is ~4.5–5 h (tolls).

Agadir

Rebuilt after 1960, Agadir is sun, surf, and broad beaches—an easygoing base for Taghazout’s breaks, Paradise Valley’s palms, and the wild Anti-Atlas. It’s also a practical jump to Dakhla’s world-class kitesurfing lagoon.

Where to stay: Marina-view apartments or beachside condos via VRBO Agadir, or resorts and riad-style hotels on Hotels.com Agadir.

Eat & drink: Breakfast at Pâtisserie Tafarnout (omelets, Berber breads). Coffee at Moussa & Cherif or cafés along Avenue des FAR. Seafood: Pure Passion (marina; grilled turbot, octopus), Les Blancs (paella and sea views). In Taghazout, Babakoul (crepes, tagines) and World of Waves (smoothies, poke, sunset terraces).

Days 31–37: Coast, Surf, and Sand

• Learn to surf in Taghazout, beach-hop to Imourane and Tamraght, and climb to Agadir Oufella for sunset views over the bay.
• Day trip to Paradise Valley for natural pools and palm groves; bring water shoes for rocky sections.
• Opt for dune thrills north of Agadir—sandboarding in golden bowls above the ocean.

Recommended activities:

Sandboarding guided experience from Agadir

Agadir or Taghazout: Quad Bike on the Beach and Mountains.

Days 38–45: Anti-Atlas Moto Loop + Essaouira Option

• Anti-Atlas loop (2–3 days by bike/car): Agadir → Tiznit (silver souk) → Ait Mansour Gorges → Tafraoute (painted rocks) → back via the almond valleys. Expect 450–650 km total; tight, quiet roads with epic granite formations.
• Souss‑Massa National Park: Spot ibis and dunes at the mouth of the Oued Massa; coastal riding near Sidi R’bat is sublime.
• Essaouira (overnight): 3 h up the coast; ramparts, Gnaoua rhythms, and cedar workshops. Fresh sardines by the port stalls and sunset at Skala de la Ville.

Days 46–52: Optional Dakhla Fly‑In (5–7 days)

• Fly Agadir → Dakhla (~2 h, some routes via Casablanca). Check Trip.com or Kiwi.com.
• Kitesurf the butter-flat lagoon, take a catamaran to Dragon Island, and 4x4 to the White Dune and Imlili springs. Sea-meets-desert scenery is unforgettable.

Recommended activities (Dakhla):

Dakhla Full-day Tour to White Dune, Imlili and Nomadic Culture

Half Day Catamaran Cruise to Dragon Island from Dakhla Lagoon

Return to Marrakech (morning departure): From Agadir, buses take ~3–4 h; driving the A7 is ~3 h. Flights are 45–60 min—compare on Trip.com or Kiwi.com.

Days 53–60: Marrakech Finale — Hammam, Shopping, and Epic Passes

• Reserve a traditional hammam and massage day; finish with orange-blossom pastries and mint tea.
• Final moto rides: Tizi n’Test to Tin Mal Mosque area (note: mosque is currently under restoration; admire exterior and valley), or a repeat of your favorite Atlas loop for those last mountain vistas.
• Shop for handira blankets, thuya wood boxes, brass lanterns, and saffron in Souk Semmarine and Souk Ableuh; ship bulky finds home.

Pro tip for riders: Police speed checks are common near towns; keep documents handy. Summer heat in the south can exceed 40°C—mesh gear, hydration packs, and dawn starts are your friends.

Getting Around & Budget Notes

Between cities: Trains link Marrakech–Casablanca–Rabat–Fes efficiently; buses reach Chefchaouen, Agadir, and Essaouira. Domestic flights can save a day on longer hauls (Casablanca–Agadir, Casablanca–Dakhla, Marrakech–Fes). Compare fares on Trip.com and Kiwi.com.

Motorcycle rentals: Mid-size ADV bikes typically run ~$70–100/day; inquire about soft panniers, tire repair kits, and insurance. Avoid riding after dark; wind and sand gusts can be intense south of Guelmim and around Dakhla.

Food costs: Street eats $2–5; sit-down lunches $6–12; dinner at acclaimed spots $15–35+. Tipping 10% is appreciated.

Summary: Sixty days in Morocco lets you savor the medinas, ride storied passes, sleep in Sahara camps, and idle away Atlantic sunsets. With Marrakech’s energy, Casablanca’s culture, and Agadir’s coastline—plus optional Dakhla—you’ll experience the breadth of the country at an unhurried, unforgettable pace.