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Spain and Morocco in 2 Weeks: A Practical Itinerary
Published November 13, 2026 by Morocco Amazing Tours
The short answer: Two weeks is enough for a balanced Spain and Morocco trip: about five days in Andalusia (Seville, Córdoba, Granada), the ferry from Tarifa to Tangier, then eight or nine days in Morocco through Chefchaouen, Fes and the Sahara to Marrakech, flying home from Marrakech.
Sample itinerary
| Days | Where |
|---|---|
| 1–2 | Seville |
| 3 | Córdoba |
| 4–5 | Granada and the Alhambra |
| 6 | Tarifa, ferry to Tangier, drive to Chefchaouen |
| 7 | Chefchaouen |
| 8–9 | Volubilis and Fes |
| 10–11 | Middle Atlas to Merzouga, night in the Sahara |
| 12 | Todra Gorge and Dades Valley |
| 13 | Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas to Marrakech |
| 14 | Marrakech, fly home |
Why this order works
Going from north to south follows the geography: the ferry lands you in the north, and Marrakech has many international flights home. You avoid crossing Morocco twice.
The ferry crossing
The Tarifa – Tangier Ville fast ferry takes about one hour and lands in the city. Read our Tarifa to Tangier ferry guide.
Getting around in Morocco
Trains connect Tangier, Rabat and Fes, but there is no train to Chefchaouen or the Sahara. A private driver from Tangier makes the Morocco part much easier and lets you stop at Volubilis, the cedar forest and the gorges on the way.
Best time
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal for both countries. Summer is very hot in Seville and in the Sahara.
Doing it the other way round
You can also fly into Marrakech, travel north through the Sahara, Fes and Chefchaouen, and take the ferry from Tangier to Spain at the end. This works well if flights to Marrakech are cheaper from your home airport.
Tips
- Keep one buffer day around the ferry in case of wind.
- Change some euros into dirhams on arrival; dirhams cannot easily be bought outside Morocco.
- Pack for two climates in spring and autumn: Andalusian evenings and desert nights are both cool.
Frequently asked questions
Can I fly into Spain and out of Morocco?
Yes, open-jaw tickets are common. Marrakech has many direct flights to Europe.
Is 2 weeks enough?
Yes for the highlights. With three weeks, add Essaouira and more time in Fes.
Plan the Morocco part with us: our 13-day tour from Tangier can be shortened to fit. Read Morocco tours from Spain or ask for a free quote.
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See it with a private driver
Planning a trip around this? These private, driver-guided itineraries cover it — every route can be adjusted to your dates.
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