Agadir to Chefchaouen: Morocco road trip with 11 stops
A driving route in Morocco with a length of more than 2958.9 km, starting from Agadir along the Atlantic coast through coastal cities and directed towards the Sahara Desert and the Atlas Mountains. The route covers the key cities of the country with stops in the medina and souks.
- Distance
- 2958.9 km
- Duration
- 23 days
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Agadir
- End
- Agadir, Souss-Massa
- Stops
- 20
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Agadir — Coastal city and main gateway to Morocco, located on the Atlantic coast approximately 20 km from the international airport.
- Essaouira
- Essaouira Fish Market — Active fish market in the medina of Essaouira where daily Atlantic Ocean catches are sold and can be prepared fresh on request.
- Safi — Safi located on the Atlantic coast, is approximately 250 km south of Casablanca. Safi is renowned as a major center of Moroccan ceramics, a major fishing port, and a historic…
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- Casablanca ⵜⴰⴷⴷⴰⵔⵜ ⵜⵓⵎⵍⵉⵍⵜ الدار البيضاء, Maroc ⵍⵎⵖⵔⵉⴱ المغرب
- El Jadida — El Jadida is a port city on the Atlantic coast of Morocco and the capital of the province of the same name. The old Portuguese fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Casablanca — Morocco's largest city and economic center, famous from the classic song and film, located on the Atlantic coast south of Essaouira.
- Tangier — Tangier is a major port city in Morocco, located on the shores of the Strait of Gibraltar. Since Phoenician times, this port has been known as the gateway between Africa and…
- Chefchaouen — Chefchaouen, founded in 1471, is famous for its houses and streets painted in shades of blue and light blue. It is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world.
- Rabat — Capital city of Morocco, mentioned as a destination during the road trip journey through the country.
- Medina (Old City)
- Marrakech — Ancient imperial city known for its vibrant medina, traditional souks, and as a cultural hub with distinctive red-walled architecture and Moroccan cuisine.
- Tarmigt, Drâa-Tafilalet
- Tinghir, Drâa-Tafilalet
- Et-taous ⵟⴰⵡⵙ الطاوس, Drâa-Tafilalet
- Ghassate, Drâa-Tafilalet
- Oulad Khallouf, Marrakech-Safi
- Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi
- Agadir, Souss-Massa
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Rent a car from the airport; use Moroccan ride-sharing apps like Morocco in Drive to negotiate prices (around 100 dirhams to Agadir, 20 km from airport). Avoid taxis that demand 1,500 rubles upfront.
- Transport
- Alternative: Aerobús bus from airport costs around 500 rubles per person and can be paid inside the bus or at airport booth.
- Save money
- Standard car rental price is 20-25 euros per day. Reject offers above this. Inspect all vehicle damage on camera with the rental company before departing.
- Avoid
- City driving in Morocco is chaotic—vehicles cut in from all sides, mopeds pass centimeters away. Install a dashcam to prove fault in accidents. Rear vehicle is typically liable under local rules.
- Transport
- Toll roads charged around 800 rubles (80 dirhams/8 euros) for ~200 km at 120 km/h speed limit on highways.
- Food
- Buy local flatbreads (lepshentsy) from street vendors: 1 dirham (~10 rubles) per piece. Sweet, soft pastries sold on every corner.
- Food
- Visit fish markets in port cities like Essaouira at evening for fresh-caught fish. Vendors cook your chosen fish on-site immediately.
- Food
- Try Moroccan dishes: tagine (chicken with lemon and olives baked in clay pot), pastilla (phyllo pie with chicken and sugar), couscous with vegetables, and Moroccan salads.
- Where to stay
- When renting accommodations with kitchens in Morocco, expect dirty utensils and handles. Bring your own sponge, cloth, and knife for cooking; local cleaning standards differ significantly.
- Avoid
- Medina (old city) areas are interesting during daytime with bazaars and street food, but avoid walking at night in these districts.
- Timing
- Plan 10-day itinerary: Agadir → Essaouira (176 km) → Casablanca → Rabat → Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Sahara Desert. Inter-city driving is smooth; city driving is hectic.
- Tip
- Diesel fuel widely available at stations. Local names for fuel types: 'gazoline' (petrol), 'gazole' (diesel), 'super' (premium petrol). Confirm fuel type before filling.
Video on this route
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