From the web: Chefchaouen, or Chaouen, is a city in the Rif Mountains of northwest Morocco. It’s known for the striking, blue-washed buildings of its old town. Leather and weaving workshops line its steep cobbled lanes. In the shady main square of Place Outa el Hammam is the red-walled Kasbah, a 15th-century fortress and dungeon, and Chefchouen Ethnographic Museum. The octagonal minaret of the Great Mosque rises nearby.

From the web: Tafraout, also Tafraoute is a town in Tiznit Province, Souss-Massa region, Morocco. Situated in the central part of the Anti-Atlas mountains, a mountain range in Morocco which is part of the Atlas Mountains in the northwest of Africa, the town has a population of 6,124 at the 2024 census. Wikipedia.

 ‘The Lion’s Head’, the oasis of Tafraoute is a great place for hiking and camping

From the web: Zagora is a town located in the Draa River valley in the Moroccan region of Drâa-Tafilalet.

On the base of the Zagora Mountain the remains of an Almoravid fortress can still be seen. The exact location of the former Almoravid mosque is still a matter of dispute. Wikipedia.

From the web: Boat rides are offered at this popular site with waterfalls surrounded by olive trees & monkeys.

From the web: Errachidia, formerly known as Ksar es-Souk, is a city in Morocco, located in the Errachidia Province, and is the capital of the Drâa-Tafilalet region. Wikipedia.

From the web: Contemporary venue with high-end retailers, modern dining options & an indoor play space for kids.

Rooftop near medina

Rooftop medina

Close to bahia palace

From the web: Agadir, a city along Morocco’s southern Atlantic coast, in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, is the capital of Agadir-Ida Ou Tanane province. A resort destination, it's known for its golf courses, wide crescent beach and seaside promenade lined with cafes, restaurants and bars. Agadir's hilltop kasbah was destroyed in a 1960 earthquake, but its original old wall remains standing.

From the web: Agadir, a city along Morocco’s southern Atlantic coast, in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, is the capital of Agadir-Ida Ou Tanane province. A resort destination, it's known for its golf courses, wide crescent beach and seaside promenade lined with cafes, restaurants and bars. Agadir's hilltop kasbah was destroyed in a 1960 earthquake, but its original old wall remains standing.

From the web: Expansive coastal land with traditional Berber villages & rare birds including the bald hermit ibis.

From the web: Bustling, expansive market featuring goods ranging from spices to housewares, plus homestyle eats.

From the web: River-fed swimming destination nestled between rocky cliffs, with natural pools & small waterfalls.

From the web: Taghazout is a fishing village on Morocco's Atlantic coast, north of the city of Agadir. It’s known for its surf beaches. Killer Point is a powerful point break. To the south, La Source is named for the fresh water that bubbles up from the rocks. Anchor Point has barrel waves. Cafes and surf shops line the main street. Inland, Paradise Valley, on the Tamraght River, is a palm-lined gorge with pools and waterfalls.

Supermarket

From the web: Taroudant is a city in the Sous in southwestern Morocco. It is situated east of Agadir on the road to Ouarzazate and south of Marrakesh. Today, it is a small market town and a tourist destination. Wikipedia.

From the web: Taliouine is a town in Taroudant Province, Souss-Massa, Morocco. According to the 2004 census it has a population of 5,844.

Taliouine is famous for its production of saffron and is one of the main exporters of this spice worldwide. Wikipedia.

From the web: Aït Benhaddou is a historic ighrem or ksar along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh in Morocco. It is considered a great example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. Wikipedia.

From the web: Ouarzazate is a city south of Morocco’s High Atlas mountains, known as a gateway to the Sahara Desert. Its huge Taourirt Kasbah, home to a 19th-century palace, has views over the rugged local landscape, which features in several movies. Northwest is the fortified red-earth city of Aït Ben Haddou. Northeast is the rocky Todra Gorge. A road winds southeast through the Draa Valley’s lush palm groves to the desert.

From the web: A field gun that helped secure Thami El Glaoui's rule is displayed at this historic kasbah.

From the web: Striking hilltop fortress dating from the 17th & 18th centuries, now a stylish restaurant.

From the web: Camel rides, ATVs & sunrise/sunset views in a scenic expanse of colorful desert sand dunes.

Flamingo Watch

From the web: Merzouga is a small Moroccan town in the Sahara Desert, near the Algerian border. It’s known as a gateway to Erg Chebbi, a huge expanse of sand dunes north of town. West of Merzouga, Dayet Srji is a seasonal salt lake that’s often dry in summer. When full, it attracts a wide range of migratory and desert birds, including desert warblers, Egyptian nightjars and, occasionally, flamingos.

From the web: Rugged gorges noted for steep, colorful walls, with a narrow road for picturesque drives.

From the web: Winding road amid mountains, canyons & a scenic valley featuring blooming roses & other plant life.

From the web: This 4,071-m. rugged peak in the Atlas Mountains features colorful cliffs & trekking.

From the web: Tinghir is a city in the region of Drâa-Tafilalet, south of the High Atlas and north of the Little Atlas in central Morocco. It is the capital of Tinghir Province. Wikipedia.

From the web: Traditional life showcased in a 1600s walled city, with bread ovens, an oil press & roaming goats.

Hot air Baloon , book thru getyourguide , ~£100

From the web: This paved road through the Grand Atlas Mountains connects Ouarzazat to Marrakesh.

From the web: Marrakesh, a former imperial city in western Morocco, is a major economic center and home to mosques, palaces and gardens. The medina is a densely packed, walled medieval city dating to the Berber Empire, with mazelike alleys where thriving souks (marketplaces) sell traditional textiles, pottery and jewelry. A symbol of the city, and visible for miles, is the Moorish minaret of 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque.

From the web: A busy gathering spot, this landmark square features market & food stalls & a variety of performers.

From the web: 12th-century domed building famous for being the last remaining example of Almoravid architecture.

From the web: Remains of a 16th-century palace whose garden walls & ornamental orange orchard still stand.

From the web: Vast, intricately designed palace with 160 rooms, courtyards & 8 acres of gardens.

From the web: Garden by artist Jacques Majorelle, with exotic plants, water features & a museum of Berber culture.

From the web: Cubed, brickwork museum paying homage to Yves Saint Laurent with a café, bookshop & auditorium.

From the web: Hammam bath houses and covered spice and textile souks line the maze of cobblestoned lanes in the Medina, which occupies Marrakesh’s original fortified citadel. At night, Jemaa el-Fna square teems with snake charmers, folk dancers, and street food vendors serving all manner of food. Bahia Palace and Le Jardin Secret are 19th-century complexes open to the public, with ornate courtyards, mosaics, and gardens.

From the web: Arid & rocky hills with mountain views, popular for camel safaris, 4WD trips & overnight camps.

From the web: The highest peak in the Atlas Mountains, a climbing fixture with panoramic views from the summit.

From the web: Imlil is a small village in the high Atlas Mountains of Morocco. It is 1,800 metres above sea level. A portrait of Imlil and the problems and prospects of Morocco's mountain populations appeared in 1984 in the book by James A. Miller called Imlil and published by Westview Press. Wikipedia.

Stay and trek at imlil good location

From the web: Aroumd is a small Amazigh village in the Ait Mizane Valley of the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Its population is around 1,900. Its altitude is 1900 m above sea level. Aroumd is 40 minutes' walk up the valley from Imlil, and is quieter and seen as more traditional. Wikipedia.

From the web: Rugged cliffs, rivers & gorges crisscrossed by trails in a protected area of the Atlas Mountains.

From the web: Ouirgane is a small town and rural commune in Al Haouz Province of the Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz region of Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 6916 people living in 1281 households. It is a Berber village. Wikipedia.