Morocco

Ditch the group tour price tag and explore Morocco's greatest hits on your own terms. This 12-day self-launched itinerary follows the same iconic route as Intrepid's Essential Morocco tour — from the French-infused streets of Casablanca and the blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen, through the medieval labyrinth of Fes, out to the Saharan dunes of Merzouga, and back via the High Atlas to the sensory explosion of Marrakech. Swap private transfers for local CTM buses and shared grands taxis, replace group guesthouses with highly-rated riads and budget hotels, and book activities directly or via GetYourGuide for a fraction of the cost. All estimated costs are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£625

Experience the very best of Morocco independently — from the imperial cities of Casablanca, Meknes and Fes, through the dramatic Sahara Desert, along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs, into the sensory overload of Marrakech, and out to the surf-soaked Atlantic coast at Taghazout and Essaouira. This self-launched route mirrors Intrepid Travel's popular Epic Morocco (XMYCC) tour, swapping group tour markups for local trains, shared transfers, self-bookable activities and budget riads — at a fraction of the price. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£767

Experience the best of Morocco independently — from the chaotic magic of Marrakech's Djemaa el-Fna, through the dramatic canyon walls of Todra Gorge, out to the vast golden dunes of the Sahara, and up into the crisp air of the Atlas Mountains. This self-launched route mirrors Intrepid Travel's popular 8-day Basix itinerary, swapping the group tour surcharge for local buses, shared taxis (grands taxis), self-booked riads and guesthouses, and independently arranged camel treks and hikes. All the bucket-list moments — camel ride at sunset, sleeping under Sahara stars, mint tea in Ait Benhaddou, hiking to Imlil — at a fraction of the cost. Costs are approximate estimates per person based on budget/backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£350

Skip the group tour markup and do Morocco your way — same iconic stops, same surf and souks, a fraction of the cost. This self-launched route takes you from the rooftop bars of Marrakech to the Atlantic waves of Taghazout and the whitewashed medina of Essaouira. Public buses and shared taxis connect everything, surf camps are easy to book direct, and street food keeps your budget happy. Intrepid's version runs from €256–€320 per person; this self-launched equivalent comes in well under £150. All costs are approximate estimates.

Travel Crew

~£215

Experience the very best of Morocco independently — from the electric chaos of Marrakech's Djemaa el-Fna to camel rides at sunset in the Sahara, Atlas Mountain hikes, and surf lessons in laidback Taghazout. This self-launched route mirrors Intrepid's popular Real Morocco tour, swapping group-tour markups for local buses, shared taxis (grands taxis), independent guesthouses, and self-bookable activities. All the magic, a fraction of the price. Costs are approximate estimates based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£515