Spain and Morocco Trip

10-Day Spain and Morocco Trip from Madrid to Fes

Discover the cultural connections between Spain and Morocco on a private 10-day journey from Madrid to Fes. The route combines Madrid’s historic neighborhoods and museums, the Andalusian heritage of Seville and Córdoba, a ferry crossing to Tangier, the blue-painted medina of Chefchaouen, the archaeological site of Volubilis, Meknes, and the historic medina of Fes.

The itinerary uses a combination of private transfers, high-speed rail, ferry transportation, and local guided visits. Accommodation, ticket class, guided experiences, meals, and transportation arrangements can be adapted to your travel dates, preferred comfort level, and departure plans.

Before booking, you will receive a clear proposal identifying the hotels, rail and ferry arrangements, city guides, included entrance tickets, transfers, meals, and services provided in each country.

Trip at a Glance

• Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
• Start: Madrid, Spain
• Finish: Fes, Morocco
• Trip type: Private and customizable
• Spain route: Madrid, Seville, and Córdoba
• Morocco route: Tangier, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes
• Transportation: Private transfers, high-speed train, ferry, and private vehicle in Morocco
• Accommodation: Selected hotels and traditional Moroccan riads
• Travel pace: Active, with several transfer and sightseeing days
• Best suited to: Couples, families, friends, and private groups interested in Iberian and Moroccan culture

Trip Highlights

• Explore Madrid’s historic center and principal cultural landmarks.
• Travel from Madrid to Seville by high-speed train.
• Discover Seville’s UNESCO-listed Cathedral, Alcázar, Giralda, and Archivo de Indias.
• Visit an Andalusian olive estate or enjoy another selected countryside experience.
• Take a day trip to Córdoba and explore the Mosque-Cathedral and historic Jewish quarter.
• Cross from southern Spain to Tangier by ferry.
• Discover Tangier’s medina, kasbah, and coastal viewpoints with a local guide.
• Walk through the blue-painted medina of Chefchaouen.
• Visit Volubilis and Meknes on the route to Fes.
• Explore the medina, artisan quarters, and cultural landmarks of Fes with a licensed local guide.

10-Day Spain and Morocco Trip – Brief Itinerary

10-Day Spain and Morocco Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Madrid – Tapas and Historic Neighborhoods

Welcome to Spain. Upon arrival at Madrid Airport, meet your arranged transfer and travel to your hotel.

The first part of the day is kept flexible according to your flight arrival time. After settling in, begin your introduction to Madrid with a walk through selected historic neighborhoods and central squares.

Later, enjoy a guided tapas experience featuring traditional Spanish specialties at carefully selected local establishments. Along the way, discover the atmosphere of Madrid’s streets, markets, and neighborhoods while learning more about the city’s food culture.

Return to your hotel after the experience or continue exploring independently.

Overnight: Madrid

Day 2: Private Guided Trip of Madrid

After breakfast, meet your private local guide for a full introduction to the Spanish capital.

Explore the historic center and selected landmarks such as Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace area, and Madrid’s traditional neighborhoods.

Depending on your interests and selected entrance tickets, the day may also include the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, or another cultural attraction.

Your guide can adapt the visit around your interests in art, architecture, history, food, or local life.

Enjoy the evening independently, with time for dinner, shopping, or another walk through central Madrid.

Overnight: Madrid

Day 3: Madrid – High-Speed Train to Seville

After breakfast, transfer to Madrid’s railway station and board your confirmed high-speed train to Seville.

Upon arrival at Sevilla Santa Justa station, meet your local transfer and continue to your hotel.

After checking in, begin exploring Seville at a comfortable pace. Walk through the historic center and the narrow streets of the Santa Cruz district before enjoying the atmosphere of the Andalusian capital.

Depending on your train schedule, selected sightseeing can be included during the afternoon, or the main guided visit can be reserved for the following day.

Enjoy dinner independently and relax at your hotel.

Overnight: Seville

Day 4: Private Seville Trip – Alcázar – Cathedral – Flamenco

After breakfast, meet your private local guide for a detailed exploration of Seville.

Your visit may include the Royal Alcázar, Seville Cathedral, the Giralda area, Santa Cruz, historic squares, and other selected monuments in the city center.

Allow enough time to appreciate the architecture and history rather than trying to cover too many attractions in one day.

Later, enjoy free time for lunch and independent exploration.

In the evening, attend a carefully selected flamenco performance. Dinner can be arranged before or after the show according to your confirmed program.

Overnight: Seville

Day 5: Córdoba Day Trip from Seville

After breakfast, depart Seville for a full-day excursion to Córdoba.

Explore the historic center with a local guide and visit the Mosque-Cathedral when included in your confirmed package. Continue through the old Jewish Quarter, narrow streets, courtyards, and traditional neighborhoods of the city.

Enjoy time for lunch before continuing your visit or relaxing in the historic center.

Return to Seville in the late afternoon.

Alternatively, travelers particularly interested in Spanish gastronomy can replace or complement this excursion with an olive-oil estate experience, subject to the final itinerary and available time.

Enjoy your final evening in Seville at leisure.

Overnight: Seville

Day 6: Seville – Strait of Gibraltar – Ferry to Tangier

After breakfast, leave Seville by private transfer toward the Spanish coast.

Your exact departure port will be confirmed according to ferry schedules and operating conditions for your travel date. Depending on the confirmed service, the crossing may operate through Tarifa or Algeciras, with arrival at the corresponding port in the Tangier region.

Allow sufficient time for port check-in, passport control, ferry boarding, and border formalities.

After crossing the Strait of Gibraltar, meet your Moroccan driver at the confirmed arrival port.

Transfer to your hotel in Tangier and enjoy time to settle in.

If the ferry arrives early enough, begin exploring Tangier with a walk through the medina and kasbah or enjoy panoramic views along the coast.

Because ferry schedules and sea conditions can change, this day should remain flexible rather than including too many fixed sightseeing appointments.

Overnight: Tangier

Day 7: Tangier – Private City Trip – Chefchaouen

After breakfast, explore Tangier with a private local guide.

Discover selected areas of the medina and kasbah, Grand Socco, traditional neighborhoods, and viewpoints reflecting the city’s position between the Mediterranean and Atlantic.

Depending on timing and your interests, the visit may continue toward Cap Spartel and the surrounding coastline.

After lunch, leave Tangier and travel through northern Morocco toward Chefchaouen.

Arrive in the afternoon and check into your riad.

Spend the remainder of the day exploring the blue-painted medina, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, artisan shops, small squares, and residential streets.

Overnight: Chefchaouen

Day 8: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

Enjoy breakfast and some final time in Chefchaouen before beginning the journey south.

Travel toward Volubilis, where a guided visit can be arranged to explore the archaeological site and its surviving streets, arches, columns, houses, and mosaics.

Continue toward Meknes, one of Morocco’s historic imperial cities.

Depending on timing, enjoy lunch and visit selected areas around the old city before continuing to Fes.

Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon and check into your traditional riad or selected hotel.

The evening is free to relax.

Overnight: Fes

Day 9: Private Guided Trip of Fes

After breakfast, meet your licensed local guide for a full exploration of Fes.

Enter Fes el-Bali and discover its historic streets, traditional markets, artisan workshops, fountains, religious schools, and residential neighborhoods.

Your visit may include Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Square, traditional craft quarters, the tanneries, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the medina.

Along the way, learn about traditional Moroccan craftsmanship, including ceramics, leatherwork, metalwork, wood carving, and textiles.

Take regular breaks for lunch, refreshments, and photography before returning to your riad.

Enjoy your final evening in Morocco at leisure.

Overnight: Fes

Day 10: Fes Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your riad or hotel before your private transfer to Fes-Saïss Airport.

The departure time will be arranged according to your confirmed flight schedule.

If your international flight departs from Casablanca instead of Fes, an additional transfer or itinerary adjustment should be arranged before booking rather than adding a long transfer on departure day.

Your 10-Day Spain and Morocco Trip concludes after combining Madrid, Seville, Córdoba, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes.

Departure: Fes

What Is Included

• Nine nights of accommodation in the confirmed category
• Daily breakfast
• Private airport and station transfers stated in the itinerary
• Confirmed high-speed rail ticket from Madrid to Seville
• Private transportation for the specified Spanish road services
• Confirmed passenger ferry ticket between Spain and Morocco
• Private air-conditioned transportation in Morocco
• Professional drivers for the applicable regional services
• Licensed local guided visits stated in the final proposal
• Dinners and experiences specifically identified as included
• Applicable hotel taxes

What Is Not Included

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Passport, visa, or entry-related costs
• Lunches unless specifically stated
• Dinners not stated as included
• Monument and museum entrance tickets unless listed
• Optional activities and upgraded ticket categories
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Tips for drivers, guides, and hotel staff

Trip Price

The final price depends on travel dates, group size, room arrangements, accommodation category, train class, ferry route, private transfers, local guides, entrance tickets, selected activities, and meal arrangements.

Before booking, travelers will receive a written proposal explaining the complete route, hotels, transportation segments, ticket categories, guides, included services, exclusions, payment schedule, and cancellation conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 10-Day Spain and Morocco Trip private?

Yes. Private transfers, accommodation, guides, and the Morocco road journey can be arranged exclusively for you and your travel companions.

How do we travel from Madrid to Seville?

The recommended itinerary uses a confirmed high-speed train. The final proposal will state the service, ticket class, seat arrangements, luggage conditions, and station transfers.

How do we travel from Spain to Morocco?

The journey includes a private transfer to the confirmed Spanish ferry port, a passenger ferry to Tangier, and an arrival transfer in Morocco.

Are train and ferry tickets included?

They can be included in the package. Your written proposal will identify the exact rail and ferry tickets, ticket categories, luggage conditions, and transfers.

Do I need a passport or visa?

Travelers must carry a valid passport and confirm the current entry requirements for both Spain and Morocco according to their nationality.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Hotels, guides, ticket classes, activities, city stays, and the start or finish points can be adjusted according to availability and your travel plans.