Morocco Tour from Japan: Visa, Flights & Travel Tips

Japanese passport holders have commonly been able to enter Morocco for tourism without a visa, usually for up to 90 days. Rules can change, so please confirm with the Embassy of Morocco in Tokyo before you buy flights.

Your passport should be valid for at least six months after your arrival.

There are no direct flights from Japan to Morocco. Common connections are through Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Paris or Madrid. The total journey from Tokyo or Osaka usually takes 18 to 26 hours.

Marrakech (RAK) is a good start for our compact tour, and Fez (FEZ) or Casablanca (CMN) is convenient for departure. From Fez there is a direct train to Casablanca of about four hours.

Morocco uses the dirham (MAD), a closed currency that cannot be bought in Japan. Bring euros or US dollars in cash, or use ATMs in the cities. Cards are accepted in most hotels, but markets and small shops usually prefer cash.

Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best seasons. Golden Week (late April to early May) is an excellent time for Morocco, with pleasant weather in the desert. Book early, as many travellers choose this period.

The Obon holiday in August is very hot in the Sahara, so we plan early starts. During the New Year holidays, the desert nights are cold, and there can be snow on the Tizi n'Tichka pass.

Morocco is generally a safe country. In busy medinas, keep your bag closed and watch your phone. Licensed guides make city visits easier and calmer. Toilet stops are planned at clean cafés and restaurants on the road.

Drink bottled water and take travel insurance, which is required for all our tours.