Morocco
Morocco: A Land of Color and Mystery
Imperial cities, the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, a night under Sahara stars, and Marrakech in full color. A journey for all the senses.
Overview
Welcome to Morocco, a land of colors, scents, culture, and mystery, where ancient tradition meets a very modern world and warm hospitality is part of every encounter. Between the Atlas Mountains, the desert, and the vibrant souks, we travel together through the famous imperial cities: Rabat, blue-washed Chefchaouen, Meknes, and ancient Fes, then cross the Atlas for a night among the Sahara dunes before reaching Marrakech, a city that is one long celebration for the senses. We finish in Casablanca, big, elegant, and unmistakably Moroccan. A journey of experiences, colors, culture, and moments you will never forget.
Highlights
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, one of the largest in the world, and coffee at the legendary Rick's Cafe
Wandering the blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen, high in the Rif Mountains
Fes: the historic Jewish quarter, the artisan quarters, and the famous tanneries of the ancient medina
A night in a luxury desert camp and a sunrise camel ride on the dunes of Merzouga
A jeep journey into the Sahara with Gnawa music and a traditional madfouna lunch in a local home
Todra Gorge and Ait Ben Haddou, the UNESCO mud-brick kasbah of the south
Marrakech in full color: Jemaa el-Fna square, the Bahia Palace, the Majorelle Garden, and the YSL Museum
A women's argan oil cooperative, seaside Essaouira, a private cooking class, and a women-only hammam and spa
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Casablanca
A warm welcome at the airport, a first look at the Hassan II Mosque and Rick's Cafe, and a festive welcome dinner by the sea.
Day 2-3
Rabat & the blue pearl
The kasbah and royal mausoleum of the capital Rabat, then on to Chefchaouen for a charming riad stay and a full day among the blue lanes.
Day 4-5
The imperial cities
Through Ouazzane and the tomb of Rabbi Amram Ben Diwan to Meknes, then a full day in Fes: the Mellah, the artisan quarters, and the tanneries.
Day 6
Across the Atlas to the dunes
Through Ifrane and the cedar forests to a luxurious camp in the dunes of Merzouga, and a magical evening under the stars.
Day 7
A day in the Sahara
Sunrise camels on the dunes, the ancient kasbah of Rissani, jeeps into the desert with Gnawa music and a madfouna lunch, then Todra Gorge on the way to Ouarzazate.
Day 8-9
The road to Marrakech
The kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and the Tizi n'Tichka pass, then a full day in the red city: the Mellah, the Bahia Palace, the souks, the Majorelle Garden, and a carriage ride.
Day 10-12
Marrakech & beyond
A day in seaside Essaouira with an argan oil cooperative, the Berber villages of the Ourika Valley, and a private cooking class with a folklore evening.
Day 13-14
A gentle farewell
A women-only hammam and spa morning in Marrakech, a farewell dinner back in Casablanca, and the journey home.
Frequently asked
Morocco's coastal cities are mild and pleasant, while the desert brings warm days and cool nights. We recommend light layers plus something warm for the evening in the dunes, and we share a full packing list.
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