Highlights of Morocco

Arrive Casablanca airport

On arrival at the Casablanca Airport, you will be met by Tour Executive who will assist you with the transfer to the hotel in Fes. The remaining day is free to relax or explore the town.

Full day sightseeing tour of Fes

After breakfast, begin your guided visit to the cultural capital of Morocco. Discover the medina’s Jewish quarter, the medersas (schools), and the legendary tanneries, where ancient techniques are still used to prepare Moroccan leather. Stop by the world’s oldest and longest-operating learning institution, the University of Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859 AD. The medina visit will continue with a tasting tour, during which you’ll visit three different food souks. Try Moroccan street food, including dried meats, milawi, harsha, briwats, spicy sardines, spicy potato cakes, soups, olives and more. Investigate traditional cooking methods by visiting a furnace where the water for the hammam (communal bath house) is also heated, and a 400-year-old furan (communal oven and bakery).

Half day sightseeing tour of Fes

Mid-morning explore the historical medina of Fes. The city is known for its artisans, many of whom have been practicing their crafts for years having learned them from previous generations. Meet with local artisans for a DIY workshop. Lunch will be in the medina, and after the workshop.

Travel to Sahara desert

Embark on an early morning scenic drive that will lead you to the golden dunes of the Sahara, with several panoramic vistas as well as a lunch break en route.

Arrive Sahara desert, ride camels and enjoy the camp with Moroccan dinner

Upon arrival, ride camels that will take you on a beautiful path through the tall sand dunes. Mint tea will be served as you settle in, after which you’ll have some time to enjoy the camp and take in the peaceful quiet of the Sahara. Enjoy a warm Moroccan dinner under the stars, followed by a campfire and live tribal music.

Travel to Dades

After a hearty breakfast head towards the Todgha Gorges, otherwise known as Morocco’s ‘Grand Canyon’. After lunch near the gorges and opportunities to take a photo.

Arrives Dades and rest of the day at leisure

Arrive and rest of the afternoon at leisure with dinner and overnight at the Dades.

Travel to Marrakech with a stop at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

Depart for Marrakech with a stop at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site located in the foothills on the southern slopes of the High Atlas Mountains, where parts of Game of Thrones were filmed. If you are feeling adventurous, take an ATV Ride around the Kasbah! After lunch, continue towards Marrakech on a scenic drive venturing through the peaks of the High Atlas Mountains and back down on the other side into the dry flat plains of Marrakech.

Arrive Marrakech

Arrive in the early evening to your riad and enjoy dinner.

Full day sightseeing tour of the historical Marrakech

After breakfast, head out for a full day city tour of the Historical Marrakech. Visit the Koutoubia Mosque (the iconic sight of Marrakech), the Bahia Palace (a stunning example of traditional Moroccan architecture), and the Saadian tombs (an ornate resting place). Afterwards, head to the medina for lunch, followed by afternoon visits of the medina and the souks. Delve into the myriad pathways of the Souk, which refers to the markets. You’ll see the different sections, including the stalls where fresh produce, baked goods, spices, and herbs are sold. In the evening, visit the famous Djemaa el Fna square, which becomes especially lively at night. Browse the stalls where juice vendors sell fruit juice of every flavour imaginable and wander amongst the food stalls serving steaming tagines, roasted meats, and more. Dinner tonight is at your leisure to choose from the many stalls in the square.

Full day sightseeing tour of the modern Marrakech with cooking class

Today we enjoy a full day city tour of Modern Marrakech with a cooking class. Visit stunning Majorelle Gardens. Next door, the Yves Saint-Laurent Museum honors the fashion icon’s love of Marrakech and builds upon the collections housed at the Majorelle Gardens. Take in the beauty of the gardens and museums before enjoying lunch at Le Kilim, a local restaurant that serves tasty international and Moroccan fare. In the afternoon, roll up your sleeves for an immersive and fun cooking experience! Accompanied by a local “dada”, or expert cook, dig into all of the key components of a Moroccan meal, starting with how to prepare the famous Moroccan mint tea and bake Moroccan bread. From there, the hands-on portion of the course begins as you prepare the main course of a chicken and preserved lemon tagine, along with a tomato and cucumber salad and an eggplant salad. The class ends with a dinner where you eat your very own masterpiece!

Travel to Atlas Mountains

Depart to the nearby town of Imlil for a hike in the Berber villages of the High Atlas Mountains. Learn about local history, culture, and wildlife from the mountain guide, who will lead you on a three-hour route. Take a break by settling down on the terrace of a local family home to have tea with inhabitants of the region, with a translator facilitating the conversation. Have lunch in a local Berber restaurant, and after completing the hike, head to your hotel.

Arrive and check in to your hotel

Check into your hotel.

Day free

Take this entire day at leisure to enjoy your property and its many amenities. Lounge by the pool, read a book on the terrace, or simply take in the majestic views of the surrounding mountains. Have dinner at your property tonight.

Travel to Casablanca Airport

After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to Casablanca Airport where you board your onward flight.