Transport

Private and local transport

Hygieneprotocol

An average size of our groups is 10 which means you have the security of the group, but can avoid large crowds. All our Local Insiders will be Health & Safety trained and ensure your safety and wellbeing is the number one priority. Our private vehicles will feature daily assigned seating and undergo daily deep cleaning of all surfaces. Where possible, we use small / boutique accommodation which means fewer guests and less contact with other travellers. We require all hotels to provide protocols around the extra health & hygiene measures taken. Most included activities will be exclusive to our group where possible to minimize contact with other travellers and locals.

Others

Arrival transfer Hassan II Mosque visit Chefchaouen walking tour Volubilis guided tour Storytelling with a local family Fez Medina walking tour Nejjarine Fondouk visit Bou Inania Madrasa visit Merzouga desert visit Gnawa village visit Wine tasting Astronomy experience Sunrise camel ride Todra Gorge visit Sunset cocktails Dades Gorges hike Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou visit Tea at a local tea house Cooking class

Accommodation

Five nights traditional riad accommodation One night luxury riad accommodation One night desert camp accommodation One night premium hotel accommodation Two nights boutique hotel accommodation Gray Boutique Hotel Casablanca This stylish gem of a hotel is perfectly positioned for city centre exploration. You’re just 10 minutes from the old Medina, and about the same from the Corniche with its parks, shops and sparkling Atlantic views. Inside, decor feels high-end and design-led, with a warm organic colour palette and elegant furnishings. Dar Echchaouen Maison d’Hôtes & Riad Experience life in an opulent Moroccan riad overlooking the resplendent blue houses of Chefchaouen. Wood-beamed ceilings, candlelit terraces and communal lounges with roaring fires create a warm, soothing ambience at this atmospheric retreat. The outdoor pool, with mountain views, is the perfect place to relax and cool off. Palais Houyam This traditional riad is an oasis of tranquility, tucked away from the bustling streets of Fez Medina. Zellige-tile floors, traditional four-poster beds, and handcrafted furnishings made by local artisans create an authentic vibe in every room. Take a trip to the spa and hammam (bath house) to unwind and recharge. Riad Madu Embrace the peace of this desert hideaway at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Highlights include an outdoor pool, lantern-lit courtyard, and living areas with tadelakt walls, handwoven rugs and plush sofas. The sunset views here are unforgettable – as is the homemade Moroccan food. Desert Camp Jaimas Madu Sip mint tea around a roaring fire, enjoy hearty Berber cooking and dine under the stars at this isolated desert retreat. You’re bound to sleep well in the cosy haima tents, all of which come with private bathrooms and ensuite showers. When you wake, emerge from your tent to freshly squeezed orange juice and Moroccan crepes. Riad Bahammou Terracotta walls blend in with the ochre landscape at the traditional Riad Bahammou, in the Dades Gorge valley of the High Atlas. Tuck into Moroccan fare at the restaurant before finishing your day with a nightcap in the onsite bar. The pool is the perfect place to cool off after a day of exploring and the rooms are traditionally decorated and comfortable enough for all to enjoy. This is a magical place and we’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay. 2Ciels Luxury Boutique Hôtel & Spa A rooftop bar and restaurant, an illuminated outdoor pool and a traditional hammam are a handful of the perks at this elegant hotel in the trendy Gueliz neighbourhood of Marrakech. All rooms have private balconies, Egyptian cotton bed sheets and complementary luxury toiletries.

Meals

10 breakfasts, four lunches, eight dinners

Guide

Local Insider

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Others

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Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

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Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive In Casablanca

Touch down in Casablanca, the coastal city where your Moroccan journey begins. You’ll be picked up and taken to your hotel, just a 10-minute walk from the Old Medina. Gather in the lobby for a welcome meeting at 6pm with your Local Insider, who will accompany the group throughout the trip. It’s then time to head into the city centre for dinner in an authentic riad (a traditional Moroccan house centered around an inner courtyard) – a perfect opportunity to break the ice and discuss the days ahead with your fellow travellers.

Accommodation:

Gray Boutique Hotel

Activities included:

Airport transfer

Welcome dinner
Day 2 Day 2: Stroll Through The Photogenic Streets Of Chefchaouen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Stroll Through The Photogenic Streets Of Chefchaouen

After breakfast, head straight to the Hassan II Mosque, the second-largest functioning mosque in Africa, which is dramatically situated on a rocky outcrop jutting into the Atlantic Ocean. Its 210m (690ft) high minaret, completed in 1993, is the second-tallest in the world. After exploring the complex, leave Casablanca behind and head north to the enchanting city of Chefchaouen, which lies beneath the craggy peaks of the Rif mountains. Take a walking tour through the atmospheric cobblestone alleyways and admire the beautifully preserved 15th-century buildings painted in shades of blue.

Accommodation:

Dar Echchaouen Maison d’Hôtes & Riad

Activities included:

Hassan II Mosque visit

Chefchaouen walking tour
Day 3 Day 3: Explore The Roman Ruins Of Volubilis And Eat With A Local Family
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Explore The Roman Ruins Of Volubilis And Eat With A Local Family

This morning, your journey continues south to the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, built around 300BCE on a fertile plain surrounded by wheat fields. Formerly the capital of the Berber kingdom of Mauretania, it gained Unesco World Heritage status in 1997 and is one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Morocco today, replete with marble columns, intricate mosaics and plinths bearing Latin inscriptions. After you’ve finished exploring, head to Fez, considered by many to be the cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco. Here, you’ll join a local family for a home-cooked dinner in the old medina district and enjoy a unique storytelling experience.

Accommodation:

Palais Houyam

Activities included:

Volubilis guided tour

Home-cooked meal and storytelling with a local family
Day 4 Day 4: Soak Up The Atmosphere Of Fez Medina
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Soak Up The Atmosphere Of Fez Medina

Embrace the eclectic mix of colours, sounds and aromas as you wander through Fez Medina – the sprawling, walled centre of the city. Its labyrinthine streets are lined with souks selling everything from street food and spices to handwoven textiles and homewares, while architectural highlights include the Bou Inania Madrasa with a green-tiled minaret, the ornate Bab Bou Jeloud gate and the Nejjarine Fondouk, which houses a woodwork museum. End the tour by tucking into lunch at a traditional restaurant in the Medina, before spending the rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation:

Palais Houyam

Activities included:

Fez Medina walking tour

Nejjarine Fondouk visit

Bou Inania Madrasa visit
Day 5 Day 5: Venture Deep Into The Sahara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Venture Deep Into The Sahara

Rise and shine – it’s time to leave the city bustle as you head into the pristine wilderness of the Sahara. After breakfast, you’ll journey to the far south of Morocco, eventually arriving in the tiny desert village of Merzouga, close to the Algerian border. It’s the gateway to the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes, which reach 150m (490ft) high and cover a barren, golden expanse of 28km (17mi) from north to south. You’ll stay overnight in a luxury riad – an idyllic spot to unwind, tune into nature and take in sublime sunset views.

Accommodation:

Riad Madu

Activities included:

Merzouga desert visit
Day 6 Day 6: Visit A Gnawa Village And Dine Berber Style Under The Stars
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Visit A Gnawa Village And Dine Berber Style Under The Stars

Travel by 4x4 to a remote village where you’ll learn about the culture of the Gnawa people who originated from sub-Saharan Africa, and are renowned for their spiritual music and unique dancing. For lunch, tuck into medfouna, a southern Moroccan speciality that’s similar to a stuffed pizza but without cheese. Brace yourself for a bumpy ride as you continue across the dunes to the desert camp you’ll call home for the night. Expect lots of mint tea, songs around a campfire and hearty Berber food. Come nightfall, enjoy a wine-tasting session and gaze in awe at the starry sky through a telescope, guided by an expert astronomer.

Accommodation:

Desert Camp Jaimas Madu

Activities included:

Gnawa village visit

Wine tasting

Astronomy experience
Day 7 Day 7: Go Camel Riding At Sunrise And Explore The Todra Gorge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Go Camel Riding At Sunrise And Explore The Todra Gorge

No visit to the Sahara is complete without experiencing the most traditional mode of desert transport: camel riding. Saddle up first thing in the morning, taking in the gorgeous sunrise before swapping the desert for the High Atlas mountains as you head north to the Todra Gorge. Prepare to be dazzled – this otherworldly, rust-coloured expanse of steep-sided canyons ranks among the most spectacular scenery in Morocco. You’ll arrive at your cosy, mountainside accommodation in time to sip cocktails while watching the sunset paint the sky with a pinky-tangerine glow.

Accommodation:

Hotel Bahammou

Activities included:

Sunrise camel ride

Todra Gorge visit

Sunset cocktails
Day 8 Day 8: Hike Through The Dades Gorges And Join A Local Family For Lunch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hike Through The Dades Gorges And Join A Local Family For Lunch

Over many centuries, the Dades River, which flows for 350km (220mi) from the High Atlas mountains to the Sahara, has carved dramatic gorges and canyons into the rugged interior of the country. Today, you’ll set off on a guided hike through this epic landscape and gain a fascinating glimpse into life in this part of rural Morocco. Eventually, after traversing farmland and riverine forest, you’ll arrive at a series of striking rock formations, aptly named the Monkey Fingers due to their peculiar shape. A well-earned lunch at a local guesthouse awaits.

Accommodation:

Hotel Bahammou

Activities included:

Dades Gorges hike
Day 9 Day 9: Explore Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou And Enjoy A Street Food Tour Of Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Explore Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou And Enjoy A Street Food Tour Of Marrakech

Of all the kasbahs dotted around Morocco, Ait-Ben-Haddou is arguably the most impressive. Feel like you’ve stepped back in time as you explore this Unesco World Heritage site, which you may well recognise from Game of Thrones (2011-2019) and Gladiator (2000). Stop by a tea house for a first-quenching mint tea and home-baked Moroccan pastry before hitting the road to Marrakech. Expect a sensory feast as you join an evening street food tour. Dishes you can try include tagine and couscous, doughy pastries, sheep’s head and snail soup.

Accommodation:

2Ciels Luxury Boutique Hôtel & Spa

Activities included:

Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou visit

Tea at a local tea house

Marrakech Street Food Tour
Day 10 Day 10: Unlock The Secrets Of Moroccan Cuisine In A Cooking Class
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Unlock The Secrets Of Moroccan Cuisine In A Cooking Class

Now familiar with Moroccan food, you’ll have the opportunity to learn how to make it for yourself. After discovering the core techniques and flavour combinations used in Moroccan cuisine, enjoy the fruits of your labour for lunch. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at leisure or treat yourself to a soothing massage at the hotel spa. Reconvene for a farewell group dinner at L’mida restaurant and embrace an innovative, modern twist on classic Moroccan dishes. The candlelit roof terrace, overlooking the medina, is the perfect spot to conclude your epic Morocco trip.

Accommodation:

2Ciels Luxury Boutique Hôtel & Spa

Activities included:

Cooking class

Farewell dinner

Optional activities:

Spa visit
Day 11 Day 11: Depart From Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Depart From Marrakech

After one last breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to your new friends as your Moroccan adventure comes to an end. Check out of the hotel and make your way to the airport to catch your flight home – or extend your stay and explore what else Morocco has to offer.

Optional activities:

Airport transfer

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Itinerary of your trip Epic Morocco

Day 1: Arrive In Casablanca

Day 2: Stroll Through The Photogenic Streets Of Chefchaouen

Day 3: Explore The Roman Ruins Of Volubilis And Eat With A Local Family

Day 4: Soak Up The Atmosphere Of Fez Medina

Day 5: Venture Deep Into The Sahara

Day 6: Visit A Gnawa Village And Dine Berber Style Under The Stars

Day 7: Go Camel Riding At Sunrise And Explore The Todra Gorge

Day 8: Hike Through The Dades Gorges And Join A Local Family For Lunch

Day 9: Explore Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou And Enjoy A Street Food Tour Of Marrakech

Day 10: Unlock The Secrets Of Moroccan Cuisine In A Cooking Class

Day 11: Depart From Marrakech

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