An in-depth Morocco trip featuring all the exciting sights, sounds and flavours befitting of its status as the gateway to Africa. Explore the ancient alleyways of Fes, spend the evening like a local in a riad and learn about the healing touch of Moroccan ingredients like argan oil.
Aït Ben Haddou: Explore Aït Ben Haddou with your Travel Director as you walk through this UNESCO World Heritage Site of mud-brick lanes, towers and kasbahs. In your free time, you can climb to the top for panoramic views, browse artisan shops or visit film locations seen in Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Fes: Explore Fes’ UNESCO-listed Medina, where you’ll see the tanneries and dye-pits, then visit a carpet cooperative where women weave handmade pieces that help support their families. Along the way, you’ll discover how traditional crafts still shape daily life in one of Morocco’s most historic cities.
Marrakesh: Visit Dar El Bacha, a historic palace in Marrakesh, and see the tilework, carved cedar and painted ceilings that define its design. As you explore its rooms and courtyards, you’ll get a closer look at the craftsmanship found across the city.
Merzouga: Travel by 4x4 to the stunning sand dunes of the Sahara.
Morocco: Meet a local Imam who, along with his family, will welcome you with tea and local treats. Learn about life in the region and their heritage.
Rabat: Visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the final resting place of Morocco’s royal family, then see the Hassan Tower, the landmark minaret of an unfinished mosque, as you explore Rabat and its historic heart.