Highlights of Marrakech

From Marrakech to Marrakech

Tour Overview

Unveil the mysteries of Marrakech on a journey through one of Morocco’s most enchanting cities. Nestled between the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert, Marrakech is a feast for the senses — a place where history, color, and culture come alive at every turn.

Step into the city’s ancient medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with winding alleyways, bustling souks, and vibrant energy. Lose yourself in a maze of spice-scented streets, where each corner reveals something new — ornate riads, artisans at work, and treasures waiting to be discovered. As evening falls, the famous Djemaa el-Fna square bursts into life with storytellers, musicians, and sizzling food stalls, offering an unforgettable taste of Morocco’s soul.

Explore the city’s architectural gems, from the serene courtyards of Bahia Palace and the intricate artistry of the Medersa Ben Youssef to the iconic minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque. Wander through the Majorelle Garden, where vivid blues and exotic plants create a tranquil escape inspired by Yves Saint Laurent.

Venture beyond the city to the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains, where Berber villages cling to terraced hillsides. Join a local family for a hands-on cooking class, prepare traditional dishes, and enjoy a homemade meal with sweeping mountain views.

This is Marrakech at its most authentic: rich in color, steeped in history, and alive with spirit — a journey that will stay with you long after you leave.

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Step beyond the surface and experience the real Marrakech. From wandering the maze-like alleys of the medina to haggling in colorful souks and sipping mint tea with locals, this tour captures the heart and rhythm of Moroccan life.

Journey into the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains for an unforgettable cooking experience with a local Berber family. Learn age-old culinary secrets, prepare traditional dishes, and enjoy your homemade meal overlooking stunning mountain views.

Discover Marrakech’s most celebrated landmarks, including the exquisite Bahia Palace, the vibrant Majorelle Garden, and the grand Koutoubia Mosque. Between these icons, uncover hidden riads, artisan workshops, and peaceful courtyards that few visitors eve

Tour Itinerary

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Day 1
Arrive Marrakech

Upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, you’ll be met by your private driver and escorted to your boutique riad tucked away in the medina. After settling in, step outside to feel the pulse of the city — the beating drums and aromatic food stalls of Jemaa el-Fna square. As dusk falls, the square transforms into a theatre of storytellers, musicians, and chefs at open-air grills.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad, including breakfast

Day 2
Marrakech

After breakfast, meet your official local guide for a full-day exploration of Marrakech’s imperial treasures. Begin at the elegant Bahia Palace, with its mosaics and tranquil courtyards once built for a vizier’s favorite wife. Continue to the Medersa Ben Youssef, a beautifully restored 14th-century Quranic school renowned for its intricate stucco, carved cedar, and zellij tilework — a masterpiece of Moroccan craftsmanship. Admire the Koutoubia Mosque, a landmark of Almohad architecture dominating the city skyline.

After lunch, visit the Majorelle Garden, where cobalt-blue pavilions contrast with exotic flora and the spirit of Yves Saint Laurent lingers. End the day wandering through the souks — narrow lanes alive with the scent of cedar, leather, and saffron

Overnight in a comfortable Riad, including breakfast

Day 3
High Atlas Mountains & cooking class with local Berber woman

After breakfast, depart Marrakech toward the High Atlas Mountains, where winding roads reveal breathtaking valleys and traditional Berber villages nestled among terraced hills.
Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed into a local Berber home for an intimate cooking class led by a Berber woman. Learn to prepare traditional Moroccan dishes — from fresh salads and fragrant tagines to local bread baked in a clay oven — while discovering the secrets of mountain cuisine passed down through generations.

After enjoying your homemade lunch with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, set out for a light hike through nearby trails, passing olive groves, walnut trees, and stone houses that reflect the simplicity of Berber life.

Return to Marrakech by late afternoon and unwind at your riad.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad, including breakfast

Day 4
Marrakech

Today is yours to shape at your leisure. Perhaps rise early for a hot-air balloon flight over desert plains and Berber villages, followed by a traditional breakfast under a tent — or enjoy a hammam and spa ritual with argan oil and rose water. Adventurers can choose a sidecar or quad ride through the Palmeraie oasis.

The afternoon invites leisure: relax by your riad pool or browse galleries and boutiques in the modern Gueliz district.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad, including breakfast

Day 5
Depart Marrakech

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and drive to Marrakech Airport for your departure flight.

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What’s Included

Accommodation
  • Included Copy 20 4 nights accommodation in a comfortable Riad
  • Included Copy 31 Upgrade to deluxe accommodation
Food
  • Included Copy 20 Daily Breakfast
Fees & Services
  • Included Copy 20 Return Airport transfers and an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the trip
  • Included Copy 20 Local guide for the sightseeing of Marrakech & Atlas Mountains
  • Included Copy 20 Cooking class with lunch at Atlas Mountains
  • Included Copy 20 Entrance fees to Bahia Palace , Mdersa Ben youssef & Majorelle Garden
  • Included Copy 7 Optional activities, International Flights, Visa, gratuities and travel insurance

Activities

  • Included Explore the Souks and the famed Djemaa el Fna square
  • Included Take in the beauty of the gardens and museums at stunning Majorelle Gardens
  • Included Roll up your sleeves for an immersive and fun cooking experience led by a local Berber woman
  • Included Marvel at the intricate stucco, carved cedar, and zellij tilework of Medersa Ben Youssef
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Duration

5 days

Price from

$1,809 USD

Per person, sharing

Daily, on request
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