Ultimate Morocco

Welcome to Morocco’s vibrant metropolis, Casablanca — the country’s economic and cultural heartbeat. Upon arrival at Mohammed V International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your elegant hotel.

Depending on arrival time, enjoy an afternoon visit to the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and a true architectural marvel, rising dramatically from the Atlantic shore. Admire its 210-meter minaret and intricate marble inlay, cedar carvings, and oceanfront setting.

Later, stroll along the Corniche of Ain Diab, a lively promenade dotted with cafés and ocean-view terraces where locals gather for sunset tea.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel including breakfast

After breakfast, journey north to Rabat, Morocco’s serene coastal capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guided city tour begins at the Royal Palace, then the Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, symbols of Moroccan unity and elegance. Walk through the white-washed Kasbah des Oudayas, overlooking the confluence of the Atlantic Ocean and Bou Regreg River, where blue shutters and narrow alleys evoke a coastal Andalusian charm.

Continue through rolling hills and olive groves into the Rif Mountains, winding toward Chefchaouen, the fabled “Blue Pearl.” As you enter, the sight of indigo walls and cascading alleys instantly captivates.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

Awaken to the crisp mountain air and the melodic echo of distant prayer calls. Explore Chefchaouen’s medina, a dreamlike maze of blue alleys, carved wooden doors, and flower-lined steps. Visit the Kasbah Museum, a restored fortress housing art and ethnographic displays, and enjoy views from the Spanish Mosque, overlooking the blue expanse below.
Stroll through Outa el Hammam Square, where cafés serve mint tea in the shadow of the Rif peaks. The rest of the day is yours to wander at leisure — browse small craft shops for woven blankets and hand-dyed scarves, or simply sit with a coffee, soaking up the village’s peaceful rhythm.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

Depart the mountains after breakfast, descending toward the fertile plains of northern Morocco. Visit Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman archaeological site in the country, where time stands still among ancient columns, olive presses, and mosaics depicting mythological scenes.

Continue to Meknes, once an imperial capital under Sultan Moulay Ismail — a city of grandeur and symmetry. Discover Bab Mansour, one of North Africa’s most magnificent gates, El Hedim Square, and the Royal Granaries built to feed the sultan’s 12,000 horses.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

By late afternoon, arrive in Fes, the spiritual and intellectual heart of Morocco. The skyline of green-tiled minarets welcomes you as you enter this living museum of history.

Today, step back to the 9th century as your expert local guide leads you through Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure and one of the world’s largest car-free urban zones. Explore the Bou Inania Medersa, a masterpiece of Marinid architecture, and the Nejjarine Fountain, surrounded by artisan workshops.

Walk through the Attarine Souk filled with the scent of cedar, cumin, and amber. Visit the Chouara Tanneries, where centuries-old techniques still color leather using natural dyes — a vivid spectacle of tradition and craftsmanship.

Lunch can be enjoyed at a heritage restaurant overlooking the medina rooftops. In the afternoon, explore the Royal Palace gates and the Mellah, the historic Jewish quarter.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

Immerse yourself in Fes’ culinary soul. Begin with a visit to the local food market to select seasonal produce, then join a hands-on cooking class in a traditional riad kitchen. Under the guidance of a Moroccan chef, prepare iconic dishes such as Pastilla, Harira soup, or vegetable couscous. Enjoy your creations for lunch.

In the afternoon, visit the pottery quarter of Ain Nokbi, where artisans shape and hand-paint the famous blue ceramics of Fes. Alternatively, unwind with an optional traditional hammam ritual in your riad — a soothing finale to your cultural immersion.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

An early departure leads you through Morocco’s ever-changing landscapes. Pass through Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” for its alpine architecture, and continue to Azrou, where cedar forests shelter Barbary macaques. Stop in Midelt for lunch at the foothills of the High Atlas.

As the road descends through the Ziz Valley, palm groves and ochre kasbahs signal the approach of the Sahara. By late afternoon, reach Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits. Ride into the dunes of Erg Chebbi, the golden heart of Morocco’s desert.

Arrive at your luxury desert camp in time for sunset over the dunes — a moment of silence and vastness. After a candlelit dinner, gather around the campfire to enjoy Gnawa drumming and star-filled skies.

Overnight in a nomadic camp including half board (breakfast and dinner)

Wake early for sunrise — the dunes shift from bronze to pink in a breathtaking natural spectacle. After breakfast, drive to Tinghir, where palm groves stretch along the Todra River. Walk between the towering cliffs of the Todra Gorge, carved by centuries of flowing water, and meet local nomads herding goats.

Continue through the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Stop for photos of the famous Monkey Fingers rock formations and the serpentine Dades road, one of Morocco’s most scenic drives.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel including half board (breakfast and dinner)

Travel through lush palm oases and desert plateaus to Skoura, an ancient oasis town. Visit Kasbah Amridil, one of Morocco’s best-preserved fortress houses, still inhabited by descendants of its original builders.

Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and explore the Atlas Film Studios, where blockbusters like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia were filmed.

In the afternoon, reach Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed ksar of adobe towers and narrow alleys that once hosted caravans trading gold and salt. Wander through its timeless streets, climb to the old granary, and admire the view of the surrounding desert.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel including half board (breakfast and dinner)

Depart Ait Benhaddou and ascend the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m). Stop at roadside viewpoints and Berber villages before descending into the peaceful Ouirgane Valley, a hidden gem surrounded by olive groves and red hills.

Arrive at your mountain lodge, where tranquility replaces city bustle. Enjoy a gentle walk among terraced fields or simply relax by the pool with panoramic views of the Atlas peaks.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel including half board (breakfast and dinner)

After breakfast, meet your local mountain guide for a scenic walk through Berber villages. Along the trail, discover traditional irrigation channels, almond orchards, and clay houses blending seamlessly into the landscape.

You’ll be welcomed into a Berber home for a warm, family-style lunch — freshly baked bread, vegetable tagine, and mint tea shared on a shaded terrace. This moment of connection offers a glimpse into Morocco’s authentic rural life

Overnight in a comfortable hotel including half board (breakfast and dinner)

Leave the mountains behind and drive to Marrakech, the legendary “Red City.” On arrival, settle into your riad tucked within the medina.

Spend the afternoon at leisure: wander through the souks, visit a local art gallery, or sip mint tea on a terrace overlooking Jemaa el-Fna Square, where musicians, snake charmers, and storytellers perform as night falls.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

Meet your expert guide for a full-day exploration of Marrakech’s imperial treasures. Begin at the Bahia Palace, adorned with mosaics and tranquil courtyards, and the Koutoubia Mosque, an icon of Almohad architecture. Continue to the Ben Youssef Medersa, a stunning 14th-century theological college, before delving into the labyrinthine souks alive with the scent of leather, saffron, and cedar.

After lunch, visit the Majorelle Garden , celebrating design and color.

In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner in a riad or rooftop restaurant (dinner not included), accompanied by Moroccan music and lantern-lit ambiance.

Overnight in a comfortable Riad including breakfast

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