Itinerary
Thursday, April 3, 2025 Casablanca & Rabat
You will be met on arrival at Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport and transferred by road to Rabat, Morocco’s seaside capital. Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner (included)
2 Nights in Rabat
The capital city of Rabat has a European feel and is home to many embassies, making it the political center of the country. Historical sites include the Kasbah of the Oudayas, The Hassan Tower and The Mausoleum of Mohamed V, which is one of the few holy places that are open to the public, and the Roman ruins and medieval Muslim necropolis at the Chellah Gardens.
Friday, April 4
Tour the historic sights of Rabat and have tea at a local café. Dinner tonight (included) will give you a chance to sample some Moroccan cuisine
Saturday, April 5 Fès
Today, we will stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and enjoy lunch (included)and wine tasting in a vineyard outside Meknes.
Continue on to Fès and check in at your riad.
2 Nights in Fès
The oldest of the imperial cities, Fès was founded in 807 AD and the city is now home to more than one million people. Fès is considered the most complete medieval city of the Arab world. The historic medina (old city) is enclosed by walls and the narrow streets can only be explored on foot.
Sunday, April 6 Fès
Visit the monuments this morning and the souks and artisan quarters this afternoon. Meet your local street food guide who will take you through the medina on a tasting tour (included) of local specialties tonight.
Monday, April 7 Merzouga
Scenic drive to the desert Bedouin camp with a stop for lunch (included). When the vehicles stop at the sands, you will mount camels for a sunset ride into camp. Settle in for dinner (included) and stargazing around the campfire.
1 Night Luxury Camp in the Sahara
Tuesday, April 8 Dades
Sunrise over the desert with coffee or tea on the dunes and maybe a few yoga stretches. Depart for the Dades Gorges and after lunch (included), to the Dades Valley, known as the Grand Canyon of Morocco. Tonight is a gourmet dinner at your hotel (included).
1 Night in Dades
Wednesday, April 9 Marrakech
Visit the historic Kasbah Ait ben Haddou, situated along the ancient caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. After lunch (included) pass through the Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Check in at your riad where you will have dinner (included) tonight.
6 Nights in Marrakech
Considered by many to be the most fascinating city in North Africa, Marrakech was founded on the crossroads of ancient caravan routes. Stroll through the labyrinthine streets of the souk, teeming with herbalists, jewelers, metalworkers, woodworkers, master leatherworkers and carpet weavers, and an array of exquisite fabrics and kaftans.
Thursday, April 10 Marrakech
This morning, you’ll visit the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Saadian tombs. After lunch in the medina, your guide will take you to wander the spice markets and souks before heading back to the riad. This evening your guide will escort the group to Djemaa el-Fna, the famed square and World Heritage Site. This is the place to see snake charmers, musicians, storytellers, and dancers. This veritable open-air circus unfolds as the sun sets and the crowds grow. Many locals come here for dinner where countless food vendors offer traditional fare.
Friday, April 11 Marrakech
Depart for the Majorelle Gardens restored by the late Yves Saint Laurent who lived in the villa and created the Museum of Berber Culture. Just next door is the Yves Saint Laurent Museum where you’ll want to explore. Later this afternoon you will have a private cooking class and enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner (included)!
Saturday, April 12 Marrakech
This morning you will have a private tour of the Cactus Thiemann Gardens and then head to the design district of Sidi Ghanem. Shopping is on the agenda today! After lunch you will return to your riad to rest for a special evening that includes a sunset sidecar tour and a private dinner (included) at Rivayat Indian Restaurant at The Oberoi Hotel.
Sunday, April 13 Atlas Mountains
Leave the city of Marrakech for the Atlas Mountains. This area was rocked by a major earthquake in 2023. You will have the opportunity to admire the resilience of the people here. Your Berber hiking guide will lead you on a hike that will be paced for the group. You will recharge with a traditional lunch (included) enjoyed with a spectacular view. This afternoon the locals will share their stories and music with you before you head back to Marrakech.
Monday, April 14 Agafay Desert
This morning you have the option of a curated tour of the modern art museum or a morning to yourself. Later you can choose to indulge in a Royal Hammam treatment or other spa service. Later this afternoon you will depart for the Agafay
Desert outside of Marrakech for a sunset toast and farewell dinner (included) with entertainment.
Tuesday, April 15
Bid farewell to your new travel friends, your guide and driver. You will be transferred to the Marrakech Airport in time to check in for your international departure.