Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Berge bought this electric-blue villa and its gardens and gifted them to the city they adored in 1964. They aimed to preserve the gardens of the former owner, landscape painter Jacques Majorelle. The gardens were established in 1924 and contain over 300 plant species. Within the gardens, you find the interesting Musee Berbere. Next door, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum showcases a selection of haute couture clothing spanning over 40 years by the legendary fashion designer. The collection beautifully allows you to see how Moroccan influences played such a vital role in his creative process.
Continue to the Medina and Le Jardin Secret. This traditional medina garden contains a soothing canopy of palms and banana trees set within a 17th-century riad courtyard. Head up the tower for stunning views over the Medina.
The next stop is the Menara Gardens. According to local folklore, a sultan seduced guests over dinner and then threw them into the reflecting pools to drown. It’s possibly Marrakech’s most picturesque spot, especially when the Atlas Mountains are snow-capped.
Finally, head to La Mamounia, Morocco’s most iconic luxury ‘grand dame’ hotel, for a walk around their gardens before having lunch.
Morocco in Style: A Luxury Adventure is quite simply the most stylish way to see this incredible country. You’ll stay at the most iconic hotels, and by taking a private helicopter, delve deep into Morocco’s hidden interior.
This comprehensive private tour of Morocco brings together the sights and sounds of this fantastic destination, and the chance to discover more than the well-trodden paths around Marrakech.
There is something impossibly romantic in delving into the great dunes of the Saharan Desert. Nights under canvas, sunsets and camel rides; experiences that undoubtedly make you feel like you have escaped.
A trekking holiday in the Atlas Mountains allows you to walk through timeless Moroccan Berber villages and along dramatic scenic valleys overlooked by the towering peaks. You’ll be staying in the best possible lodges and boutique hotels.
Explore the bustling souks of Marrakech, the breathtaking scenic beauty and Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains and the sleepy fishing town of Essaouira. In short, this brief taste of Morocco is an ideal first visit to this vibrant country.
Fez and Marrakech are undeniably Morocco’s most iconic and evocative cities, packed with all the magical charm that makes Morocco so mesmerising. This itinerary allows you an immersive experience of both, and additionally, some gentle R&R in the mountains to conclude your trip.
Combine the bustling souks of colourful Marrakech before experiencing the timeless Berber culture and stunning views in the High Atlas Mountains.
Marrakech makes for a beautiful long weekend from any European city. With five days, you will have plenty of time to both explore and relax. The weather is perfect in the winter, and you can also immerse yourself in a fascinating culture.
We arrange totally bespoke trips and design an itinerary that is designed around you. You may have seen a suggested itinerary that we can base your plans around, or we can start with a blank sheet and paper and design something from scratch. You can leave a phone number and suggest a time to call you back, and we can also arrange to do this during the evenings or at weekends if you are busy during the daytime. We can also meet up with you in you fancy a coffee and are based in and around London.