Combine the bustling souks of colourful Marrakech before experiencing the timeless Berber culture and stunning views in the High Atlas Mountains.
You firstly begin your time in Morocco in Marrakech. Marrakech is one of the closest destinations for those travelling from Europe, where you can find a different culture. Moreover, Marrakech was founded along the ancient trading route that linked the Sahara’s exotic regions with the cosmopolitan ports on the Mediterranean. What remains is particularly compelling.
Within the old city (Medina), you find an expansive market area, known as the souks. These narrow alleyways contain small shops selling almost everything imaginable. You will see leatherworkers, apothecaries, hand-made rug weavers, colourful lanterns and aromatic spices, to name but a few. You will walk through the souks with our expert guide. Furthermore, we love to show you some of the more hidden and secret parts of the souks, ensuring a far more immersive experience. You will spend two nights in Marrakech to begin your tour, staying in a traditional boutique Riad hotel right in the heart of the Medina.
It’s now time to venture into the High Atlas Mountains, a drive that only takes about an hour. This mountain range overlooks Marrakech and is snow-capped from November to March. Here you find the local Berber people who have lived on its hillsides for centuries. You will have two nights here, and we can tailor your experience depending on how you want to explore the Atlas Mountains. We can arrange some lovely day walks through remote villages to maximise your enjoyment of the natural landscapes. You also might want to get a little experience of the local culture, and we can take you into a local Berber home for a mint tea. In any case, you will want to relax by the pool, drink in hand, and admire the views!
Afterwards, return to Marrakech for your final three nights of R&R. We suggest that on your second visit to Marrakech, you stay in the Palmeraie area, located just outside of the city. Here the hotels are set within verdant gardens, and you also have the bonus of larger swimming pools and a suitably relaxing finale to your time in Morocco. We can also add some optional experiences depending on your interests. We could take you back into the souks and see some of the quirky museums and gardens, see a little more of the historical and cultural highlights, or maybe take a balloon flight over the stunning nearby Agafay Desert at sunrise. All our Morocco holidays are completely tailor-made, so we will work with you to create a hand-crafted selection of unforgettable experiences.
| £1228 | - | £5255 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Gold |
| Days | Location | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1-2 | Marrakech | Riad Kaiss Le Farnatchi |
| Day 3-4 | Atlas Mountains | Domaine Malika Kasbah Tamadot |
| Day 5-7 | Marrakech Palmeraie | Dar Zemora Mandarin Oriental Marrakech |
| Day 8 | Marrakech | Fly Home |
Firstly, arrive in Marrakech where we will provide a fast-track visa arrival service. At this point, pass through customs, where you will be met and privately transferred to your hotel.
Today you will spend the morning at leisure and afterwards meet your guide and driver for a walking tour of the medina and souqs. You firstly begin at the iconic Djemaa El-Fna before heading into the narrow alleyways that make up the souks. Each area specialises in a different item. See sheepskins, jewellery, leather, blacksmiths, slippers, coppersmiths, dyers and apothecaries. We’ll also stop at Le Jardin Secret for some time in a traditional medina garden for a mint tea. Finally, emerge back into the square as dusk falls to see the many stalls cooking up spice-infused feasts, acrobats strutting their stuff and storytellers recounting tales of old.
Today, your driver will drive you one hour into the Atlas Mountains. Afterwards, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
We’ll tailor your experience today, depending on how much you want to get out walking. For instance, you might just like a short amble to a local village to have mint tea in a local Berbers home. On the other hand, you might like to stretch your legs on a more challenging trek, maximising the chance to enjoy the natural landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.
You then return to Marrakech and spend three nights of R&R. We can also offer a range of optional experiences such as a look at the cultural and historical sites of Marrakech, more hidden souks, quirky museums, gardens, a balloon flight, street food tour, mountain biking or a side-car experience.
Finally, take a private transfer to the airport for your flight home. Your Marrakech and Atlas Mountain itinerary can be extended and tailored to your own specific interests.
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.