Small Group Tour of Morocco

Upon arrival at the airport, your driver picks you up to bring you to the ancient Medina, the old city center. Relax at your centrally located Riad, a traditional inn, before meeting your group.

The city of Fez is the namesake of the famous Fez hats, and seems like it’s straight out of Aladdin! After freshening up, meet your fellow travelers and guide. Together, wander through the maze of little alleys and archways to find your traditional welcome dinner.

Your day starts with a deep dive into the myriad of aromas and scents that Fez’ many food markets have to offer. Your guide will take you through the maze of the ancient medina’s countless narrow alleys. During your half-day tour, sample a myriad of different delicacies that are typical to Moroccan cuisine.

Once you’ve enjoyed so many food options, it’s time to dive into the rich history and culture of the spiritual and artistic capital of Morocco: see artisan’s shops, visit the famous leather tanneries, copper smiths and dyers who still practice their profession the same way their ancestors did in medieval times.

In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the city further on your own. Maybe you want to visit the souks and get some souvenirs for your loved ones back home? Maybe you want to relax in one of the many cafés and just watch the day go by, as locals go about their business and the sun slowly starts to paint the city walls in its warm, soft evening glow.

Today, you embark on your journey deep into the world's largest desert: the Sahara! After breakfast, you hop on your private bus and prepare to marvel at Morocco's diverse, ever-changing landscape. Among other places, you will stop near the typical Berber town of Azrou. Here, you can hear noises coming from the cedar forest: A group of adorable Berber monkey is playing among the trees! These adorable little critters are quite tame and if you’re lucky, you might even get to pet one!

During the next leg of the drive we get to see the tents of nomadic shepherds and their herds of goats and sheep. You get to snap amazing pictures at the magnificent gorges of Ziz Valley, see towering palm trees as your drive past oasis and start to feel a real desert vibe, when you spot the little mud villages along the road. Upon arrival in Erfoud, where Morocco’s last road ends, you take a 4x4 jeep to get you to Merzouga - a little desert village next to the breathtaking „sea of sand“ Erg Chebbi.

It is here, where we have to once again change our mode of transportation to accommodate for the difficult terrain: A camel ride through the majestic sand dunes of the Sahara is a must on every Morocco trip! When you finally arrive at your desert camp, you are greeted by a fabulous meal around the campfire, accompanied by live music from the local Berber tribes. As you look up, you see a night sky like you’ve never seen before. You can easily make out the Milky Way with your naked eye. If you’re lucky, you might even see a meteor or two!

You wake up early to catch the magnificent sunrise from the top of the dunes. After this magical moment, it’s time for a delicious breakfast before we head to Gnaouas Village, inhabited by a desert Berber tribe whose lifestyle is very similar to the famous Tuareg’s of Algeria. You will get to listen to their stories and learn more about their life in the desert over some lovely mint tea.

After experiencing Berber culture first hand, you head out of the desert towards the majestic High Atlas Mountains! As the mountains get taller and the valleys get deeper, you reach the famous Todra gorge - A deep cut in the rocky, yellow mountains, with vertical walls over 400 meters high! This is an otherworldly scene that might as well be found on Mars! You explore the river flowing at the bottom of the gorge and feel like a pioneer in space exploration!

Next, you head to the small desert town of Ouarzazate. It might not look like much - but this is the Hollywood of Morocco! Series like Game of Thrones and movies like „The Mummy“ were shot here. But after today’s long drive, you’re happy to fall asleep right away, otherwise you might turn into a mummy yourself!

After breakfast at the hotel, it’s time to continue to one of the architectural highlights of the trip. The UNESCO World Heritage Site Ait Ben Haddou might look familiar to you. The magnificent Kasbah, a mud-built fortress dating back to the 11th century, was an important stop along the trans-saharan caravan route to Marrakesh. Because of its unique appearance it, too, featured in many movie and TV productions, such as „Gladiator“, „Game of Thrones“ and many, many more. You’ll even get to see it from the inside as you learn about the history and significance of the place.

Next, you embark on the last leg of your drive to the „Red City“ Marrakesh. Your hotel is located in a lively and trendy part of town that offers many bars and restaurants, that you can explore with your fellow travelers. But don’t stay out too long! There is so much to see in this quintessential Moroccan city over the next two days!

Today you will finally explore Morocco’s most famous city - Marrakesh! After a short ride from the hotel, you enter the red medina and are greeted by a sensory overload of sounds, aromas and colors! Your guide will show you the hidden sides of Morocco’s former capital: Visit a local bakery and taste their delicious bread, see magnificent fountains and ancient gates, hear children recite Quran verses from the many religious schools and see the furnace that heats the city’s public bath. Marvel at Marrakesh’s oldest monument and visit the historical Fondouks that once served as a hotel for the saharan caravans and are now occupied by local artisans.

Your guide will end the tour on the city’s main square, the famous Jemaa El-Fna: You see snake charmers hypnotizing cobras with their flutes, vendors selling local products and of course many, many for stales and open-air restaurants. Maybe you want to be adventurous and try the local delicacy: snails!

You’re free to to explore on your own for the rest of the day. Do you want to hone your haggling skills in the local souks? Do you want to check out the modern parts of Marrakesh? Or maybe you want to have a relaxing spa experience at a traditional Hamam, complete with massage and a steamy sauna? (optional)

Today, you will learn how to impress your friends back home with some authentic Moroccan cooking skills! You visit the Amal Association, an organization dedicated to empower disadvantaged women by training them in all aspects of the restaurant industry, so they can become financially independent. You get to meet the trainees and chefs, learn about their lives and have a fun and insightful cooking class with them. After this, you’ll be an expert on Moroccan spices and the ins and outs of how to make authentic tagine!

The rest of the day is free for you to further explore the city, maybe make some last purchases to bring back home (do you own a Moroccan tea set?). In the evening, you meet up with your fellow travelers for your last dinner together. In a cozy, traditional riad in the medina, you enjoy a delicious Moroccan meal and talk about all the unforgettable memories you created over the last 8 days.

Today is your last day in Morocco. After breakfast, you say goodbye to your new-found friends and are driven to Marrakesh Airport (a transfer to other airports in the country can be arranged for an extra fee). With many unforgettable memories and newly acquired cooking skills, you embark on your Journey home. We hope to see you again next time!

Or maybe you want to extend your stay for a few days? Maybe you feel like unwinding at the beach after a trip so packed with new experiences? Why not book our extension and spend some relaxed days at the beach in Essaouira? The town is famous for its trendy vibe and is one of Morocco’s best surfing spots!