Morocco
9 nights 4 Departures Available
View All Dates & BookFrom the mystique and magic of Marrakech to the High Atlas mountain village of Imlil, the walled Berber town of Taroudant, and Essaouira’s Atlantic shore, this tour reveals Morocco’s many facets, and adds absorbing character with stays in historic riads
An immersive experience of Morocco, this tour puts you at the heart of its history and mystery, colour and culture, by using heritage accommodation, uniquely placed for you to enjoy the atmosphere of its surrounds.
Encapsulating Moroccan tradition, the heart of Marrakech is its UNESCO listed walled city, with 20 gates and 200 towers in its red clay ramparts. The intimate little Angsana Riads are within the medina walls, along with mosques, palaces, 18 souks, and three thousand lanes and alleys leading who-knows-where. In the High Atlas Mountains, Imlil is literally at the end of the road, where tarmac turns to mule tracks, and it echoes the simplicity of its setting with the rustic-style restoration of Dar Imlil riad and the Kasbah du Toubkal mountain retreat. Taroudant’s Riad Dar Zitoune is a colourful and characterful enclave, in an elegant and compact town, where the hub of activity is the traffic-free Place Assarag, where locals promenade and musicians often perform; and in multi-faceted Essaouira, Le Medina adds graceful tradition to its fine location, close to the beach and port, where colour comes in the form of fiery sunsets, and flotillas of bright blue fishing boats.
Fly from London to Marrakech and transfer to the Angsana Riad, within the medina, for a three-night stay.
Experience this dizzying city, where souks are awash with spices, jewellery, and carpets; and mystics and Berber dancers draw the crowds to Djemaa el-Fna square. Use your day in the city for independent exploration, or discover it with an optional Marrakech sightseeing including the beautiful, blue and white Bahia (‘Brilliance’) Palace and the ruins of 16th-century Badia Palace; the restored Saadian Tombs of seven sultans and their 62 relatives; and the Dar Si Said Museum of Moroccan Arts, housed in a 19th-century medina mansion (pre-bookable). Enjoy a riad dinner this evening.
(B, D)
Day at leisure or see the more serene side of the city with a visit to the two-acre botanical garden, Jardin Majorelle and the YSL Museum, dedicated to designer Yves Saint Laurent and exhibiting thousands of garments from his collection; and enjoy lunch at the unashamedly opulent former royal palace, now a hotel, La Mamounia (pre-bookable).
(B, L)
Travel into the High Atlas Mountains, via the scenic Ourika Valley, to Imlil, a little Berber village set 1740 metres above sea level, off the main route from Marrakech to Taroudant, and close to North Africa’s highest peak, Toubkal. Two nights at the Dar Imlil or Kasbah du Toubkal.
(B, L, D)
Created to cater for trekkers and mountain tourism, and blessed with fabulous views, Imlil village grew from a hamlet of homes clustered amid orchards and walnut groves. Enjoy the peace and scenery of its surrounds with a 2hr guided walk in the mountains this morning. Lunch at Kasbah du Toubkal. Afternoon at leisure in Imlil.
(B, L, D)
A dramatic drive (4hrs) through the High Atlas Mountains takes you over the Tizin’Test pass. At an altitude of 2,092m, it weaves and climbs around the cliffs from Asni, descending the Saharan side of the mountain to the Sousse Valley and the walled town of Taroudant. Two nights at the historic Riad Dar Zitoune.
(B, D)
Taroudant is a rather majestic fortified market town, hidden in a shell of honey-toned ramparts, with superb souks and two main squares at its core. Visit its gardens and landmarks and take some time to explore the medina today.
(B, D)
Travel (4hrs) skirting the south of the Atlas range and the Atlantic coast, and perhaps seeing the region’s agile tree-climbing goats, enroute to the busy port and laid-back resort of Essaouira. Two nights at the 4-star Le Medina Hotel.
(B)
Enjoy a morning walking tour of this former Portuguese port, visiting the 18th-century oceanfront ramparts, lined with a long row of old brass cannons, the original medina which they were built to protect, and the market. Afternoon at leisure, perhaps to stroll on the crescent bay’s deep sweep of sands, or explore the souk stalls of spices, fabrics, and ceramics.
(B)
Transfer to Marrakech airport for the return flight to London.
(B)
Days 4-5 involve some uphill walking.
Medinas can be busy and include 1-2 hours on foot.
On occasions, it may be necessary for the group to stay in separate Riads in Marrakech. All Riads are within walking distance of each other.
Enjoy lunch at Kasbah du Toubkal with stunning views of the Atlas Mountains. Lunch in Marrakech at the historic La Mamounia, where Churchill stayed. A Moroccan dinner at a rooftop or historic riad restaurant. Dine under the stars (weather permitting) at a countryside Riad.
Here is a list of the accommodation you can stay in for this tour. Occasionally we use alternative hotels, or have a choice of hotels to choose from which will be detailed when booking.
A selection of small, intimate historic riads, within Marrakech medina. Sitting rooms, patio, roof terrace, a small Angsana spa with hammam and WiFi (free). Air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and tea/coffee making facilities.
A wonderfully located and superbly restored riad on the outskirts of Imlil, 20 minutes’ walk from Kasbah du Toubkal and from where the famous photo of the Kasbah and Mount Toubkal was taken. Restaurant, hammam, WiFi (free) and 10 rooms with private facilities, balcony, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer.
A unique mountain retreat, originally built by a dictatorial Caid and carefully restored and run by an English company in cooperation with the local Berber community. Restaurant, roof terrace, hammam, WiFi (free) and 11 rooms with private facilities and tea/coffee making facilities.
A 4-star traditional hotel nestled at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Restaurant, gardens, pool, spa, WiFi (free) and 30 air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
A 4-star hotel decorated in the traditional red of Mogador. Located opposite the beach and close to the medina and port. Restaurants, bars, pool, gym, spa and WiFi (free). Air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.
Customize your tour by adding optional excursions or extend your journey with our curated add-on extensions.
Visit blue and white Bahia Palace and the ruins of 16th-century Badia Palace; the restored Saadian Tombs of seven sultans; and the Dar Si Said Museum of Moroccan Arts. Visit Jardin Majorelle and the YSL Museum, dedicated to designer Yves Saint Laurent exhibiting garments from his collection.
Add extra nights to your tour at the starting or ending hotel.
You can find out more about the county on the travel guide.
The VJV Riad
6 Apr 25,28 Sep 25 and 6 more
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From £1245 pp
incl Flight
Grand Tour of Morocco
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From £4195 pp
incl Flight
Highlights of Morocco
16 Feb 25,14 Sep 25 and 4 more
Focused on the four Imperial capitals, this is a fascinating tour of Morocco’s history, mysteries, and monuments, from mesmerising Marrakech to fountains in fabulous Fez, ravishing Rabat, the current capital, and medieval Meknes, least known and less visited
From £2095 pp
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Air travel, UK departure taxes, overseas airport taxes, transfers, 9 nights' accommodation, breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 5 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
The following extensions are available to book with this tour. Please click through to the booking process to check your preferred departure date and to make a reservation.
Extra nights are priced per person, per night.
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Extra nights are on request, please call to discuss your requirements
Angsana Riad
(per night) £115
Single supplement £115
Half board £50
Atlas Essaouira
(per night) £115
Single supplement £35
Half board £25
Departure transfer £125