Discover the best of Morocco and its local culture in a small group…From ancient medinas to vast Saharan dunes, Morocco’s enchanting landscapes will transport you back in time. Wander bustling souks filled with spices and textiles, caravan by camel across golden sands like the Berber nomads, and experience the country’s rich traditions beyond the surface.

The Blue City — Chefchaouen  - Most tour groups either skip Chefchaouen or stop briefly for photos. We spend three days and two nights here, giving you time to truly experience its iconic blue alleyways, artisan culture, and relaxed mountain atmosphere.

Handpicked Riads & Boutique Stays - Stay in beautifully restored riads and intimate desert properties selected for their character, comfort, and atmosphere — accommodations that reflect the spirit of Morocco itself.

Authentic Cultural Encounters - Go beyond sightseeing with meaningful local experiences, including meals in family homes and opportunities to connect with artisans and community members — offering a genuine glimpse into Moroccan daily life.

Welcome to Morocco! Arrive in Tangier and get settled into your hotel, just a short walk to the medina as well as several restaurants and cafes. Depending on your arrival time, you'll have some free time to explore Tangier's whitewashed hillside medina. Later in the day, you’ll meet your trip leader at the hotel for a short welcome meeting and trip briefing.

*Airport pick-up is not included. You can easily take a taxi at the airport or pre-arrange an airport pick-up with companies such as Welcome Pickups or one that you may find online. 

Included:

• Activities: Arrival (at your own expense); Welcome meeting

• Accommodation: Hotel

After breakfast, you'll be on your way to the city of Chefchaouen, also known as The Blue City. As soon as you approach this city nestled among the Rif Mountains, you’ll see why it got its nickname. After checking into the hotel, go for an orientation walk of the ancient medina, and then stop at a local family's house for lunch. You have the rest of the day free to roam around the winding streets of this photogenic blue town. 

Included:

• Transfers: Tangier - Chefchaouen (approximately 2 hours)

• Activities: Chefchaouen orientation walk; Lunch at local family's home; Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: Riad

Today is free to explore Chefchaouen at your own pace. You might decide to wander the medina's alleys washed in shades of blue, hidden courtyards, and endless photo opportunities. Maybe you would like to browse local textiles and handmade goods followed by a mint tea at a café on the main square for mint tea and people-watching. For panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains, you might opt for a scenic walk up to the Spanish Mosque. If you prefer to relax, visit a hammam for a scrub and massage. Whether you spend the day exploring, relaxing, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, your trip leader will be on hand with recommendations and guidance.

Included: 

• Activities: Free time (optional activities at your own expense)

• Meals: Breakfast 

• Accommodation: Riad

We make our way to Fes today, and along the way, there’s a stop for lunch at a family-run guesthouse. Then, you’ll have the rest of the day to wander through Fes’ ancient medina — stepping aside for donkey carts, watching artisans at work, and browsing small shops selling spices, rugs, and handmade goods.

Included:

• Transfers: Chefchaouen - Fes (approximately 3.5 hours)

• Activities: Lunch at a local family's guesthouse; Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Accommodation: Riad

This morning, go for a guided walking tour of Fes' medina, including a stop by a tannery where you can see how the leather goods that Fes is known for are made. Be forewarned, the tannery has a very distinct odor, but you’ll get some fresh mint to keep the smells at bay! After lunch as a group, you have free time to do as you wish and as always, your trip leader is there to point you in the right direction.

Included:

• Activities: Fes medina walking tour; Bou Inania Madrasa; Funduk Nejjarine; Leather tannery; Ceramics cooperative; Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

• Accommodation: Riad

Today, travel south toward Merzouga. The drive itself is part of the experience — winding through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, passing fertile valleys, cedar and pine forests, and small Berber villages along the way.

We’ll stop for lunch in Midelt before continuing toward the edge of the Sahara. By late afternoon, the scenery begins to shift as the golden dunes come into view.

Tonight’s stay is something special — a desert oasis set on the edge of the Sahara, with a pool overlooking the dunes. It’s the perfect place to unwind after today’s drive. We’ll gather for dinner this evening, and afterward you can relax on the outdoor terrace for some stargazing. Trust us, the desert sky does not disappoint!

*NOTE: Today's drive is 7.5 hours. 

Included:

• Transfers: Fes - Merzouga (approximately 7.5 hours)

• Activities: Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  

• Accommodation: Hotel

We'll drive deeper into the desert today and leave behind civilization to see a different side of the Sahara. For lunch, you're in for a treat as you'll get to try madfouna (Moroccan pizza). Then, hop in a 4WD vehicle through Erg Chebbi's sea of wind-blown sands toward your desert camp. On the way, visit the village of Khamlia, home to the Gnawa community — descendants of sub-Saharan Africans brought to Morocco generations ago. They'll perform some of their musical traditions passed down through generations. At sunset, hop on a camel and go for a ride over the dunes.

Tonight, enjoy a hearty feast followed by a campfire with a Berber drum circle while an infinite number of stars above you set the scene for a magical evening.

Included:

• Transfers: Merzouga - Erg Chebbi (approximately 30 minutes)

• Activities: Madfouna lunch; Khamlia Village visit; Gnawa music performance; Sunset camel ride; Berber drum performance

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  

• Accommodation: Luxury desert camp

After a night in the desert, we return to civilization and drive to Boumalne Dades, near the dramatic Todra Gorge in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll pass mud-brick villages perched on the hillsides. Later this evening, enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers at the hotel.

Included:

• Transfers: Erg Chebbi - Boumalne Dades  (approximately 5 hours)

• Activities: Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

• Accommodation: Hotel

Today, hit the road to Ait Ben Haddou, the location of a ksar (fortified village) that once stood on the Trans-Saharan caravan route. It is also one of the best-preserved kasbah (citadel) in the Atlas region. In the afternoon, settle into the riad with spectacular views. Afterward, you’ll have the option of taking a walk around the famous kasbah. Later, let's reconvene for dinner as a group.

Included:

• Transfers: Boumalne Dades - Ait Ben Haddou (approximately 4 hours)

• Activities: Kasbah visit

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

• Accommodation: Riad

Head to Marrakech, also known as The Red City, for a guided walking tour of its exotic medina filled with mouthwatering foods, colorful spice markets, and traditional musicians.

The rest of the day is yours free. We recommend dinner at the famous Djemaa el Fna. When the night falls on this square, it transforms into a hive of activity — henna painters, performers, and storytellers share the square with a street food bazaar, loaded with Moroccan delicacies. While you're there, why not enjoy a few Moroccan pastries with a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice? We suggest finishing your day with a cup of tea at one of the rooftop restaurants overlooking the square.

*NOTE: The medina is a main attraction in Marrakech. Even if you're not an avid shopper, many enjoy just getting lost in the sights, sounds, and smells of the souks. If you do not wish to join the group in the medina for shopping, you are welcome to return to the hotel or explore on your own. 

Included:

• Transfers: Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech (approximately 4 hours)

• Activities: Marrakech medina walking tour; Free time

• Meals: Breakfast

• Accommodation: Riad

You have today free to wander the medina for some last-minute shopping to practice your haggling skills, a break from the hustle to sip on a glass of tea, or one last tagine. Maybe you prefer to take a stroll through the tropical gardens of the French painter Jacques Majorelle (now owned by Yves Saint Laurent). Instead, you may opt to check out Palais Bahia and Palais Badi's bold and impossibly intricate tilework. Alternatively, the Saadian Tombs are a recently uncovered gem of the medina if you'd like to learn about the local history. This evening, if you're drawn back to Djemaa el Fna and its surrounding medina, we suggest a meal at one of the many outdoor restaurants lining the square as a great way to end your adventure.

Included:

• Activities: Free time (optional activities at your own expense) 

• Meals: Breakfast

• Accommodation: Riad

Depending on your flight time, you will have free time on your own in Marrakech before heading back home.

Included:

• Activities: Departure (at your own expense)

• Meals: Breakfast

*Itinerary is subject to change.