Join TELA in Marrakech this March for 9 days of art, culture, and connection. The Marrakech Edit takes you through art in all its sensory forms. Begin with art you can taste, touch, and see. Then close with a few days of conversation among artists, thinkers, and cultural voices from across the global Black diaspora.

Learn about the origins of Moroccan tea during a curated tea tasting in a historic riad. Craft your own piece in a private, hands-on ceramics workshop led by a local artist. Explore the medina with exclusive access to original Berber rugs, botanical oils, and spices.

Spend a day in the Atlas Mountains hiking through Berber villages and enjoy a homemade lunch in a local family’s home. Take an exclusive tour of the permanent collection at the “museum in the medina.” Along the way, attend art receptions and visit galleries at the 1-54 art fair.

The journey continues with the Diaspora Salon at Jnane Tamsna, a global gathering with inspiring speakers. Expect unforgettable days and evenings that bring everyone together.

Come for the art, stay for the community. We can’t wait to share Marrakech with you!

Note: Activities may shift slightly, and we will share the final itinerary before departure.

Day 1 | March 17th

Airport Arrivals

Kick off this adventure in style. After landing at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), collect your bags and meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you get your first glimpse of Marrakech, your home base for the days ahead.

Evening - Welcome Dinner

Freshen up, unwind, and settle into your room before gathering for a relaxed welcome dinner at the hotel restaurant. It’s a perfect chance to meet your fellow travelers and ease into the experience ahead.

Day 2 | March 18th

Morning – Curated Tea Tasting Experience

Learn about the origins of Moroccan tea during a curated tasting in a historic riad. Enjoy a sensory introduction to Marrakech’s flavors, aromas, and rituals, from the first pour to the last sip.

Afternoon - Art Collection Tour & Sunset Drinks

Take an exclusive tour of the permanent collection at the “museum in the medina,” with insight into the work and the artists behind it. Then head up to the rooftop to toast the day with canapés and sunset drinks as the light fades over the city.

Evening - Reflection Dinner

Wind down after your first full day of discovery with a light dinner together. Share a meal, trade favorite moments, and reflect with the group. Savor the evening and the day’s discoveries over good food and good company.

Day 3 | March 19th

Morning/Afternoon – The Indigenous Experience

Journey into the Atlas Mountains for a guided hike through Berber villages, with sweeping mountain views along the way. Meet local families, learn about daily life in the High Atlas, and discover the traditions that have shaped the region for generations.

Explore more about the Berber traditions and craftsmanship that shape Moroccan art. Then gather around a family’s table for a homemade lunch and a warm Berber welcome.

Evening– Dinner at the Hotel

Unwind after a day of mountain air and adventure with a rooftop dinner at the hotel. Share a meal, swap stories from the day, and relax together.

Day 4 | March 20th

Morning – The Medina Experience

Enjoy a guided medina tour with a hands-on Berber rug experience. Learn about the craft and tradition behind these handwoven pieces, with the chance to purchase a rug of your own. Then browse a traditional herbal pharmacy for botanical oils, cosmetics, and spices, with custom wellness blends to take home.

Spend the afternoon getting lost in the souks at your own pace, or head back to the hotel to rest before the evening ahead.

Afternoon - Art Opening Reception & 1-54 Art Walk

Kick off the evening with an art reception at the “museum in the medina.” Meet fellow art lovers, enjoy a relaxed start to the night, and experience the visiting artist’s work before the art walk begins. It’s a chance to take in the art and connect with the community behind it.

Join an evening art walk through 1-54, Marrakech’s contemporary African art fair, with the group. Named for the 54 countries of Africa, the fair brings together galleries showing artists from the continent and its diaspora. Explore participating galleries, discover work from exhibiting artists, and take in the energy of the fair after dark.

Evening - Art Experience Dinner

Close out the Art Experience with a dinner together. Toast the art, the conversation, and your reflections over an evening of music and atmosphere. Share a meal, revisit your favorite moments from the walk, and celebrate the days you’ve spent immersed in art with the group.

10:30 PM - Return to Hotel

Day 5 | March 21st

Morning - Free Time

Enjoy the morning and afternoon for a free moment before beginning the Diaspora Salon Experience at Jnane Tamnsa

Evening - Depart Hotel for Jnane Tamsna

Dress stylishly and comfortably for a fun night at Jnane Tamsna to kick off the Welcome Night at Diaspora Salon. We recommend bringing a jacket since the weather can be a bit chilly at night.

Day 6 | March 22

Morning Diaspora Salon Day 1
Our private shuttle will escort you to Jnane Tamsna for Day 1 of the Diaspora Salon Experience.

Afternoon - Integration Conversation

After the Salon, we will return to the hotel for a relaxed conversation to reflect on the Diaspora Salon conversations before continuing with the evening programming.

Evening at Jnane Tamsna

Come ready for an exciting first night of programming and evening events at Diaspora Salon.

Day 7 | March 23

Morning Diaspora Salon Day 2
Our private shuttle will escort you to Jnane Tamsna for Day 1 of the Diaspora Salon Experience.

Afternoon - Integration Conversation

After the Salon, we will return to the hotel for a relaxed conversation to reflect on the Diaspora Salon conversations before continuing with the evening programming.

Evening at Jnane Tamsna

Come ready for an exciting first night of programming and evening events at Diaspora Salon.

*Note - guests are not obligated to attend each day. Please feel free to take a Rest Day if need be

Day 8 | March 24

Morning Diaspora Salon Day 3
Our private shuttle will escort you to Jnane Tamsna for Day 1 of the Diaspora Salon Experience.

Afternoon - Integration Conversation

After the Salon, we will return to the hotel for a relaxed conversation to reflect on the Diaspora Salon conversations before continuing with the evening programming.

Evening at Jnane Tamsna

Come ready for an exciting first night of programming and evening events at Diaspora Salon.

*Note - guests are not obligated to attend each day. Please feel free to take a Rest Day if need be

Day 9 | March 25

Morning Breakfast at Hotel

It’s your final morning in Marrakech, and while this week may have flown by, we hope it’s been unforgettable. Fuel up for your journey ahead at the hotel’s complimentary breakfast before checking out.

Airport Transfers at Hotel Lobby
Our shuttle will take you to Ménara International Airport (RAK) for your return flight home, based on your flight departure times.