Morocco Journey of Contrasts

Overnight: Marrakesh – The Oberoi

Welcome to Morocco! Your luxury vacation begins with a seamless VIP arrival through Marrakesh airport. A personal chauffeur will greet you for your private transfer to The Oberoi, one of Marrakesh's most prestigious 5-star riads inspired by the palaces of ancient Morocco. Use your afternoon to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate — book a spa treatment or take a walk through the expansive Mediterranean orchards. Your introduction to Moroccan cuisine begins at Le Palais Soleiman, offering a fine dining experience that harmoniously blends refined Moroccan and international flavors.

Overnight: Marrakesh – The Oberoi

Immerse yourself in Marrakesh with a private half-day tour starting at Jemaa el-Fna. Follow your guide into the colorful medina — narrow alleyways lined with riads, souks, and artisan workshops. Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, then the 19th-century Bahia Palace with stunning courtyards and tilework. Afterwards, leave for Chez Tarek Garden, an organic farm 18 miles away for a hands-on private culinary experience. Prepare tajines, couscous, salads, and pastries, then sit down to enjoy your meal in the beautiful garden.

Overnight: Marrakesh – The Oberoi

Begin your private garden tour at Le Jardin Secret, a hidden gem with vibrant flowers, intricate tilework, and serene fountains. Next, visit the Menara Garden, a peaceful oasis with a large reflecting pool framed by the Atlas Mountains. Continue to the Agdal Garden and conclude at the world-famous Majorelle Garden, where vibrant colors and exotic plants meet Islamic and Art Deco design. This afternoon, escape to the hammam at The Oberoi's luxury spa — surrender to the gentle steam, relax on heated marble, and emerge feeling refreshed, restored, and radiant.

Overnight: Skoura – Dar Ahlam Kasbah

Swap Marrakesh for the mountains as you journey through the High Atlas. Your private driver pauses in Taddert to visit a local argan oil cooperative before crossing the Tizi n'Tichka pass at 7,414 feet (2,260 m) — the highest in Morocco. Stop at Aït Benhaddou's kasbah, a medieval marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its ancient alleys or climb to the old granary for breathtaking views. Continue to Ouarzazate — 'Morocco's Hollywood' — then reach the tranquil Skoura oasis where Dar Ahlam, a 200-year-old rammed earth 5-star kasbah, awaits.

Overnight: Skoura – Dar Ahlam Kasbah

Today is entirely yours in this small paradise. Explore 3.7 acres of gardens adorned with date palms, olive and fig trees, and aromatic herbs. Arrange a luxury outdoor massage, picnic, or lounge by the pool. For more adventure, choose from 4WD excursions to the Valley of the Roses, hiking, camel trekking, horseback riding, quad biking, or motorbiking. As the evening unfolds, ascend to the top of the kasbah with a drink in hand to marvel at the expansive Saharan sky.

Overnight: Merzouga – Luxury Desert Camp

Venture into the wilds of the Sahara. Your private transfer through the Draa Valley winds past verdant palm groves, traditional mud-brick villages, and ancient kasbahs on the five-hour drive. Gradually you'll enter the desert, watching the shifting sands change from golden to fiery red. At Erg Chebbi, embark on a relaxed camel journey across rolling dunes to your luxury desert campsite just in time for sunset. Your exquisitely-adorned tent features air-conditioning, ensuite bathroom, and top-tier amenities. Dinner is accompanied by traditional Berber music under the stars.

Overnight: Merzouga – Luxury Desert Camp

Unearth the secrets of Erg Chebbi with a private 4WD expedition across this sand sea stretching 17 miles from north to south, with some dunes reaching nearly 500 feet. Visit Khemliya village to meet a Gnawa family and experience their spiritual healing music. Seize the chance to sandboard down the towering dunes or join a quad bike tour. As the sun descends, climb the nearest dune to witness a vibrant sunset over the Sahara. Return to your luxury camp for an evening around the warm campfire glow.

Overnight: Fes – Hotel Sahrai (5-star)

Today's journey from the Sahara to Fes weaves through desert dunes, rugged mountains, and picturesque towns. Your seven-hour private transfer departs Merzouga early, traversing the striking Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas mountains — with occasional sightings of Barbary macaques. Descend to Ifrane, known as 'Little Switzerland' for its alpine architecture and pristine surroundings. Your journey culminates in Fes, the spiritual and intellectual heart of Morocco, where you check into the five-star Hotel Sahrai designed by Christophe Pillet, blending tradition and modernity with spectacular medina views.

Overnight: Fes – Hotel Sahrai

A knowledgeable local guide leads you on an exclusive tour of Fes's labyrinthine medina — a UNESCO World Heritage site with more than 9,000 streets. Uncover the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University (the world's oldest), and the Chouara Tannery. Enjoy a luxurious shopping experience for one-of-a-kind textiles and carpets. This afternoon, discover traditional Moroccan dance with renowned instructor Aicha Hatim Morelli — from Gnawa to Amazigh (Berber) tribal dances. This evening, experience the understated luxury of Relais de Paris Restaurant, fusing traditional flavors with new techniques.

Overnight: Chefchaouen – Lina Ryad & Spa (5-star)

Discover imperial cities and Roman ruins on today's 4.5-hour transfer to the Blue City. Start at Volubilis, a 2,000-year-old Roman complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site with impressive merchant homes, temples, and mosaics. Continue to Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco's holiest cities. Next, visit the ancient imperial city of Meknes — marvel at the magnificent Bab Mansour gate and the sprawling Heri es-Souani granaries. Finally arrive in Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains, and check in at the five-star Lina Ryad & Spa.

Overnight: Tangier – Grand Hotel Villa de France

Explore Chefchaouen with an exclusive tour of this artsy, blue-washed mountain village founded in 1471. Immerse yourself in the vibrant old medina — a mosaic of Moroccan and Andalusian influences with red-tiled roofs, bright-blue buildings, and winding alleyways. Marvel at Plaza Uta el-Hammam and its restored kasbah. Afterwards, a private driver takes you on a two-hour journey to the coastal city of Tangier. Check in at the Grand Hotel Villa de France, a renowned luxury hotel dating to the 18th century with lavish, sophisticated interiors.

Overnight: Tangier

Tangier has long served as a gateway between Africa and Europe. Your exclusive tour reveals the city's alluring cultural blend — meander through the labyrinthine alleyways, visit the iconic Grand Socco square, the peaceful Mendoubia Gardens, and the historic kasbah perched atop a hill. This afternoon, explore the legendary Caves of Hercules 8 miles from the city center, where mythology says Hercules rested after creating the Strait of Gibraltar. Later, visit the famous Café Hafa — over 100 years old and host to celebrities including The Rolling Stones — for mint tea with views over the strait.

Overnight: Casablanca – Four Seasons (5-star)

A private driver takes you on the four-hour drive from Tangier to Casablanca — skirt around Rabat, the regal capital, and watch Casablanca's skyline emerge on the horizon. Check in at the Four Seasons, a five-star seaside hotel. Your local guide takes you on an exclusive city tour: elegant boulevards, the Hobous quarter built in the 1930s, and the Boulevard de la Corniche. The Hassan II Mosque — the largest in Morocco and one of the only mosques open to non-Muslim tourists — is a true architectural marvel with beautiful green hues and mosaic tiles. End the evening at the legendary Rick's Café.

Overnight: Departure

It's time to bid farewell to Morocco. If you have time before your flight, venture into the modern souks of Casablanca for last-minute spices, slippers, and souvenirs. At the designated time, a driver will pick you up at the hotel for the 45-minute transfer to Mohammed V Airport. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back soon!