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 yours to experience Chefchaouen however you wish.

You might wander through the medina’s winding alleys, each corner revealing another wash of blue, a hidden courtyard, or a perfect photo opportunity. Browse local boutiques for handwoven textiles and handmade crafts, then settle into a café on the main square for a refreshing mint tea while you watch daily life unfold around you.

For sweeping views over the city and the Rif Mountains, consider a scenic walk up to the Spanish Mosque — especially beautiful in the late afternoon light. If relaxation calls, treat yourself to a traditional hammam experience with a rejuvenating scrub and massage.

Whether you choose to explore, unwind, or simply soak up the atmosphere, your trip leader will be available throughout the day with personalized recommendations and insider tips to help you make the most of your time.

Included:

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

• Meals: Breakfast 

• Accommodation: Riad

Today we journey to Fes, with a stop along the way for lunch at a welcoming, family-run guesthouse.

Upon arrival, the rest of the day is yours to explore the city’s ancient medina — a living, working maze of narrow alleyways and centuries-old traditions. You’ll likely find yourself stepping aside for donkey carts, pausing to watch artisans craft their goods by hand, and browsing small shops filled with spices, rugs, ceramics, and other local treasures.

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, set out on a guided walking tour through the maze-like medina of Fes — one of the most fascinating (and bustling) in the country. You’ll explore its narrow alleys, historic sites, and artisan quarters, including a stop at the famous Chouara Tannery to see firsthand how the city’s renowned leather goods are made.

Fair warning: the tannery has a very distinct smell — but you’ll be given fresh mint to help soften the experience!

After lunch together as a group, the afternoon is yours to enjoy. Wander back to a favorite shop, relax at a café, or dive deeper into the medina’s hidden corners. As always, your trip leader will be on hand with recommendations and guidance.

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

Today we venture deeper into the Sahara, leaving the last traces of town behind as the landscape opens into vast, golden silence.

Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch where you’ll try madfouna — often called Moroccan pizza — traditionally baked in the desert and filled with savory spices and meat or vegetables.

From there, climb into a 4WD vehicle and journey across the sweeping dunes of Erg Chebbi toward your desert camp. En route, we’ll visit the village of Khamlia, home to the Gnawa community — descendants of sub-Saharan Africans brought to Morocco generations ago. Here, you’ll experience their hypnotic music and rhythms, a tradition lovingly passed down through centuries.

As the sun begins to set, mount a camel and ride across the dunes, watching the sky shift from gold to soft desert pink.

Tonight, gather for a hearty dinner followed by a campfire under an impossibly star-filled sky. With the steady beat of Berber drums echoing across the sand, the Sahara reveals its most magical side.

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 peaceful night in the desert, we make our way back toward civilization and continue on to Boumalne Dades, located near the dramatic Todra Gorge in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.

The drive itself is part of the experience — passing mud-brick villages that seem to rise organically from the hillsides and vast landscapes that shift in color with the light.

This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for dinner at the hotel and relax after a memorable journey through the Sahara.

Included:

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

• Activities: Free time

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

• Accommodation: Hotel

Today we journey to Aït Ben Haddou, home to a historic ksar (fortified village) that once stood along the Trans-Saharan caravan route. This UNESCO-listed site is one of the best-preserved kasbahs (citadels) in the Atlas region, with its earthen clay buildings rising dramatically from the desert landscape.

In the afternoon, settle into your riad and take in the spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Later, you’ll have the option to wander through the famous kasbah, exploring its narrow passageways and climbing to the top for sweeping panoramas.

This evening, we’ll reconvene for dinner together as a group.

Included:

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

• Activities: Kasbah visit

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

• Accommodation: Riad

Today we make our way to Marrakech — known as the Red City — where you’ll set out on a guided walking tour through its vibrant medina. Wander past colorful spice stalls, sample mouthwatering local specialties, and take in the sounds of traditional musicians echoing through the alleyways.

The rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace.

We recommend heading to Jemaa el-Fnaa for dinner. As night falls, the square comes alive — henna artists, performers, and storytellers share the space with rows of food stalls serving classic Moroccan dishes. Grab a few pastries and a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice as you soak in the atmosphere.

To end the evening, find a rooftop terrace overlooking the square and enjoy a cup of mint tea while watching the energy of Marrakech unfold below.

Included:

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

• Activities: Marrakech medina walking tour; Free time

• Meals: Breakfast

• Accommodation: Riad

Today is yours to enjoy Marrakech however you please.

Wander the medina one last time to practice your haggling skills, pause for a quiet glass of mint tea away from the bustle, or savor one final tagine before departing Morocco.

You might choose to stroll through the lush blue-and-botanical oasis of Jardin Majorelle, originally created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by Yves Saint Laurent.

History lovers may prefer to explore the ornate courtyards and intricate tilework of Bahia Palace or the atmospheric ruins of El Badi Palace. Another fascinating stop is the beautifully preserved Saadian Tombs — a centuries-old royal burial site rediscovered in the early 20th century.

This evening, if you feel pulled back to Jemaa el-Fnaa and its surrounding medina, consider dinner at one of the many rooftop or open-air restaurants lining the square — a lively and fitting way to toast the end of your Moroccan adventure.

Included:

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

• Meals: Breakfast

• Accommodation: Riad

Depending on your flight time, you may have a bit of free time to enjoy Marrakech at your own pace before heading to the airport and beginning your journey home.

Included:

• Activities: Departure (at your own expense)

• Meals: Breakfast

*Itinerary is subject to change.