Embark on a captivating 7-day journey through Morocco, a vibrant North African country that seamlessly blends ancient traditions with modern charm. Experience the magic of cities like Marrakesh, with its bustling souks and historic medinas, and explore the serene coastal town of Essaouira. Discover the stunning landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and the Ourika Valley, and enjoy a unique cultural immersion with a visit to a traditional Berber village and a Women’s Argan Oil Cooperative. From the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine to the warm hospitality of its people, this week-long adventure offers a mesmerizing mix of colors, sounds, and scents that create unforgettable memories for every traveler.
Note: We recommend leaving the US on September 20th so that your flight arrival is in the AM on September 21st early enough to join your group for the Day 1 activities. Should you wish to arrive on September 20th instead, pre-trip hotel charges will be added to your final bill.
Arrival in Morocco
Welcome to Marrakesh and the beginning of your
exceptional holiday. You will be driven in a private
car from the airport to your guesthouse, a
traditional riad in the exotic Marrakesh Medina.
Day 2: Marrakech Guided tour
Welcome to Marrakesh and the beginning of your
exceptional holiday. You will be picked up by your
driver and local guide to explore the Majorelle
Gardens located in the new town before it gets
crowded, you will head to the medina, and the main
square of Jemaa el-Fnaa, known as La Place locally
Day 3: Atlas Mountains Day
A change of pace with a drive into the High Atlas
Mountains anytime you wish, but most of the time
the check-in is around midday. time at your leisure
to enjoy the beauty of the famous Richard
Branson’s magical retreat in Morocco’s Atlas
Mountains.
Day 4: Hamam at Les Bains D’Azahra – Agafay
Desert
Enjoy a leisurely morning. At 10:00, you all have an
appointment at Les Bains d’Azahra for a great
experience, then in the afternoon you will be
transferred to the nearby Agafay Desert for an
afternoon exploration. Upon arrival at the dramatic
stone landscape of the desert, experience a camel
ride before settling into your Desert Camp for an
evening under the stars. Return to Marrakech after
dinner.
Day 5 : Marrakech – Essaouira
From Marrakesh, we will go to a beach town in Morocco. We will escape to the Medina Souks and experience traditional shopping in Marrakech. This evening, toast to a vibrant week of new memories in Morocco.
Day 6 : Visit of Argan Cooperative
We will embark on a journey to visit a women’s
cooperative renowned for producing Argan
oil. This unique and valuable oil is harvested from
trees that grow primarily between Essaouira and
Agadir. During our visit, we will spend time with the
dedicated women of the cooperative, gaining hands-on experience in the traditional methods of Argan oil extraction.
Day 7: Departure
Your Morocco adventure will be coming to an end
today. Private transportation will escort you back to the airport.