Across the Strait: Andalusia into Morocco
Cross from Andalusia’s Moorish palaces to Morocco’s maze-like medinas on a private journey rich in history. Explore Seville’s cathedral and flamenco roots, dine with Alhambra views, then ferry to Tangier and delve into Morocco’s northern gateway. From Chefchaouen’s blue alleys to Fes and Marrakech’s vibrant souks, your Destination Expert crafts a rich, cross-cultural discovery.
- Duration
- 12 days, 11 nights
- Route
- Seville · Granada · Tarifa · Tangier · Fes
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $5,550 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Visit Seville's UNESCO-listed icons: Alcazar and the largest Gothic cathedral in the world.
- Unveil Granada’s crown jewel, the Moorish Alhambra Palace, with your private guide.
- Wander the blue-painted streets of Morocco’s famous “Blue City" en route to Fes.
- Hike the Atlas Mountains, then enjoy a luxe lunch at Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot.
- Consult your Destination Expert for the authentic best of Fes and Marrakech.
Every day, already yours.
Get In and Get Some Rest
For your added comfort, we will have an English speaking assistant waiting for you at the hotel lobby. Your representative will help you to check in and walk you through the welcome package documents.
- Meet & Greet - Assistant-Weekday
- Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Spain Welcome Package
Sights and Insights
Meet your private guide and set out on foot for a walking tour today, visiting a pair of Seville's most outstanding monuments: Seville Cathedral, and the Seville Royal Alcazar. Begin with a stroll around Barrio de Santa Cruz, formerly the Jewish quarter, and the most picturesque and delightful part of the city, with narrow winding cobbled streets and whitewashed houses.
- Monumental Walking Tour: Seville Cathedral & Royal Alcazar (3 hrs) - Private
- Flamenco Show at El Arenal (with Drink, 1.5 hrs)
A Walk Through the Past
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Granada. Approximate travel time is 3 hours.
- Transfer - Private - Seville - Granada [3 hrs] - Vehicle/Driver
- 1/2 Day Albaicin Quarter Walking Tour (with Dinner, 5 hrs) - Private
Explore with an Expert
Intricate Moorish architecture, lush gardens, and a rich history spanning centuries converge as you join your private local guide on site for a tour of the Alhambra Palace, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site in Granada. On a rocky hill, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and within the eldest quarter of the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle, with its distinctive reddish stone in its ramparts which prevent the...
- Alhambra Palace Tour (2.5 hrs) - Private Tour
- Optional Cultural Activities
The Journey Continues…
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Tarifa. Approximate travel time is 3 hours.
- Transfer - Private - Granada - Tarifa [3 hrs] - Vehicle/Driver
- Ferry - Tarifa - Tangier [1 hr] - Premium Class - Foot Passenger
- Welcome to Morocco
- Private Port Transfer
Strolling the Magical Streets
Travel today between Tangier and Fes in a private vehicle with an English speaking driver and guide. On route, enjoy some brief touring including a visit to the beautiful city of Chefchaouen. Located in the mountainous massif, Chefchaouen is the last rampart before the Mediterranean Sea and the Iberian Peninsula. Chefchaouen is famed for its busy Medina, white-washed houses with blue turquoise doors, wrought iron windows and tile covered roofs.
- Tangier to Fes with Chefchaouen Tour (6 hrs) - Private Transfer
A Journey Back in Time
Step back in time to the Middle Ages with a visit to Fes el Bali, the world's largest and oldest living medieval medina, and the cultural heart of Morocco. Wander through its maze of 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys, and souks that form the city’s historic core. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was once a renowned hub of learning.
- Private Guide
- Essence of Fes (6-8 hrs) - Private
- Evening Tea & Pastries at Rooftop Cafe (2 hrs)
It’s All Ancient History
Today, depart from Fes with your private guide and driver to explore the Imperial City of Meknes and the Roman city of Volubilis. In antiquity, Volubilis was an important Roman town situated near the furthest western frontier of Roman conquest, built atop the ruins of a previous Carthaginian settlement from the 3rd century CE.
- Private Guide
- Exploring the Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes Imperial City (6-8 hrs) - Private
On the Road Again
Travel in a privately driven vehicle from Fes to Marrakech, making a lunch stop en-route. Explore the rugged terrain of the Middle Atlas Mountain range, boasting towering cliff faces, and incredible passes. Drive by the scenic Berber villages of Immouzer de Kandar and the university town of Ifrane for a glimpse into rural living in Morocco. Explore the Kasbah of Ras El Ain and mingle among the merchants to find the perfect gift.
- Fes to Marrakech via Atlas Valley (with Lunch, 10-11 hrs) - Private Transfer
Explore a City of Contrasts
The sweeping and dynamic history of Marrakech - an imperial capital in centuries past - is best appreciated with the help of a private guide. Today, begin your tour of the Ochre City with a visit to the Koutoubia Mosque. Constructed in the 12th century, it’s known for its a beautiful minaret which can be seen from nearly every approach to the city due to a long-standing ordinance that forbids any other building in the old city to rise above the height of...
- Private Guide
- Marvels of Marrakech (6-8 hrs) - Private
Venture into the Outdoors
Today, set out with your guide and driver to explore the High Atlas Mountains, accenting the experience with lunch at Kasbah Tamadot, an incredible oasis-like resort. On the way, you'll make brief stops at the Berber villages of Tahanoute and Asni before arriving at Tamadot. The Kasbah Tamadot is located on the outskirts of Asni, a small Berber village where the road branches off to Imlil and the Toubkal Massif.
- Private Guide
- High Atlas Mountains Discovery (with Lunch at Kasbah Tamadot, 6-8 hrs) - Private
Pack Your Bags
A private vehicle with English speaking driver will provide a transfer between Marrakech and Casablanca. The approximate travel time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Marrakech to Casablanca (3 hrs) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Hospes Casas del Rey de Baeza
Tucked away in a peaceful corner of Seville, Hospes Casas del Rey de Baeza brings the refined elegance of Andalusian living to the city’s vibrant center. Housed in a restored 18th-century palace, the hotel blends traditional Moorish and Baroque architecture with modern luxury and features a serene courtyard garden...
NH Collection Granada Victoria
Housed in a graceful early 20th-century building, NH Collection Granada Victoria is perfectly positioned in the heart of the city. Step outside and find yourself just minutes from the cathedral, Royal Chapel, Bib-Rambla square, and the lively Alcaiceria market, with the Alhambra also within walking distance.
Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort & Spa
Overlooking the ocean within 60 acres of protected forest, Hilton Tangier Al Houara Resort & Spa is just steps away from the beach. Although located just outside of Tangier, the property provides a convenient base for you to explore the old city and the Kasbah away from the hustle and bustle of this oceanside hub.
Hotel Sahrai
The five-star Hotel Sahrai, designed by the architect and designer Christophe Pillet, enjoys spectacular views of the largest medina in the Arab world, taking in twelve centuries of the city’s history in one fell swoop.
Riad Kniza
Dating from the 18th century, Riad Kniza is a small, luxury "Hotel de Charme" in the heart of the old Médina of Marrakech, completely restored using traditional materials and artisans to recreate an authentic Moroccan experience as in days gone by.