Lisbon and Marrakech: Atlantic to Atlas
Your journey begins on Lisbon’s cobbled streets, where private guides share city secrets. A drive along the Atlantic winds through Cascais and Cabo da Roca to Sintra’s mountaintop palace. Marrakech then stirs the senses with palaces, souks, and spice-laden tastings before you retreat to a kasbah in the High Atlas. With your Destination Expert’s planning, every detail is personalized.
- Duration
- 9 days, 8 nights
- Route
- Lisbon · Marrakech · High Atlas Mountains
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $5,470 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Hear soulful Fado in Lisbon and explore city icons from Alfama to Belem Tower with your guide.
- Drive the Atlantic coast to Cascais and Cabo da Roca, ending with Sintra’s fairytale Pena Palace.
- Uncover Marrakech with a local expert, from Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs to chef-led tastings.
- Retreat to a traditional Kasbah in the High Atlas with guided hikes and Berber village dining.
- Let your Destination Expert curate optional adventures, from mountain biking and hammam rituals.
Every day, already yours.
You’ve Arrived
Meet your driver for a private airport transfer. For your added comfort, an English speaking assistant will greet you outside the customs with personalized signage. Your representative will help co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
- Airport with Meet & Greet - Private Transfer
- Portugal Welcome Package
- Fado Show in Lisboa (1.5 hrs)
Hit the Streets
Embark on a half a day tour with a private guide and driver uncovering two very different sides of Lisbon. Start above the city with panoramic views of St. George's Castle and the red-tiled rooftops, before you descend on foot into the Moorish lanes of Alfama, your guide bringing the quarter to life around you.
- Private Lisbon Tour with Alfama & Belém | 4 hrs
- Time at Leisure
Winding the Wind-Swept Shorelines
Depart Lisbon for a scenic coastal drive, spotting several sandy beaches hidden within the cliffs, protected by 17th-century fortresses along the coast. Visit the beautiful resort town of Estoril, known as the home of Casino Estoril and Hotel Palácio, former rendezvous points for WWII spies and their handlers at a time when Portugal remained politically neutral. Admire the 17th-century Forte da Cruz castle, set behind a backdrop of palm trees.
- Estoril, Cascais, Cabo da Roca & Sintra with Pena Palace (8 hrs) - Private Tour
Ride the Rails
Board a direct flight from Lisbon to Marrakech. Approximate flight duration is one hour and 30 minutes.
- Private Airport-Port Transfer
- Air - Lisbon - Marrakech [1.5 hrs] - Economy
- Private Airport Transfer
- Private Guide
- Souk Evening Visit with Tea & Pastries (2-3 hrs)
A Walk Through the Past
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
City Streets and Tasty Treats
With the help of a local guide and a Moroccan chef, your food tasting and spices tour will take place in Jemaa el Fna Square, the epicenter of social life in Marrakech. Exotic snail soups, chicken and lamb skewers, potato cakes and several other tasteful treats await in an atmosphere of culinary pleasure.
- Private Guide
- A Chef’s Food Tour of Jemaa el Fna (with Tastings, 4-5 hrs) - Private
A Change of Scenery
A private vehicle with English speaking driver will provide a transfer between Marrakech and the High Atlas Mountain region. The approximate travel time is one hour.
- Marrakech to High Atlas Mountains (1.5 hrs) - Private Transfer
- Kasbah Toubkal: Optional Activities
Breathe the Mountain Air
The High Atlas Mountain region boasts a wide variety of trekking possibilities, and is suitable for visitors of all ages. For those unable to meet the physical demands of trekking with equipment, mule support for transporting bags or travelers can be provided at an additional cost. An experienced guide will accompany each trek, and will provide historical information about the area`s visited. Minimum two people for hiking activity.
- Private Guide
- High Atlas Mountains Hike - Private
- Dining at Kasbah Toubkal
Until Next Time…
A private transfer from High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech Airport is provided. Approximate transfer duration is one hour.
- High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech Airport (1 hr) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Heritage Avenida Liberdade is a boutique lifestyle hotel located in the historic center of Lisbon. The blue facade of the Heritage Avenida Liberdade's 18th century building stands out on the prime artery of the capital - Avenida da Liberdade.
La Maison Arabe
La Maison Arabe is a legendary hotel located in the romantic medina of Marrakech and features elegant rooms and suites, unique and traditional menus at the restaurants, a swimming pool, spa and cooking school. The hotel is built around 2 flower-filled patios. In the center of one is a refreshing fountain.
Kasbah du Toubkal
The Kasbah du Toubkal is an extraordinary venture, the product of an imaginative Berber and European partnership. There is a shared belief that the beauty of the Toubkal National Park should be accessible to all who respect it.