Morocco in Nine Days: Cities and High Passes
As you venture into Morocco's heart, local experts guide you through the bustling souks of Marrakech and the 9,000 alleys of Fes' UNESCO-listed medina. But the true magic unfolds in the Atlas Mountains, where you will experience the hospitality of the Berber people over a home cooked meal - just one of the moments crafted by your Destination Expert to highlight Morocco’s true spirit.
- Duration
- 9 days, 8 nights
- Route
- Casablanca · Fes · Marrakech · High Atlas Mountains
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $4,240 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Wander Fes, Morocco's artisan heart, exploring its ancient medina and vibrant tannery.
- Navigate Marrakech with a private guide, exploring exquisite ceramics and mosaic tombs.
- Discover the exotic flora of Majorelle Gardens, before relaxing on a sunset carriage ride.
- Experience the warmth of Berber hospitality with a home-cooked meal in the Atlas Mountains.
- Ask your Destination Expert about activities during your luxury stay at Kasbah du Toubkal.
Every day, already yours.
Get In and Get Some Rest
Upon arrival into Casablanca, make your way to the Aspire desk, where you will be given a voucher to access the fast track line. After completing your Customs and Immigration procedures and collecting your luggage, you will be met by your Guide and Driver upon exit.
- Airport Meet & Greet
- Morocco Welcome Package
- Private Airport Transfer
See the Signature Sights in Style
Dramatically perched on Casablanca’s coastline and overlooking the majestic Atlantic, the Hassan II Mosque is one of the largest places of worship on Earth. Visit this astounding, state-of-the-art mosque on a guided tour and learn why it has quickly become a beacon of pride of this North African nation. The inside of the mosque can accommodate up to 25 000 worshipers, which positions it among the World’s biggest structures of this kind.
- Visit to Hassan II Mosque
- Casablanca to Fes via Meknes & Volubilis (8 hrs) - Private
It’s All Ancient History
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
En Route
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
A Town Frozen in Time
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
Strolling the Magical Streets
Acquired by French painter Jacques Majorelle in 1922 and later by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé in 1980, the Jardin Majorelle is among Marrakech's most distinctive spaces. Your private guide leads you through curated plantings of cacti, palms, and rare species set around pools and fountains, then on to the Menara Gardens and its 12th-century pool edged by olive trees and a restored Saadian pavilion.
- Private Guide
- Private Marrakech Gardens & Museums Tour | 4 hrs
- Golden Hour by Carriage (3-4 hrs) - Private
Nurtured by Nature
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
Cultural Immersion
Prepare for a day of exploration and cultural enrichment as you head out aboard a 4-wheel-drive vehicle into the picturesque surroundings of the High Atlas Mountains Ranges accompanied by a local expert guide. Depart in the morning from Asni to the hamlet of Imlil where the off-road adventure begins. Enjoy the view as you'll be driven along the serpentine, non-graveled roads to one of the highest perched villages of the range, some 2000 feet high.
- Private Guide
- Villages, Vistas & Living Traditions (with Homemade Lunch, 6-8 hrs) - Private
Head Home
A private vehicle with English speaking driver will provide a transfer from the High Atlas Mountain region to Casablanca. The approximate travel time is four to five hours.
- High Atlas Mountains to Casablanca (4-5 hrs) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche
Located in the heart of the business district, opposite the Hassan II mosque, the hotel has 141 rooms and 30 suites, each of which boasts an innovative design combining comfort, modernity and luxury.
Riad Maison Bleue
Renovated from ruins, Riad Maison Bleue, the sister property to La Maison Bleue, is an elegant hotel that successfully combines traditional Moroccan influences with modern sensibilities. The 18 suites, comfortable restaurant, private spa and hammam, well-equipped gym and intimate bar exude an air of discreet luxury.
Sofitel Palais Imperial
Moorish magnificence melts to French indulgence in this luxury Marrakech hotel. Set in lush fountained gardens of fragrant herbs, bougainvilleas and a palm-fringed pool, the palace is impressive in its majesty.
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.