2027 Morocco Group Tour
2nd April to 17th April 2027
Join us on a 16 day, 15 night group tour through the heart of Morocco. Step into a land of vibrant souks, ancient medinas, exquisite craftmanship, breathtaking mountain vistas and soulful connections with an incredible group of humans.
April 2027
From the grand medinas of Fes to the bustling streets of Marrakech, the serene valleys of the High Atlas, and the windswept charm of Essaouira, this journey reveals the many layers of Morocco – mint tea included.
Stroll through vibrant souks, wander narrow alleys lined with centuries old architecture, and taste the rich, fragrant flavours of Moroccan cuisine, from slow cooked tagines to freshly grilled seafood by the ocean. Experience the country’s living traditions, from the meticulous artistry of pottery, leatherwork, and weaving, to the vibrant patterns that decorate kasbahs, riads, and mosques. Meet Berber families in mountain villages, share tea with local artisans, and feel the rhythm of daily life in towns and villages both ancient and timeless.
This tour supports local communities, preserves Morocco’s cultural heritage, and offers an unforgettable travel experience that nourishes your mind, body, and spirit, from traditional hammam rituals to the warmth of Berber hospitality in the High Atlas.
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Visit the UNESCO listed Ait Ben Haddou
Wander the souks of Marrakech
Artisanal shopping in Fes & Essaouria
Weaving, silversmithing & mosaic workshops with local artisans
Hammam spa treatments
Tagine Cooking Class
Traditional lunch with local a family
Guided Medina walking tours exploring Islamic & Jewish history & architecture
Traditional Riad stays
Carpet Shopping
Yoga to nourish your mind and body
Gentle guided walks in the Atlas Mountains
& Much more!
For more information on a precise daily schedule, please contract us.
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15 nights of 3 & 4* accommodation
Daily breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Air conditioned vehicle transfers throughout the journey
Entrance fees to most activities
English speaking guide
Australian group host
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From AUD $6200 pp twin share
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We stay in boutique 3 & 4 star properties. Example properties include:
Barcelo Casablanca
Riad Yacout
Riad Semlalia
Ksar Anika Boutique Hotel & Spa
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Dar Imlil
Madada Mogador
Please note these are not final and may change due to availability
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We can help with pre and post tour accommodation & flights, including extensions in Europe.
Moroccos magic will stay with your forever, we can promise that. Spaces are limited to 12. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary adventure.
Itinerary
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Welcome to Morocco! Your adventure begins in the vibrant coastal city of Casablanca. Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, where you can settle in and relax.
At 6pm head out for a delicious welcome dinner at a local restaurant, where you’ll enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine and soak in the city’s unique atmosphere.
Meals Included: Dinner
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This morning, begin your journey with a visit to the awe-inspiring Hassan II Mosque, a masterpiece of Moroccan craftsmanship dramatically set on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
With its towering minaret and intricate tilework, it’s a powerful introduction to the country’s architectural grandeur.
From here, travel north to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital. Explore the serene Kasbah des Oudaias, a peaceful enclave of blue-and-white homes overlooking the river, where you’ll pause for a traditional mint tea in a tranquil garden café.
Continue to the striking Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret that stands as a symbol of Rabat’s imperial past, and visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a beautifully decorated resting place of the beloved king.
In the afternoon, journey inland to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, where you’ll settle in for the night and prepare to explore its rich history tomorrow.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Start the day with a relaxed breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy a calm morning exploring Meknes at your own pace. Less crowded than Fes or Marrakech, the city offers a peaceful stroll through historic streets. Wander past the grand Bab Mansour gate, soak in the atmosphere of El Hedim Square where locals gather, or browse the covered markets selling olives, spices, and fresh produce. The medina here feels authentic and local, without the heavy tourist presence.
Later, travel a short distance to Fes, winding through rolling hills and farmland along the way. Upon arrival, check into your riad and enjoy lunch on your own before gathering for a hands-on cultural experience.
Explore the medina with your guide as you visit a traditional artisan workshop to discover Morocco’s iconic pottery and mosaic (zellige) crafts. Meet master artisans whose skills have been passed down through generations. Observe the pottery process, from shaping natural clay on a traditional wheel to learning about decorative patterns that have adorned Moroccan palaces, fountains, mosques, and riads for centuries. Then move to the mosaic demonstration, where small colorful tiles are cut and arranged by hand into intricate geometric designs.
Finally, try your hand at decorating a ceramic piece, guided by the artisans to create a small tile or plate featuring traditional Moroccan patterns a hands-on introduction to two of Morocco’s most celebrated crafts.
Return to your riad and enjoy the evening at leisure. Your guide can suggest local dining options, from casual neighborhood spots to rooftop restaurants overlooking the medina.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Today dive deep into the soul of Fes, one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating medieval cities. With a local guide leading the way, step into the labyrinthine alleys of the Fes el-Bali medina - a UNESCO World Heritage site bursting with life, colors, and centuries of history.
Discover hidden corners and bustling souks as artisans hammer copper, dye leather, and weave textiles using age-old techniques. Visit the beautifully restored Funduk Nejjarine, once an inn for traveling merchants and now a museum showcasing exquisite woodwork and traditional crafts.
Then, take a break in a quiet courtyard café for a glass of sweet mint tea an ideal moment to rest and soak in the medina’s atmosphere.
Refreshed, continue to the city’s iconic tanneries, where vibrant dye pits and ancient leather making traditions offer a vivid glimpse into Fes’s artisanal legacy.
Marvel next at the intricate tilework and serene courtyard of the Medersa Attarine, a 14th-century theological college that stands as a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
The rest of the day is yours to explore more of the medina or relax at your accommodation.
Included Meals: Breakfast
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Begin the morning with a hands-on leather crafting workshop in the heart of the medina at a family-run workshop that has been creating leather goods for three generations. The master craftsman will introduce you to the different types of Moroccan leather: camel, goat, and sheep, and explain how hides from the Fes tanneries arrive pre-dyed and ready to work.
You’ll then craft your own leather item, choosing from a coin purse, phone case, small bag, or card holder. Guided step by step, you’ll cut, punch, and stitch your piece using traditional techniques like the saddle stitch. Add your own finishing touches with leather stamping, fringe, braiding, or button closures. By the end of the morning, you’ll have a beautiful handmade leather creation to take home.
Return to your hotel for some free time. Enjoy lunch on your own, explore more of the medina, shop for souvenirs, or simply relax in the hotel courtyard.
In the evening, experience a home-cooked Moroccan dinner with a local family. Gather around a low table as the family serves fresh Moroccan salads, hearty tagines, and, if you like, vegetarian couscous. Hear stories of daily life in the medina, learn about local traditions, and share conversation with your hosts. Finish with seasonal fruit, Moroccan cookies, and sweet mint tea before returning to your hotel, full of flavours, stories, and memories from a truly authentic day.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
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This morning, leave behind the winding alleys of Fes and board a comfortable train bound for Marrakech, journeying through Morocco’s diverse landscapes from olive groves and cedar forests to arid plains and ochre-hued villages.
Upon arrival in the vibrant Red City, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace.
You might choose to unwind at your accommodation, sip mint tea on a rooftop terrace, or take a gentle stroll through the lively streets near Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Today you’ll explore the vibrant city of Marrakech with a friendly local guide, discovering its iconic sights and hidden corners.
Begin at the Koutoubia Mosque, famous for its tall tower visible across the city. Stroll through the peaceful gardens nearby and learn about the mosque’s history and significance.
Next, visit the stunning Bahia Palace, with its open courtyards, fragrant orange trees, and beautifully decorated interiors. Marvel at the colorful tiles, intricate carvings, and lush gardens, while your guide shares the stories of the wealthy family who once called this palace home.
Wander into the medina, the UNESCO-protected old city. Meander through narrow streets lined with shops and market stalls, where artisans craft leather goods, metal lamps, rugs, and more. Take your time to admire or purchase these traditional items as you go.
Continue to the Medersa Ben Youssef, an ancient Islamic school. Explore the intricately carved wood, plasterwork, and colorful tile designs, and peek into the small student rooms surrounding the central courtyard while learning about life and study in this historic school.
Finish your tour at Djemaa el-Fna, the bustling main square of Marrakech. Experience the energy of street performers, musicians, dancers, and food stalls offering fresh orange juice, dates, and local treats. Sit, watch, and soak in the lively atmosphere - it’s the heart and soul of the city.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Start the day with a hands-on Moroccan cooking class at Lala Zahra, located in the heart of the Marrakech medina. Meet your guide and host, who will introduce you to the essential ingredients of Moroccan cuisine - fresh herbs, preserved lemons, olives, olive oil, and fragrant spice blends like ras el hanout.
Take a short stroll through nearby market stalls to see the colorful vegetables, spices, and herbs used in your cooking. Then, back in the kitchen, prepare a traditional Moroccan meal step by step under the guidance of your host. Dishes may include a classic chicken or vegetable tagine, a fresh Moroccan salad, and the famous mint tea ritual. Learn authentic techniques such as layering spices, slow-cooking in a clay tagine, and balancing sweet and savory flavours. Once complete, sit down to enjoy the meal you helped create in a warm, relaxed setting.
In the afternoon, visit the Majorelle Garden, a tranquil oasis filled with bamboo, palms, cacti, and water lilies. Admire the striking cobalt blue buildings and wander through shaded paths away from the medina’s bustle. Explore the Berber Museum within the garden, showcasing traditional jewelry, textiles, and objects from across Morocco.
Next, step into the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, where the designer’s iconic work and his connection to Morocco are on display, reflecting the country’s colours, patterns, and culture.
The afternoon concludes with free time to return to your hotel, freshen up, and enjoy an evening at leisure. Your guide can suggest dining options ranging from casual street food to fine restaurants in Marrakech.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
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Depart the ochre city and set off on the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou – a hilltop site almost unchanged since the 11th century. Its grand kasbah is one of the most beautiful in Morocco and the fortified village is a fine example of clay architecture. You may recognise the site from Game of Thrones or its long list of film credits.
Walk through the winding streets of the Old Town, making your way to the top of the hill for some scenic views.
Visit Taman’Art Space, an art studio and cultural centre created by a local artist. Meet with the artist and founder and talk about his methods, inspiration and process, all while sipping a cup of tea on the terrasse, surrounded by gorgeous views.
After, visit Tawesna – a local teahouse on the river for a tasty lunch including freshly made Amazigh bread, soup, Moroccan sweets and mint tea.
This community-run establishment provides women with a small income to support themselves and their children. The women use natural ingredients sourced from local cooperatives to prepare the tea and pastries, taking great pride in sharing their stories and giving visitors an authentic Amazigh experience.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Discover the ancient art of Berber carpet weaving in the iconic UNESCO-listed village of Ait Benhaddou.
Join localAmazigh women in a hands-on workshop where tradition comes to life. Learn to weave on a loom, explore natural dye techniques, and uncover the symbolic meanings behind each pattern. More than a craft, it’s a story of heritage, identity, and community, passed down through generations.
A unique cultural experience in one of Morocco’s most breathtaking settings.
The rest of the day is free to explore at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Depart for the High Atlas Mountains, leaving the desert behind and passing through Berber villages with flat-roofed houses perched on hillsides. As the landscape turns green, walnut trees and terraced fields signal your approach to the mountains.
Arrive in Imlil, a peaceful village at 1,740 meters in the foothills of Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak. Check into your mountain guesthouse, run by a local Berber family, with simple but comfortable rooms arranged around a courtyard and communal meals.
Enjoy lunch with a view of the mountains, then take a short walk through the village. Observe daily life—women collecting water, men tending fields, children playing, and mules carrying supplies along the paths.
In the evening, gather for dinner at the guesthouse and step outside afterwards to marvel at the clear, star-filled mountain sky.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Start the day with an optional guided walk through the Atlas Mountains, suitable for all fitness levels. Stroll along gentle paths past terraced fields, fruit trees, and small villages built from stone and clay. Learn about traditional irrigation, Berber culture, and mountain life, while taking in stunning views of the valley and Mount Toubkal. The walk focuses on experiencing the landscape and culture rather than distance, and lasts about 2–3 hours.
Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch with a local Berber family. Sit on cushions, sip fresh mint tea, and share a homemade meal prepared with seasonal, local ingredients. Listen to stories about daily life in the mountains and enjoy the authentic connection of a family meal.
In the afternoon, visit Cooperative Adrar, a women’s carpet workshop in Imlil. Watch skilled artisans weave carpets by hand using techniques passed down through generations. Learn about the time, skill, and care involved in each piece, and support local livelihoods if you wish to purchase a carpet.
Return to the hotel and enjoy a free afternoon to relax, explore the village, or simply soak in the peaceful mountain setting. Dinner is served at the hotel in the evening, followed by a quiet night surrounded by the Atlas Mountains.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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After breakfast, leave the mountains behind and set out for the Atlantic coast, passing back through Marrakech and the rolling countryside. Stop at a roadside café to stretch your legs, then continue through argan tree country, where goats climb the thorny trees and local cooperatives produce argan oil.
Approaching the coast, the air turns salty and cool as the landscape shifts to greener fields and wind-swept plains. Arrive in Essaouira, a relaxed and artistic coastal town with white-washed buildings, blue shutters, and a vibrant medina.
Check into your coastal riad, many with terraces offering ocean views, and then head to the fishing port for lunch. Choose from the day’s fresh catch - sardines, sea bass, calamari, shrimp - and watch as it is grilled to perfection right before you. Enjoy your simple, unforgettable meal with bread, olives, and fresh salad.
Spend the afternoon at your own pace, walking along the historic ramparts built by the Portuguese and exploring the medina’s art galleries, craft shops, and cafes. The evening is free for dinner, with options ranging from beachfront eateries to rooftop restaurants overlooking the Atlantic.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Start the day with a visit to Argana Crafts, a short drive from the medina, where traditional Moroccan artisans work in thuya wood carving, silver jewelry, pottery, and weaving. Choose a workshop for the morning:
Thuya Wood Carving – Learn about the fragrant, reddish thuya wood and watch a master artisan demonstrate carving and inlay techniques. Then, create your own small piece, polishing it with natural oils to bring out its rich color and scent.
Silver Jewelry Making – Discover Essaouira’s silver traditions, from Berber fibulas to geometric designs. Shape and decorate your own ring, pendant, or earrings using traditional tools and techniques, finishing with a polished piece to take home.
Both workshops include breaks for mint tea. Afterwards, return to your riad for lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour of the medina, exploring Essaouira’s rich history and diverse influences. Walk the ramparts at the Skala de la Ville, visit the Jewish quarter, see artisans at work, and discover the city’s living craft culture.
End the tour at a sunset viewpoint overlooking the Atlantic. The evening is free to enjoy your final night in Essaouira, dining at a beachfront café or wandering the medina streets one last time.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Return to the vibrant heart of Casablanca for your final day in Morocco.
With the rest of the day free, you may choose to dive into the city’s legendary souks perfect for picking up last-minute gifts, handmade crafts, or that one-of-a-kind piece you’ve been eyeing.
In the evening, gather for a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant, where you’ll share stories, laughter, and one last taste of Moroccan hospitality.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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After an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s, it’s time to say goodbye. your group departure transfer to Marrakech airport will be arranged based on your flight details.