MOROCCO
MOROCCO
JANUARY 22 – FEBRUARY 2, 2027
Morocco is one of those places that completely takes your breath away — think winding medinas, rooftop sunsets over terracotta rooftops, and the smell of spices drifting through ancient souks. We’re talking camel rides at the edge of the Sahara, hammam spa days, and some of the most incredible food you’ve ever tasted. It’s an adventure unlike anything else, and honestly, it’s way more fun with company — so come with me!
Our Journey Details in Brief
January 22- Depart USA
Day 1 – Saturday, January 23: –Arrival to Casablanca, Morocco and on to Rabat
Day 2 – Sunday, January 24: Exploring Rabat and on to Fez
Day 3 – Monday, January 25: Discovering Fez
Day 4 – Tuesday, January 26: Fez to Merzouga and into the Sahara Dunes
Day 5 – Wednesday, January 27: Sahara Desert
Day 6 – Thursday, January 28: Sahara Desert to Skoura
Day 7 – Friday, January 29: Skoura to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou and evening visit to the The Square, Jemaa el Fna, and the Markets
Day 8 – Saturday, January 30: Majorelle Gardens, YSL Museum, Side Car Adventure and Walking in the Medina
Day 9 – Sunday, January 31: Marrakech at Leisure
Day 10 – Monday, February 1: A Day in the High Atlas Mountains
Day 11 – Tuesday, February 2: Departure from Morocco
Journey
Day 1: Saturday, January 23 Arrival to Casablanca, Morocco and on to Rabat
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca Airport, meet our representative after the luggage and customs area. He/she will be carrying a sign with your name. You will have VIP Fast Track arrival. We will have a quick city tour and a visit to the mosque in Casablanca. Then we depart for Rabat. Rabat is the capital city of Morocco and serves as one of the country’s four imperial cities, along with Marrakech, Fes, and Meknes. Situated along the Atlantic Ocean on the northwest coast of Morocco, Rabat is known for its historical significance, cultural richness, and modern infrastructure.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Accommodations
Hotel: The Fairmont Sale
Check In: January 23, 2027
Check Out: January 24, 2027
Number of Nights: 1
Room(s): Standard Room
Included with your room rate: Breakfast
Nestled by the Bouregreg Fairmont La Marina Rabat Salé features 186 elegant rooms, exceptional restaurants and an outstanding spa. Perfect for business and leisure, it’s only 20 minutes from Rabat-Salé Airport and 10 minutes from the vibrant Medina and Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Discover the ideal blend of comfort and culture!
Meals Included Today: Dinner
Day 2: Sunday, January 24 Exploring Rabat and on to Fez
Enjoy breakfast, and we will then pay a visit to Rabat. Your stops can include:
Kasbah of the Udayas:
One of Rabat’s notable attractions is the Kasbah of the Udayas, a historic fortress and residential area with narrow winding streets, white and blue buildings, and scenic views of the Bou Regreg River.
Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V:
The Hassan Tower is a minaret of an incomplete mosque, and nearby stands the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, where the former king and his two sons are buried. The site is an important religious and historical landmark.
Chellah:
A visit to Chellah offers a peaceful escape into one of Rabat’s most atmospheric historic sites, where Roman ruins and a medieval Islamic necropolis sit within lush, garden-like grounds. Wander through crumbling arches, ancient columns, and quiet pathways while storks nest atop the old minaret—creating a uniquely serene, almost mystical experience just minutes from the city center.
Then we will make a stop for a lovely lunch at the marina before we head to Volubilis. Embark on a journey through time as you explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the rolling hills of northern Morocco. Wander among the well-preserved mosaics, towering columns, and grand arches of this once-thriving city, marveling at the remnants of its illustrious past.
End the day at your hotel in Fez.
Accommodations
Hotel: Riad Fez, Relais & Chateaux
Check In: January 24, 2027
Check Out: January 26, 2027
Number of Nights: 2
Room(s): Deluxe Superior
Included with your room rate: Breakfast
About Riad Fes:
Riad Fès is one of the most refined riads in Morocco and a proud member of Relais & Châteaux. Located within the ancient medina of Fez, the property combines traditional Moroccan architecture with elegant contemporary touches, offering an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. The riad is known for its exceptional service, beautiful courtyards, fine dining, and panoramic rooftop views over the city.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Monday, January 25 Discovering Fez
Meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and set out for a full-day discovery of Fez (Fes), exploring the city’s rich history and architecture. Your stops can include:
Bab Boujloud – Known as the Blue Gate, this striking 1913 entrance to the old city features vibrant blue and green tiles and is perfect for photos, especially at sunset.
Place Nejjarine & Fountain – This charming square is home to a unique fountain and sits above the historic Carpenter’s Souk, where fragrant cedar and skilled craftsmanship abound. Nearby, the dyers’ souk and henna shops showcase traditional Fez arts.
Medersa Bou Inania – A masterpiece of Merinid architecture, this theological college (1350) features marble floors, carved cedar, intricate stucco, and green tiled roofs. Visitors should note that non-Muslims leave during prayer times.
Souks & Medina – Explore the bustling alleys of the medina, where merchants cluster by trade. Highlights include woodworking, henna, and spice markets, including the fragrant El Attarine Souk.
Jewish Heritage – Visit the Mellah, the historic Jewish quarter of Fez, with its synagogue, cemetery, and colorful streets. Learn about the vibrant Jewish community that thrived here for centuries and its enduring cultural influence.
During the day, you will make an included lunch stop in the Medina.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Tuesday, January 26 Fez to Merzouga and into the Sahara Dunes
Your guide and driver will collect you in the morning from your hotel in Fes. Your vehicle has air conditioning, so you will be comfortable on the long (about 8 hours) yet beautiful drive to Merzouga, Southern Morocco. We will stop in the town of Ifrane, which is often referred to as the “Moroccan Switzerland” due to its houses with sloping roofs. These are not typical in Morocco.
Later, we reach Midelt, where we may stop for lunch. This whole area is well known for apple trees. Then it’s back to the car! We continue driving south, arriving at the Errachidia province and the Ziz Valley, known for its date palm trees. The most expensive and biggest Medjoul dates come mainly from this area. Later in the day, we reach Rissani and pass the famous gate to the desert dunes of Erg Chebbi by Merzouga. Here we travel into the desert in our 4WD vehicle to reach the camp for the night. Settle in and enjoy dinner under the African sky, the warm campfire, and traditional drum music.
Accommodations
Hotel: Desert Luxury Tented Camp
Check In: January 26, 2027
Check Out: January 28, 2027
Number of Nights: 2
Room(s): Main Camp Luxury Tent
Included with your room rate: Breakfast & Dinner
About Desert Luxury Tented Camp:
A sea of soft, warm, apricot-toned sands – the undulating landscape of the Erg Chebbi desert is one of Morocco’s most enchanting natural wonders. For millenia, travelers have marveled its infinite stillness – a beauty beyond words. For the weary traveler seeking such restorative magic, we offer a very special retreat: our Erg Chebbi Luxury Desert Camp. Our Luxury Camp offers the visitor an escape from the crowds of the cities – as well as contact with other tourist camps. Aside from your guide and your companions, the only other people you may encounter during your stay are the native Berber Nomads that call this harsh yet beautiful environment home. Whether you choose a private camp experience or elect to stay at our main camp, you will find your senses revived as you relax in an oasis of calm and serenity, taking time as you may to explore one of Earth’s most spectacular natural landscapes.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Wednesday, January 27 Sahara Desert
Your day begins with a deeper exploration of the desert, starting with a visit to a hidden oasis where clusters of palm trees and natural water sources create a striking contrast against the surrounding dunes. This peaceful setting offers insight into how life endures in the Sahara, with small agricultural plots and traditional irrigation still in use.
Continue to a fossil workshop near Erfoud, where artisans reveal the region’s prehistoric past through beautifully preserved marine fossils once formed beneath an ancient sea.
Midday, enjoy a privately arranged luxury picnic set among the dunes, featuring shaded seating and a relaxed meal in complete seclusion.
In the late afternoon, return to camp and set out on a camel ride across the golden dunes at sunset. The gentle pace and shifting light create a serene and memorable close to your day in the Sahara.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Thursday, January 28 Sahara Desert to Skoura
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise, followed by breakfast. Then we will head towards Skoura. After Merzouga, A 4×4 vehicle will transfer you back to Erfoud, where your private vehicle will wait for your onward journey. En route, you will stop at the Dadès Valley, which stretches the imagination. From the daunting High Atlas to the north to the rugged Jebel Saghro range south, the valley is dotted with oases and mudbrick palaces that give the region its fairy-tale nickname – Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs. Located between the chains of the High Atlas and Jebel Saghro, Tinghir offers many opportunities for trekking. Your guide will advise on the trekking opportunities.
Skoura is a town in Ouarzazate Province, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco. Skoura is a fertile oasis lined with immense palm groves. The Kasbah Amerhidil is part of the Skoura palm grove.
Accommodations
Hotel: Ksar El Kebbaba
Check In: January 28, 2027
Check Out: January 29, 2027
Number of Nights: 1
Room(s): Suite
Included with your room rate: Breakfast & Dinner
About Ksar El Kebbaba:
At the heart of the magnificent palm grove of Skoura stands the legendary El Ksar Kabbaba restored traditional guest house. At the hotel, the approach is to provide a return to nature, quiet, with easy things in life, while enjoying the comfort and luxury of large cities. Ksar El Kabbaba offers guests a unique experience of luxury and well-being, while encouraging economic activity. The Kasbah is a kind of traditional ecology, where guests can eat fruits and vegetables from the kitchen garden and bread baked in the oven in the shade of a centenary olive tree, just as it was done in historic times. Ksar Elkabbaba features an outdoor pool, spa, wellness centre, and restaurant. All of the spectacular rooms feature a number of modern amenities including a TV, air conditioning, a seating area, private bathrooms with a shower, and some with views over the garden.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Friday, January 29 Skoura to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou and evening visit to the The Square, Jemaa el Fna, and the Markets
Today, we begin our drive to Marrakech (approx. 4 1/2 hours). En route, we stop at Ait Benhaddou. With the help of some Hollywood touch-ups, this UNESCO-protected red mudbrick ksar 32km from Ouarzazate seems frozen in time, still resembling its days in the 11th century as an Almoravid caravanserai. Movie buffs may recognize it from Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth (for which much of Aït Benhaddou was rebuilt), Jewel of the Nile (note the Egyptian towers), and Gladiator. A less retouched kasbah can be found 6km north along the tarmac from Aït Benhaddou: The Tamdaght kasbah, a crumbling Glaoui fortification topped by storks’ nests. We will make an included lunch stop en route.
You will travel through the collar of Tizi Tichka, the highest passage of Morocco and all of North Africa, as you cross over the High Atlas Mountains. Arrival in Marrakech and check in to your hotel.
Tonight, visit The Square, Jemaa el Fna, and the Markets. Jemaa el-Fna, roughly translated as the Assembly of the Dead, is the main open space in Marrakech and is as old as the city itself. At once the scene of public executions in ancient times, and the city’s cultural epicenter, it’s thronged day and night with a carnival of local life, including snake charmers, dentists, scribes, herbalists, musicians, storytellers, and beggars. We then visit the souks, or traditional market, the largest one in Morocco. It is, in turn, subdivided into some 18 souks, each one of them devoted to a specific trade or craftsmanship – from spices or ironwork to the ingredients necessary for casting magic spells.
You will also enjoy an included dinner overlooking the square.
Accommodations
Hotel: La Sultana
Check In: January 29, 2027
Check Out: February 2, 2027
Number of Nights: 4
Room(s): Riad Room
Included with your room rate: Breakfast Included
About La Sultana:
La Sultana Marrakech, an authentic Signature Hotel 5* Deluxe is a real timeless palace and a proud member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and of Great Hotels of the World. Designed for lovers of hotels where every piece of architecture is unique. La Sultana Marrakech is ideally located in the old city just a stone’s throw from the main attractions, ten minutes walk from Jemaa El Fna square. Outdoors heated swimming pool with jet stream – Panoramic terraces with amazing views and corners (misted solarium, bar, gazebo, open air massage rooms…) – Pool table – Fully equipped private meeting rooms – Free wifi – Library – Boutique – Lift – Lounge Bar – Spa – Gym – Private airport transfer – Laundry and concierge services – 24H room service – Cooking courses.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Saturday, January 30 Majorelle Gardens, YSL Museum, Side Car Adventure and Walking in the Medina
Enjoy breakfast this morning, and then we will visit the YSL Museum and Majorelle Gardens.
Yves Saint Laurent Museum:
“Marrakech taught me color,” said Yves Saint Laurent, who bought a cobalt blue villa in the Moroccan city and made it his vacation home in 1966. “Before Marrakech, everything was black.” This can be seen in the sprawling collection of couture, accessories, sketches, and photographs on display at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech. The museum shows creative masterpieces that span the late designer’s 40-year career, from 1962 until his retirement in 2002. (He passed away six years later, in 2008.) Next door to the Majorelle Garden and steps away from his private villa, roughly 1,000 items from Saint Laurent’s studio are on view at the $17 million terra cotta museum designed by Studio KO architects. You will have a private Art Curator with you during this visit.
Jardin Majorelle-Yves Saint Laurent Mansion:
The garden was made in the 1920s by the French painter Jacques Majorelle, with marble pools, raised pathways, banana trees, groves of bamboo, coconut palms, and bougainvillea. Perhaps unsurprisingly, as the garden was designed by a painter, the garden is composed and colored like a painting. Many of the built features were painted in a dark blue (‘Majorelle Blue’), which works very well with the soil, climate, and plants. In fact, Majorelle’s garden, rather than his paintings, was his masterpiece. Water is an important feature of the garden – there are channels, lily-filled ponds, and fountains. Majorelle was an avid plant collector.
Then, get ready for your exciting and unique Sidecar adventure. Traveling by vintage sidecar around the back streets of Marrakech is one of the most unique ways to explore the city. This private 1-hour ride puts you in the sidecar of a classic motorcycle with a guide showing you the local life. Learn about Moroccan culture and visit hidden-away spots the tour buses can’t reach. Your ride is tailor-made, 100% off the beaten path, and designed according to your level of knowledge of the area and your centers of interest. On this ride, we will take you to our favorite spots in the Medina, the Guéliz district, and the palm grove.
After your ride, continue on foot with a guided walk through the Medina, allowing you to experience its atmosphere at a slower, more immersive pace. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow alleyways, vibrant souks, and artisan workshops, where craftsmen practice centuries-old trades. This walk offers a deeper connection to daily life in the old city, with opportunities to browse local goods, observe traditional techniques, and take in the sensory richness that defines Marrakech’s historic heart.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9: Sunday, January 31 Marrakech at Leisure
Enjoy the day at leisure with your guide and driver at your disposal.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast
Day 10: Monday February 1:.A Day in the High Atlas Mountains
Today, enjoy a full day in the High Atlas, North Africa’s greatest mountain range, which contains some of the most intriguing and beautiful regions of Morocco. A historical and physical barrier between the northern plains and the pre-Sahara, its Berber-populated valleys feel – and indeed are – very remote from the country’s mainstream or urban life. Mud-thatched Berber villages and remote pinnacles aren’t the only draws here. The landscape varies from season to season: winter drops meters of snow that lead to gushing river valleys in spring; summer brings an unforgiving sun, while the autumnal sunlight brings the browns and reds of the peaks to life.
Once you arrive there, you will have the option of trekking around the Berber villages and enjoying lunch at a traditional Berber home.
Return to Marrakech for overnight.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 11: Tuesday, February 2 Departure from Morocco
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals Included Today: Breakfast
** Please note that this itinerary may be subject to minor changes. Regional flights to the desert area sometimes become available, but are not bookable until a few months before the trip, so we cannot confirm their availability at this time. If these flights are offered for our travel dates and we choose to book them, we will adjust the itinerary accordingly and notify you of any additional fees.”
COST
$8,995 pp sharing
Included in your Journey
Accommodations (10 nights):
1 night in Rabat at The Fairmont Sale in Standard Rooms (Jan 23-24)
2 nights in Fez at Riad Fes in Superior Deluxe Rooms (Jan 24-26)
2 nights in Merzouga at the Desert Luxury Tented Camp in 1 Main Camp Luxury Tent (Jan 26-28)
1 night in Skoura at the Ksar El Kebbaba in Suites (Jan 28-29)
4 nights in Marrakech at the La Sultana in Riad Rooms (Jan 29-Feb 2)
Transportation & Touring:
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites and National Parks
All transfers and touring as per the layout itinerary below, with the services of a PRIVATE car with a PRIVATE English-speaking guide
Meals:
Daily Buffet or Full Breakfasts are included at the hotels
Additional meals are included as per the itinerary.
Not Included in the Land Only Price:
Any International or Regional Airfare unless otherwise mentioned
Gratuities of any kind
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Beverages with meals
Items of pure personal nature
Important:
All prices are quoted in USD. This is a quote only, and space is not held. Prices and space are subject to availability.
A deposit of 30% is due in order to proceed with the booking and lock the rates, and may be paid by any major credit card (regular price will apply), or if you wish to take advantage of the discounted price, please submit your deposit (as well as final balance, when due) via check, payable to: Spiced Destinations Inc
Balance is due no later than 75 days prior to departure
Final Digital Interactive Travel documents are issued between 4-3 weeks prior to the departure date
It is highly recommended to purchase a “Cancel Anytime” Travel Insurance to protect
Cancellation Policy:
From the time of booking until 76 days before departure: 30% of the program is nonrefundable.
75 days or less before departure: 100% of the program is nonrefundable.
After departure day: No refund for unused services.
Any voluntary changes to the date and/or trip sequence will incur a $300 per-person change fee, plus any price changes or fees imposed by local vendors and/or properties.
Force Majeure Related Rescheduling/Cancellation:
Spiced Destinations will allow the rescheduling of services in the following events:
If the country’s local government or the countries visited on your trip impose a mandatory quarantine upon arrival.
If the country’s local government or the countries visited on your trip closes its border for travelers from the USA.
If the US Government closes the borders for outgoing international travel.
If the one for the above restrictions occurs, nonrefundable deposits will remain nonrefundable. Change penalties will not apply, and the total amount paid will be kept as a credit towards a future trip within 24 months of the original trip’s dates.
The credit is valid for use only towards the same destinations and, most probably, the same properties unless otherwise mentioned.
The credit note can not be redeemed for cash.
Suppose the travelers request a cancellation rather than a rescheduling of the trip. In that case, Spiced Destinations will refund only the refundable funds that are available (if any), according to our regular cancellation penalties schedule. Nonrefundable funds will not be available for future travel
