Morocco’s Splendors in 2024

DAY 1: ARRIVE CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

Upon your arrival in Casablanca, you will:

+Be transferred to your luxurious accommodations at the Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca, featuring a blend of contemporary styling and traditional Moroccan accents.
+Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the exotic surroundings that inspired the iconic 1942 Humphrey Bogart film.
+Have access to concierge services throughout your stay, ensuring your every need is met and providing personalized recommendations and arrangements.

DAY 2: RABAT & FEZ | ANCIENT TRADITIONS RICH HERITAGE

Embark on a memorable journey through Morocco, as you:

+Begin the day exploring the bustling port city of Casablanca, the country's largest metropolis and commercial hub.
+Visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, which can accommodate up to 25,000 worshipers, and boasts the tallest minaret of any religious structure in the world.
+Travel to the Moorish city of Rabat, the capital of Morocco, to view the Mohammed V Mausoleum dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco and the grandfather of the current king.
+Take in the Mauresque-style Hassan Tower and the Oudaya Kasbah, which features a palm-dotted Andalusian garden.
+Continue your journey to the enchanting city of Fez, where you'll be treated to a special cocktail reception upon arrival.
+Sit down to a welcome dinner, joined by a female professor who will offer unique insights into the role of women in modern Moroccan society, an exclusive experience arranged by A&K.
+Stay at the Palais Faraj Suites & Spa, where luxury and elegance come together to offer you a truly remarkable experience.
+Enjoy delicious meals throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

DAY 3: FEZ | TIMELESS MEDIEVAL CITY

Experience the enchanting cultural heart of Morocco with a day spent in Fez el-Bali (Old Fez). This imperial capital, founded in the eighth century by Moulay Idris I, was a renowned center of medieval learning, and you'll have the opportunity to explore its rich history and vibrant markets.

Highlights of your day include:

+Strolling through the old quarter, with its 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys and souks, on a market visit of exceptional authenticity.
+Watching local artisans at work with bronze and pottery, offering an engaging look into the city's vibrant artistic traditions.
+Exploring the intricately detailed Karaouine, one of the oldest still-functioning universities in the world, dating back to 859 AD.
+Visiting Nejjarine Square before continuing to Fez el-Jadid (New Fez), where you'll see the Royal Palace, madrasas (Islamic schools) and mellah (Jewish quarter).
+Returning to the Palais Faraj Suites & Spa, where you'll enjoy the luxury and comfort of your accommodations.
+Delighting in delicious meals throughout the day, including a delightful breakfast and a satisfying lunch.

DAY 4: VOLUBILIS | ROMAN RUINS & LUNCH AT A VINEYARD

Travel overland to Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that houses well-preserved Roman ruins, including iconic examples of Roman architecture such as triumphal arches, basilicas, and capitals. Its mosaic floors, depicting Orpheus charming animals with his lyre, nine dolphins symbolizing good luck, and a portrait of Amphitrite in a seahorse-drawn chariot, are among its greatest treasures.
+Visit a winery outside Meknes for a Chef’s Table experience at an on-site restaurant nestled among sunbathed vineyards and olive groves.
+Return to Fez and stay at the Palais Faraj Suites & Spa for an evening at leisure.
+Breakfast and lunch are included.

DAY 5: ERFOUD | DESERT OASIS

Travel to Erfoud, a small desert-fringed town and:

+Pause for lunch en route and marvel at everyday life as you pass Berber villages, endless date palm plantations and the majestic Atlas Mountains.
+Enjoy the scenic drive before settling into your hotel.
+Gather for dinner in the evening.
+Savor a meal made with locally sourced, organic ingredients.
+Stay at L'Hotel by Chateau de Sable.
+Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

DAY 6: THE SAHARA | INTO THE DESERT DUNES

Explore the fortified desert town of Rissani in the morning and then:

+Venture into the Sahara desert, riding in a four-wheel-drive vehicle and admiring the reddish-hued sand dunes that can reach up to 500 feet high.
+Experience a local mode of transportation and Ride Like a Local on a camelback to your nomadic tented camp, where a reception with mint tea and pastries awaits you.
+Watch the sunset over the Saharan dunes while enjoying a Scenic Sundowner.
+Enjoy a traditional meal and Moroccan entertainment by a campfire.
+Spend the night in comfort in the A&K Exclusive Desert Tented Camp, lulled to sleep by the sounds of the desert.
+Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

DAY 7: OUARZAZATE | ROAD OF A THOUSAND KASBAHS

Journey overland to Ouarzazate, once a stopping point for African traders traveling to the cities of Morocco and Europe. And then:

+En route, absorb stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains’ southern slopes, intersecting the Dades Valley’s flourishing crops, irrigation canals, and palm trees.
+Travel along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Ouarzazate at the delightful Le Berbère Palace, an oasis of a hotel.
+Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

DAY 8: OUARAZATE | DOOR OF THE DESERT

Begin the day in Ouarzazate, a city originally built as a French garrison in the 1920s. Then:

+Explore Kasbah of Tifoultoute, a majestic 17th-century fortress featuring a panoramic view of the valley of Ouarzazate and the scenic High Atlas Mountains.
+Visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the region's most exotic kasbahs.
+See kasbahs that have been featured in famous films, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
+Return to Le Berbère Palace for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

DAY 9: OUARZAZATE | CROSSING THE HIGH AT LAS MOUNTAINS

Journey over the High Atlas Mountains and then:

+Observe everyday life in remote rural towns.
+Arrive at the "Red City" of Marrakech.
+Check in to your luxurious hotel
+Stay at the prestigious Four Seasons Resort Marrakech.
+Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

DAY 10: MARRAKECH | EXPLORING THE RED CITY

Begin exploring Marrakech starting with the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and then:

+Marvel at the architectural wonders of the medina, including the Koutoubia Minaret
+Visit the Dar Si Said Museum, originally built as a palace in the 19th century
+Head to Djemaa el-Fna, the main square of Marrakech, filled with vendors, orange juice stalls, acrobats, dancers, and street musicians
+Take a stroll through the city's legendary souks
+Return to Four Seasons Resort Marrakech for lunch
+Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

DAY 11: MARRAKECH | DESIGN YOUR DAY

Begin your day at Jardin Majorelle, a picturesque garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by design legend Yves Saint-Laurent.

Stop at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum nearby for an up-close look at some of the famed designer’s creations. This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:

+Learn to Cook with Moroccan Spices with a cooking demonstration and tasting.
+Explore the Souks of Marrakech with an expert guide, walking narrow streets lined with centuries-old shops.
+Enjoy a Guided Walk of the Jewish Quarter, once a thriving center of religious freedom and tolerance.
+Tonight, attend a special farewell dinner with entertainment by a local gnaoua band.
+Stay at the prestigious Four Seasons Resort Marrakech.
+Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

DAY 12: DEPART MARRAKECH

You will be transferred to the Marrakech airport for your international flight home or you can opt to join the Essaouira Post-Tour Extension.

Meal included: Breakfast.