Enchanting Morocco tour of Marrakech, Fez & Chefchaouen

About this City Break

Traverse Morocco on a magical tour of Marrakech, Fez and Chefchaouen – includes all travel, breakfast, excursions and an optional hot air balloon ride

Morocco is a fascinating country, with medinas, mosques, medieval architecture, mountains and so much more to keep you occupied. On this tour, experience the best of this diverse landscape and its exciting sights with visits to some of the country’s most prominent cities. Find yourself immersed in the vibrant bazaars of Marrakech, explore ancient mosques in Fez, and gaze upon the stunning waterfalls of Chefchaouen – all the while being enchanted by Berber culture whilst enjoying the luxury of majestic riads and desert oases.

Your adventure starts in Marrakech, which is full to the brim with bazaars and historic architecture just waiting to be appreciated. You’ll then make your way to the country’s cultural capital, Fez, known for its walled medina with medieval Marinid architecture, and vibrant souks with an old-world atmosphere. As an ancient breeding ground for scholars, artisans and imams alike, you’ll find a city with a historical and cultural lineage that beguiles its many visitors. You’ll then move on from here, enjoying the stunning views of the Rif mountains en route, as you make your way to Chefchaouen, Morocco’s blue-washed city full of leather and weaving workshops which line its steep, cobbled lanes. Along the way, there’s a selection of exciting excursions that you can opt for to make your experience even more unforgettable.

Included

• Five or seven nights in Morocco
• • Two or three nights in Marrakech
• • Two nights in Fez
• • One or two nights in Chefchaouen
• Breakfast included at all hotels
• Guided city tour Fes (day 3)
• Guided city tour in Chefchaouen (day 4)
• Optional tour of the medina and souks in Marrakech (for stays of seven nights)
• Optional hot air balloon ride (for stays of seven nights)
• English or French-speaking guide during the excursions
• Private transfers as per itinerary
• Return flight from Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, Manchester, London Stansted to Marrakech

Optional excursions

To make your trip even more spectacular, optional excursions are available. For stays of 7 nights, these can be booked and paid for during the booking process.

• Marrakech medina and souks tour (private guided tour) •

Visit Marrakech’s medina and it many souks, where you can witness the local vendors at work. Here you’ll find everything from fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs to leather goods and jewellery. Be entertained by the street artists, snake charmers and musicians at Jemaa El Fna square, and visit the Ben Youssef Madrassa, a former Koranic school.

• Hot air balloon ride (group excursion from Marrakech, with breakfast) •

During this unforgettable experience, you’ll float over the peaks of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Then you’ll return to Marrakech by 4×4. The excursion begins at around 5am and lasts around four hours, including around 40 minutes in the air. Depending on weather conditions, it may be necessary to postpone the balloon ride (or cancel and refund if necessary).