Classic Northern Morocco

Arrive into Casablanca and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the evening is free for you to settle in after your journey. You may choose to take a gentle walk along the Corniche, Casablanca’s seaside promenade, which runs along the Atlantic coast and is known for its ocean views, cafés and relaxed local atmosphere, or simply relax at the hotel. Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city and commercial heart, blending modern life with Art Deco architecture and coastal scenery.

Casablanca - Tangier. Travel by high-speed train, Al Boraq, to Tangier, a comfortable journey of around two hours that runs along Morocco’s northern coastline. On arrival, the afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. You may wish to wander through the Petit Socco, a lively historic square at the heart of the old town that has long been a meeting place for writers, artists and locals, or stroll through the city centre with its mix of European and Moroccan influences. Time also allows for a walk along the beach, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, offering a relaxed introduction to this historic port city.

Tangier - Chefchaouen. Set off across the Rif Mountains towards Chefchaouen, a scenic drive through rugged landscapes and traditional villages in northern Morocco. On arrival, the afternoon is free for you to explore this famously blue town at your own pace. Chefchaouen is known for its blue-washed streets and buildings, a tradition thought to reflect spiritual symbolism as well as helping to keep the town cool. You can wander through its photogenic lanes and small squares, where local life unfolds against a backdrop of mountain scenery and vibrant colour.

Chefchaouen - Fes. After a stroll through the medina and main square of Chefchaouen, you travel onwards, descending the mountains and winding past the dayets, or small lakes, en route to the Imperial City of Fes.

Enjoy a guided city tour through the souks and palaces of the medina. The afternoon is free for you to explore further - perhaps try a local hammam or simply meander through the medina at your own pace.

Fes - Ouzoud. Travel along the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains, passing changing landscapes as fertile plains give way to more dramatic scenery. The route takes you through the orange groves of Aforer, an agricultural area known for its citrus production, before continuing to the Lake of Bin El Ouidane, a vast reservoir surrounded by mountains and rural villages.

Continue onwards to the waterfalls of Ouzoud, one of Morocco’s most impressive natural sights, where water cascades down a series of cliffs into a lush green gorge below. The surrounding area is known for its olive trees and rich birdlife, creating a striking contrast to the drier landscapes elsewhere in the country.

Ouzoud - Marrakech. You have time to explore the scenic waterfalls of Ouzoud, where a series of cascades plunge into a green gorge below. The area is also home to wild Barbary apes, often seen in the surrounding trees and along the walking paths. Afterward, drive through the countryside near Azilal, passing almond trees and rural villages, before continuing onwards to Marrakech.

In the evening, you can wander around Djemaa el Fnaa square, the vibrant heart of the old city, where storytellers, musicians and food stalls create a lively atmosphere after dark.

Today you enjoy a half-day city tour of Marrakech, introducing you to the historic heart of the city. You visit the old medina, a UNESCO-listed maze of narrow lanes and traditional neighbourhoods, and explore the souks, where craftsmen sell everything from spices and textiles to leatherwork and lanterns. The tour also includes a visit to a historic madrassa, offering insight into Marrakech’s architectural heritage and its role as a centre of learning.

The afternoon is free for you to explore further at your own pace. You may choose to wander through the leafy Hivernage district towards the modern streets of Gueliz, known for its cafés and contemporary shops, or simply relax back at your riad and enjoy a slower pace after a full morning of sightseeing.

Marrakech - Casablanca. Your tour comes to an end today. A private transfer takes you back to Casablanca and the airport - if you prefer to be dropped at Marrakech airport, please contact us.