Compare Luxury Morocco Vacation by Ker & Downey Africa

Day 1: Arrive Marrakech, Morocco

Check-in Kasbah Bab Ourika

Your 6 day Luxury Morocco Vacation starts on arrival at Marrakech Menara International Airport. Touch down and enjoy a simple VIP fast track through customs to meet your dedicated Ker & Downey® Africa representative waiting for you at arrivals. Your private driver will be ready to transfer into the Atlas Mountains to Kasbah Bab Ourika, a mere one hour drive away. The Kasbah features 26 individually decorated rooms overlooking the Ourika Valley. Using a traditional Berber building technique, the eco-friendly Kashbah is constructed from rammed earth and blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. After a seamless check-in, spend the afternoon at leisure at the secluded swimming pool overlooking the surrounding olive groves, citrus orchards and the river below. Alternatively, explore the Kasbah’s organic vegetable garden or reboot after your travels at the traditional Hamman. In the evening, make your way to the dining area and indulge in Chef Michael Arthur’s unique Moroccan and European menu. Using fresh organic ingredients, the 3-course dining experience serves up delicious dishes, from Mediterranean fish soup to charcoal cooked beef tagine.

Where you’ll stay: Kasbah Bab Ourika

Kasbah Bab Ourika features 26 individually decorated rooms overlooking the Ourika Valley. Using a traditional Berber building technique, the eco-friendly Kashbah is constructed from rammed earth and blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings.

Experiences:

Spend the afternoon at leisure at the secluded swimming pool overlooking the surrounding olive groves, citrus orchards and the river below. Alternatively, explore the Kasbah’s organic vegetable garden or reboot after your travels at the traditional Hamman.

Day 2: Transfer to Ourika Valley, Atlas Mountains

Trekking

Fill up on a fresh and healthy breakfast served in the Kasbah’s garden or, upon request, brought to your room. Today, your guide will meet you for a gentle trek through the Ourika Valley in the Atlas Mountains. Pull on your walking shoes and meander through the fertile valleys of olive groves and vegetable gardens. En route, you will have the opportunity to explore the salt productions at Taourirte – a traditional Berber village, discover over 50 species of medicinal plants at the Nacatrome Bio Aromatic gardens and visit the saffron plantation at Takaterte. Refuel with a light picnic lunch before returning to the Kasbah for an afternoon at leisure. For dinner, choose to dine under the stars in the garden or have your meal brought to your room.

Where you’ll stay: Kasbah Bab Ourika

Kasbah Bab Ourika features 26 individually decorated rooms overlooking the Ourika Valley. Using a traditional Berber building technique, the eco-friendly Kashbah is constructed from rammed earth and blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings.

Experiences:

Discover the High Atlas mountain on a guided trek and explore the salt productions at Taourirte – a traditional Berber village. Your guided trek includes a stop at Nacatrome Bio Aromatic gardens, home to over 50 species of medicinal plants.

Day 3: Transfer to Marrakech

Check-in Riad de Tarabel

Wake up at your own pace and enjoy one final breakfast at Kasbah Bab Ourika. After check-out, your private driver will meet you to transfer to the Marrakech Airport for a unique helicopter adventure over the “Three Valleys of the Atlas”. Grab your camera and get snapping as the 1 hour scenic flight takes you over Lalla Takerkoust Dam and the Asni and Ourika valleys. Your driver will meet you at touch down and transfer you into the heart of the Ochre City, Marrakech for the next leg of your luxury Morocco vacation. For lunch, we recommend dining poolside at the Selman Hotel, where you can enjoy sunny Mediterranean cuisine before you arrive at your final destination – Riad de Tarabel. Located in the heart of the Marrakech Medina, the old colonial mansion boasts 10 suites surrounding a courtyard garden. After a seamless check-in, check-in, you will have time to reboot before meeting your expert guide for an insider tour of the city’s bustling marketplace, the Djemaa El Fna Square.

Where you’ll stay: Riad de Tarabel

Riad de Tarabel is located in the heart of the Marrakech Medina. The old colonial mansion boasts 10 suites surrounding a courtyard garden and is a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Medina.

Experiences:

Experience a unique helicopter adventure over the “Three Valleys of the Atlas” before making your way to Marrakech. Meet your expert guide for an insider tour of the city’s bustling marketplace, the Djemaa El Fna Square.

Day 4: Marrakech

Medina tour & camel trekking

After a hearty breakfast at the Riad de Tarabel, your guide will meet you for a walking tour of the city’s Old Medina. Wander through the narrow streets of the old city, browse the buzzing stalls at the local souks and admire the ancient monuments of Bahia Palace, Saadian tombs, and the Koutoubia Mosque. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city with a modern Moroccan lunch at Nomad rooftop and enjoy views of the surrounding Medina and Atlas mountain range. Before the sun sets over Marrakech, embark on a 4×4 to the Agafay stone desert, a mere 40 minutes away. Saddle up for a slow-paced camel trek before dinner at the luxury nomad camp and your onward journey back to Marrakech.

Where you’ll stay: Riad de Tarabel

Riad de Tarabel is located in the heart of the Marrakech Medina. The old colonial mansion boasts 10 suites surrounding a courtyard garden and is a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Medina.

Experiences:

Wander through the narrow streets of the old city and browse the buzzing stalls of the souks on a guided tour of the Medina. Enjoy a slow-paced trek through the Agafay stone desert on the back of a camel at sunset.

Day 5: Marrakech

Hot air balloon experience

Rise before the sun – today has something incredible in store for you! Your driver will meet you to transfer you to the palm groves of Marrakech for a sunrise hot air balloon ride beside the Ochre City. Once back on land, enjoy a traditional Berber breakfast served under a canvas tent before making your way back to Marrakech aboard a vintage style sidecar. Venture off the beaten track alongside your expert expat guide as he winds through the deserted palm grove roads towards Marrakech. Your sidecar adventure ends at the Yves Saint Laurent’s Majorelle Gardens, a 40-year passion project by French Orientalist artist, Jacques Majorelle. The botanical gardens lead past bright blue visages towards the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, featuring the designer’s collections inspired by the colour palette of Marrakech. Return to the Riad de Tarabel for an afternoon at leisure at the swimming pool or return to the Media to browse the souks for souvenirs. Tonight, you can choose to dine at the Riad’s restaurant or enjoy dinner in the city.

Where you’ll stay: Riad de Tarabel

Riad de Tarabel is located in the heart of the Marrakech Medina. The old colonial mansion boasts 10 suites surrounding a courtyard garden and is a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Medina.

Experiences:

Soar over the palm groves of Marrakech on a sunrise hot air balloon ride before venturing back to the city on a sidecar adventure. In the afternoon, stroll amongst the exotic plants of Jardin Majorelle.

Day 6: Departure

Transfer Marrakech International Airport

Day 6 marks the end of your Luxury Morocco Vacation. After a hearty breakfast and easy check-out of Riad de Tarabel, your driver will meet you and transfer you to Marrakech International Airport for your onward journey home.