Luxury Morocco Holidays

From its mesmerising terracotta sand dunes and majestic snow-capped mountains to the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city medinas, Morocco is an Alladin’s cave of treasures.

Start your holiday in the ancient city of Marrakech. Its origins date back to almost 1,000 years ago and it’s a place where the past and present merge. A walking tour through the medina (ancient quarter) is the perfect way to sample the city’s charm. Its towering beaten clay walls and its rose-pink coloured buildings herald Marrakech with the nickname ‘the Red City’. You can admire the wealth of architecture, from the beautiful mosaic tiled riads and opulent oriental palaces to the exquisite courtyards and gardens.

Wander through Marrakech’s main square, Jemaa El Fna, to experience its carnival-like atmosphere. Get lost in the maze of alleyways where the infamous souks (markets) sell anything from dangling Moroccan lamps and soft leather babouches (slippers) to brightly coloured ceramics and ornate jewellery. From haggling with street vendors and getting your hands painted with henna to sharing a joke with a snake charmer, it’s an unforgettable Morroccan holiday must-do.

Explore Morocco’s natural beauty

After leaving the bright colours and oriental scents of the cosmopolitan Marrakech, you can find solace and sanctuary in the snow-capped surrounding High Atlas mountains. This is the tallest mountain range in north Africa and it’s natural beauty is staggeringly breathtaking. Experience the Todra Gorge’s rusty red deep-sided canyon, stand at the bottom of the impossibly high cascading waterfalls at Ouzoud Falls or discover the warm hospitality of the rural Berber tribes. Whether you fancy snow sports in the winter or hiking the well-trodden nomadic trails in the summer, Morocco’s High Atlas mountains offers unforgettable holiday memories.

Another holiday must-see is to the pretty coastal port of Essaouira. It’s strong trade winds makes the city’s crescent sandy beach a windsurfing and surfing hotspot. Meander along the palm-lined avenues and spice-scented lanes of the fortified medina. Peruse the boutiques and many art galleries and explore its delightful harbour. Marvel at the artisan skills of the craftsman making the traditional boats and look out for the fishermen fixing their nets on the shores. It’s a perfect place to get lost in and discover this atmospheric port’s secret world.