Palais Sebban

Northern Circuit of Morocco

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A journey around Morocco's lesser-visited northern highlights.

10 days

from £3,620 pp

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Luxury desert camps, Berber culture, and endless landscapes.

10 days

from £3,550 pp

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Classic Adventure + 2 more + 3 more

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14 days

from £4,580 pp

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from £2,230 pp

Go Local in Morocco

Go Local Off-the-beaten-track + 2 more + 3 more

Experience the real Morocco with 11 days of authentic experiences.

11 days

from £3,470 pp

Morocco Summer Sun

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Our perfect Morocco escape for the summer months.

11 days

from £2,460 pp

Quirky excursions

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Classic Marrakesh

All roads in Marrakesh lead to the Jemaa el-Fna square, an irregular open space with its origins shrouded in mystery. On the edge of the Jemaa is the Koutoubia Mosque, where the tour starts. The apogee and template for Islamic architecture in Morocco, the minaret, topped with its three distinctive gold balls, is visible from anywhere in the medina and often from much further afield. You move on to the Bab Agnaou (Gate of the Slaves), entrance to the Kasbah quarter, where tucked away and for years a hidden secret (until discovered in an aerial survey in 1917) are the Saadien Tombs, a necropolis from the 16th Century where humble tombs are cosseted in mausoleums of incredibly delicate and intricate tile work. A short walk through the Kasbah souq, an everyday souq selling meat, fish, vegetables and spices, brings you to the El Badi Palace. Although only the outer walls remain, the scale of this 16th Century palace is incredible, and the sunken gardens in the courtyard give some hint of the opulence of the original building. Continuing on foot, you come to the similarly named Bahia Palace, a more modest 19th Century affair: more modest in size, but much more impressive in decoration, with tile work, carved wood and stunning plaster friezes to admire. The Bahia is on the fringe of the mellah, the Jewish quarter. Although many of the houses are now empty as the Jewish community has shrunk, there is a working synagogue, which, if open, you can wander round. As more houses are converted to boutique hotels, so shops are opening up and you can see the quarter coming back to life.

Anima Gardens

Universal artist André Heller’s 3-hectare Anima Gardens features incredible botanical staging with over 250+ types of plants and fun, quirky sculptures by the likes of Pablo Picasso, Keith Haring and Alexander Calder. You'll have an hour or two here (take your time!) to explore the gardens and take in the spectacular views of the often snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the distance, and relax in the café before your driver will take you back to your hotel in the afternoon. Stroll along shady paths, between precious trees and shrubs, miracles of flowers and fragrances, pavilions and sculptures.

Souks and Medina Tour

On this souks and medina walking tour inside the exciting souks of Marrakesh you'll be led by your guide on a feast for your senses. Taste regional produce, smell the heady aromas of spice and oil, touch the array of traditional fabrics and textiles, be dazzled by the myriad of colour, and absorb the cacophony of sounds around you. This is a great introduction to Marrakesh's bustling beating heart, perfect for solo travellers, couples, and families alike.

Hot Air Balloon Marrakesh

Early this morning we have arranged for you to have a hot air balloon ride over Marrakesh Palmeraie, which will be a truly unforgettable experience! Weather conditions permitting, you will leave before sunrise to the open beautiful countryside north of the oasis of Marrakesh. See the balloon being prepared for flight before you board and then you'll fly for approximately one hour, depending on the wind. Enjoy the view of local villages beginning their day, and witness stunning desert like landscapes; in the meantime your highly qualified pilot is in constant radio contact with the retrieve crew following up in 4X4 vehicles. After landing you will be invited for a delicious traditional breakfast in a local home of one of the Berber villages which you flew over, before returning back to your Marrakesh accommodation.

Marrakesh Food Tasting Tour

You will explore the culinary wonders of Marrakesh with an English speaking guide. Walk inside the old Medina and stop at one of the traditional bakeries; see the furnace that heats the local public steam bath and where locals occasionally bring to the keeper a sealed pot of stewed lamb or beef called "Tangia”, to be slow-cooked in the ashes for many hours. The guide will give detailed explanations on how this recipe is prepared. We explore local food markets and stop at the spice square to learn about the herbs and spices used in the Moroccan cooking. A short break on this square has been planned in order to taste some traditional Marrakesh herbal tea on one of the roof terraces overlooking the square. Your guide will continue the tour showing you different food markets selling preserved meat, dry fruits and nuts, olives, preserved lemons and mint, before stopping by the shops preparing and selling steamed and roasted lamb. As you arrive on the main square of Jemaa el-Fna, you will find a large space dedicated to local people and visitors seeking delicious and rare traditional recipes. Stroll around the stalls offering lots of local specialities from freshly squeezed Moroccan orange juice to the special hot spiced tea, and from different Moroccan soup and stew stalls to the snail bars. After exploring this square, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, you will sit and have your dinner in one of the colourful stalls in the famous square and enjoy the atmosphere before heading back to your riad.