What Makes it Special?
- Cook a traditional Moroccan meal in a restored almond warehouse in Essaouira.
- Ride camels at golden hour through the Agafay Stone Desert.
- Wander through Essaouira’s medina and shop for handmade argan oil.
- Tuck into a private dinner under the stars at your luxury desert camp.
- Walk mountain trails with your local Berber guide, learning all about the traditions and life in the Atlas.
- Taste your way through Marrakesh on a guided street food tour.
Your tailor-made holiday will be as unique as you are. These itineraries are just a starting point, a bit of inspiration to show what’s possible. Your own trip all starts with a conversation with one of our Morocco experts, who’ll take the time to understand what matters most to you and design the perfect holiday to match.
When picturing Morocco, it's easy to conjure up images of the searing heat of the Sahara Desert, hot days on sandy beaches and seeking shade in the city souks. What might surprise you, though, is that with a climate very similar to that of southern Europe, Morocco makes a great winter holiday destination. With cool but often pleasant weather between the months of November and February, you probably won't be in shorts and a t-shirt during a winter break in Morocco, but it will be cosy, romantic and inviting – think warming fireplaces, quiet and peaceful markets, and snow-capped mountains in the distance.
We’ve designed this itinerary to take you on a journey through southern Morocco (the more clement part of the country!) Starting in the seaside town of Essaouira, before heading up into the mountains, then spending a night under the endless stars in the wilderness, and finishing in Marrakesh, a city made even more alluring without the throngs of tourists that descend upon it in spring. This Morocco holiday is perfectly suited to a couple looking for a tranquil break. We’ve filled it with magical experiences that will get you right to the heart of Morocco, and packed it with all of those juicy low-season offers you can’t help but love. As always, this is just designed to give you an idea of what could be possible during your winter holiday to Morocco. Chat to us and we’ll tailor-make an adventure that’s perfectly 'you'.
3 hours 20 minutes from London
When to go
- November to February
Average temperature
- 4-29°C
Average rainfall
- 30-45mm/month
Itinerary at a Glance
Day by Day
Here's a summary of what you might get up to day-to-day on this Morocco holiday. As always, this is just an idea. Every single day of your holiday will be tailored to suit you.
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Your adventure begins when you touch down at Marrakech Menara Airport, where your private driver will be waiting to whisk you off on the three-hour drive to your hotel on the breezy and beautiful coast of Essaouira.
Today, you’ll take your time exploring Morocco’s coastline. There's no need to rush here. Spend hours wandering the streets of the medina and get your hands on some locally made argan oil. For a moment of calm, you may want to take the scenic coastal route with a walk to the historic ramparts to glimpse the ancient cannons or relax around the port for a picture-perfect view by the water.
This morning, you'll step into a beautifully restored former almond warehouse for one of our favourite Essaouira cooking classes. Your local chef will welcome you with a smile and guide you through every step of preparing an authentic Moroccan meal. After cooking up a storm, you'll sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labour in a wonderfully ambient oriental lounge with your host.
You'll be met by your driver this morning, ready to head off on the four-hour drive up to the Atlas Mountains. Here, you’ll swap city streets for mountain cliffs on your journey towards the foothills. Trust us, this drive is half the fun, and there will be ample opportunities to stretch your legs, take in the views, and snap a few pictures to capture the moments along the way.
Today you’ll set out for a full-day walk through the Ouirgane Valley, taking in the beautiful hillside and watching traditional Berber farmers at work in this remarkably fertile hideaway. You'll get a real slice of rural Morocco at its most authentic today as you wander through fruit orchards and Berber villages for a closer look at its culture and land. This day out includes lunch, and it’s around five hours of walking at an easy/moderate level. Just chat to us if you'd prefer something less or more challenging.
Your day begins with a drive to your luxury tented camp in the Agafay Stone Desert, a wonderfully unique alternative to the vast Sahara. You'll live like a nomad for the day, taking a walk through the desert with the 'blue men', experiencing what it's like to ride a camel (or a horse!) as the sun sets, before settling in for a romantic and unforgettable dinner under the stars.
Today, it's time to fly home after an incredible winter break in Morocco. We hope you'll be flying home with a newfound love for this incredible country and the people who call it home.
Places you'll visit
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What You're Saying
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I would definitely use Holiday Architects again.Emma booked us an amazing holiday in Morocco, and really listened to what was important to us. We travelled extensively, staying in local riads to maximise the true feel of the country and what it has to offer. It was a fantastic trip. All the local staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely use Holiday Architects again.
Caroline Wolfe
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Rebecca at Holiday Architects really listened to me when I described the sort of holiday I wanted. It was truly tailor made for us. We had a fabulous time on our expertly planned multi-destination holiday to Morocco, and all the arrangements and transfers were seamless. Charming people too - I can't recommend this company highly enough and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
Charlotte Hope
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Thank you to Holiday Architects for creating us an itinerary which enabled us to immerse ourselves within Moroccan culture. From the Atlas Mountains, to the Desert and finally to the city, the holiday exceeded our expectations and blew us away. Many thanks to Emma, you have been fantastic! From your quick responses to our questions and your knowledge of Morocco and the areas we were visiting was invaluable to us. We have no doubt that you helped make our holiday and memories of it, as fantastic as they are.. Having you plan our holiday was like a good friend planning our holiday for us.
Paul T
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We recently returned from a holiday to Morocco, where we visited three different places in the country. Everything was organised meticulously by Rebecca, at very short notice. Whilst away the local team were excellent - friendly and efficient and all transfers and trips ran like clockwork. Would highly recommend both Holiday Architects and Morocco!
Greg
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An amazing trip, brilliantly planned. Emma from HA was fantastic. She understood what we were looking for from the start and planned us an unforgettable trip which kept both adults and teenagers happy, as well as exposed us to a huge expanse of Morocco in just two weeks. The trip to the Sahara was the highlight, a memory which will last forever. Highly recommend HA and will definitely ask them to help with future trips.
Alexi Arlidge
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From the moment I contacted Emma, I knew I was in good hands, she listened and delivered and exceptional holiday for the five of us. She could not have organised a better experience for us; we had the most fantastic holiday ever. Everything worked like magic and your travel partners in Morocco were exceptional and guided us. I can't thank you enough for curating such a perfect experience for us. I would not hesitate to recommend Holiday Architects to anyone planning a trip to Morocco.
Diane Tapner-Evans
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Meet our Morocco experts
We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our experts Emma and Rebecca are dedicated to all things Morocco and are here to help you plan your perfect trip.
Emma Higgins
Destination Manager
Our Emma’s been exploring Morocco since 2010 and still finds something new every time. She’s equally at home hiking in the mountains or bargaining in the souks and knows exactly how to balance it all in one holiday.
Rebecca Dodds
Destination Manager
Rebecca’s spent years really getting to know Morocco, from trekking in the High Atlas to wandering Chefchaouen’s blue-washed lanes. And always making friends everywhere she goes. Your Morocco holiday is in safe hands with our Rebecca.
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