Morocco
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Morocco

Riads, deserts and the Atlas

Culture·Couples·Adventure
The brief

Morocco — riads, deserts and the High Atlas in three colours.

Marrakech for the riad week (Royal Mansour, La Mamounia), Fez for the medina, the Atlas Mountains for the trek, the Sahara for the desert camp. The Atlantic coast (Essaouira, Oualidia) is the surprise.

Pair with a few nights in southern Spain by ferry from Tangier.

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When to go

A year in Morocco

Mar – May
Spring

Perfect weather, almond and rose harvest.

Jun – Aug
Summer

Hot in Marrakech, ideal on the Atlantic coast.

Sep – Nov
Autumn

Date harvest in the south, perfect desert weather.

Dec – Feb
Winter

Mild Marrakech, snow in the Atlas, peak riad season.

Recommended hotels

Where to stay in Morocco

Handpicked stays we love and recommend, chosen for their exceptional service, setting, and style — for every kind of traveler.

Resorts & regions

Where to go in Morocco

The chapters we book most often — pair two or three for a classic week, or commit to a single one for the slow-travel version.
Marrakech
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Marrakech

Riads, gardens, souks, palaces and the most atmospheric introduction to Morocco.

Royal Mansour Marrakech · La Mamounia · The Oberoi, Marrakech

Atlas Mountains
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Atlas Mountains

Mountain retreats, Berber villages, hiking and quiet landscapes beyond the city.

Kasbah Tamadot · Olinto Atlas Mountain Retreat · Kasbah Bab Ourika

Sahara Desert
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Sahara Desert

Dunes, tented camps, camel rides and sunset landscapes that feel completely otherworldly.

Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp · Desert Luxury Camp · Azalai Desert Camp

Fes
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Fes

Medinas, craftsmanship, history and one of Morocco’s most authentic cultural cities.

Riad Fès · Palais Faraj Suites & Spa · Karawan Riad

Essaouira
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Essaouira

Ocean air, art galleries, seafood, ramparts and a relaxed Atlantic pace.

Heure Bleue Palais · Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa · Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa

Chefchaouen
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Chefchaouen

Blue streets, mountain views and a photogenic northern escape.

Lina Ryad & Spa · Dar Jasmine · Casa Perleta

Agafay Desert
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Agafay Desert

Stone desert scenery, luxury camps and an easy desert-style experience near Marrakech.

Scarabeo Camp · Inara Camp · Caravan by Habitas Agafay

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