Highlights

Wander the streets of the Roman world. Follow the tracks in the stone roads, through the Triumphal Arches, made by the endless flow of carts through the city making there way from Africa’s interior to the ports of the Mediterranean and having to pay for the privilege! Marvel at the ruins of the Roman Empire in North Africa, known then as Mauretania, at site like Lixus and the UNESCO protected Volubilis.

• Revel in ancient Roman Morocco »

No tour to Morocco is complete without a glimpse into the history and culture of the Berbers, with their roots going back into pre-history. Today, Berbers live mainly in the mountain and desert regions and are divided into three distinct groups based upon a very distinct dialect. Many still follow a traditional way of life living in the High Atlas and the southern reaches of the country.

• Experience the
  Berbers »

The Draa valley dominates a region that flirts with the ever-encroaching Sahara desert. Dotted with beautiful dry river valleys known as Wadi, Gorges and Canyons, this stronghold of the Berber is simply stunning. Visit dusty towns and lush Oasis. You should take the time to hike the trailers of the Jebel Sarhro or camp in the Dades valley and explore the remarkable canyons. If you don’t have time then save if for one thing, a visit to the sand sea of Erg Cheddi to watch the sun falling below the horizon. Magical.

• Merzouga Magic »

Tangiers is a delightful melange of North African, Spanish and French influences: filled with exotic mystery, fascinating history and blessed with good beaches. There’s a slightly rakish air to the city: a legacy of its freebooting days as an International free zone! The Medina is worth a visit to bargain and is a great place to soak up local colour.

• Something to savour in Spanish Morocco »

The magic and lure of Marrakech is undeniable: with over 1000 years of tumultuous history the Imperial city is a centre of arts, trade and home to Morocco’s most famous medina. In its teeming, labyrinthine passages there’s everything you can possibly think of to buy: carpets, rugs, sumptuous velvet shawls, iron lamps, Berber jewellery, pottery...bargaining is mandatory! The 'jewel in the crown' at the heart of the medina is the famous Djemaa El-Fna Square. It’s an incredible experience at night when it becomes a fabulous ‘living theatre’ as dancers, jugglers, acrobats, storytellers, soothsayers, snake charmers and medicine men twirl and whirl and sweet talk you into buying their goods!

• Marvellous memories of Marrakech »

The spiritual and political heart of Morocco with many of its earliest settlers from fleeing from Spain and Tunisia. The Tunisians founded the Karaouine Mosque and University, which led the world in thinking for generations. The medina and souks are considered the best in the country, and with over 9400 twisting and turning alleyways, the walled Fez El Bali is thought to be the largest car free zones in the world! Pottery, carpets and vibrant Moroccan jewellery are excellent buys – and the ubiquitous Fez hat!

• A short stay in Fez »

Unwind on the wild and rugged Atlantic Coast of Morocco: spend lazy days on the beaches of Agadir and the up and coming resorts of Essaouaria and Oualidia. Go fishing, surfing or bird watching; soak up a little culture or simple chill out watching the world go by!

• Watch the world go by »

Seek refuge in the cool alleyways and squares, relax and watch the world go by over a refreshing glass of mint tea. Everything you expect and more from busy, crowded streets full of sights and smells! To sea facing ramparts and breathtaking views over the valleys of the High Atlas. Usually on high ground, the entrance to a port or in the centre of towns they are designed to protect the inhabitants against enemies. They are an integral part of the history of the country and any tour should include them. Many are now great places to stay.

• A glass of mint tea? »

The cities of Fez, Meknes, Marrakech and Rabat are collectively known as the Imperial Cities, and each, at some point in Morocco's colourful history, was the capital. Each city has its own distinctive character and intriguing past.

• Journey through Royal Morocco »

The Atlas Mountains are one of the last Berber strongholds. A myriad of remote and friendly villages are still linked in places via mule tracks, where villagers often offer surprisingly good accommodation for walkers and mountain bikers. Few roads penetrate this homeland of the Berbers. From here intrepid hikers can scale the slopes of Jebel Toubkal at 4,167m and roam thought beautiful countryside with hillsides dotted with emerald green terraces tended by the local women gaily dressed in vivid colours.

• Trails of the Atlas »