Moroccan Indulgence: A Women's Journey

Upon arrival, you will be met outside the arrivals terminal by your chauffeur. After a brief review of your itinerary, you will be transferred to your hotel. After check in and some time for relaxation, this evening head to the iconic Rick's Cafe for dinner with the group at 630 PM.

After breakfast at your hotel, begin your morning at 8:30 AM, meeting your guide for an immersion into Casablanca's most iconic sights. Marvel at the majestic Hassan II Mosque, the third-largest in the world, its soaring minaret rising above the Atlantic. Continue along the elegant Corniche, the city's fashionable seaside promenade lined with chic cafes and restaurants, before taking in a wider panorama of Casablanca's diverse neighborhoods. Journey onward to Morocco's capital, Rabat, where you'll admire the Royal Palace and the historic Hassan Tower. Step inside one of the few sacred sites open to non-Muslims: the resplendent Mausoleum of King Mohammed V, a masterpiece of Moroccan artistry and a tribute to a revered leader.

Next, travel to a local winery to enjoy a tasting of locally crafted Moroccan wines, paired with a delicious three-course lunch amid serene vineyard landscapes. Continue to Meknes, one of the kingdom's great imperial cities, remarkably preserved since its founding in the 11th century. Pause before the magnificent Bab el-Mansour, the grand gateway overlooking El-Hedim Square, before completing your journey to Fes.

Meet your guide at 9:00 AM and step into the pages of the Middle Ages as you explore Fez El Bali, the timeless cultural soul of Morocco. Wander through a maze of 9,000 narrow lanes and alleys, discovering the vibrant souks that have pulsed with life since the city's founding in the 8th century.

Visit the venerable Karaouine, one of the world's oldest universities, and the exquisite Attarine Medersa, a 14th-century jewel of Hispano-Moorish design. Continue to Nejjarine Square, home to a beautifully tiled fountain and the restored fondouq, now the Museum of Carpentry.

Explore the newly renovated Al Batha Museum before entering Fez El Jdid, built by the Merinides in the 13th century. Here, admire the Royal Palace, the mosques, the madrasas, and the historic Mellah, where wrought-iron windows and carved wooden balconies reveal nuances of Jewish architectural heritage. Conclude with a fascinating visit to the nine-century-old leather tannery, the clay workshop, artisan quarters, and embroidery shops of the UNESCO-listed medieval medina. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

Today is dedicated entirely to rejuvenation. Indulge in a full-day immersion at the Vichy Thermalia Spa, home to healing waters rich in sulfur, calcium, and sodium. Rising from 1,500 meters underground and emerging at 54 degrees Celsius, these mineral-laden waters are celebrated for their soothing, anti-inflammatory properties and neutral pH.

Your wellness circuit includes a swim in the thermal pool, followed by the Vaporarium, a hydromassage bath, jet shower. After a nourishing lunch, surrender to a traditional hammam and a Moroccan massage. After your treatments, return to your hotel in Fez, to spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing or exploring on your own.

Depart at 9:00 AM for a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing the alpine town of Ifrane and the majestic cedar forests of Azrou. After lunch in Midelt, continue through the dramatic Ziz Gorges, skirting palm-lined towns en route to Errachidia, once an essential crossroads between Morocco's imperial cities. Arrive in Erfoud, where red-toned buildings rise against the vastness of the desert and pockets of green oasis.

After breakfast, depart at 9:30 AM by 4x4 for the spectacular Erg Chebbi, home to some of the Sahara's highest dunes. En route, visit Berber villages, engage with local traditions, and stop at a camel-milk cooperative. In Rissani, explore a traditional market known for trading donkeys and livestock.

Continue to Khamlia for lunch, then visit a Gnawa (African) village, where the rhythms of ancestral music echo across the sand. The surreal landscape of Erg Chebbi rises abruptly from the flat desert, a place steeped in legend. Upon arriving at your desert camp enjoy a short rest before you mount a camel and ride into the sands to witness a sunset you'll never forget-crimson light dancing over endless golden dunes (alternatively you may elect to walk to the sunset viewing spot). Enjoy dinner beneath a star-strewn sky before settling into your tent for the night.

Depart at 9:00 AM for the lush oasis of Tinghir and the majestic Todra Gorge, often called the Sahara's own Grand Canyon. Visit a traditional farm to learn ancient cultivation methods, followed by a Farm-to-Table lunch at Restaurant Yasmine. Continue through the Dades Valley, where fig, olive, and date-palm oases contrast against stark slopes dotted with mudbrick dwellings. Meet a local family in a traditional Nomad house and enjoy some authentic Berber tea. Your day ends in Ouarzazate, Morocco's cinematic capital, where iconic films like Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars were filmed.

Begin after breakfast at approximately 9:00 AM with a visit to the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, then explore the film studios that put Ouarzazate on Hollywood's map (Optional and for own account). Continue to the legendary Ait Ben Haddou, a sand-colored ksar of six interconnected kasbahs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featured in Gladiator, Alexander, Game of Thrones, and more.

Wander its winding streets to the granary at the summit for panoramic valley views. Then journey across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizin Tichka Pass, arriving in Marrakech around 3:30 PM. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

After breakfast, set out at 9:00 AM to explore the "Red City," where history and artistry meet. Admire the striking Koutoubia Mosque before touring the lavish Bahia Palace, with its 150 rooms, courtyards, gardens, hammams, stables, and ornate artisan work. Wander through Marrakech's lively souks and artisan quarters, then visit Dar El Bacha, Museum of Confluences located in a 1910 palace glowing with zellige tilework, carved cedar, and luminous plaster details. Next up, stroll the legendary Jemaa El Fna, where storytellers, musicians, henna artists, snake charmers, and food stalls create a mesmerizing open-air spectacle.

At 4:00 PM, transfer for a unique culinary experience at The Bennounas Farm in the Ourika Valley. Under the guidance of Chef Azzeddine Bennouna and his wife Marie, enjoy a cooking class, garden tour, traditional tea ceremony, bread-baking demonstration, and a delicious dinner paired with wine. While the food is cooking, you are welcome to jump in the pool -if season permits! After dinner, transfer back to your hotel for overnight.

Today is at your leisure to relax and explore Marrakech on your own. Alternatively, why not take an optional excursion to Essaouria with a wine paired lunch enroute (own account)?

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Marrakech Airport in time for your onward journey.