Overview
Marrakech doesn’t ease you in. It hits fast — colour, sound, heat, movement — and then keeps going. Giving it two days means you’re not just reacting to the noise; you’re learning when to step into it and when to step away.
Coming from Casablanca, the shift is immediate. The first day is about finding the rhythm: navigating the medina, its landmarks and neighbourhoods, getting comfortable with the rhythm of the place. By nightfall, the city changes gear. Streets crowd, food stalls take over, and the atmosphere sharpens. This is Marrakech pulsating at full volume, and seeing it after dark is as important as seeing it by day.
Staying overnight inside the medina keeps you close to the centre of things, without being overwhelmed by it. The city eases back in the early hours, streets quieter, doors opening slowly. Time is set aside for a traditional hammam — heat, water, and unhurried ritual — before stepping back outside reset and ready for the day.
This journey isn’t about taming Marrakech or ticking it off. It’s about spending just enough time inside the chaos to enjoy it — and knowing when to step back.
Highlights
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Experience Marrakech by day and by night, when the medina comes alive with sound, movement, and ritual
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Overnight stay in a thoughtfully selected authentic Moroccan riad within the historic medina
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Avoid the fatigue of a rushed one-day return with a relaxed two-day pace
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Extended time allows deeper exploration of gardens, souks, and historic sites
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Flexible itinerary shaped around your personal interests
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Traditional Moroccan hammam experience
Full Description
Day 1 — The Historic Heart of Marrakech
La Palmeraie
Begin with a gentle camel ride through Marrakech’s palm groves, a timeless landscape just beyond the city.
Le Jardin Secret
Step into a restored riad garden hidden within the medina, where water, shade, and geometry reflect centuries of Moroccan design.
Koutoubia Mosque (Exterior Visit)
Admire Marrakech’s most iconic landmark, built in the 12th century and long a spiritual and architectural anchor of the city.
The Mellah
Explore the historic Jewish quarter, with its narrow lanes and layered history, including the Lazama Synagogue.
Bab Agnaou
Pause at one of the city’s most impressive gates, once the ceremonial entrance to the royal kasbah.
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Experience the legendary square as it fills with performers, storytellers, musicians, and food stalls—an atmosphere found nowhere else.
Souk Semmarine & Medina Walk
Wander through the medina’s most vibrant souks, where artisans, spice sellers, and merchants continue centuries-old trades.
Bahia Palace
Visit this 19th-century palace, known for its intricate tilework, tranquil courtyards, and refined craftsmanship.
Ben Youssef Madrasa
Explore one of North Africa’s most important Islamic schools, celebrated for its serene courtyard and exquisite decoration.
Evening at Leisure in the Medina
After nightfall, enjoy time in the medina to dine, stroll, or simply take in the city’s nocturnal energy.
Overnight in a traditional riad.
Day 2 — Color, Craft, and Choice
Majorelle Garden
Begin the day at this iconic botanical garden, created by Jacques Majorelle and later restored by Yves Saint Laurent, famed for its cobalt-blue architecture and exotic plant life. Entrance tickets included.
Cooking Class or Moroccan Hammam
Choose between:
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A hands-on Moroccan cooking class, learning traditional techniques and enjoying the meal you prepare
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A traditional hammam experience, offering cleansing rituals and deep relaxation
Both options are included.
Traditional Bazaars and Souks
Before returning to Casablanca, enjoy a guided walk through Marrakech’s traditional markets—an unfiltered window into the city’s craft and daily rhythm. Move through lively market lanes filled with color, scent, and conversation as you browse authentic handmade goods and watch skilled artisans at work. It’s an immersive final stop that captures Marrakech as it truly is: spirited, tactile, and unmistakably alive.
Return to Casablanca in the evening.
Inclusions
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Licensed local guide
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Private transportation in an air-conditioned car or minivan
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Overnight accommodation in a traditional riad
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Breakfast and lunch
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Camel ride experience
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Majorelle Garden entrance ticket
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Choice of cooking class or Moroccan hammam
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Bottled mineral water
Exclusions
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Personal expenses
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Other monument entrance fees
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Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Information
- Tour Type: Private
- Languages: English, French, Arabic, other
- Duration: 2 Days
- Depart From: Your hotel or anywhere in Casablanca
Price Per Person (USD)
- 1-3 Guests: $290 pp
- 4-6 Guests: $240 pp
- 7-14 Guests: $200 pp
- 15+ Guests: Contact us at +1 (747) 368-1911 to arrange for a custom quote







































