Morocco FAM Trip
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A delicate balance between East and West - Morocco is home to a spiritually uplifting culture grounded by gracious hospitality and compelling customs. With its strategic location in North Africa, Morocco stretches across fertile valleys, snow capped mountains, two extensive coastlines and an immense desert. Every region harbors a distinct local culture, tied to a distant past that shapes Morocco’s distinguished personality in the Muslim World. Over thousands of years, Berber tribes, Roman legions, Arab conquests, and European colonists have contributed to the formation of its heritage, and have left their mark on its history and cities.
Nov 25 – 28, 2023: (3 nights)
Nov 28 – 30, 2023: Marrakech (2 nights)
Nov 30 – Dec 2, 2023: Fes (2 nights)
Dec 2 – 3, 2023: Merzouga (1 nights)
Dec 3 – 5, 2023: (2 nights)
December is a pleasant month across Morocco, with mild temperatures during the day. But it can get chilly at night, especially in the north and the Sahara Desert.
It can be below freezing indoors. Pack warm clothes for indoors/sleep as well. Emphasis on wool socks.
Travelers with a U.S. or Argentinian passport do not need any special visa to enter Morocco.
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
We have put together this Destination Guide for you, full of unique insights and ways to get excited before you travel, such as:
- Spotify playlists
- Dishes to try
- Helpful phrases
- Packing guide
- Tipping guides
Plus more!
Founded almost 1000 years ago, Marrakech is a feast for the senses and has remained at the heart of Moroccan life ever since, acting as Sultanate capital on occasions, but now undoubtedly as the country’s cultural center.
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Meet your airport assistance upon exiting the plane for VIP airport assistance to fast track through immigration and customs.
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Your personal expert guide and private driver will accompany you throughout your journey. They will handle all your entrance fees to monuments and national parks as required. Every drive will include snacks and beverages in the vehicle.
Guide: A guide will be provided
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Meet your driver for a private transfer to your hotel in Marrakech.
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Confirmed with one of the sales managers.
Nobu is a 5-minute walk away from the hotel.
Return to Nobu for an included dinner courtesy of the hotel.
Reservation: Evening
Why we love it for you: Marrakech’s most storied hotel is big, bold and stunning. The one-time home of royalty has hosted a glittering array of VIP’s. They boast exquisite restaurants, one of the world's most highly rated spas, outdoor pools, lush historic gardens, tennis courts, and traditional yet modern rooms with views on the Koutoubia Mosque.
Visit Marrakech’s main historical attractions in style: by sidecar. Hop on a tour of the Red City in the most unique way and wizz by the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, an ancient university and a palace. Continue on to explore the souks by sidecar and get a unique perspective on the medina.
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Experience a Moroccan cooking class to learn how to create everything you've enjoyed this week back at home. The workshop will be conducted by a dada (traditional Moroccan cook) using easy-to-use, modern equipment. Learn how to prepare an appetizer and a main dish, or a main dish and dessert. You will be able to dine on the meal you have prepared.
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Confirmed after cooking class.
Confirmed with owners. Riad Jardin Secret is a 7-minute walk from La Maison Arabe.
Time: Evening
Drinks at Bo-Zin
La Mamounia
Twin Room
- Breakfast included
Today you will set out with your expert hiking guide to explore the valleys and passes of the incredibly beautiful High Atlas Mountains. The hike will be tailored to your preferences and fitness levels.
Confirmed with a guide
With your expert guide, visit a Berber village for lunch. Follow the road past the Kasbah up to the village of Imlil. Enjoy dazzling views as you traverse the Toubkal National Park, home to highest peak of North Africa. From here, take an off road track to the highest village in North Africa– Arm’ed (2000m). An excellent traditional Berber lunch will be served on the highest roof terrace of the village with stunning views down the mountain.
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Confirmed for afternoon with general manager.
Olinto is a 20-minute drive from Kasbah Tamadot.
La Mamounia
Twin Room
- Breakfast included
Confirmed at morning with the room manager.
Riad El Fenn is a 15-minute walk from Mamounia.
Transfer from La Mamounia to Villa des Orangers.
Confirmed at afternoon with the sales manager.
La Sultana is a 10-minute walk from Villa des Orangers.
Confirmed around 4:30 p.m. with the owner. The hotel is closed for renovations, but the owner will show us around the rooms.
Why we love it for you: The orange trees that give Villa des Orangers its name also give the sensation that you’ve stumbled upon a hidden palace. The stately bedrooms with leather furniture and private terraces only add to the royal ambiance, especially with the thick scent of citrus and flowing sound of fountains as a backdrop. The only thing not traditional about this riad is that there are two pools: one secluded under the trees and another on the roof for watching life in Marrakech go by.
Villa des Orangers Relais & Chateaux
Twin Room
- Breakfast included
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Drive to Aghafay Desert—first to Habitas Camp.
With lunch
Pending confirmation
Villa des Orangers Relais & Chateaux
Twin Room
- Breakfast included
Wake up this morning and head off to Morocco's scenset imperial city: Fez.
Travel Time: 6 hours (plus stops along the way)
When in Rabat, I hope you enjoy my hometown.
Along the way, stop in the beautiful capital city of Rabat for lunch and afternoon tea at a cafe in an Andalusian garden at the Kasbah des Oudaias. Visit the Hassan II Tower and the Royal Mausoleum that holds the tombs of the kings.
Dinner included
We don't use Riad Karawan enough, it's SPECTACULAR.
Why we love it for you: This is a perfect hotel for lovers of wide open spaces and natural light. In comparison to the traditional riad style hotel, this large property on the outskirts of the medina offers beautiful views from every angle and a modern take on traditional Moroccan interior design.
How's the staff treated at the front desk? Try to get a sense of the check-in experience.
My experience here was not great. Keep an eye on details like is your mini-fridge clean, etc.
(From a guest: there was also not great feedback about this hotel from a different guest)
Breakfast included
Confirmed for late morning.
Site inspection with the booking manager at 4:30 p.m.
Site inspection with a sales manager at 6 p.m. (requested earlier time if possible).
Hotel Sahrai
Twin Room
- Breakfast included
A long drive is missing. Please note the stops.
The best and most thrilling way to take on the dunes is behind the wheel of an ATV buggy. It's almost like driving through 20 feet waves.
Hit the slopes—er, dunes—on your sandboard. You'll glide down the soft sand on your sandboard and if you fall, it's as soft as snow.
Rise at dawn to watch the sunrise on camelback. Take camels across the dunes and over the Erg Chebbi Desert landscape and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Why we love it for you: This tented camp in the stunning dunes of Merzouga is set up away from the crowds in a quiet and remote area of the Erg Chegaga Dunes. The staff are kind and helpful, and the food is surprisingly delicious!
Luxury Desert Camp
Desert Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
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On the way to Skoura Valley, visit some of the most remote towns of Morocco’s south, such as Rich, Rissani and Errachidia. Wander through the streets of these adobe-styled towns and get lost among the locals. Rissani’s date auction is a sight not to miss in the main market.
Stop at Dades Gorge
NO WORDS.
Why we love it for you: The name Dar Ahlam translates to “house of dreams,” which feels appropriate since you’ll be pinching yourself as a reminder that you’re not in a fantasy. This traditional kasbah is more theater than mere accommodation, from the scenset of candlelit corridors and antique decor to the staff’s attention which is so seamless it could be choreographed. For the final act, be sure to catch the show-stopping sunset from the rooftop, ideally with a twilight-colored grenadine in hand to match.
Dar Ahlam
Kasbah Suite Twin
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
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Potential hotels to visit:
Dar Ahlam
Kasbah Suite Twin
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Confirmation Code: VWFUYX
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