The Morocco Odyssey     

Imperial Cities, Blue Walls & Desert Cities

20 April - 4 May 2026 (14 nights)

Ready for a Moroccan Journey You'll Never Forget?

Join Max and our experienced team on an unforgettable 14-night journey through Morocco's most captivating destinations! Our Morocco Odyssey weaves together the imperial grandeur of ancient cities, the mesmerising blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, and the magical starlit nights of the Sahara Desert.

Journey Highlights

    • Casablanca: Begin your adventure at the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque, where traditional architecture meets the Atlantic Ocean

    • Fes: Wander the world's largest living medieval city, where craftspeople still practice centuries-old traditions

    • Chefchaouen: Discover the enchanting "Blue Pearl" nestled in the Rif Mountains, a photographer's paradise

    • Marrakech: Experience the vibrant energy of the historic medina with its palaces, gardens, and hidden treasures

  • Immerse yourself in Marrakech's creative spirit:

    • Explore world-class museums celebrating both traditional and contemporary art

    • Wander through legendary gardens that inspired fashion icons

    • Meet local artisans in their workshops

    • Discover boutiques where traditional craftsmanship meets modern design

  • Escape to an exclusive country club where you can lounge by the pool or experience a traditional hammam.

    • Desert Journey: Travel by 4x4 across changing landscapes to reach the magnificent golden dunes

    • Sunset Camel Trek: Ride across the sands as the setting sun creates an ever-changing palette of colors

    • Luxury Desert Camp: Enjoy a comfortable night under canvas with modern amenities amid stunning natural beauty

    • Starlit Dinner: Share stories around the campfire as traditional music plays under a canopy of brilliant stars

    • Rooftop Dining: Savor gourmet Moroccan cuisine while enjoying panoramic views of ancient medinas and mountain landscapes

    • Premium Restaurants: Dine at Morocco's finest establishments, where traditional flavors meet contemporary presentation

    • Premium Riads: Stay in Morocco's finest traditional homes, where historic architecture meets design

    • Elegant Kasbahs: Reside in meticulously restored fortress-palaces that once housed Morocco's elite

    • Desert Glamping: Experience the Sahara in style with plush bedding, private bathrooms, and gourmet dining under the stars

    • Atlas Mountains: Breathe in the fresh mountain air while visiting traditional Berber villages nestled among stunning peaks

    • Todra Gorge: Walk between towering limestone cliffs in one of Morocco's most dramatic landscapes

    • Valley of Kasbahs: Journey through the stunning Dades Valley, dotted with ancient mud-brick fortresses

    • Changing Landscapes: Witness Morocco's incredible diversity as fertile plains give way to mountains and desert

    • Private Demonstrations: Exclusive access to master artisans' workshops and studios

    • Fine Craftsmanship: Opportunities to acquire quality pieces directly from renowned craftspeople

    • Design Appreciation: Learn to distinguish the finest examples of Moroccan crafts with expert guidance

    • Bespoke Shopping: Personal assistance for selecting exceptional textiles, ceramics, and decorative arts

    • Local Interactions: Meet artisans, farmers, nomads, and families who will share their stories and traditions

    • Cultural Immersion: Participate in bread-making, tea ceremonies, and music gatherings

    • Berber Culture: Learn about indigenous traditions that have survived and evolved over thousands of years

    • Group Camaraderie: Share this remarkable journey with like-minded travelers, creating friendships and memories that last

  • Your journey includes every detail, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the magic of Morocco:

    Accommodations: Carefully selected boutique riads and kasbahs

    Dining: Breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout your journey

    • Traditional Moroccan breakfasts

    • Leisurely lunches in atmospheric settings

    • Memorable dinners from rooftop terraces to desert feasts

    Transportation

    • Private airport transfers

    • Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles throughout

    • Expert drivers familiar with every route

    Experiences:

    • All entry fees to museums, gardens, and historical sites

    • Guided excursions with knowledgeable local experts

    • Special experiences like desert activities

    • Shopping guidance and cultural insights

    Expert Guidance

    • Your host Maxine (Max) has 13 years of experience in Moroccoo where she will opens the doors to the country's hidden gems. Her trusted network of artisans and traders, built through years of personal relationships, ensures you'll discover the authentic heart of Moroccan

    • Professional local guides sharing authentic insights

    • 24/7 on-ground support

Hosted Journey Details

April 20 - May 4, 2026 (14 nights)

Land Only

Limited to 10 Guests

What's Included:

  • 14 nights in boutique riads and luxury desert camp

  • All breakfasts, lunches, and dinners

    Every lunch and dinner of your journey is thoughtfully arranged at our carefully selected premium dining venues, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience throughout your stay.

  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout

    Travel in comfort with dedicated, climate-controlled vehicles for all your journeys and transfers.

  • Local expert guides

    Our journey is led by knowledgeable Rahiid who bring authentic insights and deep cultural understanding to every experience

  • All activities and entrance fees to monuments and attractions including a Sahara 4x4 desert excursion and camel trek.

  • Airport transfers

  • Personal host throughout your journey

    Maxine, your personal host, is here for any questions, needs, and most of all - fun! Her passion for Morocco and dedication to creating amazing experiences means you'll always have a friendly face to turn to throughout your journey.

Price:

Double Room: $13,900 per person

  • Based on two people sharing a room

  • Available with either one double bed or two twin beds

  • Twin bed rooms are available but limited - please request at time of booking

  • Please specify your bed preference when booking

Single Room: $18,300

  • For solo travelers or those preferring their own room

    If you're traveling solo but would like to share a room, let us know and we can explore pairing you with another solo traveler to avoid the single supplement (subject to availability)

Secure Your Place:

  • 30% non refundable deposit to reserve your spot

  • Payment plans available

  • Final balance due 60 days before departure

Ready to Experience Morocco With Us?

Any questions please contact hello@curatedjourneys.com.au

Early booking bonus: Complimentary traditional hammam experience when you book by September 1, 2026

About Your Host

Over the past 13 years, Maxine (Max) has woven a unique path through Morocco, building lasting friendships with local artisans, riad owners, restaurant owners, and craftspeople. What began as sourcing trips for her business has grown into deep connections across the country. Today, she opens these doors to fellow travelers, sharing the authentic Morocco she's come to know and love.

20 APRIL - 4 MAY 2026 |

20 APRIL - 4 MAY 2026 |

Your Day-by-Day Journey

Day 1

WELCOME TO CASABLANCA
Arrival & Ocean Breezes

As you arrive in Casablanca, we'll greet you with warm smiles and whisk you to our beautiful hotel overlooking the Atlantic. After settling in, join us for sunset cocktails on the rooftop terrace where we'll toast to the adventures ahead. Tonight, we'll dine at a restaurant where traditional flavours meet contemporary Moroccan cuisine, the perfect introduction to your journey.

Day 2

CASABLANCA TO FES
Royal Roads & Ancient Walls

Energised by a breakfast of fresh breads and local honey, we'll visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque before heading towards Fes. Our scenic drive through olive groves and rolling hills brings us to Morocco's cultural heart by late afternoon. After checking into our stunning riad within the ancient walls, we'll gather for dinner on a panoramic rooftop as the call to prayer echoes across the medina—a magical first evening in the imperial city.

Day 3

FES EXPLORATION
Artisan Quarters & Hidden Treasures

This morning we dive into Fes' labyrinthine streets, where every turn reveals something remarkable. We'll visit master craftspeople in their workshops, witnessing centuries-old techniques in action. After lunch we'll explore the vibrant dye pits of the tanneries and discover hidden architectural gems within the world's largest car-free urban area. Tonight's dinner features rooftop dining where panoramic views of the ancient medina provide a magical backdrop to our refined Moroccan feast.

Day 4

FES TO CHEFCHAOUEN
Ancient Stones to Blue Dreams

We journey to enchanting Chefchaouen today, stopping first at the Roman ruins of Volubilis where we'll enjoy a gourmet picnic among ancient stones. By late afternoon, we arrive at the mesmerizing Blue Pearl nestled in the Rif Mountains. After checking into our charming riad, we'll wander the azure streets.

Day 5

CHEFCHAOUEN IMMERSION
Photography & Mountain Views

Wake up surrounded by Chefchaouen's famous blue walls. Our morning unfolds with a photography walk capturing the most picturesque corners of this dreamlike town. After lunch at a café with sweeping mountain views, you'll have time to explore artisan workshops and find the perfect blue keepsake. We'll reunite for dinner at a restaurant offering panoramic views over the blue-washed rooftops.

Day 6

CHEFCHAOUEN TO MEKNES
Blue Mountains to Imperial Splendor

Bidding farewell to the blue city, we travel to Meknes, Morocco's most underrated imperial city. Upon arrival, we'll explore magnificent gates and royal granaries before checking into our elegant riad. The afternoon offers time to wander the authentic medina before gathering for dinner in a restored palace, where we'll sample refined cuisine accompanied by local musicians.

Day 7

MEKNES TO ERFOUD
Cedar Forests to Desert Gates

Our journey to the Sahara begins! We'll drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane with its surprising alpine architecture and cedar forests where Barbary monkeys play. After lunch with mountain views, we continue to Erfoud, gateway to the desert. Tonight we'll dine under the stars at our kasbah-style hotel, anticipation building for tomorrow's desert adventure.

Day 8

ERFOUD TO SAHARA DESERT
Golden Dunes & Starlit Skies

This morning we visit fascinating fossil workshops before boarding our 4x4 vehicles for an exhilarating drive into the desert. At the edge of the majestic dunes, we'll mount camels for a sunset trek to our luxury desert camp. Your beautifully appointed tent awaits, but first we'll gather for aperitifs by the fire followed by a gourmet dinner under an endless canopy of stars. Later, Berber musicians will perform around the campfire.

Day 9

SAHARA TO TODRA GORGE
Desert Dawn to Canyon Walls

Early risers can experience the magical desert sunrise before breakfast among the dunes. Returning to civilisation by camel and 4x4, we journey to the spectacular Todra Gorge where massive limestone cliffs create a natural cathedral. Our accommodation tonight is an authentic kasbah nestled at the base of the gorge. Relax by the pool before dinner featuring local specialties and mountain herbs.

Day 10

TODRA GORGE TO OUARZAZATE
Valley of Kasbahs

Day 11

OUARZAZATE TO ATLAS MOUNTAINS
Fortress Villages & Mountain Passes

Day 12

ATLAS MOUNTAINS TO MARRAKECH
Mountain Tranquility to Urban Energy

Day 13

MARRAKECH EXPLORATION
Gardens, Palaces & Design

Day 14

MARRAKECH INDULGENCE
Shopping & Countryside Retreat

Day 15

FAREWELL
Au Revoir, Morocco

Today we travel the "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs," stopping to photograph these ancient fortresses rising dramatically from the landscape. After lunch overlooking the lush Dades Valley, we continue to Ouarzazate, Morocco's film capital. We'll check into our stylish hotel before dinner on a terrace under the desert stars.

This morning, we visit the spectacular mud-brick village of Ait Ben Haddou, climbing to its panoramic summit before lunch with a view of this UNESCO treasure. Our journey continues through the breathtaking Tizi n'Tichka pass to reach a traditional Berber village in the High Atlas. Tonight, we're welcomed into a local home for bread-making and a family dinner—an authentic glimpse into mountain life.

Our morning in the Atlas Mountains includes a gentle walk through terraced fields and a traditional tea ceremony with panoramic views. After lunch at our mountain lodge, we descend to vibrant Marrakech. Check into our premium riad, then join us for an orientation stroll before dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the ancient city.

Energized by breakfast in our riad's courtyard, we'll head to the stunning Jardin Majorelle and YSL Museum. After a modern lunch in a bright courtyard setting, we'll discover hidden architectural treasures and visit contemporary artisans in their workshops. Tonight's dinner at a stylish restaurant introduces you to modern Moroccan cuisine with a creative twist.

Our final day begins with a leisurely breakfast at our riad. The morning is yours to explore Marrakech's treasure-filled souks at your own pace – perhaps finding that perfect rug, leather goods, or artisanal keepsake to take home. For lunch, we'll escape to the tranquil Beldi Country Club, an oasis just outside the city where you can relax by the pool, stroll through rose gardens, or indulge in a traditional hammam spa treatment. As the sun sets on our Moroccan adventure, we'll gather for a spectacular farewell dinner at El Fenn, where the stylish rooftop setting and innovative cuisine provide the perfect finale to our journey.

After a final breakfast at our riad, we'll arrange transfers to Marrakech Menara Airport according to your departure schedule, sending you home with a heart full of Moroccan memories.

THE DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Room Arrangements & Pricing

    Double Room: $13,900 per person

    • Deposit: 30% non-refundable

    • Based on two people sharing a room

    • Available with either one double bed or two twin beds

    • Twin beds are limited at each property. Please request at time of booking to secure availability.

    Single Room: $18,300

    • Deposit: 30% non-refundable

    • For solo travelers or those preferring their own room

    • Please specify your bed preference when booking

    • If you're traveling solo but would like to share a room, let us know and we can explore pairing you with another solo traveler to avoid the single supplement (subject to availability).

    • Deposit: 30% non-refundable (required to secure your spot)

    • Final Balance: Due by 23 February 2026

    Flexible Payment Plan

    • Deposit: 30% non-refundable

    • Monthly installments available

    • Full payment required by February 23, 2026

    • Contact us to arrange a plan that works for you

  • Yes. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Curated Journey guests. Travellers must insure adequately for the full duration of their tour with respect to illness, injury, baggage and personal loss and provide proof of insurance and a copy of the policy with their final payment.

  • Bookings accepted only after a non-refundable deposit of 30% is paid.

    The balance of payment must be paid no later than 60 days before departure, failing which Curated Journeys may treat the booking as cancelled by the traveller.

    All cancellations by the traveler must be received in writing and will take effect from the date received by Curated Journeys , in which event, the following cancellation charges will apply:

    Up to 61 days – Loss of deposit

    Between 60 and 30 days – 50% of entire booking cost

    Between 29 days and departure date – 100% of entire booking cost

    Please ensure you have travel insurance to cover you against any unforeseen circumstances which may arise after full payment is made. description.

    Please read our full terms and conditions HERE

    • International flights to Casablanca and from Marrakech

    • Airport transfers outside scheduled arrival/departure days

    • Any additional transport arrangements outside the scheduled tour

    • Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages

    • Additional snacks outside scheduled meals

    • Travel insurance (mandatory)

    • Passport and visa costs

    • Personal shopping and souvenirs

    • Spa treatments

    • Private arrangements outside the scheduled tour

    • Personal phone calls or internet charges

    • Any activities not listed in the itinerary

Meet Your Host

Hey, I'm Maxine (Max to most)! From the moment I first stepped foot in Morocco, I knew I'd found something special. My love for discovering artisanal treasures grew into a deeper connection with the country's vibrant culture, ancient crafts, and amazing people - oh, and let's not forget the incredible cuisine and enchanting rooftop dinners (I could go on and on!).

As your host for our small group journeys, I create spaces where strangers become friends over shared adventures and memorable evenings. I can't wait to share the Morocco I fell in love with and help you experience its wonder for yourself.

Each tour I lead is thoughtfully crafted to ensure you experience the authentic heart of this magical kingdom, creating memories and friendships that last long after the journey ends.