Morocco Culinary Experience

8 Nights and 9 Days

Highlights of the Trip

Explore Morocco through its food, culture and heritage. From the spice filled souks of Marrakech to the imperial kitchens of Fes and the coastal flavours of Essaouira, this culinary focused journey blends history, gastronomy and immersive local experiences. A perfect balance of sightseeing, learning and indulgence.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Marrakech

Arrive in Marrakech
Transfer to riad or boutique hotel
Welcome mint tea ceremony
Evening walk through Jemaa el Fna square
Overnight stay in Marrakech

Day 2 – Marrakech Market and Cooking Experience

Visit local spice markets and food souks
Guided ingredient selection with chef
Hands on Moroccan cooking class
Traditional lunch prepared by participants
Afternoon visit to Bahia Palace and medina
Overnight stay

Day 3 – Marrakech Cultural Exploration

Explore Koutoubia Mosque exterior
Visit Saadian Tombs
Explore Majorelle Garden
Evening traditional Moroccan dinner with music
Overnight stay

Day 4 – Marrakech to Atlas Mountains

Drive to Atlas Mountain villages
Visit Berber homes and local farms
Learn traditional bread and tagine preparation
Scenic mountain walks
Overnight stay in mountain lodge

Day 5 – Atlas Mountains to Fes

Drive through countryside towns
Stop at local eateries en route
Arrive in Fes and check in
Evening food tasting walk in the medina
Overnight stay in Fes

Day 6 – Fes Culinary and Heritage Tour

Explore Fes medina with local guide
Visit tanneries and spice shops
Participate in a traditional Fassi cooking class
Lunch with a local family
Overnight stay

Day 7 – Fes to Essaouira

Travel to coastal town of Essaouira
Explore fishing port and old town
Seafood tasting experience
Overnight stay by the coast

Day 8 – Essaouira Leisure and Farewell Dinner

Leisure morning by the ocean
Optional surf or art gallery visits
Farewell Moroccan feast
Overnight stay

Day 9 – Departure

Breakfast at hotel
Transfer to airport

Activities

• Guided food market and souk walks
• Moroccan cooking classes with local chefs
• Spice tasting and ingredient selection
• Traditional home dining experiences
• Bread baking and tagine preparation
• Seafood tasting by the coast
• Cultural performances and local music evenings

Inclusions

• Boutique hotels and traditional riads
• Daily breakfast and selected lunches and dinners
• All cooking classes and culinary experiences
• Private air conditioned transfers
• English speaking local guides
• Market and monument entry fees
• Airport transfers
• All applicable taxes and service charges