Journey through Morocco’s timeless landscapes and rich history of art and design.
Begin in Marrakesh with an expert-led tour inside Villa Oasis and Jardin Majorelle, the private retreat of the late fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent. Discover the Sidi Ghanem Design Quarter, followed by a private visit to the workshop of Yaha Rouach, a pioneer of metal artistry and Moroccan craftsmanship. Visit well-preserved palaces and historical sites, including the decorative El Badi Palace and Al-Karaouine Mosque, and marvel at traditional Islamic art and architecture at the Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Attarine Madrasa. After a scenic journey from Fez to Tangier, arrive in the iconic blue city of Chefchaouen.
Highlights
- Enjoy private access to Yves Saint Laurent’s Villa Oasis in Marrakesh, a rarely opened residence.
- Stroll through Saint Laurent’s iconic Jardin Majorelle, a living masterpiece of cobalt blues and exotic plants in Marrakesh.
- Retrace Delacroix’s path in Tangier and Tétouan, where explorations of medinas and lively markets echo the scenes of his iconic 19th-century sketches and paintings.
- Explore Marrakesh’s contemporary artisan quarter, Sidi Ghanem, with behind-the-scenes visits to leading designer studios and ateliers.
- Discover the whimsical Anima Garden, followed by a sensory wellness experience at the Bio-Aromatic Garden, including an herbal foot bath and garden-sourced tea tasting.
- Wander the streets and courtyards of Tangier, where renowned watercolor artist John Singer Sargent painted some of his most celebrated works.
- Take guided tours through Marrakesh’s historic landmarks, including Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Dar El Bacha Museum, and the intricately restored Koutoubia minbar at El Badi Palace.
- Discover Chefchaouen, Morocco’s blue city, on a day trip to the Rif Mountains, with time to stroll the medina and visit artisan shops.
- Savor local flavors at lunch in the gardens of Villa Mabrouka and a private visit to the botanical haven and residence of a prominent writer and horticulturist.
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