Luxury Morocco Holidays & Tours

An intoxicating blend of cultures, Morocco conjures images of colourful souks filled with heady aromas, traditional Berber houses clinging to mountain slopes, desert wilderness spiked with swaying palms and sweeping saffron-coloured sand dunes ...

An intoxicating blend of cultures, Morocco conjures images of colourful souks filled with heady aromas, traditional Berber houses clinging to mountain slopes, desert wilderness spiked with swaying palms and sweeping saffron-coloured sand dunes of the Sahara. Morocco’s history tells a tale of Roman conquests, Islamic invasion and Berber dynasties which have each left their mark on the country.

Framed by the Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is the epitome of Morocco with its ancient medina and vibrant Jemaâ el Fna Square. Brimming with heritage and culture, sites of interest in Marrakech include the Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Majorelle Gardens. To the east lies the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains and further south you will find Ouarzazate, gateway to the mighty Saharan desert, which is home to red earth coloured kasbahs and date palms.

To the north are the twin imperial cities of Meknes and Fes, the latter home to one of the finest original medieval medinas in the world, and nearby you will find the Roman city of Volubilis, Morocco’s best-preserved archaeological site. Chefchaouen – an atmospheric blue-washed town set high in the Rif Mountains is highly recommended on a tour of Morocco. Back down on the Atlantic coast lies pretty Essaouira which, with its low white-washed buildings, historic harbour and windswept beach, retains a relaxed and carefree air. Pettitts Travel has specialised in providing unique, tailor-made holidays and tours to Morocco for over 35 years.