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Gnaoua musicians performing in the Djemaa el Fna

Morocco

Morocco is a country of superlatives—nowhere so close to Britain is so different or so exotic. A moderate Muslim country, Morocco has long been on the “Grand Tour” circuit of travellers wishing to expand their knowledge and experience.

Aït BenhaddouMoroccan musiciansDecorated wall inside the Ben Youssef MadrasaTwo water sellers beneath the Koutoubia minaret

Students and teachers alike return from Morocco with eyes opened and lives enriched by contact with the Moroccan people. Hugely hospitable and welcoming, Moroccans are proud to share their country with visitors—and what a country!

Jbel Toubkal from near ImlilTrekking in the desertTrekking in the desertCarpet shop in the souk

In a short visit, Discover can take you from the summit of Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa, to the edge of the Sahara desert. We can guide you through the bewildering variety of Marrakech’s souk and let you witness the living theatre of its enormous square, the infamous Djemaa el Fna, the beating heart of Marrakech.