The Gateway Between Morocco & Andalusia
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Overview
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Accommodation
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Itinerary
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Fares
A journey overview
- Casablanca
- Marrakesh
- Merzouga
- Fez
- Chefchaouen
- Seville
- Tren Al Andalus
- Ronda
- Granada
20 Days Explorations
- Departing:
- 23 Sep 2020
Journey across the cities of Morocco, stay a night in the desert, and ride a train through Spain’s Andalusia region.


The Life of a Fashion Icon
Choose a Your World Experience which includes private access to Villa Oasis, Yves Saint Laurent’s former home.

Sahara Nights
Spend a magical night under the stars in a private luxury tented desert camp, sleeping among silver sand dunes.

A Photographer’s Paradise in the Blue City
Accompanied by a professional photographer, we immortalise our time within Chefchaouen’s blue walls.

An Equestrian Ballet
A fusion of classic Spanish music, 18th-century costume and graceful choreography, be privy to the elegance of the beloved Andalusian horses.

Europe’s Oldest City
We explore Cádiz, an ancient port city considered to be Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited settlement.
Residences of the Highest Standard

La Maison Arabe, Marrakesh
In the Marrakesh Medina is a residence of the finest elegance, La Maison Arabe. Walk through the perfumed gardens and candlelit riad and admire the craftsmanship of the carved lattices, tadelakt walls and brick archways.

Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville
The opulence of Hotel Alfonso XIII is undeniable. Floor-to-ceiling windows, marble floors, lamp-lit alfresco dining areas and bronze chandeliers nod to Seville’s past, while landmarks are within easy walking distance.

Tren Al Andalus
Soar through Andalusia aboard your regal train. The elegance of the Belle Époque era coexists with the comforts of modern age, creating one of those rare instances where the journey is as enjoyable as the destination.
Itinerary
Arrive Casablanca (Morocco)
Upon touching down in Morocco’s largest city, we are fast tracked to the Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca. Our immersion into the country’s history begins with a visit to Hassan II Mosque, before we make our way to the Habous Quarter. Here, a walk through the medina reveals souks selling everything from leather-bound books to spices. The glories of golden-age Hollywood come to life with a dinner at Rick’s Cafe, reminiscent of the film Casablanca.
Marrakesh
Celebrate our arrival into Marrakesh with a choice between exploring the medina and souks of Marrakesh or indulging in an authentic hammam ritual at the Royal Hammam & Spa. After dark, discover Djemaa El Fna Square, declared a masterpiece of world heritage by UNESCO. Dip into Moroccan history with a visit to Koutoubia Mosque, Saandian Tombs and Palace of Bahia. After, feast on traditional Moroccan fare at Le Jardin before a tagine cooking class.
Marrakesh, Ouarzazate
Take a sunrise hot air balloon ride, visit Villa Oasis, Jardin Majorelle and the YSL Museum. Then lunch at Le Nomad. Or, embark on a High Atlas hike to Imlil. We gather for a Gala Dinner in the candlelit gardens of our hotel, La Maison Arabe. Onwards to Ouarzazate. We follow the caravan trade route between the Sahara and Marrakesh, reaching Kasbah Aït Benhaddou which we explore by ATV. We arrive at Riad Ksar Ighnda, an oasis within the desert.
Merzouga
It’s time to make all our desert dreams come true as we make our way to Merzouga. Tangerine sand dunes roll across the Sahara Desert like the undulating waves of the ocean, beckoning us. At sunset, we meet our long lashed, hump-backed friends for a camel trek to our private tented camp. Under a star-studded sky we feast to the accompaniment of local tribal music, counting shooting stars as they appear.
Fez
It’s onto Fez and our private oasis at the Palais Amani. Our discovery of Fez includes the Royal Palace, the old Jewish Quarter, Al Qarawiyyin University and Medersa Bou Inania, a school for the study of the Quran built in 1351. At Fez Medina, join a tasting tour, sampling Malawi (pancakes), crispy potato cakes and cured olives. Perhaps partake in a traditional pottery, brass-etching or bookbinding workshop, or visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
Chefchaouen, Tangier
We are led through the winding pathways of Chefchaouen’s blue medina with a personal photographer, who will perfectly capture us in this iconic city. A swift trek to the Spanish Mosque is rewarded with sweeping views of the city. For centuries, Tangier has been known as Europe’s gateway to North Africa. We stay at Grand Hotel Villa de France, where we may set off to Cap Spartel and peer over a sheer 325 metre drop to the sea.
Seville (Spain), Embark Tren Al Andalus
Rising early, we are ferried across the Strait of Gibraltar into Spain and onwards to Seville where we will spend the night at Hotel Alfonso XIII. Resplendent with medieval streets and Gothic cathedrals, we explore Seville on foot. Cross the famous Plaza de España, an expansive green space flanked by tiled alcoves. Our carriage awaits aboard Tren Al Andalus. Settle in the saloon carriage as the train glides along steel tracks into Andalusia.
Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz and Ronda
A visit to a wine cellar, sherry tastings, flamenco dancing and an equestrian ballet perfectly encapsulates Jerez. Founded by the Phoenicians around 1100BC, Cádiz has stood for thousands of years as Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited settlement. We are gifted a morning to wander the Old City and its ancient walls to our hearts’ content. Later, we are whisked to Ronda, a mountaintop town teetering on the edge of El Tajo gorge.
Granada, Úbeda & Baeza
We roll into Granada. The morning is ours to explore Alhambra, a long-standing reminder of Spain’s Moorish era. The name derives from the Arabic al-qala’a al-Hamra, the Red Castle. A discovery of the Spanish Renaissance awaits on our approach to the cities of Úbeda and Baeza. Wander the paved streets, passing golden cathedrals, carved stone fountains and green olive groves. Back on board, we make a beeline for the charming city of Córdoba.
Córdoba, Disembark Tren al Andalus, Depart Seville
The capital of Islamic Spain more than a millennium ago, we while away the morning in Córdoba. It’s time to disembark our train for the final time and retire for the night at Seville where our journey ends.
The Gateway Between Morocco & Andalusia
20 Days - Departing 23 September 2020
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