Standard DreamTrip Experience the bountiful treasures of Marrakesh, a former imperial city boasting a rich heritage, delicious cuisine, stunning architecture, and diverse culture. Book by September 26.
Want to sample the wonders of Africa in one amazing, extended journey? It’s simple with our back-to-back DreamTrips.
*Note: you must book a Post-night at Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi Hotel
OR a Pre-night at Steigenberger El Tahrir in order to make this a back-to-back trip.
About Your Trip
Discover the rich culture and tradition of Marrakesh on this DreamTrip. Take a guided tour of historic landmarks including the Menara gardens, Saadian tombs, and Bahia Palace. Visit the elaborately designed Koutoubia Mosque and Dar Si Said museum, and experience the bustling souks and street artists at the famous Djemma el-Fna square. Next, head to the port city of Essaouira and explore its fortress and ramparts, before you return to Marrakesh for a delicious dinner at Chez Ali Restaurant. Finally, take a thrilling 4x4 journey to the Berber villages of Asni and Ouirgane, indulge in lunch at Chez Momo and end the trip with a farewell dinner at the Palais Jad Mahal restaurant, complete with a spectacular cultural show.
What we love:
The opulent beauty of the Bahia Palace, a royal residence known for its brilliance and elegance, built in the late 1800s.
The charming town of Essaouira, once a significant trading port between Europe and North Africa, and now a hub for handicrafts and souvenirs, particularly lemon wood, mother of pearl, and ebony items.
The fresh pine scent and discovering the small villages in the foothills of the High Atlas mountains, on a 4x4 tour.
Your DreamTrip includes 5 days and 4 nights* in Marrakesh, Morocco, as well as:
Sightseeing tour of historical Marrakesh; includes lunch, dinner, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
Full-day excursion to Essaouira; includes lunch, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
Guided excursion to Asni Ouirgane by 4-wheel-drive vehicle; includes lunch, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
Welcome dinner at the hotel.
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches during tours, and 4 dinners (including the welcome dinner).
Round-trip shared airport transfers.
A convenient “Know Before You Go” guide, with details of your trip and other helpful travel information; will be emailed to you within a week of your travel start date.
*Want to stay an extra night or two? Make the most of your trip with our specially negotiated prices for pre- and post-night stays! Click select, then choose from the options available at the bottom of the “Check Availability” section.
Transportation
The closest commercial airport to the hotel is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), approximately 4 miles (6.3 kilometers) away.
Shared round-trip airport transfers are included only for the following airport(s), dates and times:
Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) to the hotel on November 20, timing based on flight details provided.
The hotel to Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) on November 24, timing based on flight details provided.
To arrange your airport transfers, please submit flight details HEREby October 22.
Please note:
Airfare is not included in the trip price.
Transfers are included for the above listed dates only.
Transfers may also be provided for additional dates if your DreamTrips booking reflects pre- or post-night stays, or if you booked and confirmed pre- or post-night stays through the DreamTrips Team Planner. (Subject to availability confirmed by the DreamTrips team.)
Transfers are not included for additional pre- or post-night stays booked separately from your original DreamTrips booking and/or via a third-party provider.
Arrive at the airport and meet our representative for your transfer to the hotel. Shared-transfer to the hotel, timing based on flight details provided. Check into the hotel at any time after 3 PM. 7-10 PM: Welcome buffet dinner at the hotel Marcelona restaurant.
Day 2
7-8:45 AM: Breakfast at the hotel Saray restaurant. 9 AM – 10 PM: Sightseeing tour of historical Marrakesh. Includes lunch, dinner, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
9 AM: Depart from the hotel.
Visit the beautiful and fragrant Menara gardens, botanical gardens in western Marrakesh.
See the ancient Saadian tombs, which were discovered and uncovered 1917 and date back to the 16th century.
Stop at the magnificent Bahia Palace, which dates from the late 1800s.
Admire Marrakesh’s largest mosque, the Koutoubia Mosque, featuring ornamental windows in its Almohad style.
Visit the Dar Si Said museum to see spectacular works of art by some of Morocco’s most talented artists.
12:30-1:30 PM: Enjoy lunch at Al Barka restaurant.
After lunch, the tour continues to Jemaa el-Fnaa, a large market known for handcrafted souvenirs and bustling souks.
8:30 PM: Savor a traditional Moroccan cuisine during your set-menu dinner at Al Hamra Palace.
Return to the hotel.
Day 3
7-7:45 AM: Breakfast at the hotel Saray restaurant. 8 AM – 5 PM: Full-day excursion to Essaouira. Includes lunch, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
8 AM: Depart from the hotel and transfer to Essaouira (approximately 3 hours)
There will be stops along the way, first you will have a stop for refreshment, then drive to see the amazing view of the goats climbing Argan trees.
Next stop will be a visit the to one the women's cooperative for Argan products, you will see the Argan extracted and get some information about the benefits of the products made of the Argan oil.
See Essaouira's panoramic view from the top before arriving, just a few miles away.
12:30 - 1:30 PM: Enjoy a delicious lunch at Atlas Essaouira & SPA hotel.
After lunch, Explore Essaouira, a fortified port city built by the Portuguese and fortified by French engineers.
4:30 PM: Transfer back to Marrakesh.
8:30 PM: Savor a set-menu dinner in Chez Ali restaurant.
Return to the hotel.
Day 4
7-8:45 AM: Breakfast at the hotel Saray restaurant. 9 AM – 2 PM: Guided excursion to Asni Ouirgane by 4-wheel-drive vehicle. Includes lunch, transportation and Chinese-speaking guide.
9 AM: Depart from the hotel.
Admire the beautiful landscape as you travel by 4-wheel-drive vehicle for approximately 1.5 hours to reach Asni, then drive half an hour to the village of Ouirange.
1:30 p.m.: Indulge in a delicious lunch at Chez Momo restaurant, a quiet eatery at the foot of Mt. Toubkal, the highest mountain in Morocco.
Return to the hotel via group transportation on paved road.
The rest of the afternoon at your leisure. 8:30 PM: Enjoy a farewell dinner at Palais Jad Mahal restaurant including a spectacular cultural show. Includes transporation from/to the hotel. Return to the hotel.
Day 5
7-10 AM: Breakfast at the hotel Saray restaurant. Check out of the hotel by noon. Shared-transfer to the airport, timing based on flight details provided.
The luxurious 5-star Mövenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi, conveniently located in the heart of the city, just steps away from the vibrant Medina, offers 503 elegantly designed rooms and suites. After a day of exploring the charming "Red City" retreat to the comfort of your contemporary accommodations and unwind in style.
Hotel features:
4 restaurants and a rooftop lounge.
Three swimming pools including indoor heated swimming pool.
Ô de Rose Spa and Wellness with Jacuzzi, sauna, yoga studio, vibrant gardens and hammams for men and women.
Fitness center.
Kids club.
Superior Room accommodations with:
1 king bed or 2 single beds. Please note: Bedding type is subject to hotel availability. Child pricing is based on sharing existing bed(s) or extra bed(s).
Maximum occupancy 2 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child (age 11 years or younger).
Minimum occupancy 1 adult.
Air conditioning.
Safe deposit box.
Bathrobe and slippers to use during stay.
Iron and iron board.
Tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Minibar (consumption at an additional cost).
LED TV.
Complimentary Wi-Fi.
Check-in: 3 PM Checkout: noon. Minimum check-in age is 18.
Mövenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi Avenue Mohammed Vi Hivernage Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Pricing for children for this hotel may differ from (and be greater than) pricing for adults. Click SELECT to check. If the pricing for children differs from the pricing for adults, refer to the Terms and Conditions section for further details.
Hotel Check-in Requirements:
By booking this DreamTrip I understand that the hotel may request a credit card upon check-in. The hotel may request the credit card in order to: a) place a monetary hold of US$50-200; or b) hold for incidental, security or other charges. By booking, I acknowledge having received notice of this potential charge and accept that Rovia™ recommends a credit card rather than a debit or bank card be used in the event the hotel requests the card.
I understand that any such request made by the hotel is outside of the control of Rovia and is strictly a hotel policy. Should I have questions concerning the hotel’s policy, I accept responsibility for contacting the hotel independent of Rovia.
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your travel investment in case of unexpected cancellation. Travel can be unpredictable and country restrictions change regularly. Please understand that the cancellation policies listed in the Terms and Conditions will apply, and you are highly encouraged to purchase travel protection for your trip.
To get the best possible coverage, check out travel insurance soon after booking your trip. Some coverage plans may be time sensitive. Reminder: If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other travel documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.
Please note:
At the time of booking, you will see a page with your order number and trip cost. This is your confirmation. Please retain and bring this information with you on your trip.
This DreamTrip experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If this DreamTrip is canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Gratuities are not included. We suggest providing gratuities at your own discretion.
Travel is unpredictable and country restrictions due to COVID-19 change regularly; please understand that the policies below apply and you are encouraged to purchase travel protection.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel 71 days or more before the start date of your trip, you will get a refund less a fee of up to US$100. If you cancel within 70 days of the start date of your trip, your trip will not be refunded. All fees are applicable on a per-person basis.
*This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. In the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the more restrictive of the two terms will prevail. Name Change Policies:Name changes are not permitted for the DreamTrips Member(s) who booked this trip and are only allowed for people who are traveling with said booking member. Name changes must be done no later than October 22 and are subject to a fee of up to US$50. Name changes after this date are not allowed.
Transfer Policies:Booking transfers from one member to another member are not allowed on this trip.
Please note:
The price shown above is subject to change based on promotional pricing availability, room type(s) booked, taxes, etc.
Pricing shown is for each person and is based on 2 adults per room.
Members can’t combine DreamTrips Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use.
Hotel/resort credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your departure. Member is responsible for paying any taxes that may be added to items purchased with hotel/resort credit.
In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.
Make sure that your passport and visa, if applicable, are up to date before you leave! It’s important to double check that you have all the identification and other documentation required by the specific country you’re traveling to. In many countries, passports and visas must be valid for 6 months or longer after the trip end date. If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.
Each individual, including each child, who is coming along with you on your DreamTrip is required to have a booking prior to the commencement of the trip. If you do not book and pay for each such person in advance of the trip, you will be charged the hotel’s then-current rate, not the trip price, for each such person at the time of your check-in.
Pricing for children is based on their age at the time of travel and may be subject to additional terms and conditions of individual hotels and all-inclusive resorts. Also, pricing for children can vary, and may be higher than pricing for adults. Therefore, before you book any travel, please check the relevant hotel or resort website for applicable terms and conditions as well as details regarding their pricing structure.
Please don’t consider your change requests official until you receive a confirmation email from us.