Highlights of Morocco - In Comfort

• Ten nights in riads, hotels and an auberge(inn), two nights rustic guest house, two nights Kasbah
• Group normally 5 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
• Travel by private minibus and camel

From April to June and in September, Marrakech and the north are pleasantly hot with temperatures averaging 26C (79F) in the day and 16C (61F) at night. It is unusual for there to be much humidity so it is quite pleasant except at midday when the sun is strong. Desert temperatures are similar to those in Marrakech. Mountain temperatures are cooler than in Marrakech.

In winter, daytime temperatures in Marrakech are around 18C-22C (64F-72F) with night temperatures around 4C-7C (36f-45F). The days should be sunny and a particularly attractive feature of winter is the clear views of the snow-covered Atlas mountains. The temperatures in the south are generally a couple of degrees higher than those north of the mountains. There is a small chance of rain and it snows very infrequently in January and sometimes February on the higher desert plateau (in which case it is cold at night and early in the morning on the southern side of the Atlas).

This trip has been rated Activity Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate). For more on our ratings, please visit our Activity Level guidelines.

This trip explores the enormous variety Morocco offers, including cities, history, architecture, desert and mountain scenery. Though the pace is not rushed, a couple of the journeys are up to seven hours. We are not confined to our vehicle, though, with plenty of scenic stops and opportunities to stretch our legs.

Generally, the standard of hotels and riads in Morocco are comparable to that of Sub-Saharan Africa. The star rating cannot be compared with what you might expect at home.

The temperatures in Morocco are hot in the summer months but we try to make the most of the coolest parts of the day for our sightseeing so you can expect some early starts.  Expect it to be hot to very hot in the desert from May through to September.

Morocco can get cold in the winter months though usually daytime temperatures are mild. It is advisable to pack winter clothes for November through to March when nighttime temperatures especially in the desert and the mountains can drop considerably. During these months there can also be rain throughout the country and snow in the mountains. As Morocco is generally mild to hot it is not set up for colder temperatures and so there may not be heaters available. Please pack winter clothes and nightwear to ensure you are comfortable. Of course you can also ask for more blankets from the hotels. Please be prepared for the colder months.

Ramadan is expected to run from approximately 10 March-10 April 2024 and 28 February-29 March 2025. One of the most important periods in the Islamic calendar, it is a special time to visit a Muslim country. Each evening, the streets empty as people head home to break the fast, followed by an air of festivity upon their return. Our leaders and drivers choose to work at this time so we continue to run trips; however, their energy levels may be slightly lower than normal. Many tourist sites, restaurants and shops will have an amended schedule, but your tour leader will know how to adapt the itinerary to still experience all the inclusions on this trip and maximise your experience during this special time.