MOROCCO TRAVEL ITINERARY / NOVEMBER 15 TO 23, 2026
MARRAKECH & BEYOND TOUR 2026
"THIS I can tell you from experience ... Morocco will capture your heart.
But you won't realize it until you are leaving." _Lori Patrick
This was my first visit, my next one had even more culture to discover including living in the countryside for a few days at a gorgeous and relaxing villa. I made more local friends to help support future tours, and found more ways to adventure in the Marrakech region. I'm proud to present this carefully designed tour.
Keep in mind this light itinerary does not reflect everything we will do. I have linked most places of interest to Wikipedia articles so you can learn much more before arriving. (good reading for flight)
Your single person accommodations are lovely rooms with double beds and private bathrooms. Mid day we will stop back for a refresh period before venturing back out. We arer very close to the wonders of central Marrakech in a easy place to find if you venture out alone. This is a RIAD, which is a traditional Moroccan house or palace built around an open-air central courtyard or garden. Derived from the Arabic word for garden (riyad), these inward-facing sanctuaries offer privacy from the bustling streets, featuring intricate tilework, fountains, and lush greenery. Many now operate as boutique guesthouses.
This is our space.
We will start travel on NOVEMBER 15 on a 9 day journey beginning in Marrakech where we will live in a beautiful and awe-inspiring Riad - a traditional Moroccan house or palace with an indoor garden and courtyard.
Some of the places in the Marrakech Medina we will visit are Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Jemaa el-Fna Square, Le Jardin Secret, House of Photography & BEYOND.
We will visit Menara Gardens and Lori will be photographing you in a beautiful Moroccan Djellaba or something you shopped for. We will also visit the famous La Mamounia Hotel.
You will shop in the unforgettable experience of the Souk where the possibilities are endless on it's vast corridors of ancient tradition of craftsmanship.
We will take a ride to the awe inspiring Anima Gardens where you will feel the art and mystery mixed in nature. So much more than a garden, it's a wonderland. If you wish to dress for photographs, this is a dream setting.
Some of our Marrakech evening dining experiences will include the excellence of live music Moroccan style along with belly dancing and incredible cuisine. These moments will be some of the best highlights of your visit to the region, the experiences here are what the local tour guides cannot offer due to restrictions. These are the secrets of Marrakech.
We will take a Marrakech break and drive to Agafay Desert on a localized tour that includes quad ATV driving, a dromedary camel ride, dinner and entertainment, then return to our Riad in Marrakech for a good night's rest.
THE NEXT PHASE: We will retreat into the Atlas Mountains on a tour into the beauty of Ourika Valley while staying 2 nights in this region at a luxurious villa that offers a spa, gorgeous pool, lovely architecture, beautiful scenery and gathering spaces indoors and out. In Ourika Valley we will hike in Setti Fatma, home of 7 Waterfalls and unexpected treasures. We are going to go to a Berber Village to see the wonders of 17th century history in real time. We will visit an argan oil factory where you will learn the secrets of this national treasure through the Women's Cooperative, you will want to shop here. Then we will dine a leisurely lunch on the river. You will find so many photo worthy scenes, it's more than you might imagine.
And back to the Villa for more time to enjoy the property and prepare for our journey back home. Here, I will photograph you in some beautiful portraits for your Destination Diary.
This place is so beautiful, I chose it for the setting as our studio away from home. that features the river on one side and the mountains on the other side.
Much of our time will be spent in the culture of authentic Moroccan meals, snacks and nightcaps. We will start every day with a beautiful breakfast in our Riad home. The restaurants we visit will leave you dazzled. The culture is DIVINE!
*INCLUDED: Accomodations ... All Transportation within Morocco ... Water for Rooms ... Breakfast ... Entry Fees ... Spa Day ... 2 Special Dinners ... ©Destination Diary ... Traveler Portal with excellent advice and more information.
*NOT INCLUDED: Airfare ... Cocktails ... Travel Insurance
What is ©DESTINATION DIARY??
Lori takes care and time to capture every traveler along the way of the tour in special moments or spaces and also beautiful, stylized portraits and makes a lasting album or a small wall canvas. This gift from the heart will forever remind you of your time spent in Morocco to share with loved ones while telling the marvelous stories of travel.
No worries if you do not have an outfit or two to wear for portraits that portray the region. Lori brings a small wardrobe or you might purchase something while shopping to take home.
Here's some example images of the last tour featuring Alyse from the pages of her Diary.
*This $1500 or more valued inclusion is included with your tour investment. Priceless!!
**Keep in mind, you can make decisions to experience all itinerary offerings or if you need a break and some free time, just let Lori know a day in advance so reservations can be properly made or adjusted.
INVESTMENT: $2300
*See shopping cart for savings if traveling as a couple. (click book travel)
Once you have booked your travel in the shopping cart, contact me at checkout via the message system and connect to the Traveler Portal for details concerning the trip (password required) including customs information, flight suggestions, what to bring and much more. You will have a full, by the day, detailed, printable PDF itinerary ready around 2 weeks before travel.
Returning Photocoteries travel members save $200 on the tour. Ask Lori for your special code.
I will text to see when I can call you for a quick hello!!
We will have a Zoom call with all travelers one week in advance of travel so you can meet your fellow Coterie travelers before we join in Marrakech.
FYI most flights in certain time zones will have you arriving (next day) Therefore, you can choose based on best flight plans to join us on land in Marrakech on November 15 or 16. Lori has added a bonus day at end of trip to accomodate day later travelers and be sure you don't miss the good stuff! (originally 8 day trip) This itinerary is based as though you are arriving on November 15.
BonVoyage! I cannot wait to travel with you and guide this beautiful tour in Morocco.
As-salaam Alaykum,
Lori Patrick
**Photographs and ©Destination Diary in this article by Lori Patrick except for the mountain property and me on the quad. The diary had many more pages of Alyse's experience.
