Marrakech Holidays 4N/5D in Historic Morocco

Here is a chance to book the best of Marrakech Holidays in Morocco. Marrakech holidays speak of minarets that break the skyline, colourful street performers, cavernous covered souks, twisting, confusing lanes. Make sure that you are staying at the old medina of Marrakech which is one of the best places to stay, accommodation settings in historic private homes that have been converted into small hotels. Make sure if you are on a traditional Marrakech holiday, then you are definitely exploring along narrow alleyways, riads built in traditional Moorish style for a unique Morocco experience.

Route: Marrakech

Itinerary Highlights

• Discover the imperial past of Marakkech in Western Morocco. 
• The city is home to palaces, mosques and gardens.
• The medina is a maze of souks opening onto the bustling Djemaa el-Fna square.
• Marrakech is a living library – consists of heritage and sites of interest including the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs and Ben Youssef Madrasa.
• Make sure you visit a hammam for a Moroccan style exfoliation and mud mask

Getting there

There are regular flights that fly from the UK to Morocco. The major airports include London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted, Manchester and Bristol. Book British Airways, Royal Air Maroc, EasyJet and Ryanair non-stop services.

Average Flight Time 

Direct flights from anywhere in the UK to Morocco is approximately 3 hours. 

Time zone

Morocco is +1 hour ahead of GMT.

Visa requirements

If you are a British passport holder, you don’t need a visa. You can  Visitors from the UK are permitted to stay in Morocco for up to three months so, if your passport is valid for less than this length of time, you may face difficulties when trying to enter the country.

Do’s and don’ts

• Refrain from wearing shorts & show bare arms
• While shaking hands with someone, touch your right hand to your heart.
• Use your right hands wherever. It is considered rude to use your left hand.
• Please ask permission before clicking pictures. Chances are women will always say ‘no’.
• Take an Arabic translation book.

Currency

The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham. 

Food and drink

• Moroccan lamb is a popular dish, slow roasted with spices in a traditional tagine and served with couscous.
• Bread and pastry influenced by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dining.
• Olives, dates, grapes and pulses 
• Fresh mint tea is the national drink 
• Even though the country is alcohol-free but you will find beers and wine in most of the restaurants and hotels.

Shopping

Best for Traditional craft items such as lamps, pottery and jewellery.