BARCELONA  |  MARRAKECH  |  OUARZAZATE  |  AIT BENHADDOU  |  MADRID  |  TOLEDO

Splendid Spain & Morocco

Experience the history and landscapes of Spain and Morocco on this 11-day journey. Start in Barcelona, then fly to Marrakech for a four-night stay. Visit the Saharan town of Ouarzazate, known for its Hollywood backdrops, and conclude in vibrant Madrid.
Souk in Marrakech
Souk in Marrakech
Traditional Moroccan Tea Pots
Traditional Moroccan Tea Pots
Courtyard in Marrakech
Courtyard in Marrakech
Royal Palace, Madrid
Royal Palace, Madrid
Toledo, Spain
Toledo, Spain
Souk in Marrakech
Traditional Moroccan Tea Pots
Courtyard in Marrakech
Royal Palace, Madrid
Toledo, Spain

BARCELONA  |  MARRAKECH  |  OUARZAZATE  |  AIT BENHADDOU  |  MADRID  |  TOLEDO

Discover Spain and Morocco’s complementary history and landscapes during this 11-day journey. Begin in the cosmopolitan port city of Barcelona, then fly to opulent Marrakech, one of the Imperial cities of Morocco for your four-night stay. Visit the Saharan town of Ouarzazate, the backdrop of many Hollywood movies and complete your journey in Spain’s crowning and lively capital city of Madrid.

Highlights:

  • Half-day shared tours in Madrid and Toledo
  • Small-group Luxury tour of Barcelona
  • Full-day city tour of Marrakech with visit to souks
  • Spectacular Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou

Optional Add-on Tours:

  • Flamenco show in Barcelona
  • Madrid bullfighting tour
  • Traditional Moroccan cooking class in Marrakech
  • Horse-drawn carriage ride in Marrakech

Itineraries are fully customizable. Pricing available upon request, based on two (2) passengers travelling together sharing one room.
Subject to availability at time of booking. Blackout periods apply. Not valid during trade shows, bank holidays and other special events.
International airfare not included. **European city/tourist taxes collected locally unless otherwise indicated.
For full terms and conditions, click here.

Splendid Spain & Morocco

Travel itinerary

BARCELONA  |  MARRAKECH  |  OUARZAZATE  |  AIT BENHADDOU  |  MADRID  |  TOLEDO

Day 1

BARCELONA, SPAIN
Arrival in Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region and enchanting seaside city. Private transfer from airport to hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day to explore.

Gallery Hotel, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 2
Breakfast

BARCELONA
After breakfast, begin your small-group, panoramic tour of Barcelona in a luxury minibus to see sights such as Sagrada Familia. Take to the skies for a thrilling helicopter flight along the coastline to see the city from a different perspective! Finally, end your tour of this artistic port city, with a sailing in the Mediterranean waters along the harbour. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

Gallery Hotel, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 3
Breakfast

BARCELONA 
Breakfast. Enjoy your day at leisure: people watch at Barceloneta Beach, explore colourful Park Güell, designed by Gaudi or simply sit on a bench along the famed tree-lined pedestrian walkway of La Rambla, known for its historic buildings, shops and street festivals.

Gallery Hotel, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 4
Breakfast

BARCELONA – MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to magnificent Marrakech, a feast for the senses with much to see and do. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.

La Maison Arabe, Standard Room
★★★★★
Day 5
Breakfast

MARRAKECH 
Breakfast. Your entire day will be devoted to sightseeing in Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial City, also known as the Pearl of the South. Founded by the Almoravides at the end of the 11th-century, Marrakech sits in a lush oasis nestled at the foot of the snow-capped Atlas mountains. Visit the famous Saadian Tombs, Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, and Bahia Palace. After lunch at the hotel, continue sightseeing at the souks and famous Jemaa El Fna square. Enjoy dinner at leisure or add an optional dinner at a typical restaurant with a local folklore show (not included). Return to your hotel for overnight.

La Maison Arabe, Standard Room
★★★★★
Day 6
Breakfast

OUARZAZATE – AIT BENHADDOU – MARRAKECH
After breakfast, drive to Ouarzazate for a full-day private tour including Kasbahs of Taourirt situated on the edge of town on the road to Er Rachidia, considered to be one of the most beautiful kasbahs in Morocco. Continue on to Aït Benhaddou kasbah, the most spectacular fortress in south Morocco, used as the backdrop for many films such as Lawrence of Arabia. Return to Marrakech.

La Maison Arabe, Standard Room
★★★★★
Day 7
Breakfast

MARRAKECH
After breakfast, enjoy your day at leisure. Perhaps relax with a treatment at the hotel’s beautiful spa or take a traditional Moroccan cooking class (not included).

La Maison Arabe, Standard Room
★★★★★
Day 8
Breakfast

MARRAKECH – MADRID, SPAIN
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to board your flight to Madrid. Enjoy the rest of your day in this beautiful capital city of Spain.

NH Collection Paseo del Prado, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 9
Breakfast

MADRID
Breakfast. Discover Madrid during a half-day shared sightseeing tour through the most popular avenues, streets and squares of Madrid to admire Gran Via, Plaza de España, Calle Mayor and Cibeles Fountain. Visit the beautiful 18th-century Royal Palace, one of the best preserved palaces in Europe. Your afternoon is at leisure to explore; perhaps take a ‘siesta’ like Madrileños do so you can fully experience the energy and unique rhythms of Madrid after dark.

NH Collection Paseo del Prado, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 10
Breakfast

TOLEDO
Breakfast. Spend the morning in Toledo, Spain’s medieval capital and a treasure trove of El Greco artworks. Discover a glorious city filled with amazing medieval architecture; step into the past while walking along its cobblestone alleyways.

NH Collection Paseo del Prado, Superior Room
★★★★
Day 11
Breakfast

MADRID – HOME
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

Splendid Spain & Morocco

BARCELONA  |  MARRAKECH  |  OUARZAZATE  |  AIT BENHADDOU  |  MADRID  |  TOLEDO

Package Includes:

  • Total 10 nights accommodation
    • 3 nights in Barcelona, Spain at Hotel Gallery , Superior Room ★★★★
    • 4 nights in Marrakech, Morocco at La Maison Arabe , Standard Room ★★★★★
    • 3 nights in Madrid, Spain at NH Collection Paseo del Prado , Superior Room ★★★★
  • All private transfers; tours as per the itinerary
  • Domestic airfare: Barcelona – Marrakech – Madrid
  • Continental breakfast daily
  • Hotel taxes and service charges

Not Included:

  • International or domestic airfare; airport or departure taxes
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Reciprocity and/or local taxes if applicable
  • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary. Please discuss this with your travel agent to determine your requirements prior to departure.

Itineraries are fully customizable. Pricing available upon request, based on two (2) passengers travelling together sharing one room.
Subject to availability at time of booking. Blackout periods apply. Not valid during trade shows, bank holidays and other special events.
International airfare not included. **European city/tourist taxes collected locally unless otherwise indicated.
For full terms and conditions, click here.

11 days

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"Lisa, I wanted to let you know that the Bourne's had a wonderful time in France. All of your arrangements were spot on, the hotels in great locations and very nice, the activities were just what they were looking for and they especially liked the time spent at Dior. ...your transfers and guides were excellent, always on time and very professional. Thank you so much for helping me make this a memorable holiday for my clients. - Laura"
Laura, Stratford
July 16, 2024