The best all-inclusive Morocco holidays for 2023

A country steeped in history, Morocco is a beguiling mix of Arabian, Berber and European influences.

The North African country has been important on the world stage since the early days of Islam. Nowadays, almost half a century since gaining independence from France, it remains a bastion of Arabic culture.

Whether you’re wandering the crowded streets of Casablanca, enjoying the beaches of Essaouira or hiking up the towering Atlas Mountains, you’ll be struck by the vibrant colours, fascinating traditions and rich heritage of the country. Its cultural significance, combined with a variety of captivating cities, impressive natural sites and a warm climate, makes Morocco a magnificent place to visit.

Several package holiday providers in the UK offer trips, with options including city breaks in Marrakech and beach resorts on the coast. With the option to visit late into October and the start of winter, we’ve rounded up some of the best all-inclusive deals for late autumn.

Marrakech

One of the four former capital cities (along with Fez, Meknes and current capital Rabat), Marrakech remains the country’s most popular city for foreign tourists. Located inland near the centre of the country, it is a buzzing city that showcases historic Moroccan culture and traditions and their fusion with modern Arab – and in some cases foreign – influences.

The heart of Marrakech is the Medina district, the original fortified part of the city. It is a maze of winding streets that house some of the city’s most important historical sites, from the Koutoubia Mosque and the Kasbah to the ornate Bahia Palace and several large traditional residences. This history meets the present in the Jemaa el-Fna square, where market stalls line the streets, shoppers haggle with traders, locals put on music and theatre shows and diners enjoy local delicacies.

Gueliz and Ville Nouvelle are more modern neighbourhoods, with European-style wide streets and Western hotel brands and restaurants. Head to the shopping quarters such as Sidi Ghanem and experience the pulsing nightlife on show in Ville Nouvelle. Other attractions include the Jardin Majorelle, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, the central souks and the Saadian Tombs.

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