North Africa Tours & Trips

Demographics

The Madrid-to-Lisbon route through Morocco is especially good if you're traveling solo. You'll share the ferry ride across the Gibraltar Strait with other travelers and explore Marrakech's buzzing Jemaa el-Fnaa square together. Our solo travelers tell us they love the included group dinners - it's an easy way to get to know everyone. Another route that works well runs from Casablanca up the Atlantic coast to Portugal, stopping at places like Essaouira where you can explore the UNESCO medina or join others for activities. Our guides keep an eye out for everyone, particularly during free time in the medinas where it's easy to get turned around.

The Moroccan Capitals tour has become a favorite for couples looking for something special together. You'll ride traditional horse-drawn carriages through Marrakech and take camel treks into the Sahara at sunset. We include plenty of romantic spots like the blue streets of Chefchaouen and quiet walks in Todra Gorge. Our travelers like how we mix guided activities with free time to wander on their own. The tour wraps up in Spain and Portugal - think evening flamenco shows in Seville and dinner cruises along the Guadalquivir River.

Young adults seek out our North Africa tours, which blend deep cultural experiences with active travel elements. The popular Morocco-Spain-Portugal combinations take you from carriage rides through Marrakech's bustling medina into camelback journeys across Sahara dunes. These itineraries balance structured activities with independent exploration time in places like Chefchaouen's winding blue streets, the ancient souks of Fes and lively local markets. Our travelers tell us the desert camps are a highlight - you'll trek across the Atlas Mountains to sleep beneath star-filled skies in traditional Bedouin tents. The extended Egypt-Jordan routes draw younger guests looking to mix ancient history with outdoor exploration, taking them from the pyramids of Giza to Dead Sea floating, Red Sea snorkeling in Dahab, and rugged 4x4 drives through the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. These trips resonate with younger travelers thanks to their mix of major sites, authentic experiences like home cooking classes in Morocco, and social moments shared over palace dinners and sunset camel rides through the dunes.

Older travelers consistently mention how much they appreciate our mix of comfort and authentic experiences. Our English-speaking guides adjust the walking pace and timing to suit everyone while making sure you don't miss any cultural highlights. For guests over 70, we often suggest booking flight upgrades instead of overnight trains in Egypt, and picking tours with proper hotels rather than desert camping in Morocco. The Nile cruise portion works particularly well - you'll see multiple sites but only unpack once. The included meals at local restaurants let you try regional dishes without worrying about Arabic menus.

Morocco works really well for families - we see it in the feedback all the time. Kids get excited about riding camels into the Sahara and sleeping under the stars, while parents appreciate how our guides make places like Hassan II Mosque interesting with stories that keep young ones engaged. The journey through the Atlas Mountains lets families meet Berbers in their villages, and everyone loves exploring Ait Benhaddou, this amazing clay fortress where they filmed parts of Aladdin. We've picked hotels with pools for most stops, giving families a chance to cool off after wandering through the busy medinas. It's a proper cultural experience that's still comfortable enough for all ages.