Explore the mystique and magic of Marrakech and the High Atlas Mountain village of Imlil, this journey reveals Morocco’s many facets, and adds absorbing character with stays in historic riads.

Taking place 14-18 March 2024, an updated itinerary for this Marrakech trip from Voyages Jules Vernes is below. Prices start from £1495.

Marrakech – one of Morocco’s four Imperial cities founded in 1062 by the Almoravides, nomadic   Berbers – a vibrant and atmospheric city, offering a mix of old and new.  Amongst the places we visit are:   the Djemaa el Fna Square,  the great square  in the heart of the Medina; the 12^th century Koutubia Mosque, one of Morocco’s largest;  the Majorelle Gardens, created by Jacques and Louis Majorell in the 19^th century, now owned by The Yves Saint Laurent, and housing the Pierre Berge Museum of Berber Arts;  the El Bahia Palace,  a fine example of Andalusian 19^th century domestic architecture with its harems, council chamber with painted ceiling and tiled walls, all grouped around a large central courtyard with fountains and colonnades; the Dar Si Said Museum, one of Morocco’s best museums.   We also drive out of Marrakech to the Atlas mountains and its Berber villages.

For further information please email Gillian Craig – E: enq@theartssocietykensingtonchelsea.com

BOOK BY 31 DECEMBER AND SAVE £100! To secure your place on the trip, please call Jules Verne on 020 7633 6700, the deposit is £350 per person. Balance payment is due 61 days prior to departure. Booking conditions can be found: https://www.vjv.com/legal.