On travel days, you can expect to spend four to seven hours on the bus. While our vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and make regular restroom and sightseeing stops, navigating the winding passes of the Atlas Mountains can make these long driving days physically tiring. Once you arrive at the destinations, the walking is quite active. Morocco's most famous highlights, like the historic Medinas of Fes and Marrakech, are completely pedestrian-only mazes. You will likely walk three to five miles per day, usually split between morning and afternoon tours. The terrain is rarely flat or smooth, so you will be navigating uneven cobblestones, crowded alleys, steep curbs, and dirt or gravel paths at historic ruins and ancient fortresses. You will also encounter steep, narrow stairs frequently. Traditional Moroccan architecture, including many of our charming Riads, features beautiful layout designs but often lacks elevators due to the historic nature of the buildings. Climbing stairs and steep inclines is also standard when exploring hilly towns like Chefchaouen or historic kasbahs. For your comfort at night, all of our standard hotel stops feature functioning air conditioning. The only exception is the traditional desert campsite, which does not have A/C. While the hotels will keep you cool at night, it is important to know that late August and early September bring intense, draining daytime heat. Inland areas like Marrakech and the Sahara Desert frequently reach 38°C to 42°C, which can make walking for hours very taxing. If you ever feel too tired, you can absolutely opt out of a guided walking tour to relax at a local café or stay behind at the hotel. Our guides are highly accommodating and want you to enjoy the trip at your own pace. The only things you cannot skip are the long bus rides, as the coach is our only way to get the group from one city to the next. By autumn, daytime temperatures drop to a beautiful, mild 21°C to 26°C. Removing the intense summer heat will make the long drives, early morning starts, and daily walking tours vastly more comfortable, safer, and much more enjoyable for both of you.
