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Mohamed El Asely

I was born and raised in a small village in the Atlas mountains, one of the places where we welcome our travellers.
Making trips was my way. Travel is for me the best way to open up to the world, to others. I am delighted to share this incomparable wealth of my dear country Morocco: between the national parks and the smile of children, the beautiful beaches and the typical dishes, not to mention the folk excursions, all travellers come back with nostalgia for Morocco, the kingdom of wonders.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Imperial cities, Atlas Mountains, Sahara desert and Coastal regions.
Outdoor hiking, cultural tours, community projects, Outdoor adventures, Family Vacations, Local life, custom-made trips."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I have always loved traveling since I was little. Over time I have traveled through several regions of Morocco and I fell in love with them. Unequaled biodiversity, a smiling and welcoming population and the varied landscapes of our kingdom inspired me to project myself into the field of tourism. Today I wish to make discover to all, the splendour of Morocco."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"The most memorable trip I have ever had was when I was 20 climbing one of Morocco's highest peaks (M'goun summit 4072m), there i have observed the majesty and fascinating beauty of the Atlas Mountains range, as well as the legendary hospitality of the local populations. I have also witnessed how tourism participates in developing the mountain regions in my area, It was then when I had a great interest in working in tourism, with passion and love! "

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Recent trip reviews for Mohamed

Samir was a fantastic driver
Morocco | Oct 9 - Oct 18, 2024

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William B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

Samir was a fantastic driver. We could not have asked for anything more. He was accommodating and professional at every turn. He provided great insight about his beautiful country and answered all of our questions. He definitely elevated our trip and our experience.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Oct 29, 2024

Hi William,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad to hear that Samir made such a positive impact on your trip. His professionalism and knowledge truly enhance the experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

Morocco is an amazing place!
Morocco | Sep 30 - Oct 16, 2024

Karen
Karen P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024
Morocco is an amazing place of landscape beauty-the Atlas mountains, the Sahara and the Atlantic ocean, interesting, caring and warm people and a Country with a long history well told by the guides provided and our wonderful driver Karim. The trip was 16 days with highlights that included hiking the canyon of the Atlas mountains and then a private lunch in he home of our guides sister, the Sahara-the camel ride and luxury tents with the energy of the sand and the amazing sky, and the knowing... Read more

Morocco is an amazing place of landscape beauty-the Atlas mountains, the Sahara and the Atlantic ocean, interesting, caring and warm people and a Country with a long history well told by the guides provided and our wonderful driver Karim. The trip was 16 days with highlights that included hiking the canyon of the Atlas mountains and then a private lunch in he home of our guides sister, the Sahara-the camel ride and luxury tents with the energy of the sand and the amazing sky, and the knowing of Berbers, their history and their status as the native Moroccans. The Berber motto of Free people served as the basis for the warmth and wonder of this trip. Having Karim as our driver that seemed to know every Berber everywhere we went enriched the stories and history we learned. The food diversity with the Moroccan fare and the French influence created wonderful dining experience on rooftops with great sunsets. Ahhh, cannot close without mentioning the music-Gnawa music, Amazigh folk music and sufi trance music at the evenings close. Can't wait to go back!!

Hotel Review
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Aït Ouffi

Hotel was lovely, large rooms but the best is the owner and his brother the chef!! Food and hospitality was 5 stars!!

Authenticity & Character
The Brothers that own his Riad and many of their cousins make this a warm welcoming place
Location
close to the mountains
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Food was marvelous
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge: Enchanting Valleys, Kasbahs, and Villages
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge: Enchanting Valleys, Kasbahs, and Villages
Morocco

Didn't know about these mountains and their formation but the gorge hike was fantastic with a wonderful guide that allowed two older women to experience the shear magnitude of the canyon.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Got to have lunch with the guide, our driver and his sister at her home. Atreat!
Transport
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Fes

Our guide was incredibly well informed with both history, culture and knowledge of the Medina-Made for a great trip

Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Morocco

The Sahara is magical with it's changing sand landscape, the colors of sand at different time of day and the night sky. The luxury tents were just that but it was the after dinner music that was played with dancing and chanting that gave more magic to the day.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Oct 27, 2024

Hi Karen,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear how much you enjoyed the landscapes, rich culture, and deep history of Morocco. We're so glad Morocco left such a lasting impression, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

The perfect Morocco trip
Morocco | Oct 9 - Oct 18, 2024

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Amanda R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024
I'm so glad I worked with KimKim to plan my trip around Morocco. It was so comforting to work with a team that knows the country to handle logistics, hotel recommendations & bookings, and setting us up with local guides. There are so many things that we wouldn't have known to ask for that were included in our itinerary, like a stop to feed capuchin monkeys on our way to Merzouga, and the trip was so much better because of these things. We are especially grateful to our driver, Samir, who... Read more

I'm so glad I worked with KimKim to plan my trip around Morocco. It was so comforting to work with a team that knows the country to handle logistics, hotel recommendations & bookings, and setting us up with local guides. There are so many things that we wouldn't have known to ask for that were included in our itinerary, like a stop to feed capuchin monkeys on our way to Merzouga, and the trip was so much better because of these things.

We are especially grateful to our driver, Samir, who was great to talk to, always on time, and very patient as our luggage expanded throughout the tour. He was a huge part of what made this trip outstanding. We knew we were in good hands with Samir from the very first day when he met us with a smile at the airport, and we really appreciated all of the insights he gave us into Morocco and its culture.

We also had wonderful experiences with our city tour guides, Shafir in Fes and Hanan in Marrakech. They were both so knowledgeable, helpful, and generous with their time. Our time in the desert at Tiziri Camp was so wonderful, the whole team there made us feel welcomed and cared for as individuals even when there were 10 other guests.

I cannot recommend KimKim or its partners enough!

Hotel Review
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

The camp was beautiful and the staff was so lovely and helpful. Much love to Jusef and the team who made us feel right at home!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Fes

We had the pleasure of meeting Shafir in Fes for a walking tour. Fes is a complicated city to navigate and it was impressive to see Shafir leading us through the narrowest streets without even a glance at a navigation device. He was full of useful information, took us to meet the most skilled artisans, and helped us understand the city and its history. It was a long day of walking but it really flew by as we peeked into mosques, explored the Medrasa Al-Attarine, and took photos at the palace gates.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
A huge thank you to Shafir for his knowledge & patience!
Transport
Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Marrakesh

We met up with Hanan again for our walking tour of Marrakech; after the evening food tour the night before, we knew we would be in great hands. We got so much more out of our trip to the Palais Bahia with Hanan's insights - I highly recommend having a guide for that experience! Hanan provided a lot of context for the markets and we really appreciated the information she shared with us.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure
Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure
Marrakesh

My partner and I are picky eaters but we know that food is a huge key to understanding another culture. Even though we weren't adventurous in our tasting, we still appreciated the tour and everything we learned with our tour guide, Hanan. She took us to small cafes, market stalls, and a highly-regarded restaurant in just a few hours. The colors and smells were amazing and even though we didn't eat everything on offer, we still left with very full bellies.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Thank you to Hanan for your knowledge & patience!
Transport
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Oct 24, 2024

Hi Amanda,

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're glad that your trip to Morocco was such a success. It’s great to hear that Samir, along with Shafir and Hanan, made your experience special with their insights and hospitality. We’re glad you enjoyed unique moments like feeding the monkeys and your stay at Tiziri Camp. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Safe travels!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

A Truly Great Trip!
Morocco | Sep 30 - Oct 16, 2024

Cathy
Cathy S.
Morton Grove, IL | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024
Our driver/guide was Karim and he showed us a great time in Morocco along with excellent local guides in each city we visited. The trip was very well planned and over 17 days we spent time in every main city in the country as well as went to the Sahara, Atlas Mountains and the coasts. Kimkim works with local travel companies and the one they used for our trip in Morocco, Original Travels, put together a great journey that expanded in the planning stage with my desire to include Tangier and... Read more

Our driver/guide was Karim and he showed us a great time in Morocco along with excellent local guides in each city we visited. The trip was very well planned and over 17 days we spent time in every main city in the country as well as went to the Sahara, Atlas Mountains and the coasts. Kimkim works with local travel companies and the one they used for our trip in Morocco, Original Travels, put together a great journey that expanded in the planning stage with my desire to include Tangier and add 2 free days in Marrakech. We had a private trip with our own driver/guide every day for just my friend and myself - each with our own hotel/riad room every night - for 17 days for about $5000 (plus tips). AMAZING!!

Activity Reviews
Guided Exploration of the "Blue City" Chefchaouen
Guided Exploration of the "Blue City" Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen

Very good guide who showed us things we would have missed on our own - and with a lot of information.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Fes

Our guide actually gave us an incredible full-day tour of so much of the Medina that we would not have seen without him, especially the fascinating leather tannery.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Morocco

It was a great experience except that I was given a juvenile camel and a very young “handler” and when it came time to get back on the camel after our “break” in the middle of our 2-hour trek, I had an “accident.” The handler did not control the young camel and before I was fully on the camel, it started standing up with me hanging off. I fell off and then another handler came over, but neither even attempted to control the camel and the same thing happened again - and while half on, the camel rose up and after trying to hang on, I fell off again. They swapped out camels and with a now-injured leg, I got on and finished the ride (because I’m tough!). I was able to do everything on the trip after that, including hiking down and up the Monkey’s Fingers canyon, walk about 6 miles a day. etc but my leg hurt the rest of the trip and it turned not just black and blue but much of it turned black! I will include a photo below.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Trails of Connection: Trekking through Berber Villages and Immersing in Local Hospitality
Trails of Connection: Trekking through Berber Villages and Immersing in Local Hospitality
Morocco

We had a fantastic hiking guide for the Monkey’s Fingers canyon hike! It was beautiful and thrilling and even though my leg hurt from the camel accident 2 days earlier, especially on the uphill part, I focused on the great experience. I could not have done the hike without our guide, who used his feet as ledges etc. And afterwards, we had a tagine lunch at the home he shares with his sister, who made the delicious lunch, and her husband.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour
Marrakesh

Great tour of Marrakech with a very knowledgeable guide.

Quality of Experience
Separately we had an excellent visit to an authentic hammam. Loved it!
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Essaouira Revealed: An Immersive Guided Experience of History and Heritage
Essaouira Revealed: An Immersive Guided Experience of History and Heritage
Morocco

Another great guide who provided us with another great tour.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Cooking Class
Private Cooking Class
Essaouira

Great experience - provided a more detailed review of it on Trip Advisor. Loved the cooking and meal and especially getting to know the couple offering the class.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Marrakech via Roses Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Transfer to Marrakech via Roses Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

Interesting drive and visit to Atlas Studios.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Oct 24, 2024

Hi Cathy,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that Karim, along with your local guides, provided you with such an incredible experience across Morocco. It’s great to know that the planning process allowed for flexibility and we're delighted it was everything you hoped for. Thanks again for choosing us for this amazing adventure!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

Customs Tours Are Not Only For The RIch
Morocco | Sep 16 - Sep 21, 2024

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Jan N.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2024
I have never booked a personalized trip before, figuring it was way to expensive and out of reach. But when my husband and I decided to go to Morocco we had very little time and there was so much we wanted to see. I decided to investigate custom travel to aid in our transfers from place to place and help us determine the best places to go. We could not be more happy with the service we received. Not only was it affordable, the booking specialists who helped us design our trip listened... Read more

I have never booked a personalized trip before, figuring it was way to expensive and out of reach. But when my husband and I decided to go to Morocco we had very little time and there was so much we wanted to see. I decided to investigate custom travel to aid in our transfers from place to place and help us determine the best places to go. We could not be more happy with the service we received. Not only was it affordable, the booking specialists who helped us design our trip listened carefully to how we like to travel, what are preferences are and what types of things we like to do and see. The communication with both Saïd and Mohamed planning the details to get it just right was both seamless and easy. Our driver/guide, Karim, spoke very good english and drove us to each location, explaining each of the sites while also offering us the time we wanted to explore on our own. He was flexible when we got spirited away and accommodated all of our wishes. We had a different local guide in Fes, Sharif, which is essential if you want to visit the huge Medina there. His english was superb and he showed us places we'd have never discovered on our own while also educating us on the history of the old town. KimKim Travel works with local, native guides who can give you a far greater understanding of a place than you could ever discover on your own. I highly recommend trying out a custom tour - you will be glad you did!

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Sep 23, 2024
Hi Jan, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We’re glad to hear that your first personalized trip exceeded your expectations. It’s fantastic that you found the process affordable and we were able to tailor your trip to your preferences. We’re glad Karim was a great driver and guide, providing insights and allowing you the flexibility to explore at your own pace. It’s also great to hear that Sharif enhanced your visit to Fes with his local knowledge and expertise. We take... Read more

Hi Jan,

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We’re glad to hear that your first personalized trip exceeded your expectations. It’s fantastic that you found the process affordable and we were able to tailor your trip to your preferences.

We’re glad Karim was a great driver and guide, providing insights and allowing you the flexibility to explore at your own pace. It’s also great to hear that Sharif enhanced your visit to Fes with his local knowledge and expertise. We take pride in working with local guides who can offer unique perspectives and enrich your travel experience.

Thank you for recommending custom tours with us! We hope to welcome you back on your next adventure.

Safe travels!
Mohamed

Magic Trip in Marroco
Morocco | Sep 9 - Sep 19, 2024

Alexandra
Alexandra M.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Our round trip through Morocco was one of the best we have ever experienced. We have so many wonderful memories of the country, the people, the new friends and the beautiful landscapes! Special thanks to Soufiane, our driver, who accompanied us for 10 days. He was always helpful, friendly and responsive to our wishes and we always felt very comfortable. I in particular always suffer from motion sickness, but Soufiane found a driving style that I could only enjoy. Simply beautiful! Special... Read more

Our round trip through Morocco was one of the best we have ever experienced. We have so many wonderful memories of the country, the people, the new friends and the beautiful landscapes! Special thanks to Soufiane, our driver, who accompanied us for 10 days. He was always helpful, friendly and responsive to our wishes and we always felt very comfortable. I in particular always suffer from motion sickness, but Soufiane found a driving style that I could only enjoy. Simply beautiful! Special thanks to him, but also to the whole team in Morocco... all thumbs up!!!

Unsere Rundreise durch Marokko war eine der besten, die wir je erlebt haben. Wir haben so viele schöne Erinnerungen an das Land, die Menschen, die neuen Freunde und die wunderschönen Landschaften! Besonderen Dank an Soufiane, unseren Fahrer, der uns 10 Tage lang begleitet hat. Er war immer hilfsbereit, freundlich und ging auf unsere Wünsche ein und wir haben uns immer sehr wohl gefühlt. Besonders ich leide immer unter Reisekrankheit, aber Soufiane fand einen Fahrstil, den ich nur genießen konnte. Einfach schön! Besonderen Dank an ihn, aber auch an das ganze Team in Marokko... alle Daumen hoch!!!

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Sep 23, 2024
Hi Alexandra, Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review! We are glad to hear that your round trip through Morocco was one of the best experiences you've ever had. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the country, the people, and the beautiful landscapes. We're especially happy that Soufiane was able to make your journey comfortable and enjoyable, particularly with your sensitivity to motion sickness. He takes great pride in making sure every guest feels at ease, and we’ll be... Read more

Hi Alexandra,

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review! We are glad to hear that your round trip through Morocco was one of the best experiences you've ever had. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the country, the people, and the beautiful landscapes. We're especially happy that Soufiane was able to make your journey comfortable and enjoyable, particularly with your sensitivity to motion sickness. He takes great pride in making sure every guest feels at ease, and we’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation to him and the entire team.

Your words mean the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Morocco in the future.

All the best!
Mohamed

Our driver guide Samir was fabulous.
Morocco | Aug 27 - Sep 5, 2024

Kathy
Kathy H.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2024
Our driver guide Samir was fabulous. He was incredibly knowledgeable and could not have taken better care of us throughout our trip. Each city we visited, had its own charm and personality. Read more

Our driver guide Samir was fabulous. He was incredibly knowledgeable and could not have taken better care of us throughout our trip. Each city we visited, had its own charm and personality.

Activity Reviews
Indulge in a Three-Hour Cooking Experience at La Maison Arabe
Indulge in a Three-Hour Cooking Experience at La Maison Arabe
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Camel Riding in Marrakech Palm Grove
Camel Riding in Marrakech Palm Grove
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Sep 07, 2024

Hi Kathy,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad to hear that Samir made your trip so memorable with his knowledge and care. It's wonderful that each city left a unique impression on you, and we're glad we could help make your experience special. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon! Safe travels!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

9 day tour - flexibility and adaptability
Morocco | May 4 - May 12, 2024

Jared
Jared R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 19, 2024
My experience booking through KimKim and with our local travel agency Original Travel in Morocco was fantastic!
Having no personal referral to KimKim OR Original Travel, I was admittedly nervous up to the day we arrived - what if the quality was not what we want? What if our driver smokes or our car doesn't have AC?
KimKim proved to be a very easy to use and highly valuable tool in our planning phase for this trip. I knew I didn't have the time to piece together our itinerary, book all... Read more

My experience booking through KimKim and with our local travel agency Original Travel in Morocco was fantastic!
Having no personal referral to KimKim OR Original Travel, I was admittedly nervous up to the day we arrived - what if the quality was not what we want? What if our driver smokes or our car doesn't have AC?

KimKim proved to be a very easy to use and highly valuable tool in our planning phase for this trip. I knew I didn't have the time to piece together our itinerary, book all the tours and lodging, etc. I went through multiple rounds of feedback via chat with Mohamed at Original Travel and 3-4 different itineraries before we landed on the one that had us super excited!

Original Travel showed time and again their immense dedication to service and ensuring we had a great time in Morocco. 2 weeks before the trip they had to rebook all of our reservations to shift them by 1-day. Then on the day we arrived we realized we had too much car travel in our itinerary and we significantly rearrange our plans. Said and Mohamed were super responsive and supportive, helping us to coordinate this change and they were able to do it allowing us to simply extend our stays at our already booked lodging, reserve NEW tours for us in different cities and rearrange scheduled walking tours. Honestly, I was SO pleased and a bit surprised that it worked out so well after an audible on the first day. We even DID have an issue with the car AC at one point - heading into Marrakech when the temps kicked up the AC in our car began to fail. Last 90min of that drive in were very uncomfortable. I said something to Said via WhatsApp chat (how we communicated the entire time) and he coordinated to have the AC fixed before the next time we used the car.

Then there is our driver, Mustapha. First I will say the service level of having a private driver from airport pickup to dropoff throughout our whole trip was off the charts! We felt very spoiled, and yet we recognized at numerous points in our trip just how magical it allowed things to be. It made everything SO easy and relaxing, whereas if we had to navigate ourselves it may have been very different. Wherever we needed him to be to pick us up, take us, wait for us while we shopped... he was there without a question. Mustapha was a superb driver and navigator... drove ALL over the country and into the depths of old cities without a single map reference. He knew places and people along the way. Served as a resource and guide for where to eat, or NOT to eat, where to buy certain goods and where NOT to buy. And he helped us learn about Moroccan culture in a way you only can by befriending a local. He was dependable, and friendly and by the end we were inviting him to come stay with us on a visit to the states. I cannot stress the value and pleasure we got from having Mustapha on our trip.

All in, i would do it again in a heartbeat. I would recommend using KimKim as a travel booking tool. And I would recommend Original Travel and all of our contacts there to any of my friends or family traveling to Morocco.

Hotel Reviews
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

A super charming small hotel in Chaouen. We only stayed one night but the service at the desk was personal and super helpful. Our room had windows facing the inside light shaft of the building, so there wasn't a ton of natural light, but that design seems to be pretty typical in the Morocco old cities. The breakfast was AMAZING! We thought it was the best we had the whole trip. Rather than a buffet like other places, they brought everything out to our table fresh and hot and setup a beautiful spread!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Heart of the medina. Streets nearby were super touristy, but convenient for us for one night.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Fès

Off the charts. One of the most beautiful accommodations I've ever stayed in. The Riad is an amazing display of all the Andalucian-influenced architecture and design of Northern Morocco. Honestly I thought the tile and wood and overall design of this hotel rivaled many of the historical sites we visited specifically to see this work. The courtyard where we dined for breakfast everyday was the most beautiful and peaceful place. We ate dinner at the restaurant one night and the food was delicious. Service in our room was precisely as you would want - multiple services per day but we didn't notice or encounter them in our room or even in the hallways once during our entire 3-night stay! We also used the spa, which was small - 1 practitioner working on the days we were there - but the facility was beautiful and the massage I had was one of the best I've EVER had. And the value of the spa treatments is incredible compared to what you would pay in the US.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

This hotel was lovely. The staff were very kind and helpful both at the restaurant for breakfast and at the front desk. 3/5 stars for a couple reasons: - the place felt a bit rundown to me. Furniture and finishes were a little beat-up and the quality felt like it took a hit because of that. - the rooftop bar/restaurant was terrible! We ate there one night when we had had a long day and wanted the convenience. The prices were exceptionally high relative to the rest of our time at much better places, and the food was sub-par. It was the worst tagine I ate the entire trip.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Location was close to the edge of the Medina, which allowed our driver to easily drop us off and pick us up. But it was a rather far walk from the central parts of the Medina where we wanted to spend our time and at times not the most pleasant
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Journey of Colours: Roman Ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Journey of Colours: Roman Ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco

One of the best Roman ruins outside of Rome that I've visited!! My wife taught me how to really enjoy this place - walking the town and orienting to the inside of the homes as though we were actually living there 2000 years ago. We really enjoyed this visit. We did not take a tour guide and so relied heavily on internet searches and the info from our Lonely Planet book. If I did it again, I would take a guide - of which there are many sitting at the front waiting to be hired.

Quality of Experience
Food
Amazing restaurant nearby with a beautiful backyard garden with peacocks and ducks and their babies walking all around.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver Mustapha brought us here
Transport
Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel
Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel
Marrakesh

Our tour guide Hanan was incredible. She spent nearly 8hrs with us taking us through the Souk, showing us all the best stalls and making sure we got to see and buy what we wanted her. At one point I asked when she had to leave and she insisted she was staying with us to ensure we had seen everything we wanted to see and then she walked us all the way back to our riad. I would recommend her 100x over to anyone visiting Morocco.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanan was the BEST!
Transport
Mustapha drove us for a bit in the beginning outside the Medina.
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on May 23, 2024

Hi Jared,

Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that Said, and Mustapha went above and beyond to ensure your trip was smooth and enjoyable. It's great to know that despite the unexpected changes, everything was handled to your satisfaction.

We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendations, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable journey with Original Travels.

Best,
Mohamed

Trip of a Lifetime!
Morocco | May 4 - May 12, 2024

Mikell
Mikell R.
Rockville, MD | Reviewed on May 19, 2024
We had the most wonderful trip to Morocco. Our driver, Mustapha, was a true pleasure to spend our week with! He was so helpful and friendly and really helped pass the time in the car! We loved our guides Hanan and Fatima as well. It felt so luxurious to have our own driver and guides and we hope to be able to travel this way again! We had a great first experience with KimKim and Original Travels and will definitely use them again! Read more

We had the most wonderful trip to Morocco. Our driver, Mustapha, was a true pleasure to spend our week with! He was so helpful and friendly and really helped pass the time in the car! We loved our guides Hanan and Fatima as well. It felt so luxurious to have our own driver and guides and we hope to be able to travel this way again! We had a great first experience with KimKim and Original Travels and will definitely use them again!

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Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on May 23, 2024

Hi Mikell,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful trip to Morocco and that Mustapha, Hanan, and Fatima made your journey special. It's great to know that having your own driver and guides enhanced your travel experience, making it feel truly luxurious.

We look forward to helping you plan another memorable trip with KimKim and Original Travels. Here’s to many more adventures together!

Warm regards,
Mohamed

Our trip to Morocco is amazing
Morocco | Mar 24 - Mar 29, 2024

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Duyen P.
Singapore | Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Mohamed and his team are amazing. They were very responsive and helpful to arrange a customized itinerary for our group. The driver Abdo has good knowledge of the places he took us too. He was joyful and very helpful. Overall, we enjoyed our trip very much. Thank you for arranging this tour for us.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on May 23, 2024

Hi Duyen P.

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that myself, Abdo, and the rest of our team helped make your trip enjoyable and memorable. It’s wonderful to know that the customized itinerary suited your group so well and that Abdo’s knowledge and joyful presence enhanced your journey.

We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to organizing another great tour for you in the future.

Warm regards,
Mohamed