Christmas on the Sahara
Morocco
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Dec 21 - Dec 27, 2025
I just finished a remarkable trip to Morocco during Christmas week. Hakim put together a solid itinerary, long in sightseeing and relatively short in shopping, as I had requested, and the result was a memorable and very special time.
My driver, Taha, was with me all week, and made me feel safe whether we were traversing rain, snow or sunshine. Additionally, he chose good, clean places for us to stop enroute.
Of special significance was the desert camp and camel ride on Christmas Eve. That sunset and the camp atmosphere, is something I will not soon forget.
I must also add that my flight into Morocco was delayed for about 11 hours, and during that whole time, the company hung with me and made sure I understood that they were there for me. Their actions were incredibly reassuring, and in the end, all worked out well.
I can recommend the services of Hak and the company without reservation.
Hotel Reviews
A lovely riad. However, it is located in a dark corner of the soul and as a woman traveling alone, I felt I needed an escort Everytime o came or went.
Noisy, cold, too many stairs. Staff impossible to find. Bathroom tiny and no place to put things. No luggage rack, no hooks, no window.
Awesome experience! Fabulous!
Out of town, which also meant away from the tourist clutter.
Activity Reviews
The guided tour in Marrakech was fantastic. The city itself is medieval and vibrant, offering a wealth of history to explore. The guide was knowledgeable and provided a great introduction to the culture and sights. Walking through the Medina was particularly enjoyable, though it was quite crowded due to the holiday week.
The guided tour in Fes was good, though it leaned a bit more towards shopping than I was expecting. Despite this, walking through the medieval city was fascinating, and the guide managed to navigate through the often-crowded medina. It was a solid cultural experience overall.
Despite some scheduling confusion, the drive through Rissani, Midelt, and the Atlas Mountains was scenic and showed the vast and diverse landscapes of Morocco.