Experience the magic of Morocco in a very special and unique style! Pulled by a DH Diesel locomotive, the three coach L’Oriental Desert Express Train runs just a handful of times each year. Boarding at Oujda we can relax and enjoy this extraordinary train ride in our specially reserved first class air-conditioned passenger coach that is coupled with a viewing coach which provides breath-taking panoramic views.

Combined rount trip: with train and bus through Northern, East and Southern Morocco

As this is no ordinary train journey we can make unscheduled stops along the way when we meet and greet the nomadic people who inhabit the L’Oriental Plateau. We’ll know that we are getting closer to the Sahara as every now and again we may also have to stop to clear sand off this rarely used line. A helping hand with this is always welcome, and makes for great photographs. Just how often do you show your friends photos of yourself clearing Saharan sand off a railway line to enable your own private train to continue its journey?

The guided multi-day trip includes half board, accommodation in typical inns, guest houses, 3*or 4* hotels. Tour guides will assist you. One bottle of water will be free per day. Day in the desert or quad excursion on demand.

Tour Highlights

• visit the oldest royal city Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cultural and spiritual centre of the country
• visit the border town of Oujda, with its beautiful little old town, surrounded by gates and walls
• exciting and unique desert dinner experience in a nomad tent
• opportunity  to take a trip in a four wheel drive vehicle through the impressive sand dunes at Merzouga
• chance to take a dromedary ride to watch the sunset in the desert
• stay in the royal city of Meknes surrounded by its mighty walls and its impressive building
• enjoy traditional Moroccan food specialities

Travel Impressions