# Marrakech Experiences, Cooking Classes & Spa https://www.riadtajania.com/en/our-services/ ## Your stay at a glance: Riad Tajania · Marrakech - **Facials & massages:** €45–€70 per treatment - **A taste of Morocco:** €70 per person - **Moroccan dinner:** Three courses, €50 per person - **Lighter meals:** Club sandwich or Tajania Salad: €20 each - **Airport transfer:** €22 each way for 1–2 people - **Guest age:** 16 years and over - **Direct-booking benefit:** 15% off accommodation only ## Practical answers about Riad Tajania ### Can you help me choose or combine experiences? Yes. Tell us how much time you have, who is travelling and what interests you. Our team can help you plan activities, treatments, meals and transfers around your stay. ### How do I book an experience? Use a WhatsApp link to send your chosen experience, preferred date and number of guests. We will confirm availability, the total price and the arrangements with you before the booking is agreed. ### How are activities paid for? Activities and excursions are paid in cash at reception in advance. Confirm your chosen date and arrangements with our team first. ### Are the prices per person or for the group? Both are offered. Each rate is labelled: Marrakech guide prices for 2 and 3–5 guests, Agafay sunset and Essaouira are group totals. Other listed activity rates are per person, including Marrakech guiding for 6 guests or more. ### Is the camel ride included in the Agafay outing? No. Camel riding and quad biking cost extra on the Agafay lunch/sunset outing. The balloon package separately lists a Palmeraie camel ride among its inclusions. ### Which treatments can I book? Three facials: Anti-ageing, Radiance and Oriental; and three one-hour massages: Relaxing, Toning / Deep and Slimming. ### How long do treatments last? The Anti-ageing facial and each massage last 60 minutes. Radiance and Oriental facials last 45 minutes. ### How do I arrange an appointment? Contact the team with your preferred treatment, date and time. We will confirm availability and the arrangements for your stay. ### What is the benefit of booking Riad Tajania directly? Booking directly with Riad Tajania gives you 15% off accommodation and a direct line to the team preparing your stay. The discount does not apply to dining, treatments, transfers or city tax; breakfast is always included. ### Is city tax included in the Riad Tajania room price? City tax is added to the accommodation price at Riad Tajania: €2.50 per person per night, settled at checkout. The 15% accommodation discount does not apply to this tax. ### Does Riad Tajania welcome children or pets? Riad Tajania welcomes guests aged 16 and over, to preserve the calm and intimacy of the riad; younger children are not accommodated. Pets are not allowed, and each room or suite hosts a maximum of 2 guests. ### What are check-in, check-out and accessibility arrangements at Riad Tajania? Rooms at Riad Tajania are ready from 14:00 and check-out is at 11:00, Marrakech local time. The riad has stairs and no lift; write to us before booking so we can prepare your stay around your mobility needs. Cook a Moroccan tagine on the rooftop, enjoy a massage in your suite, or set out for the Atlas, the desert and the coast. Share your wishes with us and we will tailor your stay around them. Send us your wishes. Our team will confirm availability, the total price and the arrangements before you book. ## At our table Each day begins with a breakfast served with care. The kitchen then brings together Moroccan recipes, Italian inspiration and seasonal produce, with meals arranged around your wishes. Around the Moroccan marble table, on the panoramic rooftop or in a more intimate corner, every meal finds its setting. Share your preferences and dietary needs with us as you plan your stay. Riad Tajania offers a three-course Moroccan dinner at €50 per person, or a club sandwich or Tajania Salad at €20 each. The rooftop Moroccan cooking class is €70 per person, lunch or dinner included; the accommodation discount does not apply to these experiences. ## A taste of Morocco On the rooftop, a two-hour Moroccan cooking class introduces you to the spices, the utensils and the mint tea ritual. Prepare your tagine alongside our cook, then enjoy it on the terrace. €70 per person, lunch or dinner included, payable in cash at reception before the class. Let us know your preferred date and any dietary needs. ## Time to unwind Three facials and three one-hour massages can be reserved for your stay: a Dead Sea ritual, an Éclat facial with argan and orange blossom, and a purifying Oriental treatment. Facials from €45 to €60 (45 to 60 minutes); massages from €50 to €70 (one hour). Browse the full menu and let our team arrange your appointment. Make-up and hair styling can also be arranged for a special occasion. ## Above the medina The tadelakt staircase leads up to the two-level rooftop. Shaded lounges and the bar welcome a coffee, a cocktail or a conversation that lingers as Marrakech changes colour. The riad has two plunge pools, one in the courtyard and one on the rooftop, designed for cooling off and relaxing rather than swimming. ## A little further afield A private guide in Marrakech, a hot-air balloon at sunrise, the Atlas valleys, Agafay, Essaouira, Ouzoud or Aït Ben Haddou: our team arranges the finest escapes for you. The catalogue details durations, inclusions and prices, per person or per group. Activities are paid in cash at reception, in advance. For three or four days in Merzouga, speak directly with our team. ## A seamless arrival Riad Tajania arranges your airport transfer at €22 each way for 1–2 guests. The car drops you about 180 m from the riad, a 3–5-minute walk; share your arrival details and we will prepare your welcome all the way to the door. The riad sits in the heart of the medina, where the final steps are made on foot. Write to us before you travel and we will send precise directions and nearby parking options. Prices in euros. Activities may be priced per person or for the whole group; each rate shows its basis. Please confirm dates and arrangements with our team. Activities and excursions are paid in cash at reception, in advance. ## Moroccan cooking on the rooftop Begin with the spices, traditional pots and mint-tea ritual that set the scene for Moroccan cooking. With our cook, prepare an authentic tagine in the open air, then sit down to the meal you have made. 2-hour class, followed by lunch or dinner ## Your experience - Discover Moroccan ingredients and the mint-tea ritual. - Prepare and cook your tagine with guidance. - Enjoy your own dish at the rooftop restaurant. ## Included - Rooftop cooking class with our cook - Introduction to spices, pots and mint tea - Lunch or dinner at the rooftop restaurant ## Rates - 1+ guests: 70 EUR per person ## Before you book - Tell us about dietary needs and your preferred meal when arranging the class. [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Moroccan%20cooking%20on%20the%20rooftop.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## A private guided tour of Marrakech Explore the medina, souks, historic palaces and gardens with an experienced local guide. Tell us your preferred language and interests so we can arrange the tour around you. Half-day or full day ## Your experience - Choose a half-day or full-day visit. - Discuss the medina, souks, palaces and gardens you would like to discover. ## Included - Private local guide, with the language arranged when booking ## Rates - 2 guests · Half-day: 60 EUR for the group - 2 guests · Full day: 120 EUR for the group - 3–5 guests · Half-day: 75 EUR for the group - 3–5 guests · Full day: 150 EUR for the group - 6+ guests · Half-day: 15 EUR per person - 6+ guests · Full day: 25 EUR per person ## Before you book - The 2-guest and 3–5-guest rates are totals for the whole group. - For 6 guests or more, the rate is per person. Ask about tickets and any transport required. 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About 3 hours 30 minutes; approximately 1 hour in flight ## Your experience - Early-morning transfer to the balloon base. - Breakfast and balloon preparation, then an approximately one-hour flight. - Berber breakfast after landing, a flight certificate and camel ride. ## Included - Pick-up and return transfer - Breakfast, flight and flight certificate - Camel ride in the Palmeraie ## Rates - 2+ guests · Classic: 200 EUR per person - 2+ guests · VIP: 352 EUR per person - 2+ guests · Royale: 615 EUR per person ## Before you book - Minimum 2 people. Classic €200, VIP €352 and Royale €615, per person. - Children under 10 receive the brochure’s 50% reduction; confirm the operator’s participation arrangements when booking. - Weather dependent. Book early in your stay to allow for postponement, and bring suitable clothing, sunglasses and a camera. 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About 7 hours · 09:00–16:00 ## Your experience - Leave the riad at around 09:00. - Explore the villages and valley on a route agreed with your guide. - Share lunch and return to Marrakech around 16:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver - Local guide - Lunch in a Berber family home ## Rates - 1 guests: 200 EUR per person - 2 guests: 120 EUR per person - 3 guests: 100 EUR per person - 4 guests: 100 EUR per person ## Before you book - An optional women’s cooperative visit can be discussed for Monday–Friday afternoons. - Walking or mule arrangements and any extended route should be agreed with the team. 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About 8 hours · 09:00–17:00 ## Your experience - Depart around 09:00 for Ourika and Sidi Fares. - Stop for a traditional lunch, then continue to Asni. - Discover the Kik Plateau and Lake Lalla Takerkoust; return around 17:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver - Lunch at a Berber restaurant in Sidi Fares ## Rates - 1 guests: 190 EUR per person - 2 guests: 125 EUR per person - 3 guests: 100 EUR per person - 4 guests: 100 EUR per person ## Before you book - Tell us at least 24 hours ahead if you would like a vegetarian lunch. - A local market stop depends on the market day and route. 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Lunch outing: about 5 hours 30 minutes · dinner outing: about 4 hours 30 minutes ## Your experience - Drive toward Agafay, approximately 45 minutes in the brochure itinerary. - Pause for a snack and tea in a local Berber tent. - Return after the agreed lunch or evening programme. ## Included - Pick-up and return - Private vehicle and driver ## Rates - 1–2 guests: 130 EUR for the group - 3–4 guests: 150 EUR for the group - 5–7 guests: 200 EUR for the group - 8 guests: 250 EUR for the group ## Before you book - Camel rides and quad biking are not included. - A camp meal must be reserved in advance; confirm its separate cost. - Group totals: 1–2 guests €130; 3–4 €150; 5–7 €200; 8 €250. 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About 8 hours · 09:00–17:00 ## Your experience - Leave in the morning for Agafay and the lake. - Stop for lunch by the lake or on the Kik Plateau. - Continue through the Asni Valley and return around 17:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver ## Rates - 1 guests: 190 EUR per person - 2 guests: 125 EUR per person - 3 guests: 100 EUR per person - 4 guests: 100 EUR per person ## Before you book - Confirm the chosen lunch arrangement and any optional activities when booking. - Camel riding and activities at the lake are not listed as included in this excursion’s rate. [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Agafay%2C%20Lake%20Lalla%20Takerkoust%20%26%20the%20Atlas.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## An Imlil walk in the High Atlas Discover the villages and orchards around Imlil with a local English-speaking guide. An approximately 90-minute guided walk toward the waterfalls and lunch with a local family make this a day of mountain scenery rather than a summit climb. About 8 hours · 09:00–17:00 ## Your experience - Depart toward Imlil and meet your guide. - Walk toward the waterfalls and stop for lunch with a local family. - An Asni market visit can be planned on Saturdays before returning to Marrakech. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver - Local guide for an approximately 90-minute walk ## Rates - 1 guests: 160 EUR per person - 2 guests: 110 EUR per person - 3 guests: 90 EUR per person - 4 guests: 80 EUR per person ## Before you book - Discuss the walking route and your preferred pace before booking. - Confirm the family-lunch arrangement with the team. 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About 10 hours 30 minutes · 08:30–19:00 ## Your experience - Leave the riad around 08:30, with stops along the route. - Visit an argan-oil cooperative and discover Essaouira. - Enjoy time for the port, medina and lunch; return around 19:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver ## Rates - 1–2 guests: 200 EUR for the group - 3–4 guests: 230 EUR for the group - 5–7 guests: 260 EUR for the group ## Before you book - Rates are totals for the group: 1–2 guests €200; 3–4 €230; 5–7 €260. - Lunch is part of the day’s plan but is not listed as included in the transport rate. 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About 9 hours 30 minutes · 08:30–18:00 ## Your experience - Depart around 08:30 toward Ouzoud. - Walk toward the falls and stop for lunch. - Visit the natural bridge of Imi n’Ifri on the planned route; return around 18:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver - Lunch at a local restaurant - A guided walk at the waterfalls ## Rates - 1 guests: 200 EUR per person - 2 guests: 140 EUR per person - 3 guests: 110 EUR per person - 4 guests: 100 EUR per person ## Before you book - The brochure describes around 600 steps on the return climb. Discuss the route and walking demands before booking. - Confirm the walking time and route with the guide before booking. 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About 11 hours · 08:00–19:00 ## Your experience - Depart around 08:00 toward the High Atlas and Tichka Pass. - Visit the kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou and a cinema studio in Ouarzazate. - Return to Marrakech around 19:00. ## Included - Pick-up and return in a private vehicle with driver - Guide for the kasbah visit ## Rates - 1 guests: 200 EUR per person - 2 guests: 110 EUR per person - 3 guests: 90 EUR per person - 4 guests: 80 EUR per person ## Before you book - Confirm studio admission, other entrance charges and meal arrangements when booking. - A three- or four-day Merzouga journey can be quoted separately. [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20A%C3%AFt%20Ben%20Haddou%20%26%20Ouarzazate.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## A little further into Morocco? For a three- or four-day journey to Merzouga, speak with our team. We will shape the itinerary with you and prepare a tailored quotation. ## Anti-ageing facial A facial using products from the Jordanian Dead Sea, selected for a revitalising skincare ritual. 60 min · 60 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Anti-ageing%20facial.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## Radiance facial An argan-oil and orange-blossom facial for a fresh, luminous finish. 45 min · 50 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Radiance%20facial.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## Oriental facial A purifying facial for the face and neck, with attention to pores and oily skin. 45 min · 45 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Oriental%20facial.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## Relaxing massage An hour devoted to a slower rhythm and a relaxing body massage. 60 min · 50 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Relaxing%20massage.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## Toning / deep massage A more invigorating body massage. Discuss your preferred pressure when arranging the treatment. 60 min · 60 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Toning%20%2F%20deep%20massage.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) ## Slimming massage The silhouette-focused body treatment from our massage menu, offered as a one-hour appointment. 60 min · 70 EUR [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20Slimming%20massage.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A) Prices are in euros, per treatment. Contact the team to confirm your preferred appointment. ## Tell us what you would love to do. ## Choose your experience Pick a treatment, a class or an outing. If you are undecided, tell us what you enjoy and we will help you choose. ## Send a WhatsApp message Share your preferred date, the number of guests and any dietary needs or special requests. Each booking link starts a message for that experience. ## Let us arrange the details We will confirm availability, the total cost, what is included and the payment arrangements. Your WhatsApp enquiry is the start of a conversation, not a confirmed booking. ## Your hosts in the Marrakech medina 29, Derb Bouderba, rue el Bahia Médina, 40000 Marrakech, Morocco +212 697 721 734 ## Can you help me choose or combine experiences? Yes. Tell us how much time you have, who is travelling and what interests you. Our team can help you plan activities, treatments, meals and transfers around your stay. ## How do I book an experience? Use a WhatsApp link to send your chosen experience, preferred date and number of guests. We will confirm availability, the total price and the arrangements with you before the booking is agreed. ## How are activities paid for? Activities and excursions are paid in cash at reception in advance. Confirm your chosen date and arrangements with our team first. ## Are the prices per person or for the group? Both are offered. Each rate is labelled: Marrakech guide prices for 2 and 3–5 guests, Agafay sunset and Essaouira are group totals. Other listed activity rates are per person, including Marrakech guiding for 6 guests or more. ## Is the camel ride included in the Agafay outing? No. Camel riding and quad biking cost extra on the Agafay lunch/sunset outing. The balloon package separately lists a Palmeraie camel ride among its inclusions. ## Which treatments can I book? Three facials: Anti-ageing, Radiance and Oriental; and three one-hour massages: Relaxing, Toning / Deep and Slimming. ## How long do treatments last? The Anti-ageing facial and each massage last 60 minutes. Radiance and Oriental facials last 45 minutes. ## How do I arrange an appointment? Contact the team with your preferred treatment, date and time. We will confirm availability and the arrangements for your stay. --- A birthday dinner, an Atlas escape or simply some advice. Write to the Riad Tajania team and we will arrange your Marrakech stay down to the last detail. [Plan on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/212697721734?text=Hello%20Riad%20Tajania%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20arrange%3A%20experiences%20in%20Marrakech.%0A%0APreferred%20date%20and%20time%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A%0ASpecial%20requests%3A)