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Escorted Rail Journey: London to Marrakech

Escorted 10-day rail and ferry journey from London to Marrakech via Spain

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Tailor Made Rail's 10-day Escorted Rail Journey carries a maximum of 12 passengers from London to Marrakech via some of Europe's and Africa's finest trains. Starting with Eurostar at St Pancras on Day 1, the group travels by TGV and AVE through France and Spain, stopping in Barcelona and Cordoba before ferrying across the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier. From there, the Al-Boraq high-speed train (operating at up to 200 mph since 2018) carries the group to Rabat, followed by the Atlas train to Marrakech. Throughout, Moroccan guide Zak Nouri escorts the group, handling logistics while Days 4, 6, 8 and 9 offer substantial free time to explore Tangier, Rabat and Marrakech independently. All First Class rail tickets, a ferry crossing, 9 nights in handpicked hotels with breakfast, and seat reservations are included. This journey suits first-time rail travellers seeking a guided introduction to long-distance rail across two continents, as well as independent explorers who want transport and lodging arranged but freedom to wander.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price does not include the return flight home from Marrakech; passengers must book this separately to London, Manchester or Birmingham
  • Day 4's optional excursion to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains is payable locally, not included in the tour price
  • Single room supplements apply; the single price from GBP 2199 is significantly higher than half the double room rate

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Barcelona

    London to Barcelona

    Guide Zak meets the group at St Pancras for the 09:30 Eurostar to Paris, RER to Gare de Lyon, then a TGV direct to Barcelona.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Cordoba

    Barcelona to Cordoba

    Morning wander to Plaça Catalunya and La Rambla, then a high-speed AVE train via Madrid Atocha to Cordoba, arriving in time for dinner.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Tangier

    Cordoba to Tangier

    Train to Algeciras, shuttle bus to the port, and a 60-minute ferry crossing to Tangier for a 2-night stay.

  4. Day 4overnight: Tangier

    Tangier

    Free day: the Kasbah Palace, Rue Es-Siaghine, or an optional escorted day trip to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains (payable locally).

  5. Day 5overnight: Rabat

    Tangier to Rabat

    Al-Boraq high-speed service (Africa's first, running since 2018, up to 200mph) from Tanger Ville to Rabat, for a 2-night stay.

  6. Day 6overnight: Rabat

    Rabat

    Explore the walled Medina, the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Mosque and the Grand Théâtre de Rabat.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Marrakech

    Rabat to Marrakech

    Atlas train from Rabat Ville to Marrakech, arriving at lunchtime for a 3-night stay.

  8. Day 8overnight: Marrakech

    Marrakech

    Independent exploring: souks, street food, the Bahia Palace, the Musée de Marrakech and the Jardin Majorelle.

  9. Day 9overnight: Marrakech

    Marrakech

    Further independent time in Marrakech, with the guide on hand for help or advice.

  10. Day 10rail

    Depart Marrakech

    Free choice: a direct flight home from Marrakech (to London, Manchester or Birmingham), an extended stay via Fez and Casablanca, or an independent return by rail and sea.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Day 1: depart London on the 09:30 Eurostar from St Pancras, continuing by RER and TGV directly to Barcelona
  • Day 2Day 2: wander Barcelona's Plaça Catalunya and La Rambla before boarding a high-speed AVE through Madrid to Cordoba
  • Day 3Day 3: travel by train to Algeciras, then a 60-minute ferry crossing to Tangier and Morocco
  • Day 5Day 5: ride the Al-Boraq, Africa's first high-speed train, from Tanger Ville to Rabat at speeds up to 200 mph
  • Day 7Day 7: the Atlas train carries the group from Rabat Ville to Marrakech, arriving at lunchtime

Included

  • All rail journeys, in first class (where available)
  • Seat reservations where required
  • 9 nights' handpicked hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Ferry from Tarifa to Tangiers
  • The services of a guide for your journey from London to Marrakech
  • Despatch of tickets by email

Not included

  • Flight home from Marrakech (booked independently)
  • Optional day trip to Chefchaouen (payable locally)

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. All rail journeys in First Class (where available) are included, along with seat reservations, ferry crossing to Tangier, and 9 nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Tailor Made Rail guide Zak Nouri escorts the group throughout the entire journey from London to Marrakech.
What trains are used?
The journey uses Eurostar (London to Paris), TGV (Paris to Barcelona), AVE (Barcelona to Cordoba via Madrid), the Al-Boraq high-speed train (Tangier to Rabat), and the Atlas train (Rabat to Marrakech).
How many people travel together?
Groups are capped at a maximum of 12 passengers.
When does the tour run?
Departures are offered in November 2026 at GBP 1599 per person, and April 2027 at GBP 1749 per person.
How much free time is there?
The tour includes a full free day in Tangier (Day 4), a free day in Rabat (Day 6), and two free days in Marrakech (Days 8 and 9). On Day 10, passengers arrange their own return home by flight or extended rail travel.

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