Marrakech · January 2027
Night Train to Marrakech
A reading retreat and book trip in exotic Marrakech, inspired by Dinah Jefferies' historical novel set in 1960s Morocco.
Night Train to Marrakech by Dinah Jefferies
The Marrakech experience
A winter escape into the world of the book
Visiting Marrakech in January offers mild weather, perfect for exploring vibrant souks, historic medinas and exquisite gardens.
This trip will be focused on Night Train to Marrakech by Dinah Jefferies, a historical fiction novel set in 1960s Morocco.
With a local guide to show us around the city, there will be plenty of opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of Marrakech, explore its famous sights and discover some of the places that bring the spirit of the book to life.
The Marrakech experience
A city of souks, gardens, mountains and stories
Explore Marrakech
Discover the city with a local guide, beginning at the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa and exploring the enchanting souks.
Jardin Majorelle
Visit the beautiful Jardin Majorelle and the museum devoted to the work of Yves Saint Laurent.
The Atlas Mountains
Travel into the Atlas Mountains, where part of the novel is set, and experience a very different side of Morocco.
Book club discussion
Come together with fellow readers to discuss Night Train to Marrakech and share your thoughts about the novel.
Winter sunshine
January brings mild weather, giving you time to enjoy Marrakech at a relaxed pace between excursions.
Time to yourself
There is also plenty of time to explore independently, relax at the hotel or simply find somewhere peaceful to read.
The book
Night Train to Marrakech
Night Train to Marrakech is a historical fiction novel set in 1960s Morocco and provides the literary thread running through our Marrakech adventure.
Our book club discussion gives us the chance to explore the novel together, before experiencing some of the places, landscapes and atmosphere of Morocco for ourselves.
The place
Marrakech
Marrakech is a city made for exploring, from the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fnaa to the maze of the souks and the quieter beauty of its gardens.
We will have a local tour guide to help us uncover the city's history and character, taking in some of its most memorable sights while also leaving plenty of time to explore at your own pace.
We will also head beyond the city to the Atlas Mountains, where the novel is partially set.
Beyond Marrakech
Into the Atlas Mountains
One of the highlights of the trip is our full-day visit to the Atlas Mountains, where the book is partially set.
It is a chance to leave the city behind for a while and experience the dramatic landscapes of Morocco that form part of the world of the novel.
Where you'll stay
Four nights in Marrakech
We will stay for four nights at the Dellarosa Hotel, with bed and breakfast included.
The hotel gives us a comfortable base from which to explore Marrakech, with the city's sights, souks and gardens providing the backdrop to our literary escape.
Travelling alone?
Come on your own. You won't be on your own.
Books in Places trips are designed with solo travellers in mind. You arrive knowing that everyone already has something in common: a love of books.
There will be plenty of opportunities to explore Marrakech together, share meals and discuss the book, while also having time to do your own thing.
Ready for Marrakech?
Step into the world of the book.
Explore Marrakech, discover the Atlas Mountains and share the experience with fellow book lovers, with Night Train to Marrakech as your literary guide.
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