Imperial Treasures and Desert Wonders

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See the imperial cities of Morocco and get a glimpse of the majestic Sahara desert in this 11-day tour.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Meknes and the impressive Roman ruins at Volubilis
    • Find your way around the winding medieval Medina in Fes with the help of an expert local guide
    • Visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square in Marrakesh with its surrounding souks, musicians and food stalls
    • See ancient Kasbahs that have stood the test of time en-route towards the Sahara desert

What's this trip about?

    See the imperial cities of Morocco and get a glimpse of the majestic Sahara desert in this 11-day tour.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 35 people
Age range18 to 64 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Morocco

Attractions

  • Casablanca
  • Marrakech
  • Rabat

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
    • Daily breakfast with lunches and dinners on select dates
    • Professional English speaking guide
    • A/C vehicle as per the itinerary – Bus, minibus or car depending on group size
    • 4WD vehicle from Day 7 – 10 (Marrakesh to Ourzazate, Zagora & back)
    • Return airport transfers
    • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
    • Luggage porterage
    • Tips at hotels and restaurants
    • All currently applicable taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: CASABLANCA (B/D)

On arrival at Casablanca Mohamed V International Airport you will meet our company representative who will provide you with vouchers and the documents for your trip. You will have a brief review of the tour during the transfer to the hotel. Dinner and an overnight in Casablanca.

Day 2: CASABLANCA - RABAT (B/D)

Visit the economic capital of Morocco, the central market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the exterior of the impressive of the Hassan II Mosque. Continue on to Rabat for a city tour: The Royal Palace, (Mechouar), the Oudaya Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in Rabat.  

Day 3: RABAT - MEKNES - FES (B/D)

Depart to Meknes and visit the Ismalian capital famous for its 40 km long walls, visit Bab Mansour, the Royal stables and the Jewish quarter. Continue on to the holy city of Moulay Idriss, and visit the impressive ruins of the Roman city of Volubilis. Continue on to Fes. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in Fes.

Day 4: FES (B/D)

The whole day is devoted to Fes; the spiritual capital of Morocco. Visit the medieval Medina with its Attarine and Bou Anania Medersas, the Nejjarine Fountain, the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and the Karaouine Mosque. Afternoon visit of a Koranic school. After a tea with a local family and a visit of a traditional oven, sightseeing in Fez Jdid. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 5: FES - BENI MELLAL - MARRAKECH (B/D)

Depart to Marrakech passing by the Berber village of Immouzer du Kandar and Ifrane (In case of bad wheather in winter time, itinerary can be modified via Meknes, Adaroch passing by farms and of husbandry cows, Mrirert, Khenifra). Arrival in Marrakesh in the late afternoon. Check in at the hotel, dinner and overnight.

Day 6: MARRAKECH (B/L)

Visit historical Marrakech: the SaadianTombs, the Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Minaret. Enjoy lunch at the hotel and in the afternoon, visit the famous Djemaa El Fna with its surrounding souks and handicraft quarters, admire women’s embroidery work, and a traditional pancake “msammen” realisation. Visit of Art Galleries.

Day 7: MARRAKECH (B/D)

Enjoy your day at leisure. No services will be provided. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in Marrakech

Day 8: MARRAKECH OUARZAZATE (B/D)

Departure to Ouarzazate in the morning by 4X4 car, passing through Telouet. Visit the Kasbah of Glaoui and the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the best-preserved Kasbah in Morocco and under UNESCO protection. Continue to Ouarzazate and visit of the Kasbah of Tiffeltout and Taouirt, as well as the famous film studios. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Day 9: OUARZAZATE ZAGORA (B/L/D)

This morning, depart for Taznakth, famous for its Berber carpets, then continue southwards to Agdz where you will join again the road Ouarzazate-Zagora. From Agdz to Zagora is dotted with palm groves and numerous Kasbahs, most of them falling in ruins, but some...

Day 10: ZAGORA MARRAKECH (B/L/D)

After breakfast, you will travel back via Ouarzazate following the same road until Agdz and then through the Anti Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Stop at noon in Ouarzazate for free lunch. Heading on to Marrakesh via the national road crossing the TiznTichkaPass.Arrival in Marrakesh, Dinner and accommodation.

Day 11: MARRAKECH (B)

Today you will be transferred to the Menara International Airport in Marrakech.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $995
Price per day$90
Last Updated: 2/22/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Transportation & flights

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Meals Included
Daily Breakfast, sSpecial Lunches or Dinners
Age Requirements
18 to 64 years
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