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| Duration | 12 days | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 2,650 | $ 1,280 |
| Price Per Day | $ 221 | $ 116 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
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Visit of Casablanca, the economical capital of Morocco: the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the Mohamed V and United Nations squares, the Central Market, the Habbous quarter and the residential area of Anfa. Stroll along the Aïn Diab seaside. Visit of Ouarzazate with Tifoult and Taourirt Kasbahs. Then departure to Aït Ben Haddou village. Independent lunch. Visit of the ruins of this ancient Kasbah, Continuation via the Tiz‐In‐Tichka pass and Taddert to Marrakesh. |
Discover the bustling cities of Casablanca, Fes and Marrakech, sleep in a Berber tent in the Sahara Desert, enjoy the Atlas Mountains and the charming coastal town of Essaouira on this 11-day comprehensive tour of Morocco. You will meet Morocco’s people, experience its culture and explore its diverse landscapes. Morocco is a country filled with contrasts – from imperial cities to the expansive desert, from dramatic mountains and gorges to lush valleys. This tour has been designed to give you an in depth experience of this magical country. Stay in hand-selected 4-start accommodation, giving you an authentic experience of this fascinating country! In each location you will be guided by our local official guides. |
Day 1: USA - Casablanca (Morocco)
Flight with good itinerary.
Day 2: Casablanca
Arrival at Casablanca Mohamed V airport. Welcome, Assistance and transfer to the hotel in Casablanca. Check‐in. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Casablanca - Rabat
Morning visit of Casablanca, the economical capital of Morocco: the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the Mohamed V and United Nations squares, the Central Market, the Habbous quarter and the residential area of Anfa. Stroll along the Aïn Diab seaside. Independent lunch. Departure to Rabat: visit of the administrative capital of Morocco with the Hassan tower, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the medina. Check‐in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Rabat - Meknes - Fez
Departure to Fez with the visit of the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continue to Meknes. Independent lunch. Visit of the city formerly known as «the Moroccan Versaille», Bab Mansour, the most preserved gate in Morocco, Hari Souani and the old media. Arrival in Fez. Check‐in. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Fez
The whole day is dedicated to the sightseeing of Fez: visit of the medieval medina, the medersas, the karaouine mosque and the famous Nejjarine Fountain. Independent lunch. Continuation of the visit through the old medina. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Fez - Midelt - Erfoud
Departure to Midelt via Azrou. Independent lunch. Continuation through Midelt, Ziz River and series of fortified villages. Arrival in Erfoud and check‐in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
*Optional Excursion ($) to Merzouga dunes by 4x4 ($40 taxes included / person approx.) bookable at destination.*
Day 7: Erfoud - Tineghir - Ouarzazate
Departure to Tineghir via Rissani. Visit of the ruins of Ksar Abbar and through the Tinjdad road, arrival at Todra Gorges. Independent lunch. Continuation to Ouarzazate via El Kelâa M´gouna and the Dades valley. Arrival in Ouarzazate. Check‐in. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Day 8: Ouarzazate - Aït Benhaddou - Marrakesh
Visit of Ouarzazate with Tifoult and Taourirt Kasbahs. Then departure to Aït Ben Haddou village. Independent lunch. Visit of the ruins of this ancient Kasbah, Continuation via the Tiz‐In‐Tichka pass and Taddert to Marrakesh. Check‐in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 9: Marrakesh
The entire day will be spent visiting Marrakesh: the Saadian tombs, the Koutoubia, the Bahia palace and the Menara gardens. Independent lunch. Visit of the souks, and the Djemaâ El Fna square. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Optional Diffa Fantasia Diner & Show ($49 taxes included / person)
A Diffa Fantasia dinner will be served under caïdal tents at the famous «Chez Ali» restaurant while enjoying fantasia performance with camels and horses shows, folkloric and belly dancers. Return to the hotel and overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Marrakesh - Essaouira
Departure to Essaouira. Independent lunch. Visit of the city. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Essaouira - Oualidia - Casablanca
Departure to Casablanca via El Jadida with a stop at Oualidia. Independent lunch. Continuation along the Atlantic coast to reach El Jadida for an orientation tour. Arrival in Casablanca. Check‐in at the hotel; Dinner and overnight.
Day 12: Casablanca - USA
Departure transfer to Mohamed V airport for the return flight. Assistance with the boarding formalities.
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Day 1: Marrakesh Arrival
Meals: Dinner
Arrival to Marrakech airport, MEET&GREET & transfer to hotel Overnight
Day 2: Marrakech to Essaouira to Casablanca
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Early departure to Essaouira the Portuguese city anciently called Mogador. Visit of this city once known as capital of the hippies and which is full of Portuguese history as a harbour city with the most ancient fortified port in the world still preserved. Optional seafood lunch. Afternoon, departure to Casablanca passing by the Atlantic road, with stops in Oualidia and El Jadida. Orientation tour of El Jadida (built by the Portuguese and previously known as Mazagan "Mazagão") with possibility to visit the Portuguese Cistern. Overnight: Casablanca
Day 3: Casablanca to Meknes to Fez
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Short visit of the Economic Capital: the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II. Departure to Meknes, the Ismailia capital with the longest ramparts in Morocco (40 km). Optional lunch. Visit the famous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter. Departure to the holy city of Moulay Driss (panoramic view) and visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continuation to Fez. Overnight: Fes Mileage: 320 km
Day 4: Fes
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
The whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital: the Medieval Medina and its souks, The Royal Palace, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, Nejjarine fountain and the outside of Moulay Idriss mausoleum and Karaouine Mosque. Optional lunch in a traditional restaurant in the Medina. Overnight: Fes
Day 5: Fez to Rabat to Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Departure to Rabat, the Administrative Capital, and visit of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), Ouadayas Garden & Kasbah, Mohamed V Mausoleum and Hassan Tower Mosque. Optional seafood lunch. Continuation to Marrakesh via high-way. Overnight: Marrakech Mileage: 495 km
Day 6: Marrakesh
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Full day visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city <<The Ochre city". The historical visit includes Menara Garden, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Koutoubia and Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon, visit of the souks, handicraft quarters and the famous Jemaa El-Fna Square with its non-stop entertainment. Optional dinner with show. Overnight in hotel. Overnight: Marrakech
Day7 : Marrakesh to Ait Benhaddou to Zagora
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Departure to Ait Benhaddou through Tizi n'tichka pass (2260m of altitude). Visit of its famous Kasbah, a UNESCO world heritage site, that served as decor for many great movies such as Laurence of Arabia, Troy, Gladiator, Games of thrones... Optional lunch. Continuation to Zagora crossing the Draa valley Overnight: Zagora Mileage: 380 km
Day 8: Zagora to Nkob to Tazzarine to Erfoud
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Departure to Erfoud with a stop at Tamgroute village known for its pottery Center. The route also includes the villages of Tansikht, Nkob, Tazzarine and Alnif with splendid pre- saharian sceneries. Optional lunch at Alnif. Afternoon, continuation to Erfoud via the village of Rissani, birthplace of the Alaouites Dynasty. Overnight: Erfoud Mileage: 300 km
Day 9: Erfoud to Tinghir to Quarzazate
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
In case the previous night was spent in the hotel in Erfoud, you can opt for optional 4x4 excursion to Merzouga to admire the sunrise from top of the sandy dunes. Departure to Tinghir, visit of its magnificent Todra Canyons where rocks reach an altitude of 250m. Optional lunch in local restaurant near the canyons. Afternoon, continuation to Ouarzazate via the road of the 1000 Kasbahs crossing Kalaat M'Gouna & Skoura valley. Short tour of Ouarzazate city upon arrival. Overnight: Ouarzazate Mileage: 350 km
Day 10: Quarzazate to Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
A low sun illuminates Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou in Morocco, with snow-covered mountains in the background Departure to Marrakech. Optional lunch in restaurant. Afternoon free at leisure or optional excursions. Dinner and overnight in hotel. Overnight: Marrakech Mileage: 220 km
Day 11: Marrakech Departure
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast Transfer with assistance to Marrakech Menara airport for departure. End of our services. Overnight: N/A
