Tour Inclusions

12 Nights
22 Meals 12 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 7 Dinners
Hotel
Driver
Tour Leader

Majestic Morocco

13 days
Morocco
Max 18 Passengers

Overview

Kasbahs rising out of the desert, legendary mountain passes and ancient cities brimming with a thousand-and-one sights. This tour will take you on a magic carpet ride through magnificent Morocco, where adventurous days give way to Arabian nights.

Tour Starts/Ends
1 Overnight Stop
Day Stop

Tour Highlights

Spend the night amidst the dunes of the Sahara Desert at an authentic Berber camp – complete with a traditional feast and local entertainment
Rest your head in a traditional riad for two nights in Fes
Learn how to cook a sumptuous Moroccan meal at a local women’s co-operative in Aït Benhaddou

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Tour Itinerary

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Day 1 - Casablanca (Morocco)
Once an old pirate lair on the Atlantic coast, the sophisticated city of Casablanca is where we’ll meet to begin our intoxicating journey through Morocco. Tonight, we’ll have the opportunity to get to know one another better over a delicious welcome meal at a local restaurant. Accommodation: Idou Anfa Hôtel (or similar)
- Meals
  - Dinner
Day 2 - Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes
After breakfast, we’ll hit the road to our first stop: Rabat, where we’ll see the marble Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the similarly spectacular Hassan Tower on a walking tour with a local guide. When we arrive in Meknes, the evening will be ours to explore at our leisure or relax back at our traditional accommodation. Accommodation: Riad Le Petit Ksar (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
Day 3 - Meknes – Moulay Idriss and Volubilis – Chefchaouen
This morning, we’ll enjoy a relaxed walking tour of this enchanting UNESCO World Heritage-listed city – winding up at the stunning Bab Mansour Gate. After we’ll make tracks for the pretty whitewashed town of Moulay Idriss where we’ll savour a traditional couscous lunch. Next up is historic Volubilis where a local guide will show us around the ruins of this once bustling Roman stronghold. We’ll then venture into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen – where we’ll spend the next two nights. Accommodation: Dar Echchaouen (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Lunch
Day 4 - Chefchaouen
Today, you’ll have an entire day to soak up this breathtaking city’s many delights. Chefchaouen is famed for its vibrant blue architecture which we’ll get a closer look at on a guided walk around the city’s medina with a local guide. As well as soaking up its winding alleyways and cobbled plazas, we’ll pause to sample some creamy local goat’s cheese. The afternoon is then yours to explore further – shop for locally-made souvenirs or find a coffee shop to watch the world go by in. Tonight, we’ll reconvene for a delicious homecooked meal and a tea demonstration at a local restaurant. Accommodation: Dar Echchaouen (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Dinner
Day 5 - Chefchaouen – Fes
Say goodbye to Chefchaouen as we continue our journey to Fes – a vibrant city that’s considered Morocco’s cultural and spiritual heart. Once we arrive, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore at your leisure. Enjoy some relaxation time at a local hammam (spa) or ask your Tour Leader for some personalised recommendations. Tonight, seek out a local eatery in Fes’ bustling medina before retiring for the night in a splendid local riad. Accommodation: Riad Sayeda Al Hora (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
Day 6 - Fes
First on the agenda today is a walking tour of Fes’ maze-like medina before we move on to a Moroccan must-see: a leather tannery. We will also visit a workshop that specialises in creating a range of local artisanal products, before having another free afternoon to explore Fes at our own pace. We recommend returning to the car-free medina and exploring the many colourful storefronts and medieval streets bursting with exotic food stands. Accommodation: Riad Sayeda Al Hora (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
Day 7 - Fes – Midelt - Erfoud
Today our path leads us out of the city and on a voyage through the striking, jagged landscapes of the Atlas Mountains, covering some distance as we go. We’ll pay a visit to Midelt; nestled in a valley, this golden-hued town offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding peaks. Afterwards, our scenic journey continues towards the welcoming oasis town of Erfoud, where we’ll enjoy dinner as a group at our hotel. Accommodation: Xaluca Hotel Arfoud (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Dinner
Day 8 - Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga
Our first stop of the day will be Rissani, where we’ll be treated to a walking tour of this historic town – once the site of the renowned desert capital Sijilmasa. Afterwards, we’ll swap the mini-coach for four-wheel drives and venture into the spectacular Sahara Desert where our camp just outside of Merzouga awaits. Tonight’s dinner will come in the traditional form of a Berber feast, complete with local entertainment. Accommodation: Golden Camp (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Dinner
Day 9 - Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Skoura
Rise early this morning to catch the mesmerising sunrise over the expanse of red dunes, before we set off on a day’s travel. First, we’ll make the picturesque journey to the dramatic Todra Gorge. After taking some time to explore the gorge at our own pace, we’ll make our way to our hotel in splendid Skoura – the so-called ‘Oasis of 1000 Palms’ – for the night. It’s situated a short drive from the fortified village of Aït Benhaddou: a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accommodation: Kasbah Aït Ben Damiette (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Dinner
Day 10 - Skoura
Today, we’ll kick off with a gentle guided walk through a shady palm grove. Your Tour Leader will reveal fascinating facts about Morocco’s traditional date farming practices, and you’ll have the chance to savour a light picnic lunch amidst the palms. Then, we’ll travel back in time at Skoura’s Kasbah Armidil – a 17th century fortress that’s been turned into a living museum. Tonight, we’ll share stories of the day over an included group dinner at our hotel. Accommodation: Kasbah Aït Ben Damiette (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Lunch
  - Dinner
Day 11 - Skoura – Aït Benhaddou – Marrakech
We’ll leave Skoura behind and travel onwards to Aït Benhaddou where we’ll learn how to make the perfect tagine at a riverside teahouse run by the Tawesna Association – an all-women co-operative. After getting lost in Aït Benhaddou’s Kasbah with a local guide, we’ll move onwards to Marrakech via the awe-inspiring Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass. Accommodation: Hotel 2 Ciels (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Lunch
Day 12 - Marrakech
Before we say our final goodbyes, we’ll enjoy a sightseeing tour of the ‘Red City’ – where we’ll have the chance to view the incredible Bahia Palace. Tonight, we’ll come together to toast the end of our adventure with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. What an incredible journey we’ve had! Accommodation: Hotel 2 Ciels (or similar)
- Meals
  - Breakfast
  - Dinner
Day 13 - Marrakech
After one final breakfast together at our hotel, we’ll conclude our tour and part ways.
- Meals
  - Breakfast

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

- 12 nights in hand-picked accommodation

The Crew

- Experienced Tour Leader and Driver

Transport

- Premium mini-coach transportation

Reviews

38 reviews

Reviews Rating

30th October 2024
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It was fantastic. Our Director, local guides, and what we visited and saw were great.
27th October 2024
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The tour was excellent , even though the quality of some of the Riads was variable . Our guid, Ibrahim was very organised & took time to pay attention to the individual needs of group members. I would have liked the Roman ruins at Vboulis to have been included in the itinerary.
26th October 2024
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This was an amazing tour in Morocco.! The guide was very knowledgeable and took care of us if we needed banking, pharmacy etc. The scenery was spectacular across the country, from ocean view to rolling hills, batholiths, plateaus and mountain ranges and of course the beautiful sand dunes of the Saharah desert. The culture and history were very interesting and the people, friendly. Accommodations were fantastic and diverse, from a palace in Fes to a tent camp in the desert and everything in between. The camel ride and 4×4 in the desert, so much fun. Thankyou for an exotic tour of Morocco. Thank you for giving us some amazing memories!