14D Highlights of Morocco,
Casablanca to Marrakech
Casablanca, Rabat, Keknes, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Tineghir, Todgha Gorges, Dades, Gorges, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, Imlil, Aremd, Essaouira, Marrakech
USD $ 885 per person; local payment of EUR 250 per person
Tour prices DO NOT include international airfare & airport taxes.
The best of Morocco is encapsulated in this trip, which visits the Atlas Mountains, the stunning coast and remote desert regions. Famous Kasbahs, spicy markets and vibrant cities ensure this trip satisfies both the seasoned and novice traveller.
Highlights
• Tour of Rabat • Fes • Essaouira & Marrakech • Tour of Valubilis • Todgha Gorges • Hike in the Atlas Mountains
Itinerary
Day 01 / Arrive Casablanca
Arrive in Casablanca at any time.
Day 02 / Casablanca - Rabat - Meknès (B)
Explore Casablanca, including the exteriors of the Hassan II Mosque, and then travel on to Rabat for a guided visit of the exteriors of the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V mausoleum and the Oudayas Kasbah. Continue in the afternoon to Meknès to spend the night.
Day 03 / Meknès - Volubilis - Fès (B)
Explore Meknès at leisure in the morning, then travel to Volubilis for a guided visit. Continue on to Fès to explore this exceptional city.
Day 04 / Fès (B)
Enjoy a morning guided historical visit of Fès including the Medersa Bou Inania, the Nejjarine Fountain and the fascinating maze of alleyways of the medina. The afternoon is at leisure to explore this unforgettable city.
Day 05 / Fès-Merzouga (B,D)
A full day drive through the cedar and pine forests over the Middle Atlas mountains. Pass through the pre-desert country with its splendid palm groves before ending up in the sand dunes of the desert – all in one day!
Day 06 / Merzouga (B,D)
Full day exploration of the highest sand dunes in North Africa, up to 150m. Early evening departure on camel back to a Nomad camp for dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 07 / Merzouga-Tineghir-Todgha Gorges (B)
Head off to Tineghir for a visit of the town and a walk in the splendid palm groves, before driving to the Todgha Gorges for the evening.
Day 08 / Todgha Gorges - Dades Gorges - Ouarzazate - Aït Benhaddou (B)
Visit of the splendid Dadès Gorges and verdant Dadès Valley. After a stop in Ouarzazate head on to the village of Aït Benhaddou for a visit of the famous Kasbah, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.
Day 09 / Aït Benhaddou - Imlil - Aremd (B,D)
Leave the pre-desert country for the magnificent High Atlas mountain landscape, crossing at the Tizi n’ Tichka pass and into the splendid Toubkal National Park.
Day 10 / Aremd - Imlil - Essaouira (B)
Enjoy a walk from Aremd to Imlil before driving to Essaouira at mid-day. The afternoon is free to explore Essaouira’s romantic ambience, browse the shops and art galleries or take a stroll along the long, sandy beach.
Day 11 / Essaouira (B)
Sightsee in Essaouira including the Sqala, the Portuguese fortifications and the centuries old Medina.
Day 12 / Essaouira - Marrakesh (B)
Travel to Marrakesh in the afternoon and start the exploration of this exceptional city. One is beckoned by the scents and brilliant colours of the spice markets, the enticing sound of the musicians and acrobats and the delectable food.
Day 13 / Marrakesh (B)
Explore Marrakesh including the Koutoubia Minaret and gardens, the Bahia Palace, the Mellah and the Saadian Tombs. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the Souks and the famous Jemaa el Fna Square.
Day 14 / Depart Marrakesh
2008 Dates
- Jun 14 - 27
- Jun 21 - Jul 04
- Jun 28 - Jul 11
- Jul 05 - 18
- Jul 12 - 25
- Jul 19 - Aug 01
- Aug 02 -15
- Aug 09 -22
- Aug 30 - Sep 12
- Sep 06 - 19
- Sep 27 - Oct 10
- Oct 18 - 31
- Oct 25 - Nov 07
- Nov 22 - Dec 05
- Dec 13 - 26
- Dec 20 - Jan 02
- Dec 22 - Jan 04
- Dec 27 - Jan 09
Group Size
- Minimum 04, Maximum 15, Average 10
Group Leader
- Tour leader, driver, local guides
Accommodation
- Simple hotel (9 nights), auberge (2 nights), multishare gîte (1 night), nomad camp (1 night)
Transport
- Van/minibus (depends on group size)
Meals Included
- 13 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Meal Budget
- Allow USD $250 for meals not included
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