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10 days

Embark on an exhilarating 10-day journey from Tangier, where your adventure begins. Discover the vibrant city of Casablanca, explore the elegant capital of Rabat, delve into the rich history of Fes, marvel at the breathtaking Ait Benhaddou, and spend a night under the stars in the enchanting Sahara. Conclude your journey with the vibrant charm and wonders of Marrakech.

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Tour Overview

Duration

10 days

Starts

Tangier

Ends

Casablanca

Range

Signature

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 24

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Fridays & Sundays

Hotel Rating

4 star hotels & traditional riads

Countries

Morocco

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 9, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 3
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$2,625.00
CAD$2,231.25
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Final payment
CAD$1,000.00
$3,462.50

Tour Highlights

Tangier - Begin your Moroccan adventure in this important seafront trading town, an important port between Europe and Africa
Marrakech - Wander around the buzzing UNESCO-listed medina and explore vibrant Djemaa el Fna
Casablanca - Explore Morocco's largest and perhaps most famous city and visit the beautiful Hassan II Mosque
Rabat - Take a guided tour of Morocco's capital city, and visit the Chellah necropolis and Royal Palace
Meknes - Discover the imperial city, known by many travellers and locals as the 'Versailles of Morocco'
Volubilis - Marvel at some of Morocco's best and most famous Roman ruins
Fes - Discover the oldest medieval city in the world and visit its dye pits and tanneries
Sahara Desert - Ride a camel or jeep into the Erg Chebbi sand dunes and star gaze the Sahara skies
Todra Gorge - Admire the towering red canyon, which changes colour as the sun moves from east to west
Ait Benhaddou - Delve into the narrow streets of this ancient fortified kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Included

Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal at our Sahara camp
8 nights 3-4 star hotels and traditional riads. 1 night simple accommodation at Sahara Desert camp (hotel alternative available)
Al Boraq high-speed Train Ticket from Tangier to Casablanca
Guided sightseeing - Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Ait Benhaddou and Marrakech
Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert
Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide
Specialist guides in some cities
Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 10
All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome

Welcome! Upon arrival at Tangier Airport or Tangier city Port (Tangier-Ville) you’ll be met and transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight: Tangier

Day 2 - Tangier to Casablanca

Tangier - Casablanca. This morning, enjoy breakfast before boarding the high-speed Al Boraq train to Casablanca. The journey will take approximately 2 hours, with speeds reaching up to 300 km/h.

Arrive in Casablanca for an overnight stay, with your guide accompanying you throughout the transfer and train journey to ensure a smooth start to your trip. The afternoon will be at leisure, allowing you to explore or relax as you wish.

Overnight: Casablanca
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Marrakech City Tour

Casablanca - Marrakech. This morning after breakfast we head to Marrakech to meet the rest of the group before embarking on a guided city tour of Marrakech. Inside the rose coloured medina walls is a tangle of winding streets and alleys that open onto verdant gardens and bustling souks. At the heart of the medina is Djemaa El Fna, the city's exuberant market place and towering over it, is the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the tallest building in the city.

Overnight: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Ait Benhaddou - UNESCO World Heritage Listed

Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate. Departing the city this morning we travel across the plains of haouz and reach the great High Atlas mountains. Climbing over the pass of Tizi n Tichka, we stop for lunch and then continue onwards with great views over the Mountains and valleys to Ait Benhaddou. This incredible ancient fortified Kasbah was built for defence purposes high on a hill and is a stunningly well preserved medieval city which has famously featured in many blockbuster movies, including Gladiator and Laurence of Arabia as its beauty is unequal to any other fortified kasbah in south Morocco. Carrying on we continue south to the Hollywood of North Africa – Ouarzazate (pronounced war-zazat). Ouarzazate is famous for being the filming location for many other Hollywood blockbusters and famous TV shows including James Bond – The Living Daylights, The Mummy and more recently Game of Thrones.

Overnight: Ouarzazate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Camel trek into the Sahara

Ouarzazate - Todra Gorge - Merzouga (Sahara). This morning we begin our journey into the Sahara with a medley of palm trees, rose fields and magnificent gorges. Travelling from Ouarzazate, there is a possibility of visiting the kasbah Amherdhil in Skoura before seeing the rose fields and reaching scenic Todra Gorge. Surrounded by towering vertical limestone cliffs reaching heights of 1000ft, it is known as Morocco’s Grand Canyon. The charm of Todra lies in its changing colours as the sun slowly moves from east to west. After time to wander through Todra we hit the road again for Merzhouga – our base before we head into the Sahara. Depending on the time of year, spend the afternoon relaxing and swimming before climbing aboard our camels for an incredible trek into the Sahara Desert to watch a beautiful sunset and spend the night at our remote Berber Camp, nestled amongst the dunes of Erg Chebbi. We enjoy local food, music and an amazing night camping in the Sahara. If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost.

If you would prefer the comfort of a hotel with en-suite facilities this evening, opt for our Sahara hotel alternative at no additional cost. Please do let us know your preferred option at the time of booking.

Overnight: Berber Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Fes

Merzouga (Sahara) - Fes. Departing early, we climb back on our camels disembarking for a truly stunning sunrise. After freshening up and breakfast in Merzouga we’re back on the road heading for Fes. It’s a long drive today however there is a lot to see on the way. We’ll pass through cedar forests full of Barbary Macaque monkeys on our way through the Moyen Atlas mountains. Just before Fes we stop at Ifrane – a beautiful town often likened to a Swiss Alpine resort. Along the way we also start to see our first glimpse of Morocco’s nomadic Berbers – travelling across the mountains and often staying in make shift tents as they head to their next destination. We arrive into Fes in the early evening.

Overnight: Fes
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 - UNESCO listed Fes el Bali, dye-pits & tanneries

Fes is the oldest and largest medieval city in the world and its medina is a cacophony of aromas, sights and sounds. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Fes el Bali - the old walled city. This fascinating medina is a veritable rabbit warren of 9400 alleys that often finish with dead ends – so be sure to stay close to the group! We also visit the dye-pits and tanneries before lunch in the medina. The remainder of the day is at leisure – why not take part in an optional Tagine Making Class or a night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town (both payable locally).

Overnight: Fes
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Volubilis & Meknes

Fes - Volubilis - Meknes - Rabat. Departing Fes this morning we visit the fascinating UNESCO listed Roman ruins of Volubilis, which date back to AD40. Continuing on we stop at the Imperial City of Meknes, which became known as the Versailles of Morocco due to its impressive buildings and elaborate monuments. After lunch and some free time our final stop of the day is Rabat – Morocco’s capital where we overnight.

Overnight: Rabat
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Rabat & Casablanca

Rabat - Casablanca. This morning we take a guided tour of Rabat and visit some of the capital’s highlights, including the impressive Chellah - a necropolis and complex of ancient, medieval ruins, the Royal Palace and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After lunch we continue to Casablanca where we visit the Hassan II Mosque, which has the tallest minaret and is the third largest mosque in the world - it can hold 25,000 worshippers at any one time. After our visit to the mosque we say goodbye to our fellow passengers continuing on to Marrakech and check in to our hotel in Casablanca.

Overnight: Casablanca
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 - Our amazing tour ends

Casablanca - Our amazing tour of Morocco ends today after hotel check out. An included onward departure transfer to airport will be provided.

Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accommodation Casablanca (From price)

Double

$135per passenger

Twin

$135per passenger

Single

$205per passenger

Pre Tour Accommodation Tangier (From Price)

Double

$115per passenger

Twin

$115per passenger

Single

$195per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

The sun begins to set over the twinkling lights of Djemaa el Fna | Marrakech | Morocco
End in Marrakech

Prefer to end your tour in Marrakech?

$135

per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Hotel Odyssee Center
Casablanca

Situated in the heart of Casablanca, Hotel Odyssee Center combines contemporary elegance with Moroccan flair. Residing between the bustling city centre and the picturesque coastline, the hotel features sleek, modern décor infused with traditional touches. The comfortable guest rooms are well-appointed with all the modern conveniences and offer views of the vibrant cityscape. With a boutique and concept store, a chic restaurant offering a blend of local and international cuisine, and an elegant bar and cigar lounge, guests have a variety of options to unwind. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre, for guests looking to keep up with their fitness regime.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hotel Club Val D’Anfa
Casablanca

Located between the sea and Anfa mount, Hotel Club Val d’Anfa is in one of the most prestigious residential districts of Casablanca. Combining warm colours, ceramic tiles and fine wood, the interior decor was inspired by Amazigh art. The attractive guest rooms contain all the modern amenities needed for your stay and face either the sea, hotel gardens or the Casablanca Corniche. Boasting three restaurants, two bars, a fitness centre, spa and pool - there's certainly plenty to keep guests entertained.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Adam Park Hotel & Spa
Marrakech

Guests can expect a very comfortable stay at the Adam Park Hotel & Spa. Each of the elegant rooms feature a patio or balcony with views of the surrounding area. Guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining. Several restaurants offer a variety of options including Italian specialities, Moroccan favourites and international cuisine. There are also plenty of ways to unwind after a day exploring Marrakech, with an outdoor pool, fitness centre and a spa offering rejuvenating massage treatments.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Ksar Ben Youssef
Ouarzazate

Ksar Ben Youssef is a newly built, traditional hotel located just 5kms from the centre of Ouarzazate. Offering 18 spacious air-conditioned rooms, with a variety of bedding configurations. Its large pool, overlooked by a rooftop terrace with shady nooks, is the perfect respite from the desert heat. Guests can enjoy a buffet style breakfast from the on-site restaurant or dine on one of the many terraces.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Standard Riad
Dar Amoudou
Ouarzazate

Nestled in the heights of Ouarzazate's old district of Ait kdif, Dar Amoudou is a guest house with nine traditional styled rooms that offer all the modern comforts of a luxury hotel including; air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, satellite channels and of course, en-suite facilities. Offering breathtaking views of Ouarzazate and the Atlas Mountains, the attractive terrace is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the magical surroundings, whilst also enjoying traditional Moroccan cuisine.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Standard Riad
Camp Touareg
Merzouga

Set amongst the bright orange dunes of Erg Chebbi, Touareg Berber camp is designed with a traditional Moroccan theme. Tents are simply furnished with metal framed double, twin or triple beds. All bedding is provided including a pillow, sheets and a blanket (more blankets in winter). A Moroccan rug on the floor and solar generated electricity (after night fall). The camp has two toilet blocks and a large dining tent. Camping out in the desert is an incredible experience. Watch the sunset over the dunes, enjoy simple but tasty Moroccan cuisine and spend the evening by the camp fire, under a spectacular star filled sky.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Desert Camp
Hotel Atlas Saiss Fes
Fes

Hotel Atlas Saiss Fes is a popular 4 star hotel, conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from Nouvelle Ville. The hotel offers spacious and comfortable guest rooms, equipped with free WiFi, flat screen TVs, air conditioning and en suite bathrooms. Facilities include a restaurant, 24 hour room service and a sauna (at an additional cost). Start the day with a generous continental breakfast before heading out to explore the enchanting imperial city of Fes. After a busy day, relax on the hotel terrace, enjoy a tasty meal at the restaurant or rejuvenate in the sauna.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Riad Dar Alia
Rabat

Boasting a fantastic location, just a short walk from the entrance to the Kasbah of the Udayas, Riad Dar Alia is wonderful choice for a stay in the capital. It offers a number of uniquely decorated rooms in a traditional Moroccan style. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and a restaurant serves a variety of Moroccan specialities.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Standard Riad
Riad Dar Zouhour
Rabat

Riad Zouhour has been recently and lovingly restored in a charming and traditional style. Located in the Medina District of Rabat, and just a two-minute walk to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Kasbah of the Udayas; the Hassan Tower Mosque and Royal Palace of Rabat are also within easy walking proximity to the riad. Its rooms are quiet and comfortable, and you can enjoy some R&R in the hamman after a busy day exploring, or just sit and relax on the sun terrace and patio.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Standard Riad

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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