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The Best of Morocco
9 days, Casablanca to Marrakech
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See what this country, where the Sahara meets the sea is all about, and embark on a trip that explores some of Morocco’s most fascinating sights. Experience the exotic feel that has lured travellers here for centuries as you wander through the narrow, winding lanes of the medinas. Feast your eyes on the vibrant colours of Morocco’s spice markets up close, and admire the bustling cities of Fez and Marrakech. Then, leave behind the noise and people to traverse the desert on a 4x4 excursion to meet artists and nomads of this North African nation.
9 days
Casablanca to Marrakech
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: DCMJ
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary Notes
Please note that if you are travelling to Morocco between November and February, your tour will have a level of flexibility based off of winter weather conditions on roads in the mountains. Heavy snow is not uncommon, so plan on packing warmer clothing to suit conditions.
Itinerary
Day 1Casablanca
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Casablanca to Fez
Tour two UNESCO World Heritage sites today; Meknès and Volubilis. The medieval remains of Meknès were once Morocco’s imperial capital city in the 17th century and Volubilis features impressive, well-preserved Roman ruins to wander through. Afterwards, travel to Fez and eat lunch at a G Adventures–supported women’s cooperative. The proceeds help support vocational training for rural women.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 3Fez
Take a walking tour of the medina of Fez, which is another World Heritage site dating back to the 9th century. Pass by colourful mounds of spices, pay a visit to the Madrasa al-Attarine, and pass by the longest continually operating university in the world.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 4Fez to Merzouga
Rise early and travel over the Middle Atlas Mountains to the legendary Sahara. Check an item off those adventure lists as you spend the night on the edge of the dunes in a kasbah-style hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Merzouga/Tinghir
Set out to tour the Sahara on a 4x4 excursion and visit the village of Khamliya. Learn about the history of Gnaoua music and experience a performance by local musicians. Afterwards, share tea with the Amazigh (Berber) nomads and then continue on to Tinghir.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Tinghir/Ouarzazate
Admire the dramatic rock formations of the Dades Gorge then continue to the maze-like Taourirt Kasbah for photos. Today’s journey ends in Ouarzazate where you can choose to learn from a local herbalist.
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BreakfastDay 7Ouarzazate/Marrakech
Continue along high mountain roads stopping at the ancient fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou on the way to Marrakech. Enjoy free time for the rest of the day and wander this diverse city, searching for hidden neighbourhoods and food spots as you go.
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BreakfastDay 8Marrakech
It’s time to learn how to cook with spices the Moroccan way in this hands-on cooking class in a historic riad. After indulging in your finished product for lunch, spend some more time getting to know Marrakech. From fortune tellers to acrobats there will be no shortage of sights to see.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 9Marrakech
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: AFER Association Community Lunch, Meknès
- Arrival transfer
- Guided city tour of Meknès including the ancient granaries and stables of Moulay Ismail and Bab Mansour
- Guided tour of Volubilis including visit to Roman ruins
- Guided walking tour of the Fès medina including artisans' quarters and Fès tannery
- Dades Gorge walk
- Visit Taourirt kasbah and take a tour of Aït Ben Haddou kasbah
- Enjoy free time to explore Marrakech
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (8 nts).
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD255-335 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private air-con minivan/coach, 4x4 vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.