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Journeys: Morocco Highlights
9 days, Casablanca to Marrakech
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From atop towering Moroccan dunes, peer across the sands to watch the sun rise over another North African day. Experience such highlights during a nine-day adventure to the country’s top spots. Discover the fresh cedar forests of the Atlas Mountains, meander the winding lanes of old Marrakech, and explore the dunes of the desert. Meet musicians, Amazigh (also known as Berbers), and artisans, and soak up the exotic beauty of Morocco.
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Trip Code: DCMNG
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Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.
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 several departures in 2025 will spend the night of day 5 in Dades Gorge instead of in Tinghir. No changes will be made to the activities or inclusions, see the Important Notes of the Tour Details for more information.
Itinerary
Day 1Casablanca
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Casablanca/Fès
Drive to the imperial city of Meknès for a guided tour of some of its fascinating sites. Continue on to the ruins of Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman ruins in Morocco. After the ruins it’s off to Fès.
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BreakfastDay 3Fès
Step back in time and embark on a walking tour of a UNESCO World Heritage Site — the Medina of Fès. Explore winding lanes and alleys to visit the many artisans, tanneries, and shops with an expert local guide. After, enjoy a G Adventures-supported traditional tagine lunch at a cooperative that benefits rural Moroccan women and children. This evening, opt to have dinner and entertainment at a historic riad.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 4Fès/Merzouga
Travel through the Middle Atlas mountains to the Sahara Desert, overnighting in a kasbah-style desert hotel at the edge of the dunes.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Merzouga/Tinghir
Explore the Sahara on a thrilling 4x4 dunes tour. Visit the village of Khamliya where you will meet Gnaoua musicians and learn about the history of their music in the Sahara before enjoying a performance. Later, visit local nomads to learn about nomadic life over cups of mint tea in one of their homes. Return to our Auberge then transfer to Tinghir for the evening.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Tinghir/Ouarzazate
Visit Dades Valley then continue along the “Route of 1,000 Kasbahs” with an included visit to Kasbah Taourit. Opt to visit an Amazigh herbalist in Ouarzazate.
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BreakfastDay 7Ouarzazate/Marrakech
Visit Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then continue to Marrakech. Take some free time to wander this incredible city. Opt to take a historical tour, visit the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, or wander the souks and shops.
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BreakfastDay 8Marrakech
Visit a historic riad for a hands-on cooking class from a master Moroccan chef and enjoy the lunch that you have prepared. Later this afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Marrakech or visit the bustling markets.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 9Marrakech
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Sahara Dunes & Culture Excursion, Merzouga
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Moroccan Foodie Experience, Marrakech
- 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
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