Start Casablanca, Morocco
Finish Marrakech, Morocco
Destination Morocco
Group size Min 1, Max 12
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Start Casablanca, Morocco
Finish Marrakech, Morocco
Destination Morocco
Group size Min 1, Max 12
Style Premium
Theme Explorer
Itinerary
This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2023 to 31 December 2023.
Accommodation
- Idou Anfa Hotel & Spa or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Casablanca – Welcome Dinner
Optional Activities
- Casablanca – The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure – MAD948
- Casablanca – Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) – Free
- Casablanca – Jewish Museum (entrance fee) – MAD50
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
This morning you’ll visit one of Casablanca’s most impressive sites: the Mosque of Hassan II. Second only in size to the great mosque at Mecca, it is one of the only religious sites here that’s open to non-Muslims. Drive to Meknes to visit Mausoleum Moulay Ismail, where the 17th-century sultan who made Meknes his capital is laid to rest. Continue to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, where a local guide will help you imagine the bustling city that once was. Enjoy a picnic of fresh bread, cheese, fruits and olives from the market. Travel to Fes and settle in at Riad Salam, a beautiful oasis in the heart of the medina – your Feature Stay for the next two nights. This evening you’ll be welcomed into a local family’s home for dinner. Learn how the Moroccan pie pastilla is made as you chat with your friendly hosts about life in Fes.Accommodation
- Hotel Odyssee Center or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Casablanca – Welcome Dinner
Optional Activities
- Casablanca – Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) – Free
- Casablanca – Jewish Museum (entrance fee) – MAD50
- Casablanca – The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure – MAD948
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
Accommodation
- Riad Salam Fes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Casablanca – Hassan II Mosque
- Volubilis – Picnic Lunch
- Fes – Home-cooked Pastilla Dinner
- Volubilis – Entrance and guided tour
- Meknes – Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Today’s total driving time is approximately 4.5 hours.Accommodation
- Idou Anfa Hotel & Spa or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Casablanca – Welcome Dinner
Optional Activities
- Casablanca – The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure – MAD948
- Casablanca – Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) – Free
- Casablanca – Jewish Museum (entrance fee) – MAD50
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
Medieval Fes was one of the world’s great centres of education and culture, both Islamic and Jewish. Its religious institutions and libraries are legendary, its mosques of great renown. The group will get a closer look at some of this history with visits to the ornate inner courtyards of centuries-old Islamic school El-Attarine Madrasa and Funduq al-Najjarin, a splendid 18th-century inn.
Accommodation
- Riad Salam Fes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Fes – Funduq al-Najjarin
- Fes – Medersa El Attarine
- Fes – Medina walking tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today’s experience will include shopping in carefully selected places. As the receipt of commissions or kickbacks in exchange for recommending shops, services or activities is ingrained in the culture of the Moroccan tourism industry, Intrepid has established a centralised system of receiving and distributing payments from these recommended suppliers. For more information on this please refer to the Important Notes section of Essential Trip Information or talk to your tour leader on the ground.
If you are not interested in shopping experience, you need to advise your tour leader about it beforehand. It is possible for you to have a free time during the tour; however, it will be impossible to set a meeting point inside the medina due to the fact it is so complicated to navigate. If you decide to leave the group, you will only be able to meet back with them in your hotel in Fes.
Accommodation
- Hotel Xaluca Erfoud or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Today’s total driving time is approximately 7 hours.
Accommodation
- Sahara Sunny luxury camp or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Khemliya – Medfouna cooking demonstration
- Sahara Desert – Camel ride
- Sahara Desert – Amazigh dinner with Gnaoua music
- Khemliya – Village walking tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The camel rides on Days 8 and 9 are a romantic way to see the Sahara, but if you’d prefer, it’s possible to be driven to and from the camp. Please let your booking agent know if you would prefer not to do the camel rides.
Accommodation
- Kasbah Sawadi or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Todra Gorge – Home-cooked Lunch
- Todra Gorge – Hike
- Sahara Desert – Camel ride
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Today’s total driving time is approximately 6 hours.
Accommodation
- Kasbah Sawadi or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Skoura – Kasbah Amridil
- Skoura – Palm grove walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Depart Skoura and travel to Ait Benhaddou – a hilltop site almost unchanged since the 11th century. Its kasbah is one of the most beautiful in Morocco and the fortified village is a fine example of clay architecture. You may recognise the site from films and TV shows such as Lawrence of Arabia, Game of Thrones and Gladiator. Explore the Old Town, heading up to the top of the hill for some scenic views. Afterwards, visit Tawesna – a riverside teahouse – for a tasty lunch including freshly made Amazigh bread, soup, Moroccan sweets and mint tea. This community-run establishment provides women with a small income to support themselves and their children. They use natural ingredients sourced from local cooperatives to prepare tea and pastries, taking great pride in sharing their stories and giving visitors an authentic Amazigh experience. Afterwards, traverse the winding mountain pass of Tizi Ni Tichka to reach Imlil, a small village at the base of Mount Toubkal – the highest peak in North Africa.
Accommodation
- Riad Oussagou or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Riad Nesma or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Marrakech – Medina walking tour
- Marrakech – Palais Bahia
- Marrakech – Fresh orange juice tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today’s total driving time is approximately 1.5 hours.
Accommodation
- Riad Nesma or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Marrakech – Asni & Ouirgane day trip with lunch – MAD1806
- Marrakech – Imlil & Aroumd day trip – MAD1817
- Marrakech – Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch – MAD2000
- Marrakech – Hot Air Balloon Ride – MAD2050
- Marrakech – Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. – MAD640
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Riad Dar l’Oussia or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Essaouira – Seafood Market Lunch
- Essaouira – Leader-led orientation walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
As this is a combination trip, the travellers in your group and your group leader are likely to change today. On Day 11 your leader will let you know what time you will depart for Essaouira and what to expect on this section of your trip. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have and will be on hand to ensure your smooth departure today. Today’s driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Accommodation
- Riad Dar l’Oussia or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Essaouira – Horse Riding – MAD250
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- 2Ciels Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today’s driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Optional Activities
- Marrakech – Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch – MAD2000
- Marrakech – Imlil & Aroumd day trip – MAD1817
- Marrakech – Hot Air Balloon Ride – MAD2050
- Marrakech – Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. – MAD640
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Inclusions
Private vehicle
Plane
Riverboat
Felucca
Comfortable hotel (8 nights)
Feature Stay (2 nights)
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Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Casablanca - Welcome Dinner
- Casablanca - Hassan II Mosque
- Rabat - Kasbah des Oudaias
- Rabat - Hassan Tower
- Rabat - Mausoleum Mohammed V
- Meknes - Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
- Volubilis - Picnic Lunch
- Volubilis - Entrance and guided tour
- Meknes - Medina walking tour
- Chefchaouen - Goat Cheese Tasting
- Chefchaouen - Medina walking tour
- Fes - Home-cooked Pastilla Dinner
- Fes - Medina walking tour
- Fes - Funduq al-Najjarin
- Fes - Medersa El Attarine
- Sahara Desert - Camel ride
- Khemliya - Village walking tour
- Khemliya - Medfouna cooking demonstration
- Sahara Desert - Amazigh dinner with Gnaoua music
- Todra Gorge - Hike
- Dades - Tea-making demonstration
- Dades - Hike
- Skoura - Kasbah and Oasis visit
- Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
- Ait Benhaddou - Lunch at Tawesna
- Tahnaout - Cooking class
- Marrakech - Medina walking tour
- Marrakech - Palais Bahia
- Marrakech - Fresh orange juice tasting
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
Why you'll love this trip
Dive into the Moroccan way of life as you travel with a local leader and guides, visit a typical home in Fes, meet the women of the Tawesna social enterprise in Ait Benhaddou and enjoy a bread making workshop with local women in Ourika.
Soak in sweeping views from the rooftop of your Feature Stay hotel in the heart of the Fes medina, offering incredible hospitality and beautiful, traditional touches in every corner.
Discover Morocco’s culinary wonders during Exclusive Experiences, including a traditional picnic at the ruins of Volubilis, medfouna demonstration in Khemliya, homemade pastilla dinner in Fes and Amazigh feast in the Sahara.
Marvel at Morocco’s iconic sights during visits to the ruins of Volubilis, the remarkable Sahara Desert, the timeless Ait Benhaddou, the tranquil oasis of Skoura and the bustling cities of Fes and Marrakech.
See a different side of Morocco in Essaouira when you explore mellow markets, relax on golden beaches and enjoy an Exclusive Experience – a freshly caught seafood lunch.
Is this trip right for you?
In 2023, it is expected Ramadan will take place from 22 March to 20 April. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
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Important notes
Travellers on Zidtravels trips that start on or before 31 December 2022 are required to produce proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Travel is always an adventure and, as destinations reopen, there are a few challenges as everyone gets back up to speed and adjusts to the new normal. Our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so pack your understanding and flexibility, sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.