Casablanca, Meknes, Fes, Midlet, Dades, Ait Ben Haddou, Imlil, Essaouira, Marrakech
Min Persons Required:
4
Step into a world steeped in culture and laced with intrinsic beauty. Tour Morocco and be transported to a time and place where art and culture collide. Begin your tour in the city of Casablanca where you'll bask in the shimmering lights, rich culture and diversity that are reflected in every vibrant aspect of Morocco. Continue your journey from Casablanca to spend two nights in a beautiful mountain village followed by an exhilarating hike shadowed by the majestic frame of Mt Toubkal. Take all the time you need to explore the many-varied landscapes of Morocco from snow-laden slopes to pristine deserts in what we assure you will answer every explorer's idea of the ideal adventure.
Itinerary
DAY 1 - Casablanca
Arrival and check in to your hotel.
Meals: All meals to your own expense
DAY 2 - Casablanca - Meknes
We take the morning train to Meknes and have a free afternoon to explore the old Imperial City and the bustling souqs. Approx. 3 ˝ hour train ride.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3 - Meknes - Fes
Free morning where you have the opportunity to visit the Roman ruins at Volubilis. In the afternoon we take the train to Fes. Approx. 1 hour trains ride.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4 - Fes
A full day to explore this remarkable city, in particular the old city of Fes El Bali.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5 - Fes - Midelt
We drive into the Middle Atlas where we stay in a small aubwerge situated on a charming fram with fruit trees and fields all around. The afternoon is free to relax by the pool, visit a small local Kasbah or hike through the surrounding countryside. Approx. 4-5 hours driving.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6 - Midlet - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
Drive to the magnificent Todra Gorge, a steep sided chasm that cuts through the mountains. Later we continue to the Dades Valley. Approx. 6-7 hours driving.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
DAY 7 - Dades Gorge
We have a full day to explore the Dades Velley and Gorge on foot. There are stunning rock formations as well as a quiet river valley and picturesque palmeries.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
DAY 8 - Dades - Ait Ben Haddou
Drive via the desert city of Quarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most impressive collections of Kasbahs on Morocco. We spend the night in a simple auberge nearby. Approx. 3-4 hours drive.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9 - Ait Ben Haddou - Imlil
We cross the highest paved road in Morocco, leading to Marrakech. Then head for the small village of Imlil, our gateway to the High Atlas and Toubkal Massif. From Imlil we continue on foot to the village house that will be our hiking base. The views in this area are superb. Approx. 6 hours drive.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 10 - High Atlas Hiking
We spend the day hiking with our local guide along stunning mountain trails in the shadow of Mt Toubkal.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 11 - Imlil - Essaouira
Leave the mountains and head to the coast and the 18th century Portuguese port of Essaouira. Weather permitting we take a spectacular route across the mountains. Approx. 4-5 hours driving.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12 - Essaouira
A free day. Explore the narrow alleys, stroll down to the fishing port to sample some of the local seafood or find a quiet spot on the beach. You may like to take a sunset camel ride along the beach to the 'castle in the sand'.
Meals: No meals included
DAY 13 - Essaouira - Marrakech
We take the bus back to Marrakech where we spend two nights in a simple hotel in the heart of the medina. Approx. 2-3 hours drive.
Meals: No meals included
DAY 14 - Marrakech
Marrakech is Moroccos most exotic city and we have a full day to explore. Haggle for souvenirs in the souq, explore the network of narrow alleyways of the old city, or relax with a cup of tea in a shaded café.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15 - Marrakech
The tour ends today after breakfast.
Meals: Breakfast
Includes
Fully equipped vehicle, private bus, 4x4 vehicle, domestic flights, services of tour leader, all accommodation, all boat transfers. Please note that due to limited facilities, chalet and lodge accommodation may be on a sharing basis. Breakfast (B), lunch (L) and dinner (D) as per the itinerary above. All other meals not shown will be to the clients account.
Excludes
International Airfares, travel and medical insurance, personal spending money, visas, passports, vaccinations, personal taxes (including departure and border taxes) all optional activities, unscheduled or optional national / game parks, entrance fees and other activities, gratuities, restaurant meals and drinks, and all other items of a personal nature.
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