6 days tour from Marrakech through the Sahara Fes and Casablanca.
6 days tour from Marrakech through the Sahara Fes and Casablanca.
$750
Tour Overview
Morocco has seen a long history of: Berbers, Roman invasions, Islamic conquests and European colonization, all of which have left their mark on its food, architecture and traditions. Explore the medieval alleys of Fez, the cyclopean mosque of Casablanca, the whims of Marrakech, the casbahs of Unesco in Ouarzazate, the palm oases and an unforgettable night in the desert under the stars, camel ride; the smell of orange blossom and the kaleidoscope of rugs, scarves and leather in tanneries. The Atlas Mountains, dotted with tiny villages and the big dunes of the desert Sahara. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakesh – Tizi-N-Tichka Pass – Ouarzazatte – Dades Gorge
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge, Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your private tour kicks off with a view of the Atlas Mountains as we snake through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, famous on the big screen for films like the Gladiator and the famous HBO series Game of Thrones. We’ll then continue to Ouarzazatte to visit Atlas Film Studios and a Kasbah located in the city and later towards valley of Roses, famous for its annual Festival of roses. Then, we’ll drive to Dades Gorges where we spend this night in a hotel with a complimentary dinner and breakfast. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge – Rissani – Merzouga Desert
Location: Merzouga
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Here, we’ll continue our tour by 4×4 and visit to Todra Gorge, a colourful narrow canyon famous to outdoor lovers. Then we’ll drive through The Ziz Valley to reach Erfoud, an oasis town known as the gate to the Sahara desert and recognised for its unique fossils. There we can visit a local factory which produces artisans and house decor made from fossils, there is also a local shop where you may purchase such items as souvenirs. From there we’ll continue to Rissani, where we’ll visit the local souk and then drive towards the desert to reach Merzouga. Arriving at a checkpoint we leave the vehicle and begin our camel ride into the desert dunes, accompanied by experienced guides, arriving at the Merzouga Desert Camp where we’ll stay overnight in Berber tents. This spectacular night will be rendered unforgettable with a unique and traditional starlit Berber dinner topped off by tribal music around a desert campfire.
Day 3 : Merzouga Desert
Location: Merzouga
Accommodation: Hotel, Camp, Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day will be spent exploring the Merzouga desert. You’ll get a chance to “do your own thing”, with the option of camel trekking, or exploring via the comfort of a 4×4. We’ll also visit the Khamlia village famous for its traditional music. We simply can’t miss the opportunity of appreciating the sunset behind the dunes of the bewildering Sahara desert. Our night will be topped off with local music and traditional Berber food around a campfire.
Day 4 : Merzouga – Midelt – Fes
Location: Fes
Accommodation: Hotel, Riad
Accommodation Name: Riad Lalla Zobida or Riad Ahlam
Meals Included: Breakfast
After fetching an early start to watch the sunrise in the desert, we’ll ride camelback to a nearby local hotel where you’ll get a chance to freshen up. After breakfast, at the hotel, we’ll drive through Rissani and Erfoud until we reach Midelt in the Atlas Mountains. There, we can stop for lunch before driving to Fes where we’ll stay overnight in local hotel.
Day 5 : Fes – Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We’ll start the day exploring the oldest city in Morocco, snaking through its alleys and narrow streets. Fes consists of three distinct parts; Fes el Bali (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) being the oldest of the three with more than 9000 narrow streets and alleys fortified by a large wall, Fes-Jdid “new Fez” (home of the Jewish quarter) and the “Ville Nouvelle”, the newest sector of Fez created during the French occupation. Later in the day we’ll drive to Rabat and then Casablanca. We’ll also visit the Tanneries, the Attarine museum and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch you’ll visit many cooperatives and then, experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes before driving to Casablanca where we’ll spend the night.
Day 6 : Casablanca – Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we visit the main attractions and monuments of Casablanca, including Hassan II Mosque, before ending our tour in Marrakech.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
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Accommodation
All accommodations are included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Pick up service from the airport or from your accommodation in Marrakech
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Meals – Half Board
Breakfasts + Dinners in Dades, Merzouga + one lunch in Merzouga
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Breakfasts + Dinners in Dades, Merzouga + one lunch in Merzouga
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Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel each)
What's Not Included
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International Travel
Entree flights tickets to and from your homeland Anything not mentioned in the program fees Personal expenses
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Entrance Fees
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour is 100 per cent guaranteed no matter what the number of passengers
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes, all the tour details will be sent in advance to our quests including the names of the accommodations
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Is There any Dress Code for Women Visiting Morocco?
No. You may wear whatever you feel comfortable in, we only have one exception on tours of the Mosque like Hassan II. To enter you would need to dress conservatively as you would in a church (no shorts, tanks tops, etc.).
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Is Morocco a Safe Destination?
Morocco has one of the lowest crime rates in the world and, compared to the US and Europe, is considered a very safe destination. Moroccan people are known for their hospitality and they will make you feel very welcomed, for more information on the topic contact us and we’ll provide you with some personal single-traveler experiences. ...more ...less
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What currencies can I exchange in Morocco?
US Dollars, Sterling and Euros are readily exchangeable. We recommend you take a mixture of cash and credit cards. Scottish banknotes and Australian dollar traveller's cheques and cash are NOT normally accepted in Morocco.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
The dates can be change 10 times if needed 30 dyas before the depature date.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Morocco Private Tours has been operating since 2012
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The form of the meeting at the airport, where?
With accurate information on the schedule of your arrival, our guide and our driver await you at the customs exit at the airport, with a sign with your name and first name. It’s always easy, this appointment. In case of concern, you can contact us by phone with our contact information noted in our emails. We are always at your disposal 24 hours a day
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6 days tour from Marrakech through the Sahara Fes and Casablanca.
6 Days Starting and ending in Marrakesh, Morocco
Visiting: Marrakesh, Merzouga, Fes, Casablanca
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MPT 17
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
6-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
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