Morocco Encompassed 15 Days
Morocco Encompassed 15 Days
Morocco Encompassed 15 Days
15 Days Starting and ending in Marrakesh, Morocco
Visiting: Marrakesh, Hôtel El Andalous Lounges & Spa, Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque, Royal Palace of Rabat, Hassan Tower, Meknes, Chefchaouen, Chefchaouen Medina, Fes, Midelt, Middle Atlas, Sahara Desert Morocco, Todra River, Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Essaouira, Essaouira Citadel
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ME15
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
15-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal, Gluten free on request
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
If you are gearing up to explore all the beauty and wonders that Morocco has to offer, then this comprehensive 15-day Morocco tour will show you just that and more! This exciting Morocco Encompassed tour begins in alluring Marrakech and marches on to the fascinating city of Casablanca, one of the largest and most historical cities in Africa. This Nomadic holiday tour package gives you all the time you need to soak up and explore the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Volubilis along with an array of captivating stops including the famous blue city of Chefchaouen and the dazzling dye-pits & tanneries of Fes, that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime. With an extra day in Marrakesh compared to our 14-day Morocco tour adventure, you are sure to get to see more and get to experience more of the intriguing sights and wonders of Morocco. TO START THIS TOUR IN CASABLANCA, PLEASE SEE OUR MOROCCO ENCOMPASSED 14-DAY TOUR. You will also enjoy the opportunity to spend a unique and delightful evening in a genuine Berber camp along with the locals - a truly fascinating experience you should not miss. Another very special feature of this trip is the night of stargazing at the spectacular Geminids Meteor Shower. (December only). This Morocco adventure tour will end in Marrakech, a city all our group tours love to see, where you will have plenty of time to explore and marvel the depths of its majesty. Optional Activities • Guided city tour of Marrakech 3 hours (2-4 Pax 200 DH, 5-9 Pax 150 DH, 10 Pax 100 DH) • Bahia Palace Entry Fee (100 DH) • Hassan II Mosque (140 DH) • Hammam in Marrakech (prices from 150 DH) • Hot air balloon ride over the High Atlas Mountains (2000 DH) • Movie Studio visit in Ouarzazate (30 minutes = 80 DH) • Dinner and an evening’s entertainment in Fes (300 DH) • Rock climbing in Todra Gorge (1 hour = 300 DH) • Cooking classes in Essaouira (300 DH) • Quad biking in Essaouira AGE 16+ ONLY (2 hours = 590DH, 2 hours for 2 pax = 690DH) • Horse riding in Essaouira (1 hour = 250 DH, 2/3 hours = approx. 300 DH/390 DH approx. • Windsurfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx. 600 DH) • Surfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx. 350 DH) • Kayaking in Essaouira (2 hours = approx. 350 DH) • Kite surfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx. 700DH) (DH = MOROCCAN DIRHAM)
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh, Hôtel El Andalous Lounges & Spa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Morocco! Following your transfer from the airport to our joining hotel, you can relax by the hotel pool before the pre-departure meeting at 18:00 hrs. where you will meet your guide and fellow travellers. Overnight Marrakech (Dinner included).
Day 2 : Casablanca
Location: Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Diwan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
En-route this morning we travel up to Casablanca, made famous by Humphrey Bogart in the film “Casablanca”. We will have the option of visiting the stunning Hassan II Mosque, which has the tallest minaret and the third-largest mosque in the world, it can hold 25,000 worshippers at any one time.
Overnight Casablanca (Breakfast & dinner included).
*NB: Hassan Mosque tour is not available during Ramadan.
Day 3 : Meknes
Location: Royal Palace of Rabat, Hassan Tower, Meknes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Akouas
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we head straight to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city, where we will spend the morning visiting the Oudaia Kasbah, Hassan tower and the Royal palace.
After lunch, we will move on to the third of our Imperial cities, Meknes, to enjoy some free time.
Overnight Meknes (Breakfast included).
Note: From 2025 – no overnight stay in Meknes. Instead, we will stay 2 nights in Chefchaouen.
Day 4 : Chefchaouen
Location: Chefchaouen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will embark on a tour of the Roman ruins at Volubilis, the largest ancient site of Morocco. UNESCO-listed, the site dates back to AD40 and was once the city that ruled the entire Roman province of Mauritania.
We will then head on to Chefchaouen for a guided tour this afternoon. High up in the Rif mountains, Chefchaouen boasts a beautiful blue door and white-walled medina that was originally a Berber post.
The main square is the heart of Chefchaouen, with the Kasbah (built back in the 18th century), central mosque and cafes with authentic menus. The busy market is a mix of traditional Moroccan and tourist fare.
Overnight Chefchaouen (Breakfast included).
From 2025 we will stay 2 nights in Chefchaouen.
Day 5 : Fes
Location: Chefchaouen Medina, Fes, Fes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Arena
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy some free time in Chefchaouen this morning - spend your time exploring this beautiful city or relax at the hotel. We will then enjoy a leisurely lunch in Chefchaouen before moving on to Fes in the afternoon.
Fes is the oldest and largest medieval city in the world, and its medina is a heady mix of aromas, sounds and sights. To navigate, follow one of the five, themed tourist circuits. There are plenty of mosques and palaces to visit but be aware that only Muslims can enter Mosques in Morocco.
Overnight Fes (Breakfast included).
Day 6 : Fes
Location: Fes
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Arena
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we embark on a fully guided tour of the city of Fes. Explore the tanneries, souks, potteries, and the Medina, and learn the fascinating history of the city.
We will later return to the hotel to get ready for an optional night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town.
Overnight Fes (Breakfast included).
Day 7 : Midelt
Location: Midelt, Middle Atlas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Kasbah Asmaa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, we journey over the Moyen Atlas to stop at Midelt. This is a beautiful alpine area. Surrounded by huge pine trees and a tranquil mountain setting, this is a great spot to cool down and relax after the hustle and bustle of Fes.
We visit a local Berber family to experience a few hours in their way of life.
Through our financial support of the family, they have built a new toilet block for the extended family. Our visits will continue to further support local families. We will enjoy a small hike in the afternoon and spend the night in this mountain location.
Overnight Midelt (Breakfast & Dinner included).
Day 8 : Sahara Desert
Location: Sahara Desert Morocco
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Auberge La Caravane
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Excitement is in the air as we head towards the mighty Saharan Dunes. En-route we stop off for lunch and in the summer, we may even have time for a relaxing swim.
It is then time to head towards the great desert dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga where we transfer to our camels and trek into the vast Sahara Desert in time for sunset.
We then return to our authentic Berber Camp on the edge of the desert to spend the night enjoying local food, music, and an amazing night out under the Saharan stars.
Overnight Berber camp (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Day 9 : Todra Gorge
Location: Todra River
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kasbah Amazir
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leaving the desert, we move on to Todra Gorge. This 1000ft gorge is hemmed in on all sides by vertical limestone cliffs and is also called Morocco’s Grand Canyon.
We will have a stop at the Berber co-operative where you can see and buy authentic, Berber handmade rugs, kilims and carpets.
The afternoon can be spent exploring the Gorge, walking through the Palmerie or trying our optional activity of rock climbing. The charm of Todra lies in its changing colours as the sun slowly moves from east to west.
Overnight Todra Gorge (Breakfast & Dinner included).
Day 10 : Ait Benhaddou
Location: Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel La Rose Du Sable
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We bid fond farewell to Todra this morning en-route to Ait Benhaddou via Ouarzazate.
We will stop to buy lunch along the way and have a chance for an optional tour of the Film studios in Ouarzazate, famous for films such as Gladiators, The Last Temptation of Christ, and the Living Daylights.
On a hill along the Ouarzazate River we find Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that boasts great examples of Kasbahs, some of which remain inhabited.
This afternoon we have a guided tour of the famous Kasbah and village. This is where Lawrence of Arabia was once filmed.
Overnight Ait Benhaddou (Breakfast & Dinner included).
Day 11 : Essaouira
Location: Essaouira, Essaouira Citadel
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s drive is truly stunning as we traverse the high Atlas Mountains on our way to Essaouira. A colourful fishing town situated within 15th century Portuguese fortifications, where great beaches and surf beckon.
Relax on the beach or alternatively explore the UNESCO-listed medina with its various souks and woodcarving workshops. Any city gate leads to the Medina, so you are unlikely to get lost.
The beach is in front of the Medina and there are plenty of cafés with terraces, both ideal for relaxing for a few hours. Blue doors and window frames abound as do the artists shops – buy a carpet or Thuya wood carving or sit on the beach sipping a mint tea as the sun sets, an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the Imperial cities.
Overnight Essaouira (Breakfast included).
Day 12 : Essaouira
Location: Essaouira
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we have the whole day to explore and enjoy the sights and activities of Essaouira. There is an opportunity to do some optional activities.
Overnight Essaouira (Breakfast included).
Day 13 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Breakfast
We take either our minivan or the Supratours public bus from Essaouira this morning and return to Marrakech to explore the final one of Morocco’s four Imperial cities we visit on this tour.
Marrakech is set against the snow-capped Atlas Mountains; Its great pride and landmark are the Koutoubia Tower, sister to the Tower of Hassan in Rabat and the Giralda Tower in Seville. It is said that after the third of these was completed, the sultan had the eyes of his architect put out, lest he should build another more beautiful tower elsewhere.
No visit to the city is complete without a visit to the city’s UNESCO-listed medina & Djemâa-el-Fna, an extraordinary gathering and marketplace.
Overnight Marrakech. (Breakfast included).
Day 14 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel El Andalous
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, why not book our optional guided city tour which leaves the afternoon free to explore the city further, relax by the pool and / or enjoy some of the optional activities.
Overnight Marrakech (Breakfast included).
Day 15 : Marrakech
Location: Marrakesh
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your adventure tour ends after breakfast. (Breakfast included).
What's Included
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Arrival Transfer
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14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners
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Accommodation
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Guided tour of Ait Benhaddou, Volubilis, Chefchaouen & Rabat
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Sahara Camel Trek
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping kitty 2024 = $65 per person (used for hotel porters, waiters, local guides used for city tours, airport drivers, restaurant tips & Tour driver).
Tipping kitty in 2025 = $70 USD. -
Tip for Nomadic guide which is not included in the tipping kitty
The tipping kitty does not cover your Nomadic guide, so please feel free to offer a tip at the end of the tour if you are happy with the service provided.
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International Travel
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Country Entry Visas
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Departure Transfer
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12 lunches, 8 dinners
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Drinks with Meals
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Optional Activities
• Guided city tour of Marrakech 3 hours (2-4 Pax 200 DH, 5-9 Pax 150 DH, 10 Pax 100 DH) • Bahia Palace Entry Fee (100 DH) • Hassan II Mosque (140 DH) • Hammam in Marrakech (prices from 150 DH) • Hot air balloon ride over the High Atlas Mountains (2000 DH) • Movie Studio visit in Ouarzazate (30 minutes = 80 DH) • Dinner and an evening’s entertainment in Fes (300 DH) • Rock climbing in Todra Gorge - (1 hour = 300 DH) • Cooking classes in Essaouira (300 DH) • Quad biking in Essaouira AGE 16+ ONLY (2 hours = 590DH, 2 hours for 2 pax = 690DH) • Horse riding in Essaouira (1 hour = 250 DH, 2/3 hours = approx.
300 DH/390 DH approx.
• Windsurfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx.
600 DH) • Surfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx.
350 DH) • Kayaking in Essaouira (2 hours = approx.
350 DH) • Kite surfing in Essaouira (2 hours = approx.
700DH) (DH = MOROCCAN DIRHAM)
Optional Extras
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Pre-Accommodation Twin/Double Room
Should you require a room before the tour
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Post-Accommodation Single Room
Should you need to add additional nights after the tour
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Single Supplement booked after 1st June 2024
Single Room Supplement
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Post-Accommodation Triple Room
Should you need a room for 3 people after the tour
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Pre-Accommodation Single Room
Should you arrive early an need accommodation prior to the tour
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Pre-Accommodation Triple Room
Should you need a room for 3 people before the tour.
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Post-Accommodation Twin/Double Room
Should you require a room after the tour
Mode of Transport
Minivan or 4x4 land cruiser
Accommodation
We use 3-4 star hotels plus 1 night in an authentic Berber camp.
Marrakech Hotel El Andalous
Casablanca Hotel Diwan
Meknes Hotel Volubilis
Chefchaouen Hotel Madrid
Fes Hotel Arena
Midelt Ksar Timnay
Sahara Desert Berber camp
Todra Gorge Hotel Kasbah Amazir
Ait Benhaddou Hotel La Rose du Sable
Essaouira Hotel Miramar
NB: The hotels listed above are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.
Check out our Q&As
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Are there any cultural dress codes or guidelines for Morocco?
When visiting mosques and local families during the tour, it is important to dress modestly out of respect for the local culture. For both men and women, this typically means covering shoulders, chest, and legs. Women can also choose to bring a scarf to cover their hair when entering a mosque but it is not mandatory. It's advisable to avoid tight-fitting clothing and ensure that knees and shoulders are covered. Observing these dress code guidelines will show respect for the cultural norms and religious practices in Morocco.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
We can book pre or post accommodation at the starting/ending hotels for £80 single room, £110 twin or double, £150 triple, £220 family room
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Single Supplement Prices?
Single supplement costs £289.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, you can request and pay to add a single room supplement at the time of booking.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
We can arrange the arrival transfer if flight details are supplied but the return transfer is not included.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Pack all your belongings in a small to medium soft material suitcase/rucksack or holdall with a maximum weight of 20kg. Plus a small backpack for use inside the minivan.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been trading over 25 years.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
A tour voucher with a check-list and a pre-departure email.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, you can pay extra for a single room for the duration of the tour. Just add the single supplement when you book.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, for every booking we take, we donate to projects such as the Ait Ouham Association
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