Marvellous Morocco
9 days, Casablanca to Marrakech
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Watch the sun rise above the highest sand dunes in Morocco and journey through fresh cedar forests in the Atlas Mountains. From the bustling souks of imperial cities and meandering lanes of old medinas, travel into the heart of Morocco without foregoing comfort. Get off the beaten path while exploring mudbrick kasbahs and conquering Saharan sand dunes by 4x4. With comfortable accommodation and transport by private air-conditioned van arranged by your CEO, you'll be free to experience Morocco's Roman heritage and Islamic grandeur in style.
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
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 16, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
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9 days
Casablanca to Marrakech
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Itinerary Notes
Please note that for all departures before Oct 15, 2014 the maximum group size for this trip will be 15, for all departures after that date, the maximum group size will be 16.
Itinerary
Day 1Casablanca
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Casablanca/Fès
Enjoy a G Adventures-supported traditional lunch before taking a guided tour of the imperial city of Meknes. Continue on to the ruins of Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman ruins in Morocco, before arriving in Fes.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 3Fès
Embark on a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre Fes medina, exploring the winding lanes and alleys while visiting the many artisans and shops.
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BreakfastDay 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. Continue on through a stone desert to the breathtaking Todra Gorge, followed by a visit to a palm grove.
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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 a Berber herbalist in Ouarzazate.
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BreakfastDay 7Ouarzazate/Marrakech
Visit Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then continue to Marrakech.
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BreakfastDay 8Marrakech
In the morning, take a historical tour of the city, including the Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the souks and sites of Marrakech.
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BreakfastDay 9Marrakech
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Sahara Dunes & Culture Excursion, Merzouga
- Your G for Good Moment: Mhaya Village Community Lunch, Meknès
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer
- G Adventures-supported traditional lunch
- Guided city tour of Meknes including the ancient granaries and stables of Moulay Ismail and Bab Mansour
- Guided visit to Volubilis
- Guided walking tour of the Fes medina including Medersa Bou Inanya and tanneries
- Sahara 4x4 dunes adventure
- Visit Todra Gorge and walk through palm groves
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah and Aït Ben Haddou
- Guided city tour of Marrakech including Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotels (8 nts).
Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Allow USD270-355 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private air-con minivan/coach, 4x4 vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.