Country
Morocco
Duration
13 Days/12 Nights
Travel Type
Tour
Private Morocco tours from 2 to 6 participants, including transportation and service of a private driver from city to city and official local guides for the visits of the mentioned sites and cities)
Inclusions
12-night accommodation at the hotels or Riads including 1 night in a tent in the Sahara Desert
24 meals: 12 breakfasts, 12 dinners (including 1 dinner show in Marrakesh at Palais Dar Soukkar or similar)
Return airport transfers
Transportation by an air-conditioned minivan with private driver, throughout the tour
Transfer by 4×4 from Erfoud to Merzouga, return
Camel ride from Merzouga to the Nomad Camp for the beautiful sunset or sunrise
Local guides during the visit: full day Marrakesh and full day Fez and punctual visits (approx. x2.5 hours) for Casablanca, Essaouira, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat
Visit and entrance fees to the monuments mentioned in the itinerary
2 bottles of water per person per day
Exclusions
International flights – Any meals or drinks not mentioned in the itinerary – Gratuities to the driver and local guides – Travel insurance – All other items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional Information
Note
Guaranteed daily departures available if you have your own party of 2 to 6 participants!
The tour is executed in a comfortable minivan with a local bilingual driver. Official local guides will join the group for certain visits and attractions mentioned in the inclusions
1
DAY 1 CASABLANCA - ESSAOUIRA 395 KM
Meet your driver at the Casablanca airport or at your hotel. Today, we will see some of Casablanca touristic areas including, Hassan II Mosque (exterior), the Corniche, The Royal Palace. We then follow the coastal route displaying magnificent views of the sea and lagoons until we arrive at Essaouira in early afternoon. Free time and rest of the day on your own to allow you to relax or go for a stroll at the beach. Dinner and accommodation at hotel.
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Essaouira for 2 nights
2
DAY 2 ESSAOUIRA
After breakfast, short guided visit of Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador. This ancient Portuguese city is located on the Atlantic coast and goes back to the 7th century. Stroll around the city and see its port, its fortifications, the souks, the medina and the work of the craftsmen. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure for your personal discovery. Dinner and accommodation at hotel.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
3
DAY 3 ESSAOUIRA - TAGHAZOUT - AGADIR 175 KM
After breakfast, drive along the coastal road to Agadir. The arid straw-colored landscape is magnificent. Agadir is the largest seaside resort in Morocco. Stop in Taghazout for lunch break (not included), a town known for its surf beaches. Continuation towards Agadir. Rest of the day at leisure to visit the center of the town or stroll on the boardwalk. Dinner and accommodation at hotel.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Agadir for 1 night
4
DAY 4 AGADIR - MARRAKESH 258 KM
Breakfast at hotel. A day at leisure. In the afternoon, departure for Marrakesh. Accommodation at hotel.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Marrakesh for 2 nights
5
DAY 5 MARRAKESH - CITY SIGHTSEEING
The day is dedicated to the discovery of the Red imperial city “Marrakech la Rouge” with a local guide. We will visit the Koutoubia, the Bahia Palace. The visit will continue with the Saadian Tombs and also visit the Menara Gardens. Free time for lunch (not included). Continuation towards the famous square, Jema El Fna, and a walk through the various souks (markets) to see all kinds of wonders for sale. Return to the hotel to get ready for a traditional Moroccan dinner followed by a show (included). Back to hotel for the night.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
6
DAY 6 MARRAKESH - AIT BEN HADDOU - OUARZAZATE 197 KM
After breakfast, depart to Ouarzazate, through the high Atlas Mountains, passing by Tizin Tichka (2260 m). Photo stop at the Kasbah d’Ait Ben Haddou, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dinner and accommodation at hotel.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Ouarzazate for 1 night
7
DAY 7 OUARZAZATE - TINGHIR - TODRA GORGE - MERZOUGA 368 KM
After breakfast, depart to Merzouga and stop at the Kasbah of Taourit to take pictures. Continue towards Tineghir by crossing Skoura, Kelaa M’gouna (the City of Roses), Dades Valley and Todra Gorge with its cliffs of over 300 meters in height, and the discovery of Palmeraie de Jorf oasis. Stop en route for lunch (not included). Once you reach Erfoud, you will transfer to a 4×4 vehicle to cross the majestic dunes. Enjoy a camel ride from Merzouga to the Nomad Camp in the Sahara on time for the beautiful sunset (1:40 duration approx. or transfer via 4×4- according to your choice).Overnight at a desert camp in nomad tents.
Note: This Nomad camp doesn’t serve alcohol but you can bring your own wine.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Merzouga under the tent for 1 night
8
DAY 8 MERZOUGA - MIDELT - FEZ 470 KM
After breakfast, departure to Merzouga. This entire day of travel will make you cross vast landscapes. Stop for lunch in Midelt (not included). Continuation towards Fes by crossing Ifrane and the High Atlas mountains.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Fez for 2 nights
9
DAY 9 FEZ
The entire day is dedicated to Fez, Morocco’s holy city. You will visit its historical center including the Andalusian neighborhood, El Bali Palace, the Nejjarine fountain, Karaouine Mosque and Madrasa Bou Inania. Free time for lunch and continuation of the visit including the souks and the district of the leather tanners. Back to the hotel for dinner.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
10
DAY 10 FEZ - MEKNES - CHEFCHAOUEN 265 KM
After breakfast, we travel in the direction of Chefchaouen, passing by Meknes, imperial city also called The Moroccan Versailles. Arrival in Volubilis, entrance included and visit on your own the roman ruins, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continuation towards the blue city, nestled in the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen with its compact medina washed in blue and topped with red tiled roofs, is quite simply one of the loveliest towns in the country. Free time to explore further.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Chefchaouen for 1 night
11
DAY 11 CHEFCHAOUEN - TETOUAN - TANGIER 150 KM
After breakfast, en route for Tangier, via Tetouan. Upon arrival, enjoy a photographic (photo stop) tour of the city and Tangier Kasbah. Rest of the day at leisure to visit Tangier’s market.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Tangier for 1 night
12
DAY 12 TANGIER - RABAT - CASABLANCA 338 KM
After breakfast, depart for Rabat for a 2 hour guided visit of the capital of Morocco including the fortifications, the Hassan Tower, Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Royal Palace and Kasbah of Oudayas. Once the visit is over, departure to Casablanca.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Casablanca for 1 night
13
DAY 13 CASABLANCA 20 KM
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
Meals : Breakfast
INFORMATION REGARDING THE ACCOMMODATION
3 types of accommodation are offered according to your budget: Bronze category hotels (a combination of Moroccan basic 4* hotels and Riads comparable to a good Canadian 3*); Silver category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 4* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian 4*) OR Gold category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 5* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian superior 4*).
The stars attributed to hotels in Morocco are based on the North African standards. We consider one or two stars lower than the American or European standards. The hotels are safe, clean and well located, Riads are charming and special accommodation that are not rated. They are often located inside the medina (old historic center) and a short walk through the pedestrian streets can be required to get to the Riad. Similar hotels can come back confirmed. The official list of accommodation will be remitted along with the travel documents, 3 weeks prior to departure.
Riads are charming small hotels in Morocco.
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
BRONZE
Essaouira: Cote Ocean Mogador
Agadir: Odysee
Marrakesh: Bab Hotel
Ouarzazate: Dar Chamaa
Merzouga: Sahara Adventures
Fes: Royal Mirage
Chefchaouen: Dar Echaouen
Tangier: Kenzi Solazur
Casablanca: Val d’Anfa
SILVER
Essaouira: Mgallery Essaouira
Agadir: Amadil Beach
Marrakesh: Longue Vie
Ouarzazate: Oscar
Merzouga: Café Sud
Fes: Nous Plaza
Chefchaouen: Vancii
Tangier: Marina Bay
Casablanca: Idou Anfa
GOLD
Essaouira: ATlas Essaouira
Agadir: Sofitel Thalassa Sea & Spa
Marrakesh: Jaal Resort
Ouarzazate: Riad Tama
Merzouga: Café Sud
Fes: Zalagh Parc
Chefchaouen: Dar Jasmine
Tangier: Barcelo Tangier
Casablanca: Barcelo Anfa
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Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy LAND RATE 2023-2024 |
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LOW SEASON: November 15 – December 23, 2023 |
BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | |
| Base of 2 People in 1 Room | 4180 | 4629 | 4850 | |
| Base of 4 People in 2 Rooms | 2939 | 3385 | 3605 | |
| Base of 6 People in 3 Rooms | 2620 | 3069 | 3290 | |
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HIGH SEASON: December 24, 2023 – January 7, 2024 |
BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | |
| Base of 2 People in 1 Room | 4310 | 4779 | 5065 | |
| Base of 4 People in 2 Rooms | 3069 | 3520 | 3829 | |
| Base of 6 People in 3 Rooms | 2750 | 3215 | 3035 | |
3 types of accommodation are offered according to your budget: Bronze category hotels (a combination of Moroccan basic 4* hotels and Riads comparable to a good Canadian 3*); Silver category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 4* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian 4*) OR Gold category hotels (a combination of good Moroccan 5* hotels and Riads comparable to Canadian superior 4*).
The stars attributed to hotels in Morocco are based on the North African standards. We consider one or two stars lower than the American or European standards. The hotels are safe, clean and well located, Riads are charming and special accommodation that are not rated. They are often located inside the medina (old historic center) and a short walk through the pedestrian streets can be required to get to the Riad. Similar hotels can come back confirmed. The official list of accommodation will be remitted along with the travel documents, 3 weeks prior to departure.
Riads are charming small hotels in Morocco.
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.
Grand Tour of Morocco – detailed itinerary
Grand Tour of Morocco – detailed itinerary
