Get ready to be wowed by the stunning contrasts of Morocco on this action-packed adventure. From the windswept dunes of the Sahara to the vibrant streets of Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fés, Casablanca, and Marrakech, you’ll experience both the north and south in all their glory. Kick things off in coastal Tangier before exploring bustling medinas, the ancient ruins of Volubilis, and historical gems in Meknes. Then, head south to Marrakech and beyond to the Sahara, where the sun blazes, the dunes stretch endlessly, and the sky feels limitless. Spend a magical night at a desert camp near an oasis, sleeping under a sky full of stars, and prepare to be blown away by how perfectly this journey brings it all together.
Hotels (8 nts), Desert Camp (2 nts).
10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD230-300 for meals not included.
Private vehicle, walking, 4x4.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Tangier: Arrive at any time. Attend an evening welcome meeting at the joining hotel. Then, set out on an orientation walk of the Old Town of Tangier with your CEO. This will be followed by an optional group dinner where you will get to know your fellow travellers.
Tangier/Chefchaouen: Set off from Tangier in the morning with a stop in the city of Tetouan for a visit. Walk through and explore several significant sites like El Feddan Square, Mellah Avenue, and the Tetouan Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Chefchaouen embark on a CEO guided visit of the beautiful blue streets and Hispano-Moorish architecture of northern Morocco. Finish the walk with a view over the city at sunset.
Chefchaouen/F?s: Take part in a short guided hike through the Rif Mountains before a hands-on goat cheese making experience with a local family on their farm. Then, visit the off-the-beaten path town of Ouazzane and its unique neon-mint green medina. Arrive to F?s in the early evening and enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant featuring regional specialties like Pastilla.
F?s: Enjoy an immersive, guided tour of the incredible F?s medina, one of the world?s largest with more than 9000 winding streets. Visit various landmarks within the gates and finish up at the tannery. Lunch will be on your own in the medina and your CEO can help with options. The remainder of the evening is free for you to explore F?s on your own.
F?s/Casablanca: Continue onwards from F?s to Casablanca today with stops en route. The first being the ancient city of Volubilis to learn more about its historical importance to Morocco and the culture behind it during your guided visit. Then, spend time visiting various historical sites in Meknes before ending up at the bustling souk area with vibrant market stalls and loads of handicrafts. Proceed to Casablanca for a free evening in this coastal city.
Ouarzazate to Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp: In the morning before leaving the group will explore the famous atlas film studios in Ourzazate and learn a bit about the film making in Morocco. Drive to Zagora and then to Mhamid. From there head out into the Sahara desert for two nights of camping under the stars. The walk will take about two hours and we will arrive at the camp around sunset. Enjoy a cup of tea and watch the colors change in the sky as the sun slips below the horizon.
Bertam Oasis to Skoura: After another sunrise out in the desert and some breakfast at camp the group will travel to Zagora by 4x4. Enjoy some free time to shower, freshen up, and relax by the hotel pool after our Sahara adventure. After lunch continue on to Skoura. Explore this oasis city famed for its date palms. Have dinner as a group in Skoura.
Skoura/Marrakech: After breakfast the group will travel directly to Marrakech. The tour ends on arrival to the airport around 1pm, or at the Marrakech hotel for those have booked post-tour nights.