Get ready for an epic two-week Moroccan adventure from north to south, ending with an unforgettable stay in Marrakech. Start in the lively coastal city of Tangier, then explore bustling medinas and iconic landmarks in Chefchaouen, Fés, and Casablanca. Learn to make cheese in the Rif Mountains, wander the famous ‘Blue City,’ marvel at the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and camp under the stars in the desert. Finish with four days in Marrakech, indulging in food tours from bakeries to cooking a tanjia in a terracotta pot, plus a waterfall picnic and traditional feast in a Riad.
Hotels (8 nts), Desert Camp (2 nts), Traditional Riad (3 nts).
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Allow USD285-370 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 and enjoy a free afternoon in the city.
Marrakech: Visit the important sites within the medina this morning. Make stops to Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace. End the morning adventure with a trip to the bakery to learn a brief introduction into Moroccan bread making, then have a taste.
Marrakech: Set out on a full day excursion to Ouzoud, a beautiful oasis waterfall near the Atlas Mountains. Walk up the stairs to the top of the falls and enjoy breathtaking views of the flowing water. After a delicious lunch right near the falls the group will travel back to Marrakech. Enjoy a local dinner in the heart of Jamee Lafna Square.
Marrakech: Depart at any time.