Morocco Video

Magical Morocco |  Morocco Tours

Travel Talk Social

Encounter the magical tradition of Moroccan culture and history. Start your tour with exploring the Red City of Marrakech before journeying on jeep safari and a camel trek through the golden sandy dunes of the Sahara desert. Visit the market town of Midelt, the imperial Fes, Rabat and finish your tour off in Casablanca.

Magical Morocco

Day 1 Marrakech

MarrakechAt the terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign, as we pick you up from the airport and take you to our hotel. Gather round in the hotel lobby at 7:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide. Listen up for a fast and informal meeting with the leader including registration and a short brief about the adventures ahead and some country info. Optional dinner together is available to get to know your travel mates better. Click for the arrival details

Day 2 Marrakech, Zagora (B, D)

After breakfast we depart for Zagora, the desert village reflecting the traditional life of Morocco. The village is located at the edge of the Sahara and the famous “52 days by camel to Tombouctou”. After sharing our experiences with our travel mates and dining under a starry sky, we stay in sedentary tents portraying the authentic local life of the Sahara.

Day 3 Zagora, Chigaga, Jeep Safari (B, L, D)

An amazing day in the Moroccon desert. In the morning we join a 4x4 jeep safari through the magnificent sand dunes. We may even have the opportunity to visit one of the nomad families who live in hand-woven goat hair tents. We have lunch at the Oasis and then continue to Chigaga in our 4x4 jeeps, a 40 km-long stretch of huge 300m high Saharan dunes, through the arid plains and sands. In the evening we visit into our nomad tent camp, based at the largest dune called “ocean without water” and have dinner under the desert stars.

Day 4 Camel Trek in the Desert (B, L, D)

Another amazing day in the Moroccon desert ! Today we join a full day camel trek in the Sahara and enjoy the adventurous atmosphere of the desert life. We have lunch in the desert and we then make our way to our bivouac at an oasis where an awesome experience awaits us : watching the desert change colour under the sunset, staring a billion stars in the night sky, or listening to the silence of the desert before the sun comes up...

Day 5 Chigaga, Jeep Safari, M´hamid, Erfoud (B)

Today we safari back to M’hamid, then drive in our mini bus along the Oasis passing palm groves, Berber villages and kasbahs to Erfoud, the city situated at the gates of Tafilalet. Overnight stay in Erfoud.

Day 6 Erfoud, Midelt, Fes (B)

After breakfast we’ll depart for Midelt passing through the Atlas mountains. Midelt is an impressive mountain city at 1488 metres above sea level, remarkably situated down the Jbel Ayachi (3737 m). In the afternoon we’ll continue to the legendary city of Fes.

Day 7 Fes (B)

Today, we’ll explore the oldest imperial city of Morocco with more than 10.000 tiny streets offering the largest “medina” (old city) and souks in the world and visit Bab Boujloud Gate, Bou Inania Medersa, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, Andalusian, Quaraouiyine Mosque, Najjarine Square, Spices Market, Atarine Medersa, the surroundings of Karaouine Medina and Mellah.

Day 8 Fes, Rabat, Casablanca (B)

Today we’ll first visit the United Nations Square, the Anfa Residential Quarter and the impressive Mosque of Hassan II in Casablanca and depart for Marrakech before noon. In the afternoon we'll explore the famous Djemaa el Fna Square in Marrakech.

Day 9 Casablanca, Marrakech (B)

We depart for Rabat, set in a rich, amber-coloured landscape combining the ancient history with the modern Moroccon culture. After the orientation tour around the Royal Palace, Chellah Ruins, Hassan Tower, Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Oudayas Gardens, we’ll depart for Casablanca.

Day 10 Marrakech, Essaouira (B)

After a scenic drive through the Argane tree forests and banana plantations, we arrive in Essaouira, the most popular wind-surfing destination on the Atlantic Ocean. Essaouira is still serene, friendly and charming. Wander through tall white houses with yellow detail and blue doors, narrow streets and the ramparts that protect most of the town. Savouring grilled sardines and fish at the Essaouira port is a spectacular way to spend the evening.

Day 11 Essaouira, Agadir (B)

After a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast passing palm groves, Berber villages and kasbahs we reach Agadir, Morocco’s number one sea resort. With over 340 days of sunshine a year, situated on the southern part of Morocco’s Atlantic coastline, Agadir has something to offer everyone: water sports, delicious Moroccon sea food, fantastic beaches and attractive nightlife.

Day 12 Agadir (B)

Surrounded by the Antiatlas, the Sahara Desert, many natural parks, and secluded beaches which are all easily accessible, Agadir is one of the most popular destinations in Morocco. Today is free to explore this great place.

Day 13 Agadir, Marrakech (B)

Today we’ll depart Agadir for Marrakech before noon. In the afternoon we'll explore the famous Djemaa el Fna Square full with story tellers, snake charmers, acrobats, musicians & folk dancers. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 14 Marrakech (B)

Our trip will end after check-out (11:00am) say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and we bid you safe travels.


Sights Visited

  • Marrakech, Djemaa el Fna Square, Menara Gardens Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs Bahia Palace, Dar Si Said Museum
  • M'Hamid, Zagora - Hike
  • Sahara - Camel Trek
  • Chigaga - Jeep Safari
  • Erfoud
  • Midelt
  • Fes including Bab Boujloud Gate, Bou Inania Medersa Moulay Idriss Mausoleum Andalusian and Quaraouiyine Mosques Najjarine Square Spice Market, Atarine Medersa, Karaouine Medina & Mellah
  • Casablanca including United Nations Square Anfa Residential Quarter Mosque of Hassan II
  • Rabat - Royal Palace Chellah Ruins, Hassan Tower Mohamed V Mausoleum, Oudayas Gardens
  • Agadir
  • Essaouira

Tour Map


moroccoJodie Vander - AustraliaVery good tour only comment would be that it would be good to have more free time within the tour.Ahmed was a fantastic guide and the sites and towns were amazing. 2010-5-31Tour: Magical Morocco5
moroccoErica Neske - Australia Ahmed has a fantastic guide and provided us with lots of useful information.He was always happy to answer questions and go beyond his means to help anyone out.The tour provided us with a great snapshot of Morocco.The destinations,restaurants and hotels added to learning about the culture of Morocco.Fantastic. 2010-5-31Tour: Magical Morocco5
moroccoFelicity Plant - AustraliaAhmed was brilliant!!! He was SUPER friendly, EXTREMELY helpful and VERY funny!! He loves Morocco and it shows. *** More free time would be great.2010-5-31Tour: Magical Morocco5
moroccoLarissa Lewis - AustraliaThanks to Ahmed very god tour guide, very helpful.Airport transfer was great our flight was even delayed thanks for the pick up. 2010-5-31Tour: Magical Morocco5

General Info

Tour Code:MM3
Duration:14 Days
Starts In:Marrakech
Ends In:Marrakech
Departs On:Saturdays
Group Size:Avg. 25-30 People
Hotels Rating:4 star

Morocco Map

Morocco

Morocco Gallery