Exotic Morocco
from $981/per person
Exotic Morocco perfectly blends history, culture and adventure.
Start off with the bustling markets of Marrakesh and discover the UNESCO World Heritage of charming Essaouira. Watch the ocean unfold in Casablanca before you soak in the blue streets of Chefchaouen. Discover the impressive imperial cities of Fes and the capital, Rabat. Have a tagine under bright stars whilst surrounded by Saharan sand dunes. Topple all travel experiences with 2 adventure-filled days in the desert.
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Starts in / Ends in
Marrakech / Marrakech
Average Tour Group Size
Avr. Group Size
35-40
Why You’ll Love This Tour
- Tag along your local guide throughout the most impressive sights of Morocco, from Marrakech to the Saraha, Fes, Blue City, Rabat, Casablanca and Essaouira.
- Recharge at hand-picked 4-star hotels & savour the desert atmosphere with 2 nights at the Sahara at our sedentary Desert Camps.
- Immerse in adventure with two camel treks and jeep safari in the Sahara, both included!
- Marvel at the unique blue-washed mountain village of Chefchaouen with options to visit the Spanish Mosque or mountain trekking.
- Connect with the locals over a friendly homevisit and explore an unspoiled Berber village.
- Explore the famous port of Casablanca and watch authentic ancient crafts in Fes with visits to the Tannery and Pottery.
- No night drives, so you can rest comfortably. However, some long drives are required to cover all these incredible experiences.
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The name itself meaning “brilliance”, Bahia Palace was built to be the greatest palace of its time in the 19th century with the essence of Islamic - Moroccan style.
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The largest city of Morocco stands impressively on the coast of the Atlantic. This major city has a huge beautiful port and countless activities and venues to enjoy.
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Chefchaouen is known for the striking, variously hued blue-washed buildings of its old town.
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The main square of Marrakech hosts many attractions and an authentic local market. Visit fortune tellers, watch snake charmers or acrobats.
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Located on the Atlantic Coast, Essaouira is famous with the powerful trade wind blowing onto the protected, calm bay. Very popular among windsurfers!
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Fes is a northeastern Moroccan city often referred to as the country’s cultural capital.’s primarily known for its Fes El Bali walled medina.
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The main square of Marrakech hosts many attractions and an authentic local market. Visit fortune tellers, watch snake charmers or acrobats.
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Merzouga is a village in the Sahara Desert in Morocco, on the edge of Erg Chebbi, a 50km long and 5km wide set of sand dunes that reach up to 350m high.
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The capital of Morocco, is the second largest city and lies on the coast of beautiful Atlantic as well. The city was awarded second place in “Top Travel Destinations” of 2013.
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Zagora is referred to as the "gate to the Sahara Desert "
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Keep your eyes peeled at Morocco airport for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Marrakech or go out for an optional group dinner and mingle with fellow travellers.
- Accommodation
Blue Sea Le Printemps– 4 Star
- Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
- Optional Activities
Group Dinner - 100 MAD
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Day 2: Marrakech, Essaouira
After a delicious breakfast, start your discovery with the key sites of bustling Marrakech such as Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace & Dar Si Said Museum. Then hop on board for destination: Essaouira. But first, make a stop at Argan Women Cooperative to learn all about the making of Argan oil. A 'magical' product that's native to Morocco, it is used in delicious meals and extensively in cosmetics. As you arrive Essaouira, you can go out to explore its charming Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Accommodation
Hotel Miramar - 3 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Saadian Tombs
Sightseeing of Menara Gardens
Sightseeing of Koutoubia Mosque
Sightseeing of Bahia Palace & Dar Si Said Museum
Visit of Argan Women Cooperative
Sightseeing of Essaouira
- Entrance Fees
Bahai Palace - 70 MAD
Menara Gardens - 10 MAD
Saadian Tombs - 70 MAD
Said Mausoleum - 70 MAD
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Day 3: Essaouira, Casablanca
Follow the ocean north to the largest city and commercial hub of Morocco, Casablanca. Start off with a guided tour of the gigantic Hassan II Mosque, the largest in all Africa. Continue to impressive highlights including the United Nations Square, Anfa Residential Quarter finished with a short visit to the medina. Before dinner, have a short photo stop by Rick’s Café from the classic Hollywood movie named after the town & watch the sunset by the ocean.
- Accommodation
Ibis City Center Hotel - 3 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Hassan II Mosque
Sightseeing of Anfa Residential Quarter
Sightseeing of United Nations Square
- Entrance Fees
Hassan II Mosque - 130 MAD
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Day 4: Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Tetouan
Continue along the charming coastline to Rabat. The beautiful capital of Morocco is set in a rich, amber-colored landscape, blending ancient history and modern Moroccan culture. The guided walking tour will unfold the beauty of the imperial town as you visit the Kasbah overlooking the Bouregreg River, the Royal Palace, Chellah Ruins, Mohammed V Mausoleum and Hassan II Tower. At the end of the extensive city tour, make your way to Chefchaouen, the Blue City. Prepare your cameras and wander the narrow streets of the breathtaking blue-washed mountain village. Overnight stay in Tetouan.
- Accommodation
Prestige Hotel - 3 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Museum Mohammed
Sightseeing of Hassan Mosque
Sightseeing of Royal Palace
Sightseeing of Eloidaia Kasbah
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Day 5: Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fes
Today we will continue to explore the blue-city, Chefchaouen! Roam the magical streets of the medina, Outa el-Hammam Square, visit waterfall of Ras el-Maa and the Spanish Mosque presenting an astounding view of Chefchaouen. In the afternoon, drive on to the cultural heart of Morocco, Fes. The second largest city in the country is best known for its labyrinth of souks and leather tanneries - the smell will not be forgotten!
- Accommodation
Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Chefchaouen
Trekking In The Mountains
- Optional Activities
Dinner Show - 250 MAD
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Day 6: Fes
Wear your walking shoes and embark on a cultural journey through the imperial city of Fes. Get to discover all the highlights on an intensive tour with your local guide covering Bab Bouloud Gate (Royal Palace), Bou Inania Madrasa, Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, Quaraouiyine Mosque, Najjarine Square, Spices Market, Terina Madrasa, the surroundings of Karaouine Medina, Mellah (Jewish Quarter), Pottery, and of course the famous Tannery! Share your favourite sites with your mates over dinner and rest up, you're heading inland tomorrow!
- Accommodation
Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Bab Bouloud Gate (Royal Palace)
Sightseeing of Bou Inania Medersa
Sightseeing of Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss
Sightseeing of Quaraouiyine Mosque
Sightseeing of Najjarine Square
Sightseeing of Spices Market
Sightseeing of Attarine Medersa
Sightseeing of The Surroundings of Karaouine Medina and Mellah (Jewish Quarter)
Tannery & Pottery Visits
- Optional Activities
Traditional Hamam - 300 MAD
- Entrance Fees
Bou Inania Medersa - 10 MAD
Attarine Medersa - 20 MAD
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Day 7: Fes, Merzouga
Hop on board early and drive through Efran City in High Atlas Mountains with stunning panaromic views and Midelt to reach the desert village of Merzouga. On the way, pass via Tazzarine, the last city to be found before the mighty dunes of the desert and arrive in Ziz Valley. As Ziz River feeds the charming oases in the region, we feed ourselves over a lunch-break. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and soak in the majestic sand dunes. It is the perfect depiction of the famous Moroccan desert landscape and lifestyle. Our camel ride will start here for our 1
st campsite to catch the sunset. Share your highlights of the trip with travel mates and enjoy the local cuisine under a starry sky. You'll experience the authentic desert life in the Sahara and stay in sedentary tents tonight.
- Accommodation
Auberge Yasmina Desert Camp
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Included Activities
Camel Trekking
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Day 8: Merzouga
Wake up to the sunrise over the golden sand dunes and take a mental picture to last forever. It's time for another camel trek to the 2
nd campsite. Have a delicious local breakfast and hop on, you're going on a 4x4 jeep safari. Enjoy the 2-hour adventure at the astounding desert atmosphere watching the magical landscapes, isolated Berber villages, oases, dunes and real nomads. In the afternoon you can relax by the pool, sand-board or climb high up the sand dunes.
- Accommodation
Auberge Yasmina Desert Camp
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Included Activities
4X4 Jeep Safari
African Music Show
Sand-Board
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Day 9: Merzouga, Marrakech
Time to bid farewell to the Sahara desert. As you drive back to the modern Morocco, pass by Ourzazate movie studios & have a panoramic photo stop at the Tichka mountain pass in the High Atlas region. Late in the afternoon you will reach the fascinating city of Marrakech. It is where the Arab city culture meets the Berber culture of the desert and mountain villages. Here, the sub-Saharan traders would trade their wares with European merchants, who would then bring them to Europe. Wear your haggling hats as you discover Djemaa el-Fna Square and brace for the mayhem! Marking the entrance to the huge bazaar, the area is packed with story tellers, snake charmers, acrobats, musicians and folk dancers.
- Accommodation
Blue Sea Le Printemps – 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Djeema El - Fna Square in Marrakech
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Day 10: Marrakech
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates before checking out of the hotel (11:00). Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing
to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to
availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the
passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to
the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date,
regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
The tour price and the local payment cover the following services:
Accommodation
4 star hotels, desert camp(Bedouin tents)
Airport Transfer
From the airport to Travel Talk hotel on day 1 and return shuttle on the last day of the tour.
Meals
9 breakfasts | 2 lunches | 2 dinners
Transportation
Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus, Camel and 4x4 Jeep.
Guide
Services of experienced Travel Talk guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism
What is not included in the tour price and local payment?
- Any flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips & gestures
- Visa fees
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary
Hotels are subject to change depending on the group size.
BLUE SEA LE PRINTEMPS HOTEL - MARRAKECH
This hotel is well located close to Plaza Square, and it has an outdoor swimming pool to offer.
CAMPING SITE MERZOUGA
This camping is an amazing place to relax and to dive deep into nomadic spirit. Get ready for once in a lifetime experience around the campfire, under the sky.
ROYAL MIRAGE HOTEL - FES
The charming Pickalbatros Royal Mirage Fes Hotel rests in a prime location with easy access to the commercial centre and residential area in the vibrant heart of Fes, one of the most beautiful cities in exotic Morocco.
IBIS CITY CENTER HOTEL - CASABLANCA
HOTEL MIRAMAR - ESSAOUIRA
Overlooking the bay of Essaouira, this Moorish beachfront hotel is Located in the center of Essaouira.
Tour Review Scores And Breakdown
At Travel Talk we do not only provide excellent value for premium adventures, but also strive to exceed expectations in every aspect of our trips, which is reflected in an enviable 98.9% customer satisfaction for 2018. We believe that our affordable tours, quality accommodation, transportation and sightseeing tours combined with likeminded people, passionate tour leaders and the overall atmosphere of a Travel Talk tour have made these results. However, we are never ones to rest on our laurels, and we continually try to improve on this year after year; and what do we get out of this? The satisfaction of our travellers!
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Morocco wouldn’t be as amazing if Youseff wasn’t our tour guide. Most genuine, kind hearted, knowledgeable and caring man that put his clients first! Blessed to have him guide us!
T. Forbes
Abdelhadi was amazing! Very knowledgeable, always very clear on what is happening and is so happy to help with absolutely anything!
M. Van Der Booggard
Had a wonderful time with Abdelhadi – thank you!
M. Ashford
Amazing tour, had such a good time! Abdelhadi is the absolute best guide, so friendly, helpful and genuinly amazing . Full of knowledge. Couldn’t ask for a better start to 2019 – thank you!
R. Trafford
Really enjoyed the tour ! A++
R. Brooks
Abdelhadi was a great host, always accommodating + helpful, nothing was too much of a trouble for him. He even took me to the doctor as I was unwell. Tour was great value, however quite rushed first part of the tour.
D. Timlin
Abdelhadi has been a fantastic guide and has made the tour for me. His sharing of peronal stories is why I choose Travel Talk – have already booked a Russia tour as well!
S. Imber
Abdelhadi was an amazing tour guide and I can’t praise him enough! He made the whole experience enjoyable and stress free with his positive attitude, sense of humour and knowledge of Morocco.
J. Noone
Abdelhadi is amazing! He has been so helpful and accommodating. Bus driver and assistant were also very punctual and great driver – amazing tour all around.
S. Smith
Absolutely awesome! The tour guide was very good, went over and above, exceeded expectations. If there was another tour, we would consider it.