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.
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.
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.
Casablanca
Casablanca
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.
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen is known for the striking, variously hued blue-washed buildings of its old town.
Djeema El Fna
Djeema El Fna
The main square of Marrakech hosts many attractions and an authentic local market. Visit fortune tellers, watch snake charmers or acrobats.
Essaouira
Essaouira
Located on the Atlantic Coast, Essaouira is famous with the powerful trade wind blowing onto the protected, calm bay. Very popular among windsurfers!
Fes
Fes
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.
Marrakech
Marrakech
The main square of Marrakech hosts many attractions and an authentic local market. Visit fortune tellers, watch snake charmers or acrobats.
Merzouga
Merzouga
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.
Rabat
Rabat
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.
Zagora
Zagora
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
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
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 1st 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 2nd 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!
Meals Included Breakfast
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.
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.
WAZOO HOTEL – MARRAKECH
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.
PRESTIGE HOTEL - TETOUAN
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!
4.57
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4.81
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4.99
Value for Money
4.99
Guide
4.82
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Riyah
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!
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T. Forbes
Abdelhadi was amazing! Very knowledgeable, always very clear on what is happening and is so happy to help with absolutely anything!
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M. Van Der Booggard
Had a wonderful time with Abdelhadi – thank you!
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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!
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R. Trafford
Really enjoyed the tour ! A++
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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!
Riyah
Exotic Morocco
Abdelhadi was amazing! Very knowledgeable, always very clear on what is happening and is so happy to help with absolutely anything!
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Riyah
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.