Exotic Morocco

from $767/per person

An ideal tour combining history, culture and adventure.
Begin your Exotic Tour in the amazing city of Marrakesh. Enjoy a remarkable day in the Moroccan Desert including an entire day of trekking on a camel. Pass through the traditional villages of Zagora and Merzauga, stay in sedentary tents portraying the authentic local life of the Saharas. Visit nomad families living in hand-woven, goat haired tents and have dinner under the stars among the biggest sand dunes, the ‘ocean without water’.

Duration
10 Day
Destination(s)
Morocco
Starts in / Ends in
Marrakech / Marrakech
Departs on
Saturdays
Hotel Rating
4 Star
35-40

Sight Visited

  • Bahia Palace
    Bahia Palace

    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

1
Day 1: Marrakech
At 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 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.  
  • Included Activities; Welcome Meeting
  • Optional Activities ; Group Dinner ( MAD 100)
  • Meals ; No
 
2
Day 2: Marrakech, Essaouira
After breakfast we will discover Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace & Dar Si Said Museum before we depart for Essaouira. On our way to the next destination, we will stop at Argan Women Cooperative & discover the making process of Argan oil. In the evening, you have an option to visit the Medina of Essaouira, an UNESCO World Heritage listed city.
  • Included Activities;
  • Saadian Tombs & Bahia Palace, Argan Women Cooperative, Sightseeing Essaouira
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast
3
Day 3: Essaouira, Casablanca
Today we’ll make our way to Casablanca where we will first have a guided tour of the gigantic Hassan II Mosque, the largest in all Africa. Our visit will continue with United Nations Square, Anfa Residential Quarter and a short medina visit. Before dinner, we will have a short photo stop by Rick’s Café & watch the sunset by the ocean.  
  • Included Activities; Sightseeing Casablanca
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast
4
Day 4: Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Tetouan
Today we will drive to Rabat & discover the beautiful capital city of Morocco set in a rich, amber-colored landscape combining the ancient history with the modern Moroccan culture. Our guided tour will include the Kasbah visit which overlooks the Bouregreg River, Royal Palace, Chellah Ruins, Mohammed V Mausoleum and Hassan II Tower. At the end of the intensive city tour, we will make our way to Chefchaouen, the Blue City, and wander the narrow streets of this breathtaking mountain village. Overnight stay in Tetouan.  
  • Included Activities; Sightseeing Rabat, Chefchaouen
  • Optional Activities ;
  • Spanish Mosque (Chefchaouen)
  • Meals ; Breakfast
5
Day 5: Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fes
Today we will continue to explore the blue city of Morocco, Chefchaouen! Our visit includes the medina, Outa el-Hammam Square, waterfall of Ras el-Maa and the Spanish Mosque which has the best view of Chefchaouen. In the afternoon, we will drive to the cultural heart of Morocco, Fes. This city is the third largest in the country and best known for its labyrinth of souks and leather tanneries - the smell will not be forgotten!  
  • Included Activities; Sightseeing Chefchaouen, Trekking in the mountains
  • Optional Activities ; Traditional Hammam, Dinner Show (MAD250)
  • Meals ; Breakfast
6
Day 6: Fes
Today we start to discover the amazing city of Fes including 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) and Pottery & Tannery visits with our local guide.  
  • Included Activities; Sightseeing in Fes, Tannery & Pottery Visits
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast
7
Day 7: Fes, Merzouga
Today we drive through Efran City in High Atlas Mountains and Midelt to reach the village of Merzouga,, famous for majestic sand dunes and a true depiction of the desert landscapes Morocco is known for. On the way to Merzouga, we pass by Tazzarine which is the capital of Henna and Risani, the last city before dunes and the origin of Alaouites dynasty. In the afternoon, after our lunch break at Ziz Valley, we will arrive to Merzouga. Our camel ride will start there to reach our 1st campsite before sunset. 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.  
  • Included Activities; Camel Trek
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast, Luch, Dinner
8
Day 8: Merzouga
Today we will watch the sunrise over the sand dunes before we start the camel trek to the 2nd campsite. After breakfast we will join a 4x4 jeep safari for 2 hours through the Sahara and enjoy the adventurous atmosphere of the desert life. The jeep tour gives us the opportunity to see different beautiful landscapes, isolated Berber villages, oases, dunes and nomads… In the afternoon you can relax by the pool, sandboard or wander around the sand dunes.  
  • Included Activities;
  • 4X4 Jeep Safari, Camel Ride, African Music Show
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast, Luch, Dinner
9
Day 9: Merzouga, Marrakech
After the breakfast, we will depart our 2nd campsite. On the way back, we will drive by film studios in Ouarzazate & have a short photo stop at Tichka mountain pass in the High Atlas region. Late in the afternoon we will reach the fascinating city of Marrakech, the point where the Arab culture of the cities meet the Berber culture of the mountain villages. It's where historically, the sub-Saharan traders (carrying gold, salt and slaves) would trade their wares to the merchants who would then bring them to Europe. Djemaa el-Fna Square - a chaotic area packed with story tellers, snake charmers, acrobats, musicians and folk dancers will be the last stop of the tour.  
  • Included Activities; Sightseeing Marrakech
  • Optional Activities ; No
  • Meals ; Breakfast
10
Day 10: Marrakech
Our trip will end after check-out (11:00am) say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and we bid you safe travels.  
  • Meals ; Breakfast
Start
Price ($)
Wed 19 Dec 2018
$767
Sun 23 Dec 2018
$839
Sat 5 Jan 2019
$842
Sat 2 Feb 2019
$842
Sat 16 Feb 2019
$842
Sat 2 Mar 2019
$842
Sat 16 Mar 2019
$888
Sat 30 Mar 2019
$888
Sat 6 Apr 2019
$888
Sat 20 Apr 2019
$888
Sat 27 Apr 2019
$888
Sat 4 May 2019
$888
Sat 25 May 2019
$888
Sat 1 Jun 2019
$888
Sat 8 Jun 2019
$888
Sat 15 Jun 2019
$888
Sat 22 Jun 2019
$842
Sat 6 Jul 2019
$842
Sat 20 Jul 2019
$842
Sat 3 Aug 2019
$842
Sat 17 Aug 2019
$888
Sat 24 Aug 2019
$842
Sat 31 Aug 2019
$888
Sat 7 Sep 2019
$888
Sat 14 Sep 2019
$888
Sat 21 Sep 2019
$888
Sat 28 Sep 2019
$888
Sat 5 Oct 2019
$888
Sat 12 Oct 2019
$888
Sat 19 Oct 2019
$888
Sat 26 Oct 2019
$888
Sat 2 Nov 2019
$888
Sat 9 Nov 2019
$888
Sat 16 Nov 2019
$888
Sat 23 Nov 2019
$888
Sat 7 Dec 2019
$888
Thu 19 Dec 2019
$911
Thu 26 Dec 2019
$911

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

BLUE SEA LE PRINTEMPS HOTEL - MARRAKECH

This hotel is well located close to Plaza Square, and it has an outdoor swimming pool to offer.

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PALM MENARA HOTEL - MARRAKECH

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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.

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YASMINA HOTEL - MERZAUGA

Yasmina Hotel offers pleasure of watching both sunrise and sunset over the desert, hotel has also an outdoor swimming pool.

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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.

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IBIS CITY CENTER HOTEL - CASABLANCA

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HOTEL MIRAMAR - ESSAOUIRA

Overlooking the bay of Essaouira, this Moorish beachfront hotel is Located in the center of Essaouira.

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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 2017. 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!

4.93
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4.96
Transportation
4.95
Value for Money
4.97
Guide
4.96
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Mane-Christine Moon

Hassan was very proffesional. He kept everyones best interest at heart. Really good person and made the tour awesome !
Hassan made the tour.

Amazing !!!

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Anna James

Fantastic tour guide and driver made the tour!!!

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Jessica O’Callaghan

Our guide Bader was amazing. Full of information, friendly, professional and good sense of humour. Really really happy with our guide, our driver (Ibrahim) and the tour in general.

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Melinda Varcoe

Such a fantastic tour. People were great, organisation great, guides fantastic. Wonderful trip!!!

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Mihiri Perera

Had a great time. Loved Morocco. Would love to come back.

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Larissa Lewis

Thanks to Ahmed very god tour guide, very helpful.Airport transfer was great our flight was even delayed thanks for the pick up.

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Erica Neske

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.

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B. Stracman

Our guide was amazing.His love of his country and his want to share it as beyond the norm.Thanks to him I will never forget my trip.

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Shane Lone

Greta tour and tour guide.Perfectly suited our want to see a lot of Morocco in limited time.Really enjoyed Ahmed’s informative talks on the bus which gave a great insight into everyday Moroccan life.

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Olawa Kemi Otesile

Tour guide was great.Tour guide was very informative and helpful.He made the tour very enjoyable experience.All staff were great.

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