10 Days - Morocco

Tour Pace - This tour has a well balanced pace with two night stays in Fez, Marrakech and Casablanca and overnights in the southern Saharan towns of Erfoud and Ouarzazate, with sufficient free time to absorb the exotic atmosphere.

Fellow Passengers - Your traveling companions on this tour will share your sense of adventure, love of different cultures and desire for new experiences. History buffs are in for a treat as are photographers and lovers of natural beauty.

DAY 1 – DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Casablanca.

DAY 2 – ARRIVE CASABLANCA
Welcome to Morocco, considered the ‘Jewel of North Africa’! Known to the Arabs as “the farthest land of the setting sun”, it is land so intrinsically beautiful and rich with heritage, it has attracted seekers of the exotic over the centuries. Even for the most seasoned travelers, there is much to see and do. Complimentary transfers depart Casablanca Airport to the tour hotel at 09.00, 11.00, 13.00 & 15.00 hours, then relax and settle in. Tonight join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Drink. Hotel: Sheraton. (D)

DAY 3 – CASABLANCA – FEZ
After a sightseeing tour of Casablanca, depart for the capital Rabat to see the mausoleum of King Mohammed V and the Royal Palace. Now on to one of the kingdom’s imperial cities, Meknes, dating back to the 11th century, its surroundings remaining unchanged for centuries. Here make a rare highlight visit inside the Mosque and see Bab el-Mansour gateway before continuing to Fez. Hotel: Crown Palace. (BB,D)

DAY 4 – FEZ
A day packed with fantastic sights and smells as you tour this carefully preserved university city, which had its golden age in the fourteenth century, during the reign of the Merinides dynasty. Visit the medina of Fez and walk through its old streets. See one of the oldest universities in the world, taking time to haggle in the Bazaar and see Moroccan pottery. Oriental rugs are an attraction for bargain hunters – witness this most important handicraft of Fez. Tonight, enjoy a superb Moroccan Dinner and a Folklore Show with drums and belly dancing. (BB,HD)

DAY 5 – FEZ – ERFOUD
Leave the bustle of the city behind and head for the spectacular snow-capped High Atlas Mountains. Pass through Ifrane before reaching the great cedar forests of Azrou. Travel up through the magnificent Ziz Gorges, past palm fringed towns to Er Rachidia, built by the French at an important crossroads. Your destination is Erfoud, on the edge of the Sahara Desert. Hotel: Belere. (BB,L,D)

DAY 6 – ERFOUD – OUARZAZATE
This morning there is the option of mounting camels, ‘the ships of the desert’, to witness the glorious daybreak in the Sahara. Later, venture towards the oasis of Tinehir, noted for its silver and jewellery workshops. Take a detour to explore the Todra Gorge – the Grand Canyon of the Sahara. At Boumalne-du-Dades, encounter the dry rugged Dades Valley, dotted with oases of figs, olives, date palms and with castellated mud houses hugging the slopes. The route concludes at Ouarzazate, film capital of Morocco, with everything from Lawrence of Arabia to Star Wars being filmed here. Hotel: Le Berbere Palace. (BB,L,D)

DAY 7 – OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH
Get your cameras ready as you stop at the village of Aït Benhaddou, boasting one of Morocco’s finest kasbahs. Continue via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass before descending past charming mountain villages, dense woods and green fields to the ochre coloured city of Marrakech.
Hotel: Atlas Medina & Spa. (BB,D)

DAY 8 – MARRAKECH
Sightseeing includes an exploration of the fascinating Medina (old town), the Koutoubia Mosque, whose minaret dominates the Marrakech skyline, and a visit to the secluded tombs of the Saadi dynasty, hidden behind high walls. After some time to watch the dancers, storytellers and acrobats at the bustling Djemaa El Fna Square, take a scenic drive south of Marrakech to the beautiful Ourika Valley. Visit a Moroccan family home to witness a traditional mint tea preparation ceremony before returning to your hotel. Tonight, maybe consider an optional horse and buggy ride to the magical Djemaa el Fna Square to enjoy the sights and sounds by night, followed by dinner in a typical Moroccan restaurant? (BB)

DAY 9 – MARRAKECH – CASABLANCA
Heading towards the Atlantic coast, say goodbye to the snake charmers of Marrakech and drive back to Casablanca and spend your last afternoon of the tour at leisure enjoying this vibrant modern city at your own pace.      
Hotel: Sheraton. (BB,D)

DAY 10 – RETURN USA
Sadly, your Moroccan adventure comes to an end today. Complimentary transfers arrive at the airport at 07.00, 10.00 and 12.00 hours. (BB)

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SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

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