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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 12 Day Morocco: Historic Cities & Sand Dunes of the Sahara. Morocco — where history, vibrant cultures, and tantalizing flavours meet across breathtaking landscapes, ancient cities, and bustling souks. Immerse yourself over 12 unforgettable days, exploring epic sites like the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. Feel the magic of the Sahara as you ride a camel across golden dunes, and connect with local communities steeped in centuries-old traditions. Wander Chefchaouen’s dreamy blue streets, dive into the lively medinas...read more of Fes and Marrakech, and savour Morocco’s rich flavours through hands-on, community-led experiences. Let the warmth and passion of Morocco’s people leave a lasting mark on your journey.
Itinerary
If you’re looking for more time in Casablanca, we recommend booking a pre-night and exploring some of the many amazing sites in the city. Stay: Kyriad Residence Casablanca Centre Ville
Enjoy some breakfast at the hotel and then visit the Hassan II Mosque, which is one of the largest in the world and can accommodate up to 25,000 worshippers inside and 80,000 in the courtyards. Travel northwest towards Rabat and tour the city with a local guide to learn about the history as a Roman settlement and home to pirates. Visit Kasbah des Oudaias, a walled quarter with gardens and pretty views of the Atlantic Ocean. Stroll through the city’s medina and souks with a stop at one of the stalls for mint tea and Moroccan sweets. From there the group will walk to the Mohamed the 5th Mausoleum and the iconic 12th-century minaret known as the Hassan Tower. Lunch will be had on your own at a spot in Rabat before travelling onwards to Meknés, the former capital of the country. Enjoy some time to rest and relax at the hotel, or maybe choose to find a nearby restaurant for dinner. Stay: Hotel Swani (B)
Start the day on the streets of Meknes’ old medina and vibrant market stalls with loads of handicrafts. Then spend time visiting various historical sites before travelling to ancient Volubilis for an inside look at Morocco’s culture at the partly-excavated Berber-Roman city. Walk along the ancient hilltop ruins with a local expert guide and see the town’s mosaics for yourself. Head onwards to Chefchaouen, or the ‘Blue City’ as it is so fondly known. The evening will be spent free at the hotel for downtime. Stay: Puerta Azul Chefchaouen (B)
In the morning, set off on a CEO-led walking tour of Chefchaouen and witness the beautiful blue alleys and charm of this place for yourself. Stop by the medina and the Kasbah of Chefchaouen. Free time will be given for lunch in the area before the drive to Fes. The group will arrive in the early evening and enjoy a traditional dinner experience together featuring staples of Moroccan cuisine. Stay: Hotel Zahrat Al Jabal (B/D)
Discover the fascinating city of Fes in the cultural heart of the country. Join an expert guide and head into the vibrant, noisy, and sensory overwhelming city medina. Enter through one of the great gates into the chaos. Spend time exploring the artisans’ quarters as well as the many carpenters, bakers, butchers, and spice sellers that you pass along the way. Arrive back at the hotel in the late afternoon for a free evening in Fes. Stay: Hotel Zahrat Al Jabal (B)
Travel towards the simplistic nature of the High Atlas Mountains and drive south and inland through fertile valleys and rocky landscapes to the off-the-beaten path town of Midelt. There will be a stop along the way to Ifrane for tea and to learn more about this tiny Switzerland town of Morocco. In the market town of Midelt, lunch will be had with a local family in the area featuring a traditional home-cooked meal highlighting the authentic flavours of Berber cuisine. Stretch those legs with a walk through the lovely Berber villages in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains near town before an introduction to the ancient art of henna from a group of local women. Check-in to the hotel in the late afternoon and opt to swim in the pool before dinner this evening. Stay: Hotel Kasbah Asmaa Midelt (B/L/D)
Travel through the changing scenery on the journey to the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi outside of Merzouga and just across the border from Algeria. Stop along the way to visit the town of Arfoud. It’s here that you’ll learn about date production and you can buy a desert scarf. Upon arrival to Merzouga the group will climb atop the camels and ride to the desert camp where a cup of tea will be served. Hike up the nearest dune for sunset before a delicious dinner by firelight at the camp accompanied by the melodies of Berber musicians. Fall asleep peacefully under the stars. Stay: Camp- Auberge Dunes D'Or Camp (B/D)
Wake with the sun and have breakfast at camp surrounded by dunes. Hop on 4x4s for an adventurous journey through Erg Chebbi’s captivating landscape and learn more about the secrets of kohl at a nearby mine. Deeper in the region the group will encounter the welcoming Amazigh nomads and learn about their fascinating ways of life amid the harsh realities of the desert. Share in the warmth of their hospitality as you savour some refreshing mint tea in one of their traditional dwellings. At the nearby charming village of Khamlia the group will learn the rich history of Gnaoua music and be treated to a performance, which holds a special place in the Sahara's cultural tapestry. Travel to Taous village for today’s Medfouna class and discover the steps to making this traditional dish. Sample your creations before travelling back to Merzouga in the 4x4 for some free time and a bonfire with dinner and music to cap off the night. Stay: Auberge Dunes D'Or (B/L/D)
Travel to Skoura, an oasis city famed for its date palms and imagine discovering this haven after days or months travelling through the desert. Enjoy the views of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains in the distance and listen as your guide offers commentary on Skoura's significance, and provides an overview of the landscape and its defining features. The rest of the day will be spent back at the hotel with free time to enjoy the pool and cool town after a day in the heat. Dinner will be had at the hotel this evening as a group. Stay: Skoura Lodge (B/L/D)
Drive along the winding roads of the Atlas crossing Tishka pass with unforgettable views of the countryside and surrounding mountains en route to Marrakech, a city steeped in both history and modernity. Along the way pay a visit to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, perched on a hilltop and almost unchanged since the 11th century. You may recognize it from a long list of film and TV credits, including Lawrence of Arabia, Game of Thrones and Gladiator. Enjoy a walk through the winding streets of the old town, make your way to the top of the hill, and stare at the views across the surrounding plains. Later, for anyone interested, your CEO will be leading a guided walk to explore the city centre of Marrakech known as Gueliz. Head to the public square and finish out your day at a local spot for dinner on your own. Stay: Hotel Meriem Marrakech (B)
Visit the Zarbiat Achbarou Cooperative today outside of Marrakech starting with the tree nursery and the ancient Jewish Cemetery with a local caretaker. Then, hear more about the project details at the women’s cooperative where women who have been challenged by social norms can create a hopeful future for themselves and their families. Sit down for a hands-on weaving experience and an early lunch made by the women of Zarbiat Achbarou. Back in Marrakech the group will explore the tranquil courtyards, and the many salons and chambers that make up Bahia Palace. This splendid mansion was built in 1866 for a former slave who rose to power within the government. Then, see the Ben Youssef Madrasa, a 14th-century Islamic college known for its beautiful Moorish architecture and intricate tilework. Start the guided visit of Marrakech’s medina and prepare for a fully immersive experience of the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of this incredible market. The optional farewell dinner tonight will be at a local food stall within the Djemaa el-Fnaa square. Stay: Hotel Meriem Marrakech (B/L)
Opt to get up early and catch the sunrise over Marrakech by pre-booking the Hot Air Balloon excursion. Please ensure you allow enough time to return from the activity when planning your onward journey. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- See the impressive ruins of Volubilis on a guided visit.
- Explore Morocco’s Blue City with a CEO-led tour through Chefchaouen’s vibrant streets and colourful alleys.
- Immerse yourself in the Fés medina on a guided tour and end with a delicious meal in a traditional riad.
- Ride a camel across the Sahara’s red dunes to a desert camp.
- Join local women for a homemade lunch at a community cooperative near Marrakech.
- Your G for Good Moment: Zarbiat Achbarou Cooperative Visit, Morocco
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Dinner in Fés, Fès
- Your Foodie Moment: Lunch with a Local Family Midelt, Midelt
- Visit to Hassan II Mosque
- City visit of Rabat
- Meknes medina walking tour
- Volubilis guided visit
- CEO-led walk of Chefchaouen
- Guided tour of Fes medina
- Lunch inside a traditional Riad
- Stop in Ifrane for tea
- Learn about the art of Henna from local women
- Hike through Berber Villages in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains
- Visit the town of Arfoud and learn about the production of dates
- Ride on camels to the desert camp
- Watch sunset atop a sand dune
- Enjoy a Berber dance performance and dinner by firelight
- 4x4 ride through Erg Chebbi's dunes
- Medfouna cooking class in Taous village
- Guided city tour to the Valley of One Thousand Kasbahs
- Ait Ben Haddou visit
- Cross Tishka pass en route to Marrakech
- Optional CEO-led walk of Marrakech’s city centre
- City tour with Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, Koutoubia Mosque, and Marrakech medina
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (9 Nights), Desert Camp (1 Night), Lodge (1 Night)
- On this trip you can expect to stay in local hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. Where a town has both an ancient medina and a "ville nouvelle" we generally stay in the ville nouvelle, both because the standard of hotels is higher, and because travellers (especially women) often find the medinas at night a little confronting. Please note that Morocco is a developing country and as such the infrastructure is not as reliable as you would expect at home. Expect quirky plumbing and the odd cold shower!
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
- Private vehicle, 4x4, walking, camels
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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