Morocco Discovery Tour
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The Morocco Discovery Tour is an amazing adventure, taking travelers on a semi-circular journey through diverse landscapes and cultural experiences.
Starting in Casablanca and visiting Rabat and Fes provides a glimpse into Morocco's historical and contemporary significance. These cities offer a blend of ancient heritage and modernity, showcasing architectural marvels, bustling markets, and historical sites.
Heading south towards Marrakech, the tour promises a captivating desert experience. Passing through Berber Villages and Kasbahs on the way to Erfoud and Ouarzazate offers an authentic encounter with traditional Berber culture and stunning desert scenery.
The highlight of the journey is the opportunity to witness a spectacular sunrise over the dunes, an experience that's likely to be etched in memory forever. The desert's tranquility combined with the breathtaking sight of the sun rising over the dunes creates an unforgettable moment.
The return journey to Casablanca, passing through beautiful gorges and scenic routes, adds another layer of natural beauty to the tour. These landscapes are often awe-inspiring and offer fantastic photo opportunities, allowing travelers to soak in the stunning vistas.
This tour appears to provide a well-rounded exploration of Morocco, encompassing historical cities, desert adventures, cultural encounters, and picturesque landscapes, ensuring a journey filled with unforgettable moments and lasting memories.
At a glance
| SAT | Arrive Casablanca. Meet and transfer to Hotel for overnight |
| SUN | Casablanca - Fez via Meknes |
| MON | Full-day sightseeing tour of Fes |
| TUE | See Rabat before arriving in Marrakech |
| WED | Full-day Marrakech tour |
| THU | Travel via Merzouga - Erfoud and Tinghirto Ouarzazate |
| FRI | Onwards to Ait Benhaddou before arriving in Marrakech |
| SAT | Full-day tour of Marrakech |
| SUN | Return to Casablanca |
| MON | Last day in Morocco. Services end with your transfer to the Airport |
Highlights
- Airport transfers with assistance at arrival and departure
- Accommodation in Half-board in Comfort hotels in Double/Twin rooms
- Sightseeing and visits according to the program
- Transportation with AC Deluxe vehicle with driver
- Bilingual tour escort during the trip
- Local English-speaking guides
- Entrance fees to the monuments
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Itinerary
Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Erfoud (B/D)
After breakfast, leave for Erfoud via Immouzzer Kandar, the cedar woods of the middle Atlas. Pass by the charming ski resort Ifrane and then Azrou.
Optional lunch in Midelt.
Continue to Erfoud via Errachidia and the Ziz Valley dotted with palm trees which are the source for the yearly date festival in Erfoud.
Dinner & overnight in Erfoud
Erfoud - Merzouga (B/D)
- Depart on a visit to Rissani village with the possibility to visit fossil carriers.
- Rissani is a traditional town and the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty as well as the meeting place of the old Caravan trade as far as Timbouctou in Mali, a visit to its souk is also included.
- Optional lunch.
- Drive to Merzouga dunes with your 4WD driver to admire the spectacular sunset over the dunes and spend the night under Berber tents.
- Dinner and overnight in camp.
- Optional: Cameluga ride experience along the dunes of Merzouga
Merzouga - Erfoud - Tinghir (B/D)
- Transfer to Erfoud by 4WD. Leave for Tinghir, and visit its magnificent Todra Canyons where rocks reach an altitude of 250m.
- Optional lunch in a local restaurant near the canyons.
- Afternoon, travel to Ouarzazate via the road of the 1000 Kasbahs crossing Kalaat M’Gouna & Skoura Valley.
- A short tour of Ouarzazate city upon arrival.
- Dinner & overnight at your hotel
Inclusions
- Meet and assist on arrival and departure by our local representative
- Sightseeing tours and intercity transfers as per itinerary in AC vehicle
- Accommodation in selected hotels in double/twin sharing
- Meals: as mentioned
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
Exclusions
- International flights – Departure & Fuel taxes (Contact us for best airfares)
- Personal expenses, meals and drinks unless otherwise specified
- Travel insurance
- Moroccan visa fee
- Tips
- Services not stated in the itinerary
Validity
Tour dates:
FEB 24: 3 and 17
JUN 24: 8 and 22
JUL 24: 6 and 20
Contact us for any other travel date required
Country information
Best time to go
The best times to visit Turkey’s archaeological sites and cities are in spring (Apr-May) and autumn (Sep-Oct) as the temperature is warm, but not too hot.
High summer (Jun-Aug) can be hot: best time for beach holidays. Winters can be cold and many hotels though city breaks are still an option. Turkey does offer ski options during the winter months
Morocco food & drink
Moroccan cuisine is famous throughout the world and is quite unique. Full of subtle spices and tantalizing combinations of flavors, Morocco's cuisine is sure to please every palate. During your stay in Morocco, you must try the warming tagines, flaky pastillas, spicy hariras and fishy chermoula.
When you’re looking for something to drink, mint tea (known as Berber whiskey) is the national drink and you’ll find it enjoyed everywhere.
Culture and Language
Fridays are a holy day so expect shops and market stalls to close around midday. And during the month of Ramadan (the dates of which change every year), you should refrain from eating, drinking or smoking in public as a mark of respect. The consumption of alcohol is forbidden in Islam, but it can still be purchased in larger stores, especially in touristy areas, and in hotels and restaurants. Arabic and Berber are the official languages. French is often used for business, diplomatic and government issues
Morocco is a visual feast and it can be hard to know where to point your camera first! Landscapes are no problem as they rarely have an issue with their picture being taken. When photographing people though, it’s important to be respectful – imagine how you’d feel if strangers started to take your picture without a by-your-leave! Always ask permission first, and it helps if you get to know your subject a bit better. Moroccans are very friendly, and you should have no trouble getting to know them.
Getting around
Metered “Petit Taxi” is available in all major Moroccan cities. The cheapest and most popular way of getting around to country is to make use of the extensive Coach network. Private operators compete for travelers on the more popular routes. Casablanca has a super modern rapid transit tram system. Moroccan Rail (ONCF) has a network connecting North Morocco only. Centers such as Agadir and Essaouira do not have rail networks
Tipping
There are no hard and fast rules, but it’s generally accepted that a 10% tip is suitable when eating out and for tour guides. Round up your taxi fare to the nearest five dirhams, but don’t feel obliged to tip if you aren’t happy with the service.
Favourite Dishes
B’stilla: a flaky pastry pie is stuffed with steaming tender pigeon meat, almonds and eggs and spiced with aromatic saffron, cinnamon and fresh coriander
Harira: a hearty bowl of soup, prepared with lamb broth, tomatoes, red lentils, chickpeas, topped with a squeeze of zesty lemon juice and a handful of chopped coriander
Tagine: slow-cooked stews always served with bread to mop up those smoky, hearty juices. Chicken slow-cooked with green olives and preserved lemons is perhaps the classic base, but lamb with plums and allspice is certainly a local favorite.
Ktefa: a traditional Moroccan dessert made with warqa pastry. It’s layered with delicious, sweetened fried almonds and covered with a custard sauce