11D Exotic Morocco

Price from $4199 per person on twin sharing basis

Discover amazing Morocco over eleven history-rich days. This tour will allow you to take a step back in time and observe some of the most impressive archaeological and religious sites of Morocco while enjoying the beautiful scenery and culture of this ancient land.

Casablanca – Rabat  – Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades – Tinghir  – Merzouga Erfoud – Ifrane – Fes – Meknes – Volubilis – Chefchaouen – Tangier 

Itinerary

Day 1

Casablanca

Arrival and transfer to hotel.

 

Day 2

Casablanca – Marrakech (B)

Depart for city tour of Casablanca. Begin with an inside visit of Hassan II mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Continue to Ain Diab Corniche for a pleasant stroll along the coast. Your next stop is Mohammed V Square. Enjoy time at leisure at Morocco Mall.  In the afternoon drive to Marrakech.

Day 3

Marrakech (B)

Full day tour of Marrakech, you will be visiting Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace. This Palace was built in the late 19th century and was intended to capture the essence of the Islamic and Moroccan style. Later visit Madrasa Ben Youssef, Continue the tour with the world-famous Jema El Fna Square. Your last stop is the bustling souks in the old medina.

Day 4

Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate (B)

This morning drive through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate.  You will stop at the spectacular fortress of Ait Ben Haddou. The village is a great example of earthen clay architecture. Continue to Ouarzazate, also known as “Morocco’s Hollywood. Later Visit Taourirt Kasbah, which is considered one of the most beautiful kasbahs in Morocco.

Day 5

Ouarzazate – Dades – Tinghir – Merzouga (B)

This morning drive to Dades. The drive is spectacular, winding through stunning desert landscapes, villages with the expansive Jebel Sarhro lunar-scape.  Arrive at Tinghir which is a gorgeous 40km oasis, boasts one of the largest palm groves in the country. Stop at the famous Todra Gorge, a 300m wall, carved deep into the High Atlas Mountains. Your next stop is Merzouga, which is the heart of the desert.

Day 6

Merzouga – Erfoud – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes (B)

Today you will drive to Fes, which is the spiritual capital of Morocco. You will have a stop at Midelt.  Later stop at Ifrane which is a charming town and ski resort. The town experiences snow during winter months and a cool climate during summer. Late in the afternoon, you will arrive in Fes.

Day 7

Fes (B)

The full-day starting with a visit to the largest royal palace in Morocco. Continue with a panoramic view of the ancient medina. Your next stop is Fes El Bali which is the ancient town or Medina, inside Medina, you will visit the famous Al-Karaouine Mosque and Merdersa, which is a Coranic school. Your final stop is the Leather Souq and the oldest Leather Tannery in the world.

 

Day 8

Fes – Meknes – Volubilis – Chefchaouen (B)

Today you will drive to Meknes, you will stop at the massive Bab El Mansour gate, which is the grandest of all imperial Moroccan gateways. Your next stop is Hri Souani, which is a complex of three different buildings built for granaries and stables. Continue to the Roman ruins in Volubilis. You will reach Chefchaouen, the “Blue City” in the evening.

 

Day 9

Chefchaouen – Tangier – Rabat (B)

This morning city tour of Chefchaouen to visit the kasbah of Chefchaouen. This kasbah belongs to the early 18th century. Your next stop is the Plaza Uta el-Hammam, which is the cobbled main square in town. Later transfer to Tangier, the pearl of the north of Morocco and the country’s main gate to Europe. On arrival, you will have a city tour of Tangier. After the tour, you will be transferred to Rabat, the capital of Morocco and one of the country’s imperial cities.

 

Day 10

Rabat – Casablanca (B)

Morning tour of Rabat to visit Kasbah of the Oudayas. Stop next at Mohammed V Mausoleum, which is home to the tombs of the current king's father and grandfather. Your last stop in Rabat is Hassan Tower, which is a minaret built-in 1195. Drive to Casablanca.

 

Day 11

Casablanca (B)

Transfer to the airport.

Includes: Accommodation for 10 nights with meals as specified. Private airport transfers and tour with English speaking driver-guide.

Depart: Daily

Prices quoted are valid from 01 October 19 - 30 September 2020. Cost above is indicative, based on Low Season in NZ Dollars and subject to change due to fluctuation in exchange rates. Please read T&C before booking. Call 09 410 5060 or 0508 EXOTIC (0508 396 842) or email info@exoticholidays.co.nz for more information.