Morocco. Exotic Morocco Tour

Days 1 - 3: Casablanca / Volubilis / Moulay Idris / Fez

After arriving in Casablanca, explore some of the region’s ancient sites, such as the Mosque of Hassan II (the second largest mosque in the world), the Mohammed V Mausoleum and the remains of the Hassan Tower. Rest up for the night and then travel to Fez, stopping along the journey to see palaces and tombs, explore Volubilis (a World Heritage Site and Morocco’s largest Roman ruin site) and walk the cobbled streets of Moulay Idriss. In Fez, take a walking tour through a bustling medina with visits to a tannery, wool souk, spice shops and stalls loaded with Moroccan delicacies. Meet shopkeepers and craftsmen; visit the Qaraouine University, the Madrassa (Quranic school) and the Moulay Idriss II memorial; and then share a traditional dinner with a local Arab family. Overnights are at Riad Kalaa and Dar Anebar (or similar).

Accomodations: Riad Kalaa, Dar Anebar

Days 4 - 5: Atlas Mountains / Sahara Desert

Take a high road through the Atlas Mountains and descend to the mighty Saharan Desert, passing lush forests and the Beni Mguild Berber capital of Midelt along the way. After arriving in Rissani, participate in a henna ceremony. The next day brings you on an unforgettable Moroccan adventure. Join Touareg nomads and ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi, a vast expanse of huge, drifting sand dunes, to a desert camp. Enjoy a cold drink and a delicious dinner under the star-lit desert sky before tucking in for the night (a hotel is available to those who may not want to camp in the desert). Overnights are at Kasbah Ennasra and at a luxury desert encampment.

Accomodations: Kasbah Ennasra, Desert Encampment

Days 6 - 7: Ait Ben Haddou / Marrakech

Wake early to ride your camel as the sun creeps over the vast desert horizon and then set off by vehicle to drive to Todra Gorge. Walk through the beautiful oasis to the spectacular carved gorge, passing locals tending their crops,and then stop to rest for the night in Ait Ben Haddou. The next day, travel to Marrakech, after visiting the village of Ait Ben Haddou (a World Heritage Site and the setting for many desert films, including Lawrence of Arabia, Monty Python’s The Life of Brian andGladiator). Arriving in Marrakech mid-afternoon, there is time to explore Djemaa el-Fna, the huge square in the medina with an eclectic array of jugglers, storytellers, snake charmers, musicians and soothsayers.Overnights are at Riad Ksar Ighnda and at Riad Daria or similar.

Accomodations: Riad Ksar Ighnda, Riad Daria

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 8 - 9: Marrakech / Departure

Prepare for a full day exploring Marrakech, Morocco’s southern capital: tour the Palais de la Bahaia (the place that housed Bou Ahmed’s four wives, 24 concubines and numerous children), and visit the Saadian Tombs, the royal burial ground of the Saadian dynasty. Based on time and interest, walk among the narrow streets and shops of the old city, and view the extensive Berber collection of clothing, jewelry, textiles, doors, baskets and carpets at the Maison Tiskiwin. Enjoy a farewell dinner and one last night at the Riad Daria or Riad Samsara before transferring to the airport in time for your international departure home.

Accomodations: Riad Daria, Riad Samsara

Scheduled Departure Dates

Departures available on request
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10/5 - 10/13/2013

11/2 - 11/10/2013

Dates listed are current scheduled departures only, other departure dates are available.

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