Highlights of Morocco
Highlights of Morocco
$1295
Highlights of Morocco
10 Days Starting and ending in Casablanca, Morocco
Visiting: Arrive In Casablanca, Morocco, Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Ifrane, Erfoud, The Road Of A Thousand Kasbahs, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, Marrakesh
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Tour code:
6780-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Our affordable tour of Morocco truly is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Exotic and fascinating, the Kingdom of Morocco is rich in history and culture, revealing intriguing historic sights, authentic cuisine, and changing scenery that is perfect for value-minded travel lovers wanting to explore and learn about a new destination. This itinerary takes in the Imperial cities of Morocco, such as Fez, Marrakech, Meknes, and Rabat, as well as inspiring cities, like Ouarzazate, Casablanca and Erfoud. In the red city of Marrakesh, step back in time as you wander through the Jemaa-el-Fna, the main square and exotic bazaar, offering some of the greatest open-air entertainment. Listen to the storytellers—an integral part of the culture—and browse for handicrafts. In Fez, take an optional tour to visit the ancient medina. Founded in the 9th century, it is one of the largest medieval cities in the world and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this comprehensive and affordable tour of Morocco, you will also be enchanted by beautiful oasis, stunned by the beauty of the desert, and surprised by the mountain scenery of the Middle Atlas. You’ll also visit Casablanca and see its modern great Mosque and Meknes, where you'll visit the royal stables built to once house 12,000 royal horses. Your tour also takes you to Ouarzazate, where you'll visit the Kasbah de Taourirt, and the amazing, fortified city of Ait Benhaddou, used as set to the “Gladiator” movie. Stop at the mountain resort of Ifrane; overnight in Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, and visit Rabat, Morocco’s vibrant capital. From the Middle Atlas Mountain range and Ziz Gorges to arid desert, this budget-minded Morocco vacation will amaze you with spectacular scenery.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Casablanca,Morocco
Location: Arrive In Casablanca, Morocco
Check into your hotel. Later, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2: Casablanca,Rabat,Meknes,Fez
Location: Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Skirt the Atlantic coast to Rabat, once a lair of the corsairs and now the country’s capital. The highlights of the included sightseeing tour are the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah of Oudayas. Continue to Meknes and see its monumental gates, mosque, palace, and miles of protective walls during your guided tour. Visit the Royal stables, originally built to once house 12,000 of the royal horses. Travel east towards Fez, Morocco’s most enchanting city. Today’s Distance: 186 mi/ 300 km
Day 3: Fez
Location: Fez
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the day at leisure in ancient Fez, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. Envision a magic carpet ride in Fez with an optional sightseeing tour to visit the exotic ancient UNESCO World Heritage site of Medina and walk through a maze of narrow, bustling streets and alleys that are home to brilliantly hued souks.
Day 4: Fez,Ifrane,Erfoud
Location: Fez, Ifrane, Erfoud
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel today into the very heart of Morocco. Stop in the quiet, French-built alpine mountain resort of Ifrane. Verdant cedar forests give way to volcanic mountains and windswept plains as you travel across the Middle Atlas range. Pass fortified mud-and-straw villages and descend into the spectacular Ziz gorges. The landscape becomes progressively more arid as you enter a stony desert. Approaching Erfoud, encounter an unexpected and breathtaking surprise: the peaceful oasis of the Ziz Valley. Today’s Distance: 255 mi/ 410 km
Day 5: Erfoud
Location: Erfoud
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The best choice today is an included excursion to Rissani. See the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, the first ruler of the Alaouite Dynasty, and get a feel for daily life in a Berber town. This evening, experience an oasis mirage while witnessing a magical sunset over the windswept Sahara Desert dunes.
Day 6: Erfoud,The Road Of A Thousand Kasbahs,Ouarzazate
Location: Erfoud, The Road Of A Thousand Kasbahs, Ouarzazate
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Upon leaving Erfoud, we learn about the Khettaras, ancient underground irrigation systems. Enjoy the drive through the eastern slopes of the Atlas Mountains and arrive at the Tinghir oasis with its green valley of palms and local villages. On to the impressive Todra Gorge, then along the Dades Valley. Arrive in the film capital of Morocco, Ouarzazate, where you’ll visit the Kasbah de Taourirt, the intricate and fascinating residence of Pasha Thami el Glaoui. Today’s Distance: 217 mi/ 350 km
Day 7: Ouarzazate,Aït Benhaddou,Tizi-N-Tichka Pass,Marrakesh
Location: Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, Marrakesh
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Aït Benhaddou, an ancient, fortified city, famous as a film location for “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Gladiator.” Pass through picturesque villages surrounded by craggy mountains towards 7,414-foot-high Tizi-n-Tichka Pass in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. Each new twist in the road leads to a different, more dramatic landscape. Leaving the pass behind, see the landscape gradually change to a tapestry of red ochre. Enter the gates of the red-hued imperial city of Marrakesh, justly considered the most fascinating of all Moroccan cities. Tonight, experience the vibrant culture and cuisine of the original inhabitants of North Africa with an optional exotic floor show and dinner in traditional Berber style. Today’s Distance: 127 mi/ 205 km
Day 8: Marrakesh
Location: Marrakesh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Get to know this fascinating city on an included city sightseeing with a Local Guide, featuring Majorelle Gardens, created by the French Orientalist artist Jacques Majorelle over almost 40 years, starting in 1923, and purchased in 1980 by French fashion designers Yves Saint-Laurent and Pierre Bergé; Bahia Palace, built in the 19th century and intended to capture the essence of the Islamic and Moroccan style, and former royal residence, and a walk through the ancient quarters to the fascinating Jemaa-el-Fna square and its exotic bazaar. You’ll feel as if you’ve stopped the march of time.
Day 9: Marrakesh,Casablanca
Location: Marrakesh, Casablanca
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Morocco’s magical city of Marrakesh for the journey back to Casablanca. On arrival, see the main sights and visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque in the company of a Local Guide. Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Day 10: Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at various hotels including Novotel Casablanca City Center, Menzeh Zalagh, Kasbah Tizimi, Ibis Ouarzazate Center, and Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa.
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Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily and 5 dinners are included.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours in Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Ouarzazate, and Marrakesh.
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Excursions
Excursions to Rissani, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, and the Kasbah de Taourirt.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Casablanca Hassan Mosque 2, Historic City of Meknes, Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Medina of Marrakesh, and Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City).
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Transport
Transport between cities including Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Ifrane, Erfoud, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, and Marrakesh.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions in Fez and the desert are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 5 dinners
UNESCO Sites
Casablanca Hassan Mosque 2|Historic City of Meknes|Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou|Medina of Marrakesh|Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City)
Accommodation
Casablanca:Kyriad Casablanca Centre VilleFez:Menzeh ZalaghErfoud:Kasbah TizimiOuarzazate:Ibis Ouarzazate CenterMarrakesh:Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & SpaCasablanca:Hotel Prince De Paris
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
Travel through Morocco by comfortable coach, visiting key cities and landmarks. Enjoy scenic drives through the Atlas Mountains, the Ziz Valley, and the Dades Valley.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay at various hotels including Novotel Casablanca City Center, Menzeh Zalagh in Fez, Kasbah Tizimi in Erfoud, Ibis Ouarzazate Center, and Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa in Marrakesh.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, buffet breakfasts are provided daily and 5 dinners are included in the tour package.
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What guided tours are included in the itinerary?
Guided tours are included in Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Ouarzazate, and Marrakesh.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional excursions available in Fez and the desert, but they are not included in the tour package.
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What UNESCO World Heritage Sites will we visit?
The tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Historic City of Meknes, Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Medina of Marrakesh, and Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City).
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Casablanca, Morocco.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Are international and domestic flights included in the tour package?
No, international and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
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What personal expenses are not covered by the tour package?
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included in the tour package.
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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included in the tour package.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cosmos requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.