Best of Morocco - 13 days

Best of Morocco - 13 days

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Best of Morocco - 13 days

13 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech

Visiting: Marrakech, Majorelle Gardens & Marrakech City Tour, UNESCO World Heritage Listed - Ait Benhaddou & Ouarzazate, Camel trek in the Sahara, Fes, Todra Gorge, Ait Benhaddou, Essaouira

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

1769/BOM

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Age range:

18yrs or 16yrs accompanied by an adult

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Cultural

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NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

The journey of a lifetime awaits in Morocco on this exhilarating two week adventure. From the sights and sounds of Marrakech, the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou and the vast Sahara Desert, to the history of Fes, Rabat and Meknes, there’s plenty to amaze. Plus top off your trip with a relaxing few days by the coast in breezy Essaouira.

Highlights

  • Marrakech - Wander around the UNESCO-listed medina, mosque, palaces and souks and visit Yves Saint Laurent's famous blue gardens

  • Casablanca - Explore Morocco's largest city and visit the famous Hassan II Mosque, which can hold 25,000 worshippers

  • Rabat - Enjoy a guided tour of the capital of Morocco to see the Chellah necropolis and Royal Palace

  • Meknes - Discover another of Morocco's imperial cities, known as the 'Versailles of Morocco'

  • Volubilis - Wander around these UNESCO-listed Roman ruins, some of the best-preserved in Morocco

  • Fes - Explore the oldest medieval city in the world and visit its medina, dye pits and tanneries

  • Essaouira - Relax and enjoy some free time in this ancient medina with its wind-swept beaches and charming cafes

  • Sahara Desert - Ride a camel or jeep into the Erg Chebbi sand dunes and star gaze the Sahara skies

  • Todra Gorge - Admire this towering red canyon, which is more than 1,000 feet high in places

  • Ait Benhaddou - Dive into this fortified kasbah, which is protected by UNESCO and has starred in many famous movies

Itinerary

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Day 1: Marrakech

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Adam Park Hotel & Spa

Upon arrival at Marrakech airport you’ll be met and transferred to our hotel in the centre of town. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore Marrakech - why not head to the medina and discover the delights of Djemaa el Fna, the exuberant market place, which is a hive of activity, sights and smells at both day and night. Later on there will be a welcome meeting at the hotel at 19:30hrs.

Day 2: Majorelle Gardens & Marrakech City Tour

Location: Majorelle Gardens & Marrakech City Tour

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Adam Park Hotel & Spa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast we head over to the beautiful Majorelle Gardens just a short drive from the hotel. These botanical gardens were designed by the French Artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s and 1930s. He used a distinctive shade of cobalt blue for the majority of the garden and although a lot of his other work has largely been forgotten – this garden is seen as his greatest master piece. The garden has been owned by Yves Saint Laurent since 1980 and his ashes were scattered here after his death in 2008. The garden contains an extensive collection of exotic plants and trees and is home to 15 species of bird. There is also a Berber Museum representing the various indigenous tribes of Morocco including over 600 artefacts. The newly opened Yves Saint Laurent museum nearby is also well worth a visit - this museum was opened in 2017 and is dedicated to the life and works of Yves Saint Laurent himself. Please note entrance into the YSL museum is not included and costs 100 MAD per person if you would like to go in.





This afternoon you will meet up with the rest of the group who are coming in from Casablanca before embarking on a guided tour of Marrakech. Inside the rose coloured medina walls is a tangle of winding streets and alleys that open onto verdant gardens and bustling souks. At the heart of the medina is Djemaa El Fna, the city's exuberant market place and towering over it, is the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the tallest building in the city.



Day 3: Unesco World Heritage Listed - Ait Benhaddou & Ouarzazate

Location: UNESCO World Heritage Listed - Ait Benhaddou & Ouarzazate

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Riad dar Chamaa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate. Departing the city this morning we travel across the plains of haouz and reach the great High Atlas mountains. Climbing over the pass of Tizi n Tichka, we stop for lunch and then continue onwards with great views over the Mountains and valleys to Ait Benhaddou. This incredible ancient fortified Kasbah was built for defence purposes high on a hill and is a stunningly well preserved medieval city which has famously featured in many blockbuster movies, including Gladiator and Laurence of Arabia as its beauty is unequal to any other fortified kasbah in south Morocco. Carrying on we continue south to the Hollywood of North Africa – Ouarzazate (pronounced war-zazat). Ouarzazate is famous for being the filming location for many other Hollywood blockbusters and famous TV shows including James Bond – The Living Daylights, The Mummy and more recently Game of Thrones.

Day 4: Camel Trek In The Sahara

Location: Camel trek in the Sahara

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Desert Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ouarzazate - Todra Gorge - Merzouga (Sahara). This morning we begin our journey into the Sahara with a medley of palm trees, rose fields and magnificent gorges. Travelling from Ouarzazate, there is a possibility of visiting the kasbah Amherdhil in Skoura before seeing the rose fields and reaching scenic Todra Gorge. Surrounded by towering vertical limestone cliffs reaching heights of 1000ft, it is known as Morocco’s Grand Canyon. The charm of Todra lies in its changing colours as the sun slowly moves from east to west. After time to wander through Todra we hit the road again for Merzhouga – our base before we head into the Sahara. Depending on the time of year, spend the afternoon relaxing and swimming before climbing aboard our camels for an incredible trek into the Sahara Desert to watch a beautiful sunset and spend the night at our remote Berber Camp, nestled amongst the dunes of Erg Chebbi. If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost. We enjoy local food, music and an amazing night camping in the Sahara.





If you would prefer the comfort of a hotel with en-suite facilities this evening, opt for our Sahara hotel alternative at no additional cost. Please do let us know your preferred option at the time of booking.

Day 5: Fes

Location: Fes

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Riad Al Makan

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Merzouga (Sahara) - Fes. Departing early, we climb back on our camels disembarking for a truly stunning sunrise. After freshening up and breakfast in Merzouga we’re back on the road heading for Fes. It’s a long drive today however there is a lot to see on the way. We’ll pass through cedar forests full of Barbary Macaque monkeys on our way through the Moyen Atlas mountains. Just before Fes we stop at Ifrane – a beautiful town often likened to a Swiss Alpine resort. Along the way we also start to see our first glimpse of Morocco’s nomadic Berbers – travelling across the mountains and often staying in make shift tents as they head to their next destination. We arrive into Fes in the early evening.

Day 6: Fes

Location: Fes

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Riad Al Makan

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fes is the oldest and largest medieval city in the world and its medina is a cacophony of aromas, sights and sounds. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Fes el Bali - the old walled city. This fascinating medina is a veritable rabbit warren of 9400 alleys that often finish with dead ends – so be sure to stay close to the group! We also visit the dye-pits and tanneries before lunch in the medina. The remainder of the day is at leisure – why not take part in an optional Tagine Making Class or a night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town (both payable locally).

Day 7: Todra Gorge

Location: Todra Gorge

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Riad Dar Alia

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fes - Volubilis - Meknes - Rabat. Departing Fes this morning we visit the fascinating UNESCO listed Roman ruins of Volubilis, which date back to AD40. Continuing on we stop at the Imperial City of Meknes, which became known as the Versailles of Morocco due to its impressive buildings and elaborate monuments. After lunch and some free time our final stop of the day is Rabat – Morocco’s capital where we overnight.

Day 8: Ait Benhaddou

Location: Ait Benhaddou

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Adam Park Hotel & Spa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakech. This morning we take a guided tour of Rabat and visit some of the capital’s highlights, including the impressive Chellah - a necropolis and complex of ancient, medieval ruins, the Royal Palace and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After lunch we continue to Casablanca where we visit the Hassan II Mosque, which has the tallest minaret and is the third largest mosque in the world - it can hold 25,000 worshippers at any one time. After our visit to the mosque we say goodbye to our fellow passengers leaving us in Casablanca and continue on to Marrakech for the night.

Day 9: Marrakech

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Essaouira

Meals Included: Breakfast

Marrakech - Essaouira. Today we have a leisurely morning before starting our journey to Essaouira on Morocco's Atlantic Coast via private transfer, and upon arrival enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure. Why not find a restaurant in the charming old town and try the local cuisine.

Day 10-12: Essaouira

Location: Essaouira

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Essaouira (2), Marrakech (1)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Essaouira – Marrakech. Spend the next three days exploring the sights and delights of Essaouira at your own pace. Set on the rugged shores of the breezy Atlantic Coast, this charming seaside city offers a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech. While away the days here exploring its winding streets lined with whitewash houses, picking your way through the shops in its ancient medina, or by sitting at an ocean-facing restaurant sipping on a cup of coffee. During the warmer months why not try some water sports too, as the windy shores here offer ideal conditions for wind and kite surfing. Early evening of day 12 we return to Marrakech for the night.

Day 13: Marrakech

Location: Marrakech

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our amazing tour of Morocco ends today after hotel check out. An included onward departure transfer to Marrakech airport will be provided.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    3 - 4 star hotels & traditional riads

  • Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal at our Sahara camp

  • 11 nights 3-4 star hotels and riads and 1 night simple accommodation at Sahara Desert camp (hotel alternative available)

  • Guided sightseeing - Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Todra Gorge and Ait Benhaddou and Marrakech

  • Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert

  • Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide days 1 to 9

  • Specialist guides in some cities

  • Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 13

  • All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

  • Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture

  • Entrance Fees: USD$155 - 195pp, paid in local currency

Age Policy

18yrs or 15yrs accompanied by an adult

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the maximum group size?

    24

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 13

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3-4 Star

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

DEBBIE CLEMENT  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

16-Dec-2019

This was my first booking with On the Go Tours and my first trip to Morocco. I am an advocate for Morocco now. I fell in love in love with the place. Morocco is such a beautiful and exotic country. Breathtaking landscapes accompanied by interesting histories and cultures. Doing the trip in Nov-Dec, my friends and I were able to experience almost all the seasons in Morocco, from the lush green plantations of argan and olives, to the freezing snowy mountain of High Atlas, to the cool sandy Desert of Sahara, to the yellowish autumn Maple trees on the way to Fes and the windy beach of Essaouira. True to its name, it was indeed the Best 13 Days of Morocco to us. We were able to sample local cuisines and pastries, immersed ourselves with the locals in different cities, explore the busy medina, learnt how to haggle, got the local hamam massage and even wore the djellabas for a day during the trip. We love the accommodation e, from posh hotel to local riads and cool Berber camp, we tried it all. There were days with long road trips but we didn't mind. The van was very clean and comfortable and our driver Hossain was a good driver. Our guide Jamal was exceptional. I couldn't have asked for a better guide. I had guides before on my previous trips but not many as enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated as Jamal. He took good care of us, making sure all our needs were met, always on standby when we texted him, and always went the extra miles even when he doesn't have too. Though we had local guides in different cities, he was always there watching over us and every ready to come to our assistance. Coming from a country which the weather is hot and humid all year long, my friends and I were ecstatic when we saw the snow, first time. Jamal was sensitive and dear enough to make a stop and take photos with the snow. He didn't have too, but he did. Thank you Jamal. He was also very professional and knowledgeable. He gave us information on the sights we saw from time to time during our road trips. He patiently answered all our questions, even the silly ones. He walked us through the histories and cultures of Morocco. He gave suggestions, haggled for us (at the shops) and even took great photos of us (he was our part time photographer). He is humble, very funny and approachable. We were travelling in a group of eight (my three friends and I, a family of three and a solo traveller) and we all agreed that we did miss his presence when he dropped us off in Essaouira. During our trip, we became close like a big family and we owed that to Jamal. He was the heart of the group. We also enjoyed the lunch picnics he prepared for us. We highly recommend Jamal for tours in Morocco. All in all, Morocco should be in everyone's bucket list. Thank you On the Go for making our trip a smooth ride and to Jamal our guide for the wonderful memories made. We have lots of stories and photos to share back home. Having said that, I wouldn't hesitate to make another booking with On the Go Tours and will surely promote it, and Jamal to my friends. Thank you.

Colin Patchett  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

16-Oct-2018

Our second trip with On the Go Tours. The tour was excellent, with informative and friendly local guides. The accommodation was very good with friendly hosts. The tour group was very welcoming which led to relaxing and enjoyable holiday. The tour guide Jamal was excellent with his knowledge of the country and its people. Jamal was the person who made the trip special by making us laugh and smile everyday.

Stephen McBride  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

11-May-2024

The tour was fantastic and our guide was great. he was very friendly and informative. i would definitely reccomend this trip.

therese falconer  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

28-Sep-2024

Our guide Omar we couldn’t fault he was thoughtful had a great sense of humour he made the tour for us along with the wonderful people we met. We were very disappointed in our final 3 nights when we expected to be in a resort which is what we paid for. If you’re going to change the resort we expect same as was advertised. Also the motel we went to after the camel ride was not good enough our shower didn’t work and we put into a room they had been slept in and not cleaned. Besides these two things we had the most wonderful time and would travel with On-The-Go again. We especially loved the small group size.

Christine Jordan  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

29-Sep-2024

The tour was amazing. Omar is the most fantastic tour guide!

David Harper  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

16-Jul-2019

Excellent tour giving a good over view of the country and culture and thoroughly enjoyable. Our tour guide Hicham paid a key role in ensuring we got the most out of the tour.

Mikhaila Frantz  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

20-Oct-2024

Excellent value for money. Best Tour Company. I have done Egypt, Vietnam. Morocco and India with OTG and always recommend OTG. Some hotels weren’t as clean as they could be and had broken items but taking into consideration the cost, the accommodation is satisfactory and in some instances excellent

Christine Hawke  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

10-May-2024

Guide was great. Tour could have had an extra day travelling from desert to the next destination. We missed the “Swiss village “ due to it being dark and everyone was exhausted. Very disappointing. Also fossils were of great interest to us and only 1 other group member so our time was very brief despite the guide doing his best. Air con on minibus was very poor.

Katharine Mcloughlin  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

28-Apr-2024

Mediocre guide, he was uninterested, distracted, confusing, and unhelpful. The pace was erratic from 12 hours traveling to 0 hours. The hotels ranged from Poor to Excellent. The food at daily stops was terrible. We missed activities because of disorganized schedule. The airport greeter was difficult to find. He spoke in whispers, had poor English, and knew nothing of tour.

Lizette Croft  

Best of Morocco - 13 days

13-Oct-2024

Tour guide was excellent Tour was a bit rushed. Would have preferred multiple days in fewer cities. Too much bus time Pick up for our airport departure never turned up. Had to make our own way there

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