Exotic Morocco (4 Star Hotels)

Exotic Morocco (4 Star Hotels)

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Exotic Morocco (4 Star Hotels)

10 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech

Visiting: Marrakesh, Essaouira, Casablanca, Tetouan, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

M3

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 30

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-70

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $1956 $978 Operator discount: -$978 -50%

NB: Prices correct on 18-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Exotic Morocco perfectly blends history, culture and adventure.



Start off with the bustling markets of Marrakesh and discover the UNESCO World Heritage of charming Essaouira.

Watch the ocean unfold in Casablanca before you soak in the blue streets of Chefchaouen.

Discover the impressive imperial cities of Fes and the capital, Rabat.

Have a tagine under bright stars whilst surrounded by Saharan sand dunes.

Topple all travel experiences with 2 adventure-filled days in the desert.

Highlights

  • Recharge at hand-picked 4-star hotels & savour the desert atmosphere with 2 nights in the Sahara in Desert Camps.

  • Immerse in adventure with two camel treks and jeep safari in the Sahara, both included!

  • Marvel at the unique blue-washed mountain village of Chefchaouen with options to visit the Spanish Mosque or mountain trekking.

  • Connect with the locals over a friendly homevisit and explore an unspoiled Berber village.

  • Explore the famous port of Casablanca and watch authentic ancient crafts in Fes with visits to the Tannery and Pottery.

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1: Marrakech

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Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Blue Sea Le Printemps– 4 Star

Welcome to Morocco! Keep your eyes peeled at Morocco airport for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel.

Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members.

Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Marrakech or go out for an optional group dinner and mingle with fellow travellers.





Accommodation

Blue Sea Le Printemps– 4 Star

Included Activities

Welcome Meeting

Optional Activities

Group Dinner - 100 MAD

Day 2: Marrakech, Essaouira

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Location: Marrakesh, Essaouira

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Miramar - 3 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a delicious breakfast, start your discovery with the key sites of bustling Marrakech such as Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace & Dar Si Said Museum.

Then hop on board for destination: Essaouira.

But first, make a stop at Argan Women Cooperative to learn all about the making of Argan oil.

A 'magical' product that's native to Morocco, it is used in delicious meals and extensively in cosmetics.

As you arrive Essaouira, you can go out to explore its charming Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site.





Accommodation

Hotel Des Iles - 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Saadian Tombs

Sightseeing of Menara Gardens

Sightseeing of Koutoubia MosqueSightseeing of Bahia Palace & Dar Si Said Museum

Visit of Argan Women Cooperative

Sightseeing of Essaouira

Entrance Fees

Bahai Palace - 70 MAD

Menara Gardens - 10 MAD

Saadian Tombs - 70 MAD

Said Mausoleum - 70 MAD

Day 3: Essaouira, Casablanca

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Location: Casablanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis City Center Hotel - 3 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Follow the ocean north to the largest city and commercial hub of Morocco, Casablanca.

Start off with a guided tour of the gigantic Hassan II Mosque, the largest in all Africa.

Continue to impressive highlights including the United Nations Square, Anfa Residential Quarter finished with a short visit to the medina.

Before dinner, have a short photo stop by Rick's Café from the classic Hollywood movie named after the town & watch the sunset by the ocean.





Accommodation

Diwan Hotel - 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Hassan II Mosque

Sightseeing of Anfa Residential Quarter

Sightseeing of United Nations Square

Entrance Fees

Hassan II Mosque - 130 MAD

Day 4: Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Tetouan

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Location: Tetouan, Rabat, Chefchaouen

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Prestige Hotel - 3 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Continue along the charming coastline to Rabat.

The beautiful capital of Morocco is set in a rich, amber-colored landscape, blending ancient history and modern Moroccan culture.

The guided walking tour will unfold the beauty of the imperial town as you visit the Kasbah overlooking the Bouregreg River, the Royal Palace, Chellah Ruins, Mohammed V Mausoleum and Hassan II Tower.

At the end of the extensive city tour, make your way to Chefchaouen, the Blue City.

Prepare your cameras and wander the narrow streets of the breathtaking blue-washed mountain village.

Overnight stay in Tetouan.





Accommodation

Hotel La Paloma - 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Museum Mohammed

Sightseeing of Hassan Mosque

Sightseeing of Royal PalaceSightseeing of Eloidaia Kasbah

Day 5: Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fes

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Location: Chefchaouen, Fes

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we will continue to explore the blue-city, Chefchaouen! Roam the magical streets of the medina, Outa el-Hammam Square, visit waterfall of Ras el-Maa and the Spanish Mosque presenting an astounding view of Chefchaouen.

In the afternoon, drive on to the cultural heart of Morocco, Fes.

The second largest city in the country is best known for its labyrinth of souks and leather tanneries - the smell will not be forgotten!



Accommodation

Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Chefchaouen

Optional Activities

Dinner Show - 300 MAD

Day 6: Fes

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Location: Fes

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wear your walking shoes and embark on a cultural journey through the imperial city of Fes.

Get to discover all the highlights on an intensive tour with your local guide covering Bab Bouloud Gate (Royal Palace), Bou Inania Madrasa, Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, Quaraouiyine Mosque, Najjarine Square, Spices Market, Terina Madrasa, the surroundings of Karaouine Medina, Mellah (Jewish Quarter), Pottery, and of course the famous Tannery! Share your favourite sites with your mates over dinner and rest up, you're heading inland tomorrow!



Accommodation

Royal Mirage Hotel - 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Bab Bouloud Gate (Royal Palace)

Sightseeing of Bou Inania Medersa

Sightseeing of Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss

Sightseeing of Quaraouiyine Mosque

Sightseeing of Najjarine Square

Sightseeing of Spices Market

Sightseeing of Attarine Medersa

Sightseeing of The Surroundings of Karaouine Medina and Mellah (Jewish Quarter)

Tannery & Pottery Visits

Optional Activities

Traditional Hamam - 300 MAD

Entrance Fees

Bou Inania Medersa - 10 MAD

Attarine Medersa - 20 MAD

Day 7: Fes, Merzouga

Hop on board early and drive through Efran City in High Atlas Mountains with stunning panaromic views and Midelt to reach the desert village of Merzouga.

On the way, pass via Tazzarine, the last city to be found before the mighty dunes of the desert and arrive in Ziz Valley.

As Ziz River feeds the charming oases in the region, we feed ourselves over a lunch-break.

Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and soak in the majestic sand dunes.

It is the perfect depiction of the famous Moroccan desert landscape and lifestyle.

Our camel ride will start here to catch the sunset.

Share your highlights of the trip with travel mates and enjoy the local cuisine under a starry sky.

You'll experience the authentic desert life in the Sahara and stay in sedentary tents tonight.





Accommodation

Auberge Yasmina Desert Camp

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included Activities

Camel Trekking

Day 8: Merzouga

Wake up to the sunrise over the golden sand dunes and take a mental picture to last forever.

Have a delicious local breakfast and hop on, you're going on a 4×4 jeep safari.

Enjoy the 4-hour adventure at the astounding desert atmosphere watching the magical landscapes, isolated Berber villages, oases, dunes and real nomads.

In the afternoon you can relax by the pool, sand-board or climb high up the sand dunes.





Accommodation

Auberge Yasmina Desert Camp

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included Activities

4X4 Jeep Safari

African Music Show

Sand-Board

Day 9: Merzouga, Marrakech

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Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Blue Sea Le Printemps – 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Time to bid farewell to the Sahara desert.

As you drive back to the modern Morocco, pass by Ourzazate movie studios & have a panoramic photo stop at the Tichka mountain pass in the High Atlas region.

Late in the afternoon you will reach the fascinating city of Marrakech.

It is where the Arab city culture meets the Berber culture of the desert and mountain villages.

Here, the sub-Saharan traders would trade their wares with European merchants, who would then bring them to Europe.

Wear your haggling hats as you discover Djemaa el-Fna Square and brace for the mayhem! Marking the entrance to the huge bazaar, the area is packed with story tellers, snake charmers, acrobats, musicians and folk dancers.





Accommodation

Blue Sea Le Printemps – 4 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Djeema El - Fna Square in Marrakech

Day 10: Marrakech

Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates before checking out of the hotel (11:00).

Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!



Meals Included

Breakfast

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    4 star hotels, desert camp in the Sahara (Bedouin tents).

  • Meals

    9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

  • Transportation

    A/C, modern coach or mini-bus, 4X4 Jeep.

  • Airport Transfer(s)

    Arrival transfer on day 1 and return shuttle on the last day of the tour.

  • Tour Guiding

    Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides.

  • Safari

    4x4 Jeep Safari & Camel Safari

What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Entrance Fees

    Sights and museums

  • Any flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Visa fees

  • Optional activities

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Check out our Q&As

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No, children under the age of 18 are not allowed

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Stephani Ferrari Dalto (Google Reviewer)  

I’m about to finish my...

18-Oct-2024

I’m about to finish my Essential Turkey trip with Travel Talk (October 12th- for 10 days) and had an amazing experience! Our guide Mustafa was fantastic. He took care of every little detail and made sure everyone in our group (42 people, a great mix of ages) was happy and well looked after. I traveled with my mom, and this trip was the perfect way to get a quick, but comprehensive, view of what Turkey has to offer. This was my second time with Travel Talk, and I would definitely choose them again for future adventures!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Steph Burnettt (Google Reviewer)  

Thank you Mustafa & Travel...

06-Oct-2024

Thank you Mustafa & Travel Talk for an extraordinary 10 day trip of Turkey. A beautiful country indeed. We had a great time visiting all the sites. Mustafa’s sense of humour and abundance of knowledge made it all the more enjoyable. Definitely recommend this tour.

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

I did the travel talk...

26-Aug-2024

I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

Bec Wood (Google Reviewer)  

We did the 11 Day...

26-Apr-2024

We did the 11 Day Anzac Tour of Turkey. It. Was. Phenomenal. My husband and I absolutely love Turkey and were excited to explore the country. Highlights were definitely the Hot Air Balloons in Cappadocia and the privilege of attending the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove. A bucket list item ticked off. This was my second Travel Talk in 2024 and I would absolutely do another one in the future. The tour was organised and our guide, Mustafa, was fantastic.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Travel Talk Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.

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