Best of Morocco
Tour Type: Country Explorer
Brochure Type AWS Europe and Britain 24 25
An in-depth Morocco trip featuring all the exciting sights, sounds and flavors befitting of its status as the gateway to Africa. Explore the ancient alleyways of Fes, spend the evening like a local in a riad and learn about the healing touch of Moroccan ingredients like argan oil.
Be My Guest
Brochure Type AWS Europe and Britain 24 25
An in-depth Morocco trip featuring all the exciting sights, sounds and flavors befitting of its status as the gateway to Africa. Explore the ancient alleyways of Fes, spend the evening like a local in a riad and learn about the healing touch of Moroccan ingredients like argan oil.
Be My Guest
- Fes Enjoy a specialty Be My Guest dinner of delicious Moroccan cuisine served with wine at a traditional riad in Fes.
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 2 Lunch (L)
- Fes Visit a traditional tannery and dye-pit for a fascinating glimpse into an ancient practice.
- Marrakesh Visit a Moroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and cosmetics made from regional ingredients.
- Marrakesh The ladies of a local women's cooperative welcome you for tea and cakes at their community Cafe inMarrakesh. This experience advances UN Global Goal 5 Gender Equality.
- Explore Fes and Marrakesh with a Local Specialist
- Discover Rabat, Meknès, Erfoud, Ouarzazate, Essaouira and Casablanca
- View the Royal Palace, the Todra Gorge, Aït Ben Haddou and the Hassan II Mosque
- Visit a traditional tannery and dye-pit in Fes, Midelt, Tafilalt Oasis, Bahia Palace and a Moroccan pharmacy in Marrakesh
- Dades Valley Promising paradise in the middle of the Atlas Mountains, the African-styled Xaluca Dades is surrounded by a spectacular mountainscape with panoramic views of the Dades Valley and its Berber villages.
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Optional Experiences and free time
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Call (800) 733-5524 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18573038
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 9/30/2024
- Duration
- 10 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Casablanca | Welcome to Casablanca: The intoxicating sights and sounds of Morocco are revealed on this epic adventure through an ancient land. Delve into the intrigue and romance of Casablanca, immortalized by Hollywood, before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. Accommodations: Hotel Mogador Marina Casablanca |
| Day 2 | Fes | Journey to Rabat, Meknès and on to Fes: We continue along the coast to the capital, Rabat. Here we'll embark on an orientation tour of the city which includes views of the grand 17-century Palace and Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Traveling to the imperial city of Meknès, we'll see the grand gate of Bab elMansour, one of the most impressive monumental gateways in North Africa, adorned by green and white zeillij tiles. We arrive in Fes later today where you can choose to spend the evening at leisure in the country's oldest imperial city or Enjoy a local meal of fine food, and traditional entertainment on our evening optional experience. Accommodations: Marriott Jnan Palace |
| Day 3 | Fes | Discover Vibrant Fes Dive Into Culture Connect with Locals: Join a Local Specialist today to explore the Medina, one of the largest thriving medieval centers in the world. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience to the non-profit American Fondouk, speak with the volunteer veterinarians who care so passionately for the welfare of the animals. See the Royal Palace and Dive Into Culture during a visit to the round dye-pits and tanneries, revealing Morocco's ancient leathercraft. Later, you can admire traditional Moroccan handiwork during a visit to a carpet cooperative. Join your companions this evening for a special opportunity to Connect With Locals over dinner for a Be My Guest experience, featuring Moroccan specialties served with wine in a traditional riad. Accommodations: Marriott Jnan Palace |
| Day 4 | Erfoud | Onwards to Erfoud: We follow the old caravan trail south, stopping for a lunch in Midelt, a market town set within the high plains between the Middle and High Atlas mountain ranges. Continuing along the palm-fringed Ziz Valley and past the Tafilalt oasis, we arrive in the oasis town of Erfoud, regarded as the 'Gateway to the Sahara'. Its golden façades and towering dunes have made it a popular location for filmmakers for decades. This evening we dine at our hotel. Accommodations: Kasbah Xaluca |
| Day 5 | Dades Valley | Off to Tinghir Oasis and the Stunning Dades Valley Stays With Stories: Journeying west, we arrive in Tinghir, one of the most beautiful oases in southern Morocco and home to the ruins of the ancient Glaoui palace. We continue through part of the Todra Gorge and cut through the mountains for one of the most dramatic views in the country. Here we will overnight at one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories, Xaluca Dades, surrounded by panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. Accommodations: Dades Xaluca |
| Day 6 | Marrakesh | Venture through the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakesh: Blending effortlessly into the arid landscape, Ouarzazate has provided a backdrop for such famous movies as 'Lawrence of Arabia', 'Cleopatra' and 'Gladiator'. See the UNESCO-listed fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou in the High Atlas Mountains and continue through the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Marrakesh - the 'Red City'. Like many other former imperial cities in Morocco, Marrakesh comprises an old fortified city - the Medina - and an adjacent modern city. Marrakesh is home to Morocco's largest traditional souk (market) where you may wish to spend some time learning the art of haggling. Accommodations: Ryad Mogador |
| Day 7 | Marrakesh | Explore Marrakesh: Visit the ornate Bahia Palace during a city orientation with your Local Specialist and spend some time soaking up the energy of Djemaa el Fna Square in the Old Quarter with its palm readers, storytellers and snake charmers. Spend the rest of the afternoon lingering in one of the city's beautiful gardens, discover the vibrant arts and culture scene or consider indulging in a traditional Hammam. Accommodations: Ryad Mogador |
| Day 8 | Essaouira | Continue to Coastal Essaouira Dive Into Culture: We travel to the laid-back shores of Essaouira this morning. Stopping en route, we Dive Into Culture to visit a cooperative involved in creating cosmetics from traditional ingredients. Consider a delicious seafood lunch and enjoy some free time before joining a city tour of the UNESCO-listed Medina, the walled Jewish Quarter and Skala fortress. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure. Accommodations: Atlas Essaouira & Spa |
| Day 9 | Casablanca | Return to Casablanca: This morning we journey north to Casablanca where we will enjoy views of the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, built for the late King's 60th birthday celebrations. Later, we join our Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate an unforgettable voyage of discovery. Accommodations: Hotel Mogador Marina Casablanca |
| Day 10 | Casablanca | Farewell Morocco: Say goodbye to your newfound friends at the end of your Moroccan holiday. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
