The Grand Moroccan Circuit : 13N/14D
Day Wise Itinerary
- Arrive at Mohammed V International Airport, where your private chauffeur and local representative will welcome you and assist with a smooth transfer to your hotel.
- After check-in, begin a gentle introduction to Morocco with a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, including interior guided access.
- Continue along the Corniche of Ain Diab, enjoying ocean views and a relaxed seaside atmosphere. Evening at leisure.
- Depart Casablanca by private vehicle to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital. Visit the Royal Palace (Mechouar), Hassan Tower, and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a masterpiece of Alaouite architecture.
- Walk through the Kasbah of the Udayas (UNESCO), with white-and-blue lanes overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and explore its Andalusian Gardens. Continue to your hotel in Rabat.
- Travel inland with scenic countryside views. Stop in Meknes, another Imperial City, to visit Bab Mansour Gate, El Hedim Square, and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Continue to the Roman ruins of Volubilis (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Morocco’s best-preserved Roman city, with mosaic floors and triumphal arches.
- Proceed by private transfer to Fes.
- Enjoy a full-day private guided tour of Fes el-Bali (UNESCO), one of the world’s oldest living medieval cities. Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest continuously operating university in the world, Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, and the famous Chouara Tannery.
- Walk through bustling souks, artisan quarters, and spice markets.
- Explore Fes el-Jdid, including the Royal Palace gates, Jewish Quarter (Mellah), and Ibn Danan Synagogue. Visit pottery workshops and enjoy panoramic views from the Borj Nord viewpoint.
- Afternoon at leisure or optional Moroccan cooking experience.
- Begin your scenic journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing cedar forests near Ifrane (often called “Little Switzerland”) and stopping to see wild Barbary macaques in Azrou. Continue through the Ziz Valley oasis to Merzouga. Switch to private 4x4 vehicles for a desert transfer to your luxury Sahara camp.
- Enjoy a camel ride at sunset, traditional Berber music, and dinner under the stars.
- Wake early for sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. After breakfast, enjoy desert activities including a 4x4 dune excursion, visit to nomadic families, and a stop at the village of Khamlia to hear traditional Gnawa music.
- Afternoon relaxation followed by another magical night in the desert camp.
- Depart the desert and travel through ancient caravan routes. Stop at Rissani Market, then visit the dramatic Todra Gorge, with towering canyon walls. Continue through the scenic Dades Valley, known for its rock formations and kasbahs.
- Overnight in a traditional riad-style hotel.
- Travel along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing the fragrant Valley of Roses and the palm oasis of Skoura. Visit Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO), Morocco’s most famous fortified village, used in many Hollywood films.
- Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to arrive in Marrakech.
- Private guided city tour including Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque (exterior), and Marrakech Museum.
- Explore the colorful souks and artisan workshops.
- Visit Jemaa el-Fna Square, a UNESCO cultural site alive with storytellers and performers. Explore the tranquil Majorelle Garden and Yves Saint Laurent Museum with skip-the-line tickets.
- Afternoon hammam spa experience (optional).
- Private excursion to the Atlas Mountains & Ourika Valley, visiting Berber villages, waterfalls, and enjoying a traditional Moroccan lunch with a local family.
- Private day trip to Essaouira (UNESCO), a charming coastal city. Explore the fortified Skala de la Ville, bustling fishing harbor, medina souks, and art galleries.
- Enjoy fresh seafood before returning to Marrakech or overnight in Essaouira (optional).
- Private transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport for onward journey.
Inclusions
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Private tour for you and your group. -
14 nights accommodation at a hotel or similar
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Tours as per above mentioned itinerary [PVT / SIC]
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Daily breakfast
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English-speaking driver
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Entry fees as per itinerary
Exclusions
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International Flight (Return) -
GST & TCS
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Visa and Insurance
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Tipping and Personal Expenses
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Meals (lunch, dinner): $ 10 - 15 / meal (without transfer)
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Guide
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Luggage van (if needed)
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Extra hour transport at $ 20 - 40 / hour
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Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions
General Question
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