Best of Morocco - Classic Group, Winter
Tour Type: Regional
Brochure Type Europe Winter 25 26
Discover the spectacular sites of Morocco on this 11-day guided tour. View Morocco's largest mosque in Casablanca and indulge in a feast of aromatic tagines and exotic fruits inside the ancient palace in Fes. Then take time to watch the enticing art of belly dancing. Be awed by the rugged red mountains of Dades Valley, then sip wild-herb tea alongside local nomads. Before you reach Marrakesh, walk around one of Morocco's most impressive kasbahs at the gate of the Saraha, an earthen clay fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. And of course, you won't leave Morocco without seeing the snake charmers, storytellers and acrobats in Marrakesh's markets and souks, where you can buy anything from a cashmere scarf to a woven rug.
Additional Included Highlights
Brochure Type Europe Winter 25 26
Discover the spectacular sites of Morocco on this 11-day guided tour. View Morocco's largest mosque in Casablanca and indulge in a feast of aromatic tagines and exotic fruits inside the ancient palace in Fes. Then take time to watch the enticing art of belly dancing. Be awed by the rugged red mountains of Dades Valley, then sip wild-herb tea alongside local nomads. Before you reach Marrakesh, walk around one of Morocco's most impressive kasbahs at the gate of the Saraha, an earthen clay fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. And of course, you won't leave Morocco without seeing the snake charmers, storytellers and acrobats in Marrakesh's markets and souks, where you can buy anything from a cashmere scarf to a woven rug.
Additional Included Highlights
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, y
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- Rissani Lunch is a real taste of the region with Madfouna known as ?Berber Pizza'. Traditionally baked in the sands of the Sahara this covered pizza is a delight seasonal fillings and spices.
- Casablanca You must remember this...a fabulous 4-course Celebration Dinner with drinks at Rick's Cafe, made famous by the 1942 film.
- Fes Join in the fun at a colorful Moroccan feast, complete with rhythmic music, writhing belly dancers and an array of local dishes and delicacies.
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- 6 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- Dades Valley Stop at a traditional Nomad house and meet the locals as you sip Berber tea.
- 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.
- Fes Visit the non-profit American Fondouk founded in 1927 and speak with the volunteer veterinarians who care so passionately for the welfare of the animals and the families who are so dependant on their labor. Our visit includes a donation to the clinic
- Ait Ben Haddou The Ksar is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the finest examples of South Moroccan architecture. See the crowded houses within the defensive walls that are reinforced by the corner towers and explore one of Morocco's fi
- Erfoud Enjoy the beauty of this little oasis with the backdrop of the Sahara desert whilst you explore the red walled streets.
- Marrakesh Your Local Expert guides you past Jemaa el-Fnaa Square with its intriguing characters and through the seemingly entangled streets of the Medina with its many souks. See the protruding Koutoubia Minaret.
- Casablanca See the Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche.
- Essaouira See the beauty of this bohemian coastal town as you explore the many spice-scented streets of the medina.
- Fes Led by your Local Expert, wander the maze of streets that make up the ancient Medina. See one of the world's oldest universities and pass hidden courtyards, mosques and workshops. Continue through the souks, an array of vendors selling food, clothes,
- Meknes Admire the Bab el-Mansour Gate on Place El-Hedim in the heart of the Medina.
- Tinghir Explore this fascinating ravine caused by a fault that has split the orange-colored limestone as deep as 300 meters.
- Rabat See the Royal Palace and Hassan Tower.
- Dades Valley See the castellated mud houses and oases.
- Ouarzazate Learn more about this quiet town in a city orientation and see why it has been the backdrop to many films as you wander its red sandy streets.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical
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- Tour Operator
- Insight Vacations
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Casablanca | Welcome to Casablanca: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests for your Welcome Reception, with the opportunity to mingle over a pleasant evening of good food. Accommodations: Grand Mogador City Center, Casablanca. |
| Day 2 | Fes | Rabat, Imperial Meknes and Fes Relaxed Start: During an exploration of the sights of Casablanca view the huge Hassan II Mosque, the largest in the country. Venture to the tres chic seaside strip known as the Corniche, which stretches to the west and is lined with trendy restaurants and cafes. Depart for the capital of Rabat to see the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower and visit one of the few holy places open to non-Muslims, the lavish Mausoleum of King Mohammed V. This site is both an architectural marvel and a monument to a great ruler. Travel to Meknes, one of the kingdom's great imperial cities where little has changed since its founding in the 11th century. Stand before the Bab el-Mansour, the monumental entrance to the imperial city and focal point of Square El-Hedim, before continuing to Fes. You'll be delighted with a superb Moroccan Highlight Dinner in an ancient palace at the entrance to the Medina. A colorful array of meze plates, aromatic tagines, exotic fruits and wine will be laid before you while you are entertained with a traditional folklore show. Enjoy the carnival-like atmosphere of belly dancers, drums and authentic music. Accommodations: Marriott Jnan Palace, Fes. |
| Day 3 | Fes | Fes Sightseeing Relaxed Start: Led by your Local Expert, 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. Wander the maze of streets that make up one of the largest thriving ancient Medina's in the world, here you can admire traditional Moroccan handiwork during a visit to a carpet cooperative. Pass one of the world's oldest universities and see the hidden courtyards, mosques and workshops. Continue through the souks where an array of vendors sell food, clothes, leather goods and beautiful lights. Accommodations: Marriott Jnan Palace, Fes. |
| Day 4 | Erfoud | The Ziz Gorges to Erfoud: Leave the bustle of the city behind and head for the spectacular snowcapped High Atlas Mountains. Pass through Ifrane before reaching the great cedar forests of Azrou. After stopping for lunch at Midelt, continue through the magnificent Ziz Gorges, past palm-fringed towns to Er Rachidia, built by the French at an important crossroads. Your destination is Erfoud, where the red sand buildings stand in stark contrast against the patches of greenery and surrounding desert. Accommodations: Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud, Efroud. |
| Day 5 | Erfoud | Desert Town of Rissani Relaxed Start: Today discover the authentic desert town of Rissani. See the Tomb of Moulay Ali Cherif one of the founders of the Alaouite family who reigned during the second half of the 17th century. Next, a visit to the quarries of marine fossils with an antiquity of 360 million years. This afternoon experience a traditional lunch of Madfouna also known as ?Berber Pizza', this dish is a delight for the senses with seasonal fillings and spices. This afternoon will be free time to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. In the evening, there is an Optional Experience to marvel at the glorious Sahara sunset on a four-wheel drive vehicle. Dinner will be served at the hotel. Accommodations: Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Arfoud, Efroud. |
| Day 6 | Ouarzazate | Spectacular Ouarzazate: Venture towards the oasis of Tinehir and explore the Todra Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of the Sahara. At Boumalne du Dades you will encounter the dry and rugged Dades Valley, dotted with oases of figs, olives, date palms and castellated mud houses?hugging the slopes. Meet the locals of the region when you visit a traditional Nomad house to try authentic Berber tea. The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs concludes at Ouarzazate, also known as the film capital of Morocco. Many blockbusters have been filmed here, including Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars. Accommodations: Le Berbere Palace, Ouarzazate. |
| Day 7 | Marrakesh | To Marrakesh: Marvel at and photograph the architectural wonder of Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that boasts one of Morocco's finest kasbahs. Your journey continues via the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass, before descending past charming mountain villages, dense woods and green fields to the ochre-colored city of Marrakesh. Meet the inspiring ladies of a local women's cooperative over tea and snacks on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience. With the rest of the day at your leisure, why not relax and enjoy the immaculate facilities of your hotel? Accommodations: Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech. |
| Day 8 | Marrakesh | Marrakesh, Pearl of the South Relaxed Start: Meet your Local Expert in the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, where you can take a moment to watch the dancers, snake charmers and storytellers. Wander the maze of the Medina and see the Koutoubia Mosque, with its minaret dominating the Marrakesh skyline. With time at leisure, you are free to continue exploring: try your hand at haggling in the souks or maybe visit a museum? In the evening, perhaps choose to join fellow guests at a vibrant restaurant on Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. Here you will enjoy a slew of classic Moroccan dishes as you absorb the ambience and watch twirling belly dancers balance plates of lit candles on their heads. Accommodations: Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech. |
| Day 9 | Essaouira | Elegant Essaouira Relaxed Start: Venture to the west coast of Africa to reach the laid-back fishing town of Essaouira. After an orientation with your Travel Director why not spend the afternoon navigating the narrow alleyways, exploring the busy fishing port or maybe just relaxing on the beach? In the evening, you could sample the local seafood and wine at a waterside restaurant. Accommodations: Atlas Essaouira & Spa. |
| Day 10 | Casablanca | Return to Casablanca Relaxed Start: Once you've experienced the traditional charms of the country, Casablanca is a fascinating place to return to and offers a unique insight into modern Morocco. In the evening 'of all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world' there really is only one place to be. Join your Travel Director at Rick's Cafe, recreated from the famous movie. Enjoy a hearty Celebration Dinner with drinks and no doubt a rendition of ?As Time Goes By'. Here's looking at you kid! Accommodations: Grand Mogador City Center, Casablanca. |
| Day 11 | Casablanca | Au revoir Casablanca: Today, bid farewell to your journey along Morocco as you transfer to the airport. Accommodations: |
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