Road to Casablanca - 9 Days
Road to Casablanca - 9 Days
Road to Casablanca - 9 Days
9 Days Starting and ending in Casablanca, Morocco
Visiting: Casablanca, Marrakech, Ait Benhaddou, Merzouga, Fes, Rabat
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
15-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through Morocco with the "Road to Casablanca" tour. Begin in the bustling city of Casablanca, exploring the iconic Hassan II Mosque, before venturing to the vibrant medina of Marrakech. Traverse the stunning High Atlas Mountains to the ancient kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the awe-inspiring Todra Gorge and the mesmerizing Sahara Desert, where you can ride camels or jeeps into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Discover the medieval charm of Fes, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and the imperial city of Meknes. Conclude your adventure in Rabat, Morocco's capital, with visits to the Royal Palace and Chellah necropolis. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, including traditional riads and a night in a Berber camp, with guided sightseeing and cultural experiences throughout. This small group tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Morocco's rich history and breathtaking landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Upon arrival at Casablanca airport you’ll be met and transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 2: Marrakech City Tour
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Casablanca - Marrakech. This morning after breakfast we drive to Marrakech to meet the rest of the group before embarking on a guided city 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: Ait Benhaddou - Unesco World Heritage Listed
Location: Ait Benhaddou
Accommodation Name: Hotel
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: Merzouga
Location: Merzouga
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Berber 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. We enjoy local food, music and an amazing night camping in the Sahara. If you would prefer to take a Jeep to the Berber camp, this can be arranged locally through your guide at no additional cost.
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 Name: Hotel
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 Name: Overnight: Fes
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: Rabat
Location: Rabat
Accommodation Name: Hotel
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: Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rabat - Casablanca. 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 continuing on to Marrakech and check in to our hotel in Casablanca.
Day 9: Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Casablanca - Our amazing tour of Morocco ends today after hotel check out. An included onward departure transfer to airport will be provided.
What's Included
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Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
Breakfast is provided daily, along with 3 lunches and 3 dinners, including a traditional Berber meal at the Sahara camp.
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Accommodation
7 nights in 3-4 star hotels and traditional riads, with 1 night in simple accommodation at a Sahara Desert camp (hotel alternative available).
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Guided sightseeing
Guided sightseeing tours in Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Ait Benhaddou, and Marrakech.
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Camel trek or Jeep into the Sahara Desert
Experience a camel trek or Jeep ride into the Sahara Desert.
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Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide
The tour is escorted by a licensed English-speaking Moroccan tour guide.
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Specialist guides in some cities
Specialist guides are provided in some cities for enhanced local insights.
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Airport transfers
Airport arrival and departure transfers are included on days 1 and 9.
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Transportation
All transportation and transfers are conducted in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.
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Tips for guide and driver
Tips for your tour guide and driver are not included.
It is recommended to allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. -
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees are not included and are estimated to be USD$110-130 per person, payable in local currency.
Age Policy
18yrs or 15yrs accompanied by an adult
Accommodation
Experience a blend of modern comfort and traditional charm with stays at Hotel Diwan, Hotel Club Val D’Anfa, Adam Park Hotel & Spa, Ksar Ben Youssef, Dar Amoudou, Camp Touareg, Hotel Atlas Saiss Fes, Riad Dar Alia, and Riad Dar Zouhour. Enjoy amenities like air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and on-site dining, with options ranging from contemporary hotels to traditional riads and desert camps.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned tourism vehicles for all transportation and transfers. Enjoy airport arrival and departure transfers on days 1 and 9, and choose between a camel trek or Jeep ride into the Sahara Desert.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Sahara Desert experience?
During the Sahara Desert experience, you will stay at a Berber Camp set amongst the dunes of Erg Chebbi. The camp features traditional Moroccan-themed tents with metal-framed beds, and all bedding is provided. There are also two toilet blocks and a large dining tent. Alternatively, you can opt for a hotel with en-suite facilities at no additional cost.
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Are there any special activities included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a camel trek or Jeep ride into the Sahara Desert, where you can watch the sunset and spend the night at a Berber Camp. Additionally, there is a guided tour of Fes el Bali, the old walled city, and visits to various UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Ait Benhaddou and Volubilis.
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Is there an option for private transportation during the tour?
Yes, all transportation and transfers during the tour are provided in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily, three lunches, and three dinners. One of the dinners is a traditional Berber meal at the Sahara camp.
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Is there a guide provided throughout the tour?
Yes, the tour is escorted by a licensed English-speaking Moroccan tour guide, and there are specialist guides in some cities.
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What is the recommended tipping policy for the tour guide and driver?
It is recommended to allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveler for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveler for your driver. Tipping is an entirely personal gesture.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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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+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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