11-Nights Morocco: Historic Cities & Sand Dunes of the Sahara - Classic

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Morocco: Historic Cities & Sand Dunes of the Sahara
Morocco - where history, vibrant cultures, and tantalizing flavours meet across breathtaking landscapes, ancient cities, and bustling souks. Immerse yourself over 12 unforgettable days, exploring epic sites like the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. Feel the magic of the Sahara as you ride a camel across golden dunes, and connect with local communities steeped in centuries-old traditions. Wander Chefchaouen’s dreamy blue streets, dive into the lively medinas of Fes and Marrakech, and savour Morocco’s rich flavours through hands-on, community-led experiences. Let the warmth and passion of Morocco’s people leave a lasting mark on your journey.

Highlights
See the impressive ruins of Volubilis on a guided visit, Explore Morocco’s Blue City with a CEO-led tour through Chefchaouen’s vibrant streets and colourful alleys, Immerse yourself in the Fés medina on a guided tour and end with a delicious meal in a traditional riad, Camel ride across the Sahara’s red dunes and camp overnight amid the sand, Join local women for a homemade lunch with the community cooperative near Marrakech

Accommodation
Hotels (9 nts), Desert Camp (1 nt), Lodge (1 nt)

Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Group Size Notes
Max 14, avg. 10.

Meals Included
11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Akrich Project Visit Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Traditional Dinner in Fés, Fès Your Foodie Moment: Lunch with a Local Family Midelt, Midelt. Visit to Hassan II Mosque. City visit of Rabat. Meknes medina walking tour. Volubilis guided visit. CEO-led walk of Chefchaouen. Guided tour of Fes medina. Lunch inside a traditional Riad. Stop in Ifrane for tea. Learn about the art of Henna from local women. Hike through Berber Villages in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Visit the town of Arfoud and learn about the production of dates. Ride on camels to the desert camp. Watch sunset atop a sand dune. Enjoy a Berber dance performance and dinner by firelight. 4x4 ride through Erg Chebbi's dunes. Medfouna cooking class in Taous village. Guided city tour to the Valley of One Thousand Kasbahs. Ait Ben Haddou visit. Cross Tishka pass en route to Marrakech. Optional CEO-led walk of Marrakech’s city centre. City tour with Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, Koutoubia Mosque, and Marrakech medina.. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Featured Destinations

Skoura Skoura Skoura is an oasis located in the Dades Valley, surrounded by picturesque mountains. It is known for its long line of Kasbahs set along two seasonal rivers, amid beautiful palm groves. Skoura is an enjoyable town to meander around, exploring the Kasbahs.
Merzouga
Midelt
Chefchaouen Chefchaouen This picturesque town 50 mi/80 km southeast of Tangier in the Rif Mountains has more atmosphere than sights. Walk around the small medina with its light-blue-painted walls and drink tea at the main plaza. The main sight is the casbah with its enclosed garden and small museum. The town hosts the annual Alegria Festival, a music festival that draws numerous visitors to enjoy the special backdrop for concerts. A half-day stop or a one-night stay is sufficient.	Destination Guide
Meknes Meknes The imperial city of Meknes doesn't draw the crowds that Marrakesh and Fez do, which means you can explore its medina (a UNESCO World Heritage site) at a relaxed pace with relatively little hassle. From 1672 to 1727, Meknes served as the capital for Muslim ruler Moulay Ismail. His ornately decorated mausoleum complex is one of the city's architectural highlights, as well as one of the few mausoleums in Morocco that non-Muslims can enter. Other architectural highlights include the Bou Inania Medersa (theological school) and Bab Mansour, a gate with stunning colored tiles, marble pillars and a lacy web of carved stucco. The Dar Jamai Museum houses an impressive collection of decorative arts. Two more impressive sights include the Dar el-Ma, a huge barrel-vaulted structure that served as the city's reservoir, and the adjoining Heri el-Souani, a monumental grain-storage facility. The covered market also warrants a visit. The countryside around Meknes is pleasant—rolling hills planted with olive trees and other crops. Day trips to two nearby sites are highly recommended. Moulay Idriss, a beautiful hilltop town founded in the eighth century, is a holy city for pilgrims. (The mausoleum complex is closed to non-Muslims, but the rest of the town is open to visitors.) In Volubilis you'll find the well-preserved ruins of the 2,000-year-old capital of Roman Mauritania, home of Antony and Cleopatra's daughter, Sylene. The structures in Volubilis are comparable to other Roman ruins found throughout the Mediterranean area, and the mosaic floors are among the finest in existence. Meknes is 80 mi/130 km east of Rabat.	Destination Guide
Marrakech Marrakech Marrakech, known as the "Pearl of the South," is an oasis in southwestern Morocco at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, with rose-colored ramparts and a thousand year old palm grove. Sumptuous and exuberant, it radiates splendor and mysticism and casts a magic spell on all who visit. Marrakesh has the largest berber market (souk) in Morocco and also hosts the busiest square in Africa. Founded in 1062 as the capital of the Almoravid dynasty, it continued in the 12th century as capital of the Almohads. Marrakech remained a political, economic and cultural center for a long period. Its influence was felt throughout the western Muslim world, from North Africa to Andalusia. Marrakech also became known as a magnet for some of the greatest saints of Islam, many of whom are buried within the city. Marrakech, like Fez, is a genuinely Islamic city in both its genesis and traditions. Marrakech has impressive monuments dating from that period: the Koutoubiya Mosque, the Kasbah, the battlements, monumental doors and gardens. Other architectural jewels include the Bandia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Saadian Tombs and Place Jamaa El Fna, an open-air theater. The modern city was constructed in 1913 during the French occupation of the country and reflects the European influence. But the essence of the city remains the same.	Destination Guide
Fes (Fez) Fes (Fez) Fes (Fez) has been the capital of Morocco for more than 400 years and is home to the oldest university in the country and the leading cultural and religious center. Fes is also the home of the oldest and largest medieval city in the world, a city that has remained almost unchanged through the modern ages and still very alive. Today Fes has its own culture, pride, art and cuisine. Bustling with artisans and merchants, its captivating sounds, fragrances and colors mesmerize the visitor with a constant swirl of activity.	Destination Guide
Casablanca Casablanca Casablanca today boasts one of Africa's largest ports. The Place Mohammed V is the heart of the city; the main boulevards branch out from here. Casablanca is the kingdom's commercial capital; most of the cultural activities are concentrated here, from art galleries to excellent international restaurants. The Hassan II Mosque completed in 1993 is among the largest in the world, boasting the tallest minaret. Casablanca is no doubt Morocco's window on the world and is a fast-paced cosmopolitan city where trends are created and modernism parts company with traditionalism or tries to blend them. Casablanca is one of the world's most interesting and open Muslim cities. Some of the best restaurants are found along Boulevard Mohammed el Hansali and on the way to beach resorts. Casablanca's beaches and exclusive suburb are located to the east of the city along the Boulevard de la Corniche. This is a very trendy area, lined with four-star hotels, restaurants and bars.	Destination Guide

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