Destinations: Casablanca, Fez, Merzouga, Sahara, Marrakech
Travel Style: Workshop
Accommodation: Riads; Bedouin camp
Dates: March 15 - March 21, 2020
Group Size: Min 12, Max 24
Age Range: 18 to 65+
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Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive to Morocco
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Arrival Airport: Casablanca International Airport (CMN)
Arrive at the Casablanca International Airport, where you’ll meet your private driver / guide and begin your journey! We'll dive into our experience in Morocco with a Casablanca city tour, experiencing this incredible city at its finest! Then, we'll enjoy a delicious welcome dinner and before taking a short drive to Rabat. After checking in to your riad, feel free to explore the city or to rest and relax in your lovely riad.
Accommodation: Riad Dar Soufa or similar
Day 2: Rabat/Fez
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After eating breakfast at our riad, we'll start the day off with a city tour of Rabat, Morocco's caiptal city. Visit important religious, historical and cultural sites and taste test delicious Moroccan food!
In the afternoon, spend some time relaxing and enjoying the sparkling sapphire waves and warm sun at the beach. After a relaxing day, we will make our way onto our next destination, Fez. During the 3-4 hour private van ride through the majestic Rif Mountains, enjoy the stunning view as rolling hills meet the famous Imperial City of Fes. Once we arrive, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and savor some of the best dishes that Morocco has to offer. Our accommodations are located in the lovely medina of Fes, so after dinner feel free to explore the markets into the late evening.
Accommodation: Riad Myra or similar
Day 3: Fez
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After another breakfast at our riad, we'll head out to visit Fez's colorful and complex tanneries, learning about centuries-old techniques that are still in use today. We'll also visit honey souks, mosques, carpet weavers, bustling markets, and maze-like passageways, then stop for lunch in a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, our local guide will show us around more historic sites — mosques, palaces, madrasas, and the Jewish Quarter, to name a few. In the evening, we'll eat dinner at a local restaurant, enjoying delicious food in a city that many people consider the culinary capital of Morocco.
Accommodation: Riad Myra or similar
Day 4: Fez to Merzouga
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After we've eaten another tasty breakfast at our riad, we'll leave Fez and begin our journey to Merzouga. Along the way, we'll travel through the Atlas Mountains, passing many small villages and making a brief stop at the cedar forest of Azrou. We'll eat lunch in Midelt, then continue our drive through Morocco's most beautiful scenery. At the end of our road trip, we will arrive in Merzouga, a lovely town on the outskirts of the Sahara Desert.
Accommodation: Chegui Erfoud or similar
Day 5: Merzouga to Sahara Desert
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We'll eat breakfast together, then set forth on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: driving into the desert, eating lunch in a small town, then climbing onto camels and embarking on a journey deep into the red-gold dunes of the Sahara.
At the end of our camel ride, we'll arrive at a Bedouin campsite where we'll spend the night sleeping under the stars. Before we go to bed, our hosts will perform a traditional dance, play the drums, and serve us an exquisitely prepared dinner. We'll sip mint tea, lounge under the stars, and dream of Moroccan merchants and camel caravans!
Accommodation: Merzouga Jaimas Madu (Bedouin Tent) or similar
Day 6: Merzouga to Marrakech
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We'll wake up early to watch the sunrise from a sand dune, then eat breakfast together in our camp. After we've finished playing in the sand, we'll return to Merzouga, then set forth for Marrakech. Along the way, we'll make plenty of stops to enjoy the scenery and stretch our legs.
After lunch, we'll pass through mountain scenery and catch glimpses of "mud-made" houses inhabited by Berber families. We'll also stop at Telouet, a kasbah on the historical route from the Sahara Desert to Marrakech. After we've arrived in Marrakech, we'll relax in our riad and feast on an authentic Moroccan dinner.
Accommodation: Riad Jardin Secret or similar
Day 7: Marrakech / USA
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After breakfast, we'll take a guided tour of gorgeous Marrakech. We'll explore the Medina and soak in the city's atmosphere, enjoying our last morning in Morocco. In the early afternoon, we'll depart for the airport — leaving Morocco behind, but never forgetting the beautiful sights we saw and wonderful friends we made.
Departure Airport: Marrakech International Airport (RAK)
Optional 1-day, Post-Trip Extension: Essaouira
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While your travel companions head to the airport, you'll drive to Essaouira, a coastal city that's famous for its tree-climbing goats and white-sand beaches. See full details in the official trip itinerary.
Optional 1-day, Post-Trip Extension: Chefchaouen
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While your travel companions head to the airport, you'll enjoy a busy day in Chefchaouen, Morocco's stunning blue city. Your guide will show you around the city, leaving plenty of time for you to go shopping and meet local artisans. See full details in the official trip itinerary.
This Acanela Expedition © is the perfect fusion between comfort & adventure. Embark on this small group exploration and have hands-on encounters with local people and cultures, while experiencing all the historical & culinary highlights along the way.
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Kody and Kelly are professional world travelers, photographers, and models for @positravelty. Kody, owner of @positravelty, quit his job in the USA to pursue a life of adventure and has since become a PADI IDC Staff Instructor and a successful travel-based photographer. Kelly, editor of @positravelty, also quit her job in the States almost 2 years ago to travel solo and met Kody, the love of her life, on her journey. They have since been to 31 countries together, documenting their travels along the way with their shared love of photography!
Dates & Prices
From $2,100 / person | Comprehensive package including boutique accommodation for all nights, in-country transport to activities, expert guides and culinary instructors, all activities, and meals as listed on itinerary. *International airfare and visa fees are not included.
+ Single Supplement: $300
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Frequently Asked Questions
+ Is Morocco safe for female travelers?
Yes, absolutely!
+ What type of dress code should we follow in Morocco?
It's best to wear modest clothing - we recommend bringing long, flowy pants if you can (but no jeans, as they would be too hot). Short-sleeved or quarter-length-sleeved shirts are fine as well. We would also suggest bringing a lightweight scarf.
+ What are the accommodations like on this trip?
We will spend most of our trip sleeping in "riads" — boutique hotels (under 30 rooms) that used to be old Arabic mansions. On one night, when we are visiting the Sahara desert, we will sleep under the stars in a Bedouin tent.
+ What is the best way to contact the in-country team?
The best way is to download WhatsApp, a messaging system used by all of our international partners. Their numbers are listed on the itinerary.
+ What are standard tip amounts? Is it customary to tip in Morocco?
Tips in Africa are, on average, $5-$10 (USD) per day for the guide and $2-$3 per day for the driver.
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