Journey Overview
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Join us on our small group tour to Morocco! Few countries hold as much dreamy fascination as Morocco. Desert fortresses rise out of the sands of the Sahara. Sapphire oceans caress white sandy beaches. The purple peaks of the Atlas Mountains glisten with snow. Morocco is a land of endless wonder. Behind every city wall is an adventure in art, architecture and cuisine. The winding alleyways of the Medina give way to bustling souks, with tent after tent overflowing with brightly colored silks and baskets of traditional spices. The country is made up of four different areas: the Sahara Desert—full of Berber towns and oases, the plains—home to the imperial cities of Marrakesh and Fez, and the sandy coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean—graced by small beach towns and the cities of Rabat and Casablanca.

Day 1: Arrive to Casablanca, Morocco International Airport (CMN)
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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 our journey to 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. Upon arrival, we will check into the beautiful riad before enjoying a delicious welcome dinner. Accommodation: Riad Myra or similar

Day 2: Visit the Imperial City of Fez, Morocco
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This morning, we’ll have the opportunity to visit the colorful and complex tanneries of Fez, learning about the centuries-old practices still used today. After exploring this iconic spot, we’ll continue on to the honey souks, carpet weavers, bustling markets, and maze-like passageways of this imperial city. To many travelers, Fez has become the country’s new culinary capitol, and you’ll get a taste of just why that is as we dine on local cuisine for lunch. The first stops on your afternoon tour will be the Royal Palace, Moulay Abedallah Quarter, and the Mellah (Jewish Quarter). Continue on to visit Fez el –jadid, to visit the monumental Kasabah in the city center and the southern Tower to visit the “Musée des Armes”, a fortress that is used to shelter Fez city. Led by your local guide, you will enter Rue Talaa Kebira, the main street leading to the old legendary medina. Due to the narrow streets, cars cannot pass through and so you’ll see many merchants and porters using donkeys and mules for transport. As you reach the old medina, you will visit the Karaouiyne mosque. This is one of the oldest mosques in the world, that historically operated as one of the largest universities in the Moroccan Empire. You will also stop by Bou Inania Madrasa - one of the most elaborate, extravagant and beautiful of all Merenid monuments. Accommodation: Riad Myra or similar

Day 3: FEZ-MERZOUGA, Morocco
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After a delicious breakfast, we'll start our drive to Merzouga,the entrance to the beautiful Sahara Desert, departing through the beautiful mountainous landscape. The journey will take several hours (7-8 hours), so be sure to stock up on snacks, water, and other trip necessities. You’ll have plenty of breaks along the way, but it is always nice to have a favorite snack on a long trip!

Our trip will take us through the Atlas Mountain Region. On our way, you will drive through many villages in the middle of the Atlas mountains such as Immouzer and Ifrane, and have the opportunity to observe the rural life in Morocco. We will even make a brief stop by the top of the cedar forest of Azrou where you will experience the homeland of Barber apes (Moroccan Makak). We will arrive later in the day and enjoy a delicious welcome dinner at our Riad. Accommodation: Chegui Erfoud

Day 4: Merzouga to Sahara Desert
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As a group, we will drive towards the picturesque Sahara Desert that continues to capture the imaginations of people around the globe. At a small town on the edge of the desert, we’ll eat an early lunch and board camels and embark on a journey deep into the epic dunes of the Sahara. We'll countinue our camel journey, which will take us to our Bedouin campsite where we’ll be spending the night sleeping under the stars. Enjoy dinner In the evening we’ll witness a traditional dance and enjoy a delicious welcome dinner, play drums, sip mint tea, and lounge under the stars. Accommodation: Merzouga Jaimas Madu (Bedouin Tent)

Day 5: Merzouga to Marrakech
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Long before the sun rises above the dunes, we’ll set our alarms for an early wake-up in order to climb a sand dune near the camp to catch the sunrise from a high vantage point, as the desert is flooded with color and glorious golden light. After we’ve had our fun playing in the sand and filling our camera memory cards, we’ll hope in our vehicle (or board our camels once again) to head back to the town on the outskirts of the desert. We will have a long drive today as we make our way to Marrakech. We will make plenty of stops along the way to take in the scenery and stretch our legs. After lunch we will spend the early to late afternoon traveling through the beautiful Tichka pass of the High Mountains where we will drive through the mountain hillsides covered with “mud-made” houses of Berber families on our way to Marrakech. We'll enjoy an authentic dinner at your Riad in Marrakech. Relax at your beautiful Riad as we unwind after a long day of travel. Accommodation: Riad Jardin Secret

Day 6: Complete Tour of Marrakech, Morocco
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This morning we'll take a tour of the gorgeous city of Marrakech, once an imperial city, and delight in the intricate architecture, incredible food and colorful markets! We'll visit a number of local shops and historical city sights. Marrakesh is a mecca for smoky night markets, winding cobblestone streets, rooftop cafes, and vibrant storefronts selling anything from Berber carpets to exotic animals. There are endless sights to see and areas to explore in the city.

After lunch we will continue on to explore the markets of Marrakech, were we will find a huge number of Berber carpets, silver jewelry, artisan workshops, handmade shoes, and tanneries. Be sure to purchase any souvenirs you want to take home as this will be a wonderful opportunity to bring the treasures of Morocco back with you. If your airline carrier’s baggage limit allows, we recommend bringing back an authentic Moroccan tagine. We'll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and savor some local favorites and take in the stunning sunset over the city and prepare for the amazing day ahead of you tomorrow. Accommodation: Riad Jardin Secret

Day 7: Depart Morocco from Marrakech International Airport (RAK)
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After a delicious breakfast at our riad, we will set out to explore the beautiful city of Marrakesh as we spend our final morning in Morocco. In the early afternoon depart for the Marrakech airport to catch our flight back to our homes. Departure Airport: Marrakech International Airport (RAK)

Extension Options to Casablanca, Chefchaouen, and Essaouira
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3 Day Pre-trip Extension to Casablanca and Rabat: After our arrival we will make our way to our hotel and set out on city tour of Casablanca followed by our first taste of delicious Moroccan cuisine. We will continue on to Rabat, a short distance from Casabalanca, where we will spend the next two days. The next morning we'll start the day off with a city tour of Rabat. Visit important religious, historical and cultural sites and taste test delicious Moroccan food! Rabat lies near the shores of the Bouregreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. It is highly notable for its many landmarks that speak to its Islamic and French-colonial heritage, including the Kasbah of the Udayas. As a Berber-era royal fort, it is surrounded by formal French-designed gardens and a stunning ocean view. The city's iconic Hassan Tower, a 12th-century minaret, soars above the ruins of a mosque. We'll spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying the breathtaking coastline. Morocco’s white sand beaches are famous the world over! Spend some time relaxing and enjoying the sparkling sapphire waves and warm sun. Cost: $800/person

1 Day Extension to Chefchaouen: We will start our journey early to the ancient city of Chefchaouen, enroute we will traverse the RIF Mountain pass Volubilis and Meknes, ancient Roman ruins and cities that were established as Roman civilizations in the 3rd century BC. We'll witness the architecture of Chefchaouen – known for its turquoise buildings, topaz walls, and rich navy cobblestone streets. As we walk the streets, we will become acquainted with one of the most visually stunning and unique cities in all of North Africa. Our guide will instruct us on the city’s history and we’ll glean insight into daily life in the town as we walk the cobbled streets. Our first stop on our tour is the historic Museum of Kasbah, built in 1471. The museum features a number of stunning pieces from ancient Morocco, and is often highlight for visitors. From the rooftop of the museum our group will get a birds eye view of daily life of this bustling town. The rooftop is an ideal location for capturing photos of the Hispanic flavored town with its white and blue houses, little balconies, terracotta tiled roofs, and porches garnished with citrus trees. Later in the afternoon, we’ll enter the various food markets in Chefchaouen. By afternoon, the markets are vibrant with activity, and venture out into the markets to see the variety of native fruits and vegetables, handmade breads, and other local culinary delights. A guided tour through the markets will aid in the discovery of new foods, different streets, and having the opportunity to meet more artisans. Cost: $300/person

1 Day Extension to Essaouira: Begin the day with a drive to Essaouira to see the amazing tree climbing goats (2.5-3 hour drive). The goats are attracted to just one type of tree- the Argania spinosa- generally referred to as the argan tree. Argan trees are prickly and thorny and they produce small yellow flowers that develop into a small fruit with a nut inside. The fruit is what attracts the cloven-hoofed goats to the trees and entices them to climb up into the branches for a meal that no other animal will compete with them for. While humans do not eat the fruit, the nut, which the goats leave behind, is used to produce prized argan oil. After our time spent with the tree climbing goats, we will spend our afternoon relaxing on the coast. Morocco’s white sand beaches are famous the world over! Spend some time relaxing and enjoying the sparkling sapphire waves and warm sun before driving back to Marrakech for the evening. Cost: $300/person