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12 Days | Varied culture, landscapes and cuisine await in magical Morocco

4.8 out of 5 based on 105 reviews submitted.
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Few places on the planet offer the marvellous diversity you’ll find in Morocco. In 12 days, this Premium adventure will take you through buzzing cities, tranquil oases, vast deserts and into the homes of welcoming local people. Explore Meknes’s animated medina, the historical Old Town of Fes and the lively Djemaa el-Fna square in Marrakech. Bake bread with the locals in Imlil, eat pastilla in the home of a Fes family and spend an unforgettable evening beneath the stars in the Sahara. From the country’s much-loved highlights to all the little moments that make up daily life, fall in love with the real Morocco.

Trip overview

Map of Premium Morocco Explorer including Morocco
Start
Casablanca, Morocco
Finish
Marrakech, Morocco
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Morocco
Physical rating
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Style
Premium
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
XMPF
This trip generates 44 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Discover Morocco’s culinary wonders during Exclusive Experiences, including a picnic at the ruins of Volubilis, homecooked pastilla dinner in Fes and medfouna demonstration in Khemliya.
  • Soak in sweeping views from the rooftop of your Feature Stay hotel in the heart of the Fes medina, offering incredible hospitality and beautiful, traditional touches in every corner.
  • Dive into the Moroccan way of life as you travel with a local leader and guides, visit a typical home in Fes and meet the women of the Tawesna social enterprise in Ait Benhaddou.
  • Marvel at iconic sights during visits to the ruins of Volubilis, the remarkable Sahara Desert, the timeless Ait Benhaddou, the tranquil oasis of Skoura and the bustling cities of Fes and Marrakech.
  • Learn the tricks of the trade during an Exclusive Experience; a hands-on bread making workshop with local women in Imlil, then enjoy the delicious fresh bread as part of your lunch.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, the High Atlas Foundation. Donations help manage their sustainable agriculture programs in Morocco's High Atlas Mountain region, which builds plant nurseries and provides skills training for locals.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Ramadan is an annual month-long festival, during which travel can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the day, such as restaurants or cafes, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.

Itinerary

Map of Premium Morocco Explorer including Morocco

Inclusions

Meals

10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (9 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

Premium Inclusions
  • Arrival airport transfer
  • Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
  • Luggage transfer
  • Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
  • 24/7 on-ground support
Activities
  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Casablanca - Welcome Dinner
  • Casablanca - Hassan II Mosque
  • Volubilis - Picnic Lunch
  • Fes - Home-cooked Pastilla Dinner
  • Volubilis - Entrance and guided tour
  • Meknes - Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
  • Fes - Funduq al-Najjarin
  • Fes - Medersa El Attarine
  • Fes - Medina walking tour
  • Fes - Tea Break
  • Khemliya - Medfouna cooking demonstration
  • Sahara Desert - Camel ride
  • Sahara Desert - Amazigh dinner with Gnaoua music
  • Khemliya - Village walking tour
  • Todra Gorge - Home-cooked Lunch
  • Todra Gorge - Hike
  • Skoura - Kasbah Amridil
  • Skoura - Palm grove walk
  • Ait Benhaddou - Lunch at Tawesna
  • Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
  • Ait Benhaddou - Taman’Art Space Studio Visit
  • Imlil - Valley walk
  • Imlil - Home-cooked Picnic Lunch
  • Marrakech - Medina walking tour
  • Marrakech - Palais Bahia
  • Marrakech - Fresh orange juice tasting
Add on activities
  • Casablanca - The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure - MAD700
  • Casablanca - Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) - Free
  • Casablanca - Jewish Museum (entrance fee) - MAD50
  • Marrakech - Asni & Ouirgane day trip with lunch - MAD1806
  • Marrakech - Imlil & Aroumd day trip - MAD1817
  • Marrakech - Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch - MAD2000
  • Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2050
  • Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640

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Important notes

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 

Essential Trip Information

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 105 reviews submitted.
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Jason · Traveled February 2024
I just experienced an amazing trip to Morocco with Intrepid and a wonderful tour leader, who enhanced my trip experience!
Review submitted 02 Mar 2024

Christopher · Traveled February 2024
The Premium Morocco Explorer tour was a fantastic experience and introduction to our first trip to Morocco. The accommodations were interesting, from staying in hotels, to riads, to a desert camp. The itinerary was perfectly paced, with opportunities for physical activity to some leisure time on your own. Be prepared for long travel days, but there are opportunities for restrooms, food, and stretch breaks along the way. Our tour leader, Ahmed, made the trip unforgettable and enjoyable!
Review submitted 26 Feb 2024

Carol · Traveled January 2024
It was 12 non-stop days, no day like the other. Intrepid goes for the authentic experience whether it's the meals, hotels, local artisans. Learned so much from Alall and each local guide. Unique vacation
Review submitted 23 Jan 2024

SUSAN · Traveled December 2023
We did a Premium Morocco Explorer Tour and were very impressed with the itinerary & inclusions. Our tour leader, Mustapha, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his country, its history & its people. We felt the sahara accommodation was not of 'premium' standard, but apart from that we were very happy & would highly recommend this tour.
Review submitted 11 Jan 2024

Bernice · Traveled December 2023
This is a really interesting trip with lots of history and culture. It's quite hard work, with little free time and some long days on the bus, but probably worth it for some amazing sights - Roman Ruins, impressive Mosque, ancient Medinas, Sahari, Atlas Moutains, film sets and the souks. It you go in winter, it is cold apart from in Marrakech.
Review submitted 03 Jan 2024
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