17-Nights Complete Morocco: The Sahara to the Coast - Classic

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Complete Morocco: The Sahara to the Coast
Everyone, this is it. The best and most encompassing Classic itinerary through Morocco is finally here. Spend 18 unforgettable days exploring the mountains, desert, and coast of this incredible country. Start in the northern city of Tangier, wander the souks of Tetouane, visit the iconic ‘Blue City’ of Chefchaouen, and explore the bustling medinas of Fés and Casablanca. Then, head to the Sahara to camp under the stars and dive deep into Berber culture. Wrap up your adventure in Marrakech with a multi-day food experience, from sourcing ingredients to cooking up a delicious tanjia. With waterfall picnics, coastal escapes, and cultural immersion, this trip has it all.

Highlights
Wander through the gorgeous scenery of the famous ‘Blue City’ of Morocco on a walking tour with your CEO, Take part in the guided Rif Mountain hike ending with goat cheese making led by a local family, Hike or ride a camel in the Sahara, Take part in a multi-day food experience and preparation of "tanjia": a delicious local specialty, Visit the bustling medina in Marrakech, Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Ouzoud oasis and waterfall for a swim and lunch, Take part in a bread making lesson with a local family in Sidi Kaouki, Visit the walled city of Essaouira, Explore the ceramic market in Safi

Accommodation
Hotels (12 nts), Desert Camp (2 nts), Traditional Riad (3 nts).

Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Group Size Notes
Max 14

Meals Included
15 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners

What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Rif Mountain Hike & Goat Cheese Making, Chefchaouen Your Foodie Moment: Local Lunch and Traditional Cooking Demonstration, Sidi Kaouki. Orientation walk of the old town of Tangier. Tétouan city visit. Chefchaouen orientation walk. Ouazzane city visit. Guided visit to the Fés Medina. Tour of Volubulis. Meknes visit. Full-day Casablanca tour. Free time in Fés. Film Studio visit in Ouarzazate. Welcome Tea and bonfire at Erg Lihoudi desert camp. A camel ride and 4x4 jeep excursion to desert oasis camp. Cooking class in Marrakech. Food tasting in the medina. Tea on terrace overlooking Jemaa El Fnaa. Visit to Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace. Local bakery stop for some moroccan bread. Tanjia pots lunch. Visit to Ouzoud, an oasis waterfall. Farewell Dinner in Jamaa Fnaa Square food stall. Free time in Marrakech. Visit to the Souk Lhad market. Tamri Beach Sandboarding. Bread making and lunch with a local family. Visit to Essaouira. A stop at Safi old town and pottery market. Free time in Oualidia. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Featured Destinations

Oualidia Oualidia Oualidia is located on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. It is conveniently located just 2 hours from Casablanca and 2.5 hours from Marrakech. The sleepy village of Oualidia sits where the ocean and a salt water lagoon merge. Visitors enjoy picturesque views, nature and relaxation.
Sidi Kaouki
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.
Rass Nkhal Oasis Camp
Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp
Ouarzazate Ouarzazate Ouarzazate is located in a valley at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains and is at the center of Sahara Desert tourism. The city is also the film capital of Morocco and was used to shoot many famous films with desert scenes. Ouarzazate boasts many luxury hotels, expensive restaurants, and shops. The recently restored Kasbah is also worth visiting and has been used as a movie set.	Destination Guide
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
Agadir Agadir Poised between the Atlantic and the snow crowned Atlas Mountains, Agadir is a lively resort set beside a vast beach. Agadir is the most important shipping port in southwestern Morocco, but there are also beautiful sandy bays with year-round warm seas. It’s a very modern city, built with the tourist vacation in mind, a city which boasts a number of good hotels, restaurants, shops and a lively nightlife. It is the perfect base for excursions to Taroudant and Tafrefout.	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
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
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
Tangier Tangier The "Gateway to Africa," located at its northwestern tip, Tangier is a fashionable resort retaining its age-old mystery and excitement. French and Islamic influences meet and merge in this fascinating old city. Mosques and minarets overlook the shadowy streets of the bazaar, while the higher part of town, with its broad boulevards and lovely parks, looks down on the ocean.	Destination Guide

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