MAY 13-28, 2022
Join Pack A Fork! on a group exploration through the wonderland that is Morocco. You’ll travel through this North African country characterized by its dramatic coastline, breathtaking mountains and sweeping deserts. Morocco is a country of dizzying geographic diversity. From its ancient cities and historic buildings to the winding maze of souqs in its medinas, the mixed Arab and Berber populations form a strong national identity. Today’s Moroccan culture takes the best of old traditions and weaves a new pattern while looking to the future. Morocco has a hundred faces and sounds – all ready to welcome its travelers looking for spice and adventure!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
- Tour starts in Casablanca and ends in Marrakech
- Explore the ancient walled medinas of Casablanca, Fes, Marrakech, Essaouira and more..
- Shop – and shop some more – in the souks and markets of each city
- Tour the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
- Visit Volubilis and tour the ruins of this Roman city now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Tour one of Morocco’s best wineries and enjoy tastings of their wines and award-winning olive oil
- Walk in the medina of Fes with its 9000+ streets & alleyways
- Learn about the history and architecture of sites in Fes: Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II, the Kairaouine Mosque and Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Visit the famous Fes tanneries
- Participate in a hands-on Moroccan cooking class in Fes; visit the marketplace with the chef to gather ingredients
- Shop in the Fes souks – we won’t let you get lost (unless you want to!)
- Hike in the Ziz Valley
- Enjoy lunch in a Berber home with a family
- Visit Tourag musicians, nomadic people of the West Sahara, and listen to their unique bland of music
- Take a camel ride (or ATV) to a luxury desert camp in the Sahara; spend the night dining under the stars and sleep in a Bedouin-style tent
- Hike in Todra Gorge – one of the beautiful rock canyons of the Dades Valley
- Visit the Valley of Roses and learn about rose oil and rosewater production in Morocco
- Visit the beautiful Skoura Oasis
- Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou
- Visit the studios where Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Cleopatra & Game of Thrones were filmed
- Learn about the history and architecture of Marrakech’s main sites: Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs & the Jewish Quarter
- Immerse yourself in the Moroccan culture at Marrakech’s main square – Djemaa el-Fnaa
- Enjoy two of Marrakech’s museums during free time: Majorelle Garden & the Yves Saint Laurent Museum
- Visit a saffron farm and botanic garden in the Ourika Valley
- Hike in the High Atlas Mountains (easy to moderate)
- Learn about Berber traditions & culture by visiting a family in their home, taking tea and exchanging conversation (guide will translate)
- Visit women’s argan oil and Berber rug cooperatives
- Discover the old Portuguese port of Essaouira
- Take a walking tour of Essaouira; tour the port, ramparts, seafood market and beach
- Shop in the Essaouira souks known for their local artisan goods
INCLUDES:
- 15-day guided tour of the best of these Morocco locations: Casablanca, Essaouira, Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Skoura Oasis, Dades Valley, Sahara Desert Luxury Camp, Fes and more~
- A Moroccan tour guide (or two) who will travel with the group; meet specialist tour guides at select sites
- Private transportation by small coach with a Moroccan driver (a safe one!)
- All accommodations (4 & 5*); hotels, riads, kasbahs
- Immersive experiences to meet the Moroccan people/locals and learn their culture
- Breakfast in the hotel/riad daily (not a group meal) + either lunch or dinner main meal per day (see Daily Itinerary); meals at select restaurants, riads cafes and during picnics
- Gratuities at restaurants
- All guided tours
- All site entrance fees, winery fees and tastings
- Plenty of free time built in to relax, discover on your own or dine with new friends
NOT INCLUDED:
- International airfare
- 3rd meal of the day (meals per Daily Itinerary)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for driver & guides
- Travel Insurance
PRICE:
$ 5386 – per person for Double Occupancy; $5786 Single Occupancy
MOROCCO GROUP TOUR – RELATED LINKS:
–Daily Itinerary
–Financial Terms & Conditions
–Registration