Moroccan Mélange
10N / 11 Days – 1 Night Casablanca + 1 Night Chefchaouen + 2 Nights Fes + 1 Night Desert Camp + 1 Night Ouarzazate + 2 Night Marrakesh + 2 Nights Essaouira
Morocco will not fail to amaze you
Unique stays: Enjoy the ultimate Riad style hotels in Marrakech and Fes, adventurous glamping experiences in the Sahara desert, and luxury stays en route while traveling through this magical country.
Rich History and Vibrant Culture: Because this ancient kingdom is where Africa meets Europe, Morocco has long been known as “the Gateway to Africa”. It is a land of cultural and exotic old-world charm that delights every visitor. On this tour you will see Imperial cities rich in culture and history, with palaces, mosques, local markets, The Famed Blue and Red Cities.
Glorious Nature: Experience scenic contrasts of Morocco – from Atlantic Ocean to Sahara Desert to Atlas Mountain and Dreamy Cities. The wonderful scenery includes snow-capped mountain peaks, deserts with sand dunes and beautiful fertile valleys.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
On arrival at Casablanca, Transfer to local hotel for check-in
Once you’ve settled into your accommodation, spend the rest of the day relaxing
Overnight in Casablanca
Day 2: Rabat • Chefchaouen (B)
After Breakfast, Checkout and Proceed to Rabat
Visit the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the Hassan Tower, the Royal Mausoleum and the Roman ruins of Chellah
Heading to chefchaouen in the evening for overnight
Day 3: Chefchaouen • Fes (B)
Morning, explore the Blue City of Chefchaouen
Later, Transfer to Fes for overnight
Day 4: Fes (B)
Explore Fez on a guided tour of the city and its ancient, maze-like medina
Visit the tomb of the city’s founder, Moulay Idriss II
Admire the architecture and intricate decoration of mosques and madrasas (Islamic colleges)
Centuries-old tannery, where you can watch men carrying out the complex process of turning animal hides into leather
End the day relaxing on the roof terrace of your riad, listening to the evening call to prayer echo around the city
Overnight in Fes
Day 5: Merzouga (B, D)
After breakfast, you will cross the 4 seasons road to Merzouga
Enjoy sunset over the endless sand dunes on a camel ride
Berber dinner and drumming around the fire camp
Overnight in your tent
Day 6: Merzouga • Ouarzazate (B, D)
Explore the the sand dunes and visit the village of Gnaoua (local brotherhood)
Head to Ouarzazat. En route, Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses
Dinner and overnight at your guesthouse in Ouarzazate
Day 7: Ouarzazate • Marrakech (B)
Proceed to Marrakech
Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou: a UNESCO-listed fortress where Lawrence of Arabia was filmed
Kasbah Telouet – a fortress built at an altitude of 2000m near the Tiz’n’Tichka pass
Free evening in Marrakech
Overnight stay at your hotel in Marrakech
Day 8: Marrakech (B, D)
Guided tour of Marrakech
Medina and the intricately decorated 16th-century Saadian Tombs
Bahia Palace
Koutoubia Mosque, which dominates the city’s skyline
Majorelle Garden
Free time in the souk market lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco
Dinner and show at Chez Ali. Overnight in Marrakech
Day 9: Marrakech • Essaouira (B)
After breakfast, departure to Essaouira and overnight
Day 10: Essaouira (B)
Discover the city of Essaouira, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Overnight at Essaouira
Day 11: Casablanca • Departure (B)
Transfer to Casablanca for departure
INCLUSIONS:
3*/ 4*/ 5* Accommodation as per itinerary (subject to availability) at the time of booking or similar.
Includes meals as per itinerary (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner).
City tours and excursions according to itinerary
All other services according to itinerary
Entrance Fees as per itinerary.
Airport transfers.
EXCLUSIONS:
All flights, excess baggage fees, airport departure taxes and other relevant taxes
Optional activities and excursions
Drinks, tips, laundry, bottled drinking water and other personal expenses
Medical, Travel and Baggage Insurance
Holiday Surcharge
Porterage at airport and hotels
Gratuity for your professional driver guide
Items of a personal nature (i.e. internet, curio, laundry, beverages, etc.) unless specifically quoted for above
Tips and gratuities
Passport and Visa fees
International Airfare
Optional Tours
Anything not specifically quoted in the inclusions
Train tickets
NOTES:
Rates are subject to availability and to further terms and conditions.
All prices are correct at the time of printing. Namaste Tourism reserves the right to alter the published price of any tour due to increasing tariffs, costs and entry fees or fluctuation of exchange rates, such amounts shall be determined at the sole discretion of Namaste Tourism.
No reservations have been made and accommodation is subject to availability. In case of non-availability, alternate accommodation will be recommended.
All outdoor activities are weather permitting.
Smoking is not allowed in the vehicles. Comfort stops will be made en route.
All distances and travelling times are approximate.
Peak Season Surcharge may be applicable during Xmas, New Year or during any special events.
Namaste Tourism Terms & Conditions Apply.
Effective November 15, 2015, Swachh Bharat cess in addition to the Service tax will be applicable on all currencies (payable in INR).
All Payments to be made in INR, USD or EUR as per rate of exchange at the time of booking.
Any payments automatically mean adherence to the terms & conditions of Namaste Tourism.
5%GST and 5% TCS are applicable