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12-Day Morocco in Depth

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Overview

Travel to Morocco for an enticing combination of ancient cities and Roman ruins, sweeping deserts and centuries-old medinas, mosques and minarets, winding alleyways and vibrant markets, gorgeous beaches and rugged mountains. On this 12-day tour, you'll discover the best of Morocco!

From surfing in the coastal resort town of Oualidia, you'll travel deep into the Atlas Mountains to get a taste of the Berber life, before heading to the famous coastal city of Essaouira and the fun town of Taghazout. You'll then head to southern Morocco’s lush Souss Valley to Taroudant, before heading to the ochre city of Marrakesh for your last night.

You'll spend your days sampling exotic Berber cuisine, sipping on a fresh cup of mint tea at a streetside cafe, hiking the Atlas Mountains, meandering your way through bustling markets and surfing at Morocco's top seaside spots!
Culture & Arts
Food & Drink
Hiking & Trekking
Wellness
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Travel to Morocco Today!

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Travel to Morocco Today!

Upon arrival, your guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation or the airport in Casablanca. After a welcome meeting, you will drive along the coast towards the beautiful village of Oualidia, overlooking an outstanding coastal lagoon, with small villas on the hill and the shore. Upon arrival, you will have a beautiful seafood lunch in an open-air restaurant. The rest of the afternoon will be at leisure to enjoy the beautiful Oualidia beach!

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    Accommodation

    Chateau Eden El Rouh & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Oualidia

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Casablanca to Oualidia

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Oualidia

Day 2

Free Time in Oualidia & Oyster Farm Lunch

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Free Time in Oualidia & Oyster Farm Lunch

After breakfast, you may want to have a surf lesson, ride the prettiest waves in the region or just enjoy the tranquillity of this lagoon! Later, you will visit an oyster farm and then have lunch at the oyster restaurant so get your taste buds ready for a unique culinary local experience. Oualidia is known for being the oyster capital of Morocco. Oyster farming in Oualidia started shortly after Morocco gained independence in 1956 using Japanese methods.

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    Accommodation

    Chateau Eden El Rouh & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Oyster Farm & Oyster Lunch

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Oualidia

Day 3

Travel to Morocco; the Atlas Mountains & the Pretty Village of Ouirgane

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Travel to Morocco; the Atlas Mountains & the Pretty Village of Ouirgane

After breakfast, you’ll depart to the glorious Atlas Mountains and specifically, to the pretty village of Ouirgane. Located about 60 kilometres from Marrakesh, the Ouirgane valley is surrounded by the foothills of the High Atlas and a large artificial lake. Due to the variety and beauty of its landscapes, it is the ideal place for picnic and hiking enthusiasts! You will have time to sit back, relax and enjoy this peaceful area, or even go for a walk by the lake with your tour leader.

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    Accommodation

    Ksar Shama3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Oualidia to Ouirgane

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Oualidia

    Marrakesh-Safi

Day 4

Hike in the Atlas Mountains & Moroccan Tagine Cooking Class

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Hike in the Atlas Mountains & Moroccan Tagine Cooking Class

Today, you'll explore the valley and get to know the traditions of a typical Berber village. You'll take time to relax, enjoy the view and sip some mint tea with locals as you navigate stones and crags, running streams and pass through traditional Berber villages on the way. Later, you will learn how to cook a traditional Moroccan tagine in a family house. During this cooking class, you will discover the secrets of a subtle and succulent cuisine.

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    Accommodation

    Ksar Shama3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Hike in the Atlas Mountains from Ouirgane

    Moroccan Tagine Cooking Class

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh-Safi

    Ouirgane

Day 5

Journey to the Coastal City of Essaouira

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Journey to the Coastal City of Essaouira

Early in the morning, you might want to have a small walk around the Ouirgane village before bidding farewell to the mountains and heading to the charming coastal city and a gem in the Atlantic, Essaouira. Upon arrival in Essaouira, you can choose to relax by the beach, maybe ride a horse or just walk through the narrow streets of Essaouira's Medina which is full of colours and surprises. In the evening, head down to the harbour to enjoy a seafood dinner!

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    Accommodation

    Riad Mimouna4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Essaouira

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ouirgane to Essaouira

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh-Safi

    Essaouira

Day 6

Yoga on the Beach & Horse Ride on Diabat Beach

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Yoga on the Beach & Horse Ride on Diabat Beach

In the morning, you'll enjoy a relaxing yoga session on the beach. Rest, relax and rejuvenate by the ocean and warm up through long deep stretching session. In the afternoon, you will head to the Ranch de Diabat for a horse riding experience. On this two-hour horse ride, you can discover the ancient house of the Black Sultan, the beach of Diabat, the Ile of Mogador with the Portuguese castle, before returning to the ranch across the forest of mimosas and eucalyptus.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Mimouna4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Yoga Session by the Beach in Essaouira

    Horse Ride on Diabat Beach

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Essaouira

    Diabat

Day 7

Travel to Taghazout, Morocco's Best Surfing Spot

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Travel to Taghazout, Morocco's Best Surfing Spot

Today, you'll travel to one of Morocco's best beaches and the perfect surfing spot, Taghazout. Upon arrival, feel free to grab a tasty seafood lunch at one of the many local restaurants in this beautiful fishing village! You can then use the rest of the day to rest and enjoy the beach, maybe catch a wave, chill on the beach or have a late afternoon swim at your hotel's pool.

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    Accommodation

    Sol House Taghazout Bay - Surf4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Taghazout

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Essaouira to Taghazout

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Essaouira

    Taghazout

Day 8

Free Day in Taghazout

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Free Day in Taghazout

This morning, you'll enjoy another relaxing experience by the ocean, practice breathing exercises and guided movements to get back into shape spiritually and physically. Practising yoga in Taghazout will teach you how to fully enjoy the moment, calmly soothing your mind and exploring your spirit. The rest of the day will then be at your leisure, you may want to head to the nearby Agadir or relax in Taghazout.

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    Accommodation

    Sol House Taghazout Bay - Surf4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Morning Yoga Session in Taghazout

    AgadirOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Taghazout

    Agadir

Day 9

Venture Towards the Market Town of Taroudant

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Venture Towards the Market Town of Taroudant

Today, you'll hop in the car and venture towards the market town of Taroudant, sometimes called ‘Little Marrakesh’. The journey should take around eight hours in total. This drive goes through desert scenery and along a route that's a reserve for the indigenous argan trees. Argan oil is highly prized for its culinary, cosmetic and medicinal uses and is only produced in Morocco, and is certainly a trademark of Morocco around the world. You'll stay in a beautiful Riad in the heart of Taroudant.

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    Accommodation

    Le Palais Oumensour4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Taghazout to Taroudant

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Taghazout

    Taroudant

Day 10

Explore the Taroudant Region

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Explore the Taroudant Region

Today, you'll explore the Taroudant region and its amazing rock formations. You will visit the souks during this tour and you will make a stop at la Maison D'artisanat Berbère, a museum and shop dedicated to encouraging local craftsmen and artists. Then, you'll make another stop at the Anmoon Weaving Co-op, a true co-operative where local women make unique ecological rugs and purses. Later on, you will do a hike around the valley crossing stepping stones across a river bed which is often dry.

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    Accommodation

    Le Palais Oumensour4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Explore Taroudant: Medina, Villages & Hiking

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Taroudant

Day 11

Spend Your Final Day and Night in Marrakesh!

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Spend Your Final Day and Night in Marrakesh!

Today, you'll leave Taroudant behind and head to the ochre city of Marrakesh where you will spend the last night of your adventure in the Medina. The rest of the day is at leisure so feel free to enjoy a farewell dinner. Your guide can provide recommendations of things to do and see and where to eat in this vibrant, mud-baked city!

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    Accommodation

    Riad & Spa Bahia Salam4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    MarrakeshOptional Activity

    Les Bains de MarrakeshOptional Activity

    Marrakesh Old Quarter MellahOptional Activity

    Jemaa el-FnaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Taroudant to Marrakesh

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Taroudant

    Marrakesh

Day 12

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Your tour ends after breakfast as you’re transferred to Marrakesh Airport in time for your onward flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Marrakesh to Marrakesh Menara Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

Included in Price

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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