Essential Morocco
- Tour Operator:
- Intrepid Travel
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 18 to 29
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 16559
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Stay with a local family in beautiful Moulay Idriss
- Experience the tastes, sights, and sounds of Fes
- Ride a camel through the Sahara desert dunes
- Visit Ait Benhaddou, a traditional mud brick city
- Taste delicious Moroccan dishes in Marrakesh
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Casablanca
- Day 2: Meknes - Moulay Idriss
- Day 3: Fes
- Day 4: Fes
- Day 5: Midelt
- Day 6: Merzouga
- Day 7: Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
- Day 8: Ait Benhaddou
- Day 9: High Atlas - Marrakech
- Day 10: Marrakech
- Day 11: Marrakech
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Transport
- Additional Services
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
Khalil· March 13, 2020Great trip full of joy
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank Khalil!Trip date: March 2020- Brooke· March 08, 2020The accommodation was average but to be expected due to the price of the tour. But the most disappointing was our tour guide Hamid. He never communicated properly so no one had a clue what was going on. Then he would go off at us when we did something... Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Brooke, this is not the standard we expect of our local guides and would like to look into this immediately. Can you please email us at customerrelations@intrepidtravel.com with the details mentioned and your booking number?Trip date: September 2019
- BKBarbara· February 20, 2020Those 11 days were among the best in my life, not only was the itinerary perfect and really diverse, our guide Mouna was a truly inspiring young female group leader, who showed us a lot of her home country. Due to the fact that the group is really small... Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much Barbara! This is so fantastic to read. we're so glad you enjoyed your time in Morocco.Trip date: February 2020
- Jemise· January 10, 2020This was the best trip I have ever been on. Allal the guide was amazing and very nice. He really made sure we get the best out of our trip. At the end, I felt as if he was family. I like how I truly got the African experience. No, every hotel may not be... Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks you so much Jemise! We're so happy this was the best trip ever and know that Allal will appreciate the feedback.Trip date: July 2019
- Tessa· November 28, 2019Overall I supremely enjoyed this trip; it had a good mix of activities, from visiting historical sites, culturally rich experiences, and beautiful views of nature. The meals could be a bit repetitive, but as a vegetarian it's to be expected to only have... Show moreTrip date: November 2019
- MPMadison· October 03, 2019Amazing tour that far exceeded my expectations. You see so many places and things, and have very cool local experiences (that might be difficult to get to or have on your own). Hassan went above and beyond as our guide, and lots of people got really... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- AElizabeth T· September 18, 2019I loved the ease of traveling with Intrepid, and everything on the itinerary was interesting and exciting. Mouna, our leader, was also awesome. I'm not sure that I would recommend the company to everyone I know, just because I know some people who would... Show moreTrip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- ACallum S· September 18, 2019Excellent trip all around, couldn’t be happier with my choiceTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- ABantu D· September 18, 2019Good leader, lots to see and doTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AWataru H· September 18, 2019Verry Exciting of everyplace where to visit in JAPANTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
Dates & Availability
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- Get Instant ConfirmationSundayDec 27, 2020WednesdayJan 6, 2021Hold space for 48h$970Book With Flexibility
FAQs
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
A single supplement is currently available for this tour, with the exception of day 6 Merzouga, as you will be staying in a Desert camp. Please contact our Customer Support team for more information and to arrange this.
- Is there a hotel list available?
Usually, hotel lists are not confirmed until 4-6 weeks before departure, however, this is a list of hotels that they typically stay at. Please be advised that they are subject to change:
Casablanca – Hotel Transatlantique
Moulay Idriss – La Colombe Blanche
Fes – Hotel de la Paix (2 nights)
Midelt – Kasbah Asmaa
Merzouga – Desert camp
Todra Gorge – Dar Ayour
Ait Benhaddou – Hotel La Kasbah
Marrakech – Hotel Amalou (2 nights)
Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour. - When and where does the tour end?
On the last day of this tour, you can choose to depart at any time! Breakfast is provided at Hotel Amalou (Please note the accommodation is subject to change until your finalised documents are released). Check-out time is usually around noon and you are free to leave at any time.
- When and where does the tour start?
The first day of this tour is an arrivals day, which means that you can arrive at any time on Day 1! The joining point on this tour will be the Moroccan House Hotel Casablanca (Please note the accommodation is subject to change until your finalised documents are released). Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at around 6 pm on Day 1 where you can meet your guide and fellow travellers.
- What are the optional excursions?
The optional excursions for this tour are:
Casablanca - Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque. Price: MAD120
Palmery cycling tour. Price: MAD350
Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day tour. Price: MAD2000
Quad Biking the Rock Desert & Palmgrove. Price: MAD715
Urban Adventures - A Taste Of Marrakech. Price: MAD509
Quad biking Barrage Lalla Takerkoust. Price: MAD1650
Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour. Price: MAD350
Hot Air Ballooning. Price: MAD2050
Hammam & Massage in a luxury spa. Price: MAD750
Urban Adventures - Tajine cooking class. Price: MAD546
Asni & Ouirgane with lunch. Price: MAD1806
Cascades d'Ouzoud day tour. Price: MAD2207
Oukaimeden day tour. Price: MAD1882
Ourika Valley day tour. Price: MAD1817
Imlil & Aroumd day tour. Price: MAD1817
Please note that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change.
Good to Know
- About the country
Currencies
- د.إ
- DirhamMorocco
Plugs & Adapters
Visa
Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.Vaccines
These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.- Typhoid - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Payment information
- For any tour departing before 2 July 2020 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 2 July 2020, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 26 days days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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- Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar can request Intrepid Travel to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
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