8 Days | Revel in the colours and flavours of North Morocco
Immerse yourself in the cultures of North Morocco on this eight-day adventure. Wander through the Atlantic port of Tangier and the blue-hued streets of Chefchaouen, learn about your hosts’ culture in the sacred city of Moulay Idriss during a homestay experience and watch the sun bounce over the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Discover the medieval city of Fes and dance in the eternally festive Djemaa el-Fna in Marrakech, where sights and sounds mingle to create a colourful chaos. This trip lets you soak up the extravagant sights of cities and ancient towns alike, featuring the many hidden delights North Morocco has to offer.
Trip overview
- Start
- Casablanca, Morocco
- Finish
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Morocco
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- XMSB
- Experience the local hospitality during your homestay with a charming local family in Moulay Idriss – where you can enjoy a hearty homecooked feast by your host and learn about their culture.
- Embrace the Atlantic breeze in the coastal town of Tangier and see the vivid blue hues of Chefchaouen over sunset, while you explore the houses and laneways of this surreal city.
- See the impressive Roman ruins of Volubilis, which rise from the Jebel Zerhoun Plain, and get lost in the charm of the zigzagging lanes in the once imperial capital of Meknes.
- Relive a medieval past in bustling Fes. While many tourists get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the medina, you'll have a local guide to show you the way.
- Explore the sprawling public square of Djemaa el-Fna. Where else would you find drummers, dancers, fortune tellers, jugglers, street food vendors and old medicine men all in one place?
- Ramadan is a month-long festival in Morocco, often in March and April. Travelling during this period can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
- The trains can get busy at peak periods, so we’d recommend packing lightly and compactly to make sure you can get on and off the train easily and quickly. You'll need to be able to handle your luggage through busy train stations.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Itinerary
Inclusions
7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Public Bus, Private vehicle, Taxi, Train, High Speed Train
Homestay (1 night), Hotel (6 nights)
- Tangier - Leader-led orientation walk
- Chefchaouen - Sunset viewpoint
- Moulay Idriss - Leader-led village walk
- Volubilis - Entrance and guided tour
- Meknes - Leader-led orientation walk
- Fes - Medina walking tour
- Fes - Medresse el Attarine
- Fes - Tannery visit
- Fes - Funduq al-Najjarin
- Marrakech - Medina walking tour
- Marrakech - Spiced Sand Coffee
- Casablanca - Jewish Museum (entrance fee) - MAD50
- Casablanca - Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) - Free
- Casablanca - Hassan II Mosque - MAD130
- Casablanca - Religious Casablanca Urban Adventure - MAD1850
- Casablanca - The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure - MAD700
- Tangier - Cafe Hafa - MAD60
- Chefchaouen - Hammam (public baths) - MAD150
- Chefchaouen - Picnic lunch for hike - MAD70
- Chefchaouen - Walking Tour with Local Guide - MAD350
- Chefchaouen - Medina visit with local guide - MAD300
- Chefchaouen - Kasbah - MAD60
- Marrakech - Marjorelle Gardens - MAD165
- Marrakech - Palais Bahia - MAD70
- Marrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
- Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
- Marrakech - Cascades d'Ouzoud Day Tour - MAD2207
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2090
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
- Marrakech - Medina, Palaces & Tombs Urban Adventure - MAD650
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 4 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Optional transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca
If you are flying into Marrakech we can provide an optional transfer to the starting point city of Casablanca. This transfer is on request and prepaid. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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