Highlights of Morocco
10 Days Starting and ending in Casablanca, Morocco
Visiting: Casablanca, Fez, Erfoud, Rissani, Ouarzazate, Marrakesh
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6780-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 43
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Our affordable tour of Morocco truly is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Exotic and fascinating, the Kingdom of Morocco is rich in history and culture, revealing intriguing historic sights, authentic cuisine, and changing scenery that is perfect for value-minded travel lover wanting to explore and learn about a new destination. This itinerary takes in the Imperial cities of Morocco, such as Fez, Marrakech, Meknes, and Rabat, as well as inspiring cities, like Ouarzazate, Casablanca and Erfoud. In the red city of Marrakesh, step back in time as you wander through the Jemaa-el-Fna, the main square and exotic bazaar, offering some of the greatest open-air entertainment. Listen to the storytellers—an integral part of the culture—and browse for handicrafts. In Fez, take an optional tour to visit the ancient medina. Founded in the 9th century, it is one of the largest medieval cities in the world and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this comprehensive and affordable tour of Morocco, you will also be enchanted by beautiful oasis, stunned by the beauty of the desert, and surprised by the mountain scenery of the Middle Atlas. You’ll also visit Casablanca and see its modern great Mosque and Meknes, where you'll visit the royal stables built to once house 12,000 royal horses. Your tour also takes you to Ouarzazate, where you'll visit the Kasbah de Taourirt, and the amazing, fortified city of Ait Benhaddou, used as set to the “Gladiator” movie. Stop at the mountain resort of Ifrane; overnight in Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, and visit Rabat, Morocco’s vibrant capital. From the Middle Atlas mountain range and Ziz Gorges to arid desert, this budget-minded Morocco vacation will amaze you with spectacular scenery.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Casablanca, Morocco
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Casablanca City Center
Meals Included: None
Check into your hotel. Later, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2 : Casablanca - Rabat - Meknes - Fez
Location: Fez
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Menzeh Zalagh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Skirt the Atlantic coast to Rabat, once a lair of the corsairs and now the country’s capital. The highlights of the included sightseeing tour are the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah of Oudayas. Continue to Meknes and see its monumental gates, mosque, palace, and miles of protective walls during your guided tour. Visit the Royal stables, originally built to once house 12,000 of the royal horses. Travel east towards Fez, Morocco’s most enchanting city. Today’s Distance: 186 mi/ 300 km
Day 3 : Fez
Location: Fez
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Menzeh Zalagh
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the day at leisure in ancient Fez, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. Visit the exotic ancient Medina, UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the optional sightseeing tour. You’ll walk through a maze of narrow, bustling streets and alleys that are home to brilliantly hued souks.
Day 4 : Fez - Ifrane - Erfoud
Location: Erfoud
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kasbah Tizimi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel today into the very heart of Morocco. Stop in the quiet, French-built alpine mountain resort of Ifrane. Verdant cedar forests give way to volcanic mountains and windswept plains as you travel across the Middle Atlas range. Pass fortified mud-and-straw villages and descend into the spectacular Ziz gorges. The landscape becomes progressively more arid as you enter a stony desert. Approaching Erfoud, encounter an unexpected and breathtaking surprise: the peaceful oasis of the Ziz Valley. Today’s Distance: 255 mi/ 410 km
Day 5 : Erfoud
Location: Rissani
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kasbah Tizimi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The best choice today is an included excursion to Rissani to visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, the first ruler of the Alaouite Dynasty. This evening, enjoy an optional excursion in the desert.
Day 6 : Erfoud - The Road Of Thousand Kasbahs - Ouarzazate
Location: Ouarzazate
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ibis Ouarzazate Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Upon leaving Erfoud, we learn about the Khettaras, ancient underground irrigation systems. Enjoy the drive through the eastern slopes of the Atlas Mountains and arrive at the Tinerhir oasis with its green valley of palms and local villages. On to the impressive Todra Gorge, then along the Dades Valley. Arrive in the film capital of Morocco, Ouarzazate, where you’ll visit the Kasbah de Taourirt, the intricate and fascinating residence of Pasha Thami el Glaoui. Today’s Distance: 217 mi/ 350 km
Day 7 : Ouarzazate - Aït Benhaddou - Tizi-N-Tichka Pass - Marrakesh
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Aït Benhaddou, an ancient, fortified city, famous as a film location for “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Gladiator.” Pass through picturesque villages surrounded by craggy mountains towards 7,414-foot-high Tizi-n-Tichka Pass in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. Each new twist in the road leads to a different, more dramatic landscape. Leaving the pass behind, see the landscape gradually change to a tapestry of red ochre. Enter the gates of the red-hued imperial city of Marrakesh, justly considered the most fascinating of all Moroccan cities. An optional evening excursion is a fitting way to end the day. Today’s Distance: 127 mi/ 205 km
Day 8 : Marrakesh
Location: Marrakesh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The included city sightseeing with a Local Guide starts with an orientation drive followed by a walk through the ancient quarters to the fascinating Jemaa-el-Fna square and its exotic bazaar, Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Gardens. You’ll feel as if you’ve stopped the march of time.
Day 9 : Marrakesh - Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Casablanca City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Morocco’s magical city of Marrakesh for the journey back to Casablanca. On arrival, see the main sights and visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque in the company of a Local Guide. Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Day 10 : Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations including the modern Novotel Casablanca City Center, the oasis-like Menzeh Zalagh in Fez, the strategically located Kasbah Tizimi in Erfoud, the desert-themed Ibis Ouarzazate Center, and the conveniently situated Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa in Marrakesh.
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Guided Sightseeing
Enjoy guided sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary, including visits to the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, the Kasbah of Oudayas, and more.
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Transport
Travel in comfort with a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach equipped with free Wi-Fi, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey throughout Morocco.
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Fully Guided
Benefit from the expertise of a Cosmos Tour Director throughout the tour.
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Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily and 5 dinners are included.
What's Not Included
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Tipping & Gratuities
Tipping and gratuities are not included.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers at the destination are not included.
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International Travel
Flights/travel to/from the UK for the start and end of the tour are not included.
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Optional Sightseeing
Any sightseeing noted as being an optional excursion is not included.
UNESCO Sites
Historic City of Meknes|Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou|Medina of Marrakesh|Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City)
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 5 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach equipped with free Wi-Fi, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey throughout Morocco.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there an opportunity to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the exotic ancient Medina in Fez, the Historic City of Meknes, the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, the Medina of Marrakesh, and Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City).
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What types of accommodations are included in the tour?
The tour includes stays in a variety of comfortable accommodations such as the modern Novotel Casablanca City Center, the oasis-like Menzeh Zalagh in Fez, the strategically located Kasbah Tizimi in Erfoud, the desert-themed Ibis Ouarzazate Center, and the conveniently situated Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa in Marrakesh.
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What is the final destination of the tour?
The tour ends in Casablanca, where you will see the main sights and visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque in the company of a Local Guide.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions include a sightseeing tour of the ancient Medina in Fez, an evening excursion in the desert in Erfoud, and an evening excursion in Marrakesh.
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What can I expect to see in Marrakesh during the tour?
In Marrakesh, the included city sightseeing with a Local Guide starts with an orientation drive followed by a walk through the ancient quarters to the fascinating Jemaa-el-Fna square and its exotic bazaar, Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Gardens.
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Are guided sightseeing tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, guided sightseeing tours are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour in Rabat?
In Rabat, the highlights include the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah of Oudayas.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Casablanca, check into your hotel, and later meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes buffet breakfasts daily and 5 dinners.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel is in a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach equipped with free Wi-Fi, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey throughout Morocco.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cosmos requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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