Essential Morocco

This is a comprehensive and evocative journey through Morocco. From the hustle and bustle of Fez and Marrakech, past traditional Berber villages and kasbahs, the Atlas Mountains, with time to enjoy the silence of the Sahara desert, before finishing at the picturesque coastal town of Essaouira, this trip will bring you close to the cultures and varied landscapes of this fascinating country.

Trip information

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Included

Transfers, city tour of Fez and Marrakech (not inc entrance fees), self-drive vehicle, airport transfers, guide where indicated.

Not included

International flights, insurance.

Is it for you?

This is not a difficult trip, though in summer it will be very hot.

Best time

Can be taken all year, but July & August are very hot, and in mid-winter some roads can be blocked with snow.

Getting there

Royal Air Maroc has daily flights into fez and out of Marrakech throughout the year with prices starting at around £300 per person. There are also seasonal flights with no-frills carriers like Ryanair into Fez and out of Marrakech starting at around £150 per person.

Weather and highlights

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Min Temp

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Staying in luxurious riads in the heart of Fez and Marrakech
Exploring the bustling towns and many sights of Fez and Marrakech
Visiting the UNESCO world heritage site of Voulubilis
Watching the sunset over the dunes of Merzouga
Hiking in the spectacular Dades Gorge.
Relaxing by the sea in Essaouira.

Itinerary

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Duration: 14 days

Day 1:
Arrive in Fez. Transfer to your hotel/riad.
Day 2:
Full day's guided city tour of Fez. (B)
Day 3:
Guided visit to Meknes and Volubilis. (B)
Day 4:
Collect hire car. Self drive from Fez to Erfoud. Overnight desert Kasbah. (B,D)
Day 5:
Guided visit to Merzouga dunes. Overnight kasbah. (B,D)
Day 6:
Drive to Dades Gorge via Todra Gorge. Overnight hotel. (B,D)
Day 7:
Visit Dades Gorge, drive to Skoura. Kasbah. (B,D)
Day 8:
Visit Ait Benhaddou, then drive over the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Leave car. Riad. (B)
Day 9:
Morning guided tour of the city. Riad. (B)
Day 10:
Free day to explore Marrakech. Riad. (B)
Day 11:
Transfer to Essaouira. Free afternoon. Riad. (B)
Day 12:
Day free to explore Essaouira. Riad (B)
Day 13:
Afternoon transfer to Marrakech. Riad (B)
Day 14:
Transfer to airport for flight home. (B)

Pricing guidelines for Morocco

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £250 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Many clients book their own flights with Easyjet or similar.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
9 day holiday including the desertBetween £1500 and £2000
2 weeks holiday taking in various sites in Morocco, using good accommodationBetween £1500 and £2500
5 day short break (one destination)From about £500+
1 week trekking holiday (eg Toubkal trek)Between £600 and £800

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