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11-Nights Wonders of Morocco: From Souks to the Sahara - Small Group Journeys from $10,995
Abercrombie & Kent
OFFER ID 1690842
From medieval Fez to bustling Marrakech, Morocco delights with iconic architecture, intoxicating aromas and uniquely hospitable people. Explore these timeless cities, get a taste of local Berber life in the ruggedly beautiful Atlas Mountains and sleep under the stars at A&K’s Private Desert Camp, nestled among towering Sahara dunes.
11 nights from $10,995 per person
1 Arrive Casablanca, Morocco
Situated on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, Casablanca pulses with a modern energy, yet whispers of its romantic past — immortalized in the classic Humphrey Bogart movie (set here though filmed in Hollywood) — still linger. Met at the airport, you check in to your luxurious hotel and relax. This evening, join your fellow guests for a welcome dinner.
Royal Mansour Casablanca
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2 Rabat and Fez – Ancient Traditions and a Rich Heritage
While the port city of Casablanca is Morocco’s largest metropolis and its commercial hub, there are connections to the rich local culture close at hand. Visit the expansive Hassan II Mosque; its minaret is the tallest religious structure in the world. Travel to the Moorish city of Rabat, capital of Morocco, to visit the Mohammed V Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco, grandfather of the current king. View the Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah. Continue to Fez for a special cocktail reception. Tonight, at dinner, meet a female professor who shares her insights on the role of women in modern Morocco.
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
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3 Fez – Timeless Medieval City
Explore Fez el-Bali (Old Fez), the cultural heart of Morocco and a renowned center of medieval learning. Stroll the old quarter, with its 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys and souks, on a lively market visit. Watch local craftsmen work with bronze and pottery, and then proceed to the intricately detailed Karaouine. Built in AD 859, it is one of the oldest still-functioning universities in the world. After a stop at Nejjarine Square, visit Fez el-Jadid (New Fez) to visit the Royal Palace, madrasas (Islamic schools) and the Mellah of Fez (Jewish quarter).
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
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4 Volubilis – Roman Ruins and Lunch at a Vineyard
Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa. With its triumphal arches, basilicas and capitals, the Volubilis skyline brims with iconic examples of Roman architecture. Among its greatest treasures, however, are the mosaic floors of former family dwellings, depicting figures from epic mythology. A winery outside Meknes offers a chef-led experience at an on-site restaurant set among olive groves.
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
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5 Erfoud – Desert Oasis
Travel to small, desert-fringed Erfoud, pausing for lunch en route and observing everyday life as you pass Berber villages, date palm plantations and the majestic Atlas Mountains. After this scenic drive, your hotel welcomes you and hosts dinner.
L'hotel By Chateau De Sable
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6 The Sahara – Into the Desert Dunes
Discover the fortified desert town of Rissani before heading out into the desert dunes of the Sahara, first by four-wheel-drive vehicle amid stunning reddish-hued sand dunes and then by camelback, to your nomadic tented camp, where a reception with mint tea and pastries awaits you. As the sun sets over the Saharan dunes, celebrate the moment with a thirst-quenching sundowner. Return to your camp for a traditional meal before a campfire, along with distinctively Moroccan entertainment.
A&k Private Desert Camp
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7 Ouarzazate – Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
Journey overland to the city of Ouarzazate, built as a French garrison in the 1920s. Once a stopping point for African traders, it is today a regional trade center, noted for its pottery and carpets. Along the way, absorb stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains and the flourishing Dades Valley on the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.”
Le Berbere Palace
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8 Ouarzazate – Door of the Desert
Admire the Kasbah of Tifoultoute, a majestic 17th-century fortress, and continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the region’s most exotic kasbahs, some of which have been featured in famous films, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
Le Berbere Palace
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9 Ouarzazate – Crossing the High Atlas
Journey over the High Atlas Mountains, observing everyday life in remote rural towns, to the fascinating “Red City” of Marrakech, where you relax and unwind.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
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10 Marrakech – Exploring the Red City
Unearth the secrets of Marrakech, starting in the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at its architectural jewels, including the soaring Koutoubia Minaret. Then visit Ben Youssef Madrasa, once the largest Islamic college in the Maghreb. Later, walk Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, populated by vendors, acrobats, dancers and street musicians performing at every turn. You may also stroll the city’s labyrinthine souks.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
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11 Marrakech – A Stroll in the Jardin Majorelle
Walk the Jardin Majorelle, a picturesque garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by design legend Yves Saint Laurent. Stop at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum nearby for an up-close look at some of the famed designer’s creations. Relax at your hotel, then explore Marrakech at your own pace, or visit El Amane Association for Women and Children, a community initiative supported by A&K Philanthropy. Tonight’s special farewell dinner features entertainment by a local Gnaoua band.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
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12 Depart Marrakech
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
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Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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