14 days tour

Casablanca To Marrakech (14 Days) Morocco Encompas

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Casablanca To Marrakech (14 Days) Morocco Encompas

This tour includes:

Guide

An English speaking guide will accompany the group throughout the tour, along with the driver. We may also use specialist local guides to give extra information at some of the sites visited during the tour. At Encounters Travel we aim to only use local Moroccan guides and drivers. We feel this gives you the best experience of the country and the sites you are seeing and many people describe our Moroccan guides as one of the highlights of their holiday. We may share this tour with travellers booking through other operators.

Accommodation

We use good quality hotels rated at the Moroccan 3 and 4-star level on this tour, plus a night in the desert. Here we stay at a simple, traditional Berber camp on the edge of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes. This is a great spot to enjoy sunrise and sunset over the Sahara. Accommodation is in a large shared Berber tent, or you can take your mattress outside and sleep under the stars. Blankets are provided but we recommend that you bring a sleeping bag for the colder winter months from November to April. Shared western-style flushing toilets are available. Local hotel star ratings may vary slightly from international standards. Accommodation is based on double or twin en-suite rooms with air conditioning. All couples will be given a private double room. Please check the Single Room Supplement option for details on room sharing and optional single supplement charges for solo travellers on this tour (please note that the tent remains shared whilst in the desert when selecting the single room supplement option).

Meals

Meals: 13 breakfasts,1 lunch, 5 dinners including a Berber camp dinner

Transport

Our trips can feature a mix of different transport options. We want you to feel like youโ€™re really experiencing the country youโ€™re travelling through, but at the same time we want you to finish journeys refreshed enough to enjoy the next stage of the tour. The terrain, route taken and public transport options in Morocco mean that we use air conditioned private vehicles throughout this tour. These include AC minivans, minibuses or small coaches, appropriate to the size of the group. We always aim to leave a few spare seats to ensure it is comfortable for everyone.

Others

24hr arrival airport transfer service Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels 1 night in an authentic Berber Desert Camp Transport in AC Minivan, Minibus or Coach Meals: 13 breakfasts,1 lunch, 5 dinners including a Berber camp dinner Guided tours of Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Fez, Ait Benhaddou and Rabat English speaking tour guide, plus driver Sahara camel trek

Not included:

Insurance

Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).

Others

International flights Travel insurance (mandatory) Visas Tipping kitty - 2024 - USD 60, 2025 - USD 65 Tour guide tips Meals not indicated in the itinerary Drinks, snacks & personal expenses Optional activities

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Casablanca To Marrakech (14 Days) Morocco Encompas

  • Day 1 Day 1: Casablanca
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Casablanca

      Welcome to Morocco! After a short transfer from the airport, you will have a free day to explore this vibrant city. Tonight you will meet your fellow travellers at your pre-departure meeting at 6pm, organised at the joining hotel in the heart of town. (Dinner). Overnight: Hotel Diwan (or similar)

  • Day 2 Day 2: Meknes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Meknes

      After breakfast we head to Rabat and have some time to visit Oudaia Kasbah, Hasssan tower, the Royal palace and Chellah. After lunch we move on to the more laid back city of Meknes where you get to enjoy some free time. (Breakfast). Overnight: Hotel Akouas (or similar)

  • Day 3 Day 3: Chefchaouen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Chefchaouen

      In the morning we take a tour of the Roman ruins at Volubilis, the largest ancient site of Morocco. UNESCO-listed, the site dates back to AD40 and once ruled the entire Roman province of Mauritania. We then travel on to explore Chefchaouen, a haven of peace and tranquility. High up in the Rif mountains, Chefchaouen is a beautiful blue door and white-walled medina that was originally a Berber post. The main square is the heart of Chefchaouen, with the Kasbah (built back in the 18th century), central mosque and cafes with great local food. You can explore the busy market in a relaxed atmosphere. (Breakfast). Overnight: Hotel Madrid (or similar)

  • Day 4 Day 4-5: Fes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4-5: Fes

      After a free morning and lunch in Chefchaouen we will move onto the hustle and bustle of Fes, the oldest and largest medieval city in the world. Its medina is a heady mix of aromas, sounds and sights and we include a local guide to navigate us around the souk and city and learn about the history of this fascinating city. There is a lot to do and visit including plenty of mosques and palaces, but be aware that only Muslims can enter Mosques in Morocco. After day 6 exploring dye-pits, tanneries and restaurants, we return to our hotel to get ready for an optional night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town. (Full day city tour included). (2 x Breakfast). Overnight: Hotel Arena (or similar)

  • Day 5 Day 6: Midelt
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Midelt

      This morning we journey over the Moyen Atlas and overnight at the mountainous location of Midelt. A small town that consists of little more than one main street, most tourists would not stop here but this is a beautiful alpine area surrounded by huge pine trees and a great place for hiking the tranquil surroundings. Midelt is also a good place for carpet shopping with a small friendly population. After our afternoon hike we enjoy a relaxing evening in this mountain location. (Breakfast, Dinner). Overnight: Hotel Kasbah Asmaa (or similar)

  • Day 6 Day 7: Sahara Desert
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Sahara Desert

      Today we enjoy a stunning drive into the Sahara Desert and a fantastic Moroccan lunch (optional), after which you can spend the afternoon relaxing and swimming (except in Winter months). Then we will head towards the desert and Merzouga. Here we can experience a camel ride where we trek into the desert for a night at our authentic Berber Camp. In the evening there is plenty of local food to enjoy also the opportunity to listen to local music and a night out under the incredible Sahara night sky filled with stars. (Camel trek included). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Overnight: Auberge La Caravane (or similar)

  • Day 7 Day 8: Todra Gorge
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Todra Gorge

      Today is spent exploring Todra Gorge, from its plunging depths to its 1000 foot high cliffs. You have the opportunity to discover the charm of Todra on your trek or go for optional Rock Climbing. You can witness its changing colours as the sun slowly moves from east to west. Or alternatively, you could choose just to chill out for the day. (Breakfast, Dinner). Overnight: Hotel Amazir (or similar)

  • Day 8 Day 9: Ait Benhaddou
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Ait Benhaddou

      Today our journey takes us through Ouarzazate, where you have the chance for an optional tour of the Film Studios. We then drive on to Aรฏt Benhaddou, a โ€™fortified cityโ€™, situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is situated on a hill along the Ouarzazate River and boasts some beautiful examples of kasbahs, some of which remain inhabited. Granted UNESCO World Heritage listing, the site had been the setting for many films including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator. Here we also include a guided tour of the main Kasbah. (Breakfast and Dinner). Overnight: La Rose Du Sable (or similar)

  • Day 9 Day 10-11: Essaouira
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10-11: Essaouira

      Today we drive to Essaouira and the Atlantic Coast. We pass some stunning mountain scenery before arriving at a colourful fishing town situated within 15th century Portuguese fortifications. With fantastic beaches and great surf you will have enough free time to go surfing, wind surfing or kayaking or just relax on the beach or alternatively explore the UNESCO-listed medina with its various souks and woodcarving workshops. The beach is in front of the Medina and there are cafรฉs with terraces where you can relax while drinking mint tea and watch Moroccan life go by. There is also optional horse trekking, quad biking available. (2 x Breakfast). Overnight: Hotel Miramar (or similar)

  • Day 10 Day 12-13: Marrakech
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12-13: Marrakech

      Glowing red, like a welcoming campfire, against the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains, the name Marrakech conjures up images of an exotic city, of magic carpets, snake charmers and spices brought in by camel trains. Set within the rose-coloured walls of the medina lies a reality that is not that far removed from an exotic film set - a tangle of winding streets that open onto verdant gardens and dark alleyways that lead to bustling souks. You can explore the central square, the Djemรขa-el-Fna, an extraordinary gathering and market place. It is full of colour, spicy aromas and traders. It is worth going to the market place in the evening when overflowing with food stalls, dancers, acrobats, fortune tellers, musicians and henna artists. Towering over all this is the Koutoubia mosque, the tallest building in the city, and a reminder of the importance of Islam to the lives of the cityโ€™s residents. Try a traditional hammam, a steam bath followed by an exfoliating massage - itโ€™s the ideal end to the trip. (2 x Breakfasts). Overnight: Hotel El Andalous (or similar)

  • Day 11 Day 14: Marrakech
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Marrakech

      The tour ends after breakfast. For those flying out of Marrakech on this day you can arrange airport transfers with your guide, and these can be booked any time for this day โ€“ there is luggage storage at the hotel should you need to check out before your go to the airport. Additional nights in Marrakech can also be booked upon request, please contact us for details. (Breakfast). Please note - This trip is run in conjunction with a local operator.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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