Enjoy the Splendours of Morocco Tour – A Luxury Small Group Journey

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$17,255

Duration

12 days

Deal Type

Tour

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On this Morocco Tour you’ll uncover the vibrant, colourful and exotic Morocco, a jewel of North Africa. This is one of the world’s most stylish and fascinating destinations with Abercrombie & Kent’s Luxury Small Group Journey.

Explore the coastal port city of Casablanca inland to medieval Fes, the Atlas foothills and the Saharan desert reaches, to Marrakech, where snake charmers, musicians, storytellers and acrobats bring Djemaa el-Fna Square to life. Explore labyrinthine souks full of treasures, savour mouth-watering cuisine, marvel at ancient medinas, bustling kasbahs and towering minarets, whilst you relax in elegant hotels.

Enjoy the Sahara Desert with a Morocco Tour

Enjoy the Sahara Desert with a Morocco Tour with Abercrombie & Kent

Included Items

  • English-Speaking Resident Tour Director and Local Guides
  • Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
  • Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
  • Traveling Bell Boy Luggage Handling
  • Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
  • Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
  • Your Choice of Activity on Design Your Day
  • Traveller’s Valet Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
  • 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
  • Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guests

Tour Company

Abercrombie & Kent

Tour Location

Africa

Deal Type

Tour

Map

Splendours of Morocco Tour Map

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Itinerary - Day 1 - 6 +

DAY 1: ARRIVE CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

Arrive in Casablanca and transfer to your luxurious accommodations, designed with contemporary styling and traditional Moroccan accents. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in this exotic setting, the inspiration for the eponymous 1942 Humphrey Bogart film.

Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca

DAY 2: RABAT & FES

Begin the day in the port city of Casablanca, Morocco’s largest metropolis and its commercial hub. Visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, which accommodates up to 25,000 worshipers; its minaret stands as the tallest religious structure in the world. Then, 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 Mauresque-style Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah, along with its palm-dotted Andalusian garden. Continue to Fes for a special cocktail reception. Then, sit down to a welcome dinner, joined by a female professor who shares her insights on the role of women in modern Morocco, an A&K-exclusive experience.

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa | Meals: BLD

DAY 3: FES

Explore Fes el-Bali (Old Fes), the cultural heart of Morocco. Founded in the eighth century by Moulay Idris I, this imperial capital was a renowned centre of medieval learning. Stroll the old quarter, with its 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys and souks, on a market visit of exceeding authenticity. Watching local craftsmen in action — working with bronze and pottery — makes for an engaging artisan visit as well. Proceed to the intricately detailed Karaouine. Built in 859 AD, it is one of the oldest still-functioning universities in the world. You also visit Nejjarine Square before continuing to Fes el-Jadid (New Fes), where you see the Royal Palace, madrasas (Islamic schools) and mellah (Jewish quarter).

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa | Meals: BL

DAY 4: VOLUBILIS

Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is 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, which include depictions of Orpheus charming animals with his lyre, nine dolphins signifying good luck and a portrait of Amphitrite in a seahorse-drawn chariot. Proceed to a winery outside Meknes for a Chef ’s Table experience at an on-site restaurant set among the region’s sunbathed vineyards and olive groves. Return to Fes, with your evening at leisure.

Palais Faraj Suites & Spa | Meals: BL

DAY 5: ERFOUD

Travel to small, desert-fringed Erfoud, pausing for lunch en route and marvelling at everyday life as you pass Berber villages, endless date palm plantations and the majestic Atlas Mountains. After the day’s scenic drive, settle into your hotel before gathering for dinner this evening. Tonight’s meal is prepared with locally sourced, organic ingredients.

L’Hotel by Chateau de Sable | Meals: BLD

DAY 6: THE SAHARA

This morning, discover the fortified desert town of Rissani. Continue into the desert dunes of the Sahara, at first by four-wheel-drive vehicle, amid stunning reddish-hued sand dunes that reach up to 152 metres high, creating an otherworldly landscape. Then, switch modes of transport and Ride Like a Local, 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 your unforgettable desert foray with a Scenic Sundowner. Return to your camp for a traditional meal before a campfire, along with distinctively Moroccan entertainment. Then, slumber in comfort as the sounds of the desert lull you to sleep.

A&K Exclusive Desert Tented Camp | Meals: BLD

Itinerary - Day 7 - 12 +

DAY 7: OUARZAZATE

Journey overland to Ouarzazate, once a stopping point for African traders travelling to the cities of Morocco and Europe. En route, absorb stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains’ southern slopes, intersecting the Dades Valley’s flourishing crops, irrigation canals and palm trees. Travel along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Ouarzazate and your delightful oasis of a hotel.

Le Berbère Palace | Meals: BLD

DAY 8: OUARZAZATE

Begin the day in Ouarzazate, a city originally built as a French garrison in the 1920s. Today, it is a regional trade centre, known for its pottery and carpets. See the Kasbah of Tifoultoute, a majestic 17th-century fortress featuring a panoramic view of the valley of Ouarzazate and the scenic High Atlas Mountains. 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 Berbère Palace | Meals: BLD

DAY 9: OUARZAZATE

Journey over the High Atlas Mountains, observing everyday life in remote rural towns, to the fascinating “Red City” of Marrakech, where you check in to your luxurious hotel.

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech | Meals: BLD

DAY 10: MARRAKECH

Today, begin to unearth the secrets of Marrakech, starting in the medina, the old walled section of town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at its architectural jewels, including the soaring Koutoubia Minaret. Then visit Dar Si Said Museum, originally built as a palace in the 19th century. Afterwards, visit Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, which is filled with orange juice stalls and vendors, along with acrobats, dancers and street musicians performing at every turn. You may also wish to stroll the city’s fabled, labyrinthine souks.

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech | Meals: BL

DAY 11: MARRAKECH

Begin your day at 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. This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:

  • Learn to Cook with Moroccan Spices with a cooking demonstration and tasting.
  • Explore the Souks of Marrakech with an expert guide, walking narrow streets lined with centuries-old shops.
  • Enjoy a Guided Walk of the Jewish Quarter, once a thriving centre of religious freedom and tolerance.

Tonight, attend a special farewell dinner with entertainment by a local gnaoua band.

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech | Meals: BD

DAY 12: DEPART MARRAKECH

Transfer to the Marrakech airport and board your international flight home, or join an Essaouira Post-Tour Extension.

Meals: B

 

Tour Hightlights +
  • Venture into the Sahara by 4×4 and camelback for an unforgettable overnight stay at A&K’s Exclusive Desert Tented Camp that includes dinner and live Moroccan music
  • Explore Fes el-Bali, Morocco’s cultural heart, on a guided walk through its winding alleyways and past its myriad souks
  • Share lively conversation with a female professor over dinner and freely discuss the role of women in modern Morocco
  • Tread the ancient Roman paths of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to marvel at soaring arches and vivid, well-preserved 2,000-year-old mosaics
  • Discover Marrakech at its most authentic, taking in the sights, sounds and scents of its UNESCO-listed medina
  • Visit local artisans whose works still reflect the influences of Morocco’s historic Roman, Moorish and Berber cultures

Booking Terms & Conditions

Advertised price based on select December 2024 departures. Pricing is per person based on double occupancy and correct as of 23 September 2024, subject to availability at the time of booking. Offers may be withdrawn or prices updated by the supplier at any time, so please enquire with our expert consultants for the latest pricing, terms and conditions. Single supplement may also apply.

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