Morocco: Markets & Mountains
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Morocco on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Not going to lie, there might not be a better way to spend just under two weeks than travelling around marvelling at Morocco. In a country with no shortage of majestic sights, we make sure to hit all the main ones, including Fès, Chefchaouen, Merzouga, and plenty of souks to shop in and medinas to explore. After a camel ride through the desert and a few market barters under your belt, you’ll get the feeling you could get used to this kind of thing.
Highlights
- See endless desert during a camel ride
- Find flavours in local souks
- Get close to history in ancient medinas
- Stand in the shadows of Dades Gorge
Trip Details
Product Code: 1930
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private air-con van, camel.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: DCMX
Starts: Casablanca, Morocco
Finishes: Marrakech, Morocco
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Marrakech Your Big Night Out Moment: Marrakech
- Enjoy free time in Rabat
- Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Visit the medina and souks of Fès
- Dades Gorge walk
- Sand boarding in the desert dunes
- Guided medina visit in Marrakech
- Sunset camel ride in the desert
- Traditional dinner and drums under the stars
- Aït Ben Haddou kasbah tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (11 nts, twin-share), desert camp (1 nt, multi-share).
- 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport
- Private air-con van, camel.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $806 ($62 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca
Arrive at any time.
Get excited for your first night out with your fellow travellers. Take to the streets in the heart of Casablanca and hit up one of your CEO's favourite local spots. Enjoy connecting with your fellow travellers while getting to know Casablanca. Your first night out is just that – the first of many and a perfect way to set the tone for the rest of your grand adventure.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Hotel Campanile Casablanca
Day 2: Casablanca/Chefchaouen
With a good night's sleep behind you, set out from Casablanca. With the bright blue waters of the Atlantic to your left and the sun drenched wonders of Morocco to your right, travel up the coast to Morocco's capital city, Rabat. Stretch your legs as you wander the ramparts and colourful alleys of the city's old quarter. Take in breathtaking views from Kasbah des Oudaias, then indulge in lunch. After you've eaten the hangry away, continue toward Chefchaouen. Here, beneath the soaring Rif mountains, feeling the blues takes on a different meaning. Take an orientation walk through the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen before settling in for the night.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Stretch your legs and explore Morocco's capital. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Accommodation - Hotel Madrid Chefchaouen
Day 3: Chefchaouen
Hoping for free time to explore all Chefchaouen has to offer? Wish granted! Spend your day taking in the splendor of the city and it's surrounding geography. If the (Rif) Mountains are calling, you should definitely answer. Opt to pre-book the Rif Valley Mountains Hike. Or, later opt to visit the Spanish Mosque for breathtaking sunset views of the city.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Nature or culture — why choose? Explore everything on your must-experience list during free time.Accommodation - Hotel Madrid Chefchaouen
Day 4: Chefchaouen/Fès
Fès awaits! Upon arrival, put your free time to good use by visiting an Amazigh (or Berber) pharmacy (a far cry from the kind of pharmacy you may be used to at home). Wander the many mazes of Fès's colourful, ancient tanneries.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Get out and explore Fès, one of Morocco's most interesting cities.Accommodation - Hotel Mounia Fes
Day 5: Fès
With so much to see, another free day in Fès is always a good idea. Breathe in decadent spices (oxygen is for the weak anyway, right?) as you sample treats from the many food carts scattered throughout the medina. Explore the artisan quarters as you take in the city that is often referred to as the cultural heart of Morocco.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Wander in the medina or explore the new city. The choice is yours.Accommodation - Hotel Mounia Fes
Day 6: Fès/Marrakech
After getting back on the road and watching the scenery roll by, arrive in vibrant, bustling Marrakech. Spend the evening exploring the gardens, souks, and other wonders of Marrakech.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Gomassine Marrakech
Day 7: Marrakech
Take advantage of more free time in Marrakech to wander the Djeema el Fna square in the heart of the medina. Try to keep up with the ever-changing market as it switches up its offerings throughout the day. In the evening, welcome new friends to the group and join your CEO and fellow travellers for a night out on the town. Cheers to the next several days of making memories!
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Explore magical Marrakech. Free time is yours to spend as you like!Activity - Celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.Accommodation - Hotel Gomassine Marrakech
Day 8: Marrakech/Skoura
Depart Marrakech in the morning and transfer to Skoura, one of Morocco's beautiful oases. While Ouarzazate, further west is now the region's commercial centre, Skoura's historic mud-brick castles remain a testament to the past. Explore the area on a guided visit, soak up the atmosphere of this green haven, and listen to the wind catching in the palm trees lining the streets. During your visit you will see different Kasbahs in the area, and learn about their historical and cultural significance. Later, spend free time at the hotel and enjoy a swim in the pool before an included dinner this evening.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. There will be free time for lunch upon arrival to Skoura.Activity - Skoura is a fertile oasis lined with large palm groves and this is where the group will set off on a guided city tour of the Valley of One Thousand Kasbahs. Enjoy the views of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains in the distance alongside a desert landscape. Along the way your guide will offer commentary on Skoura's significance, and provide an overview of the landscape and its defining features. There will be stops along the way at key interest points so that photos can be taken. The walk will start and end at the hotel.Accommodation - Skoura Lodge
Day 9: Skoura/Merzouga
Leave Skoura behind and journey into the vast, golden reaches of the desert. Along the way stop to spend some time walking in Dades Gorge before continuing on to Tinghir for a lunch stop on your own. Later, saddle up and travel by camel to the perfect perch atop the dunes to view the sunset as it paints the sky hues of red, blue, and yellow. Under a canopy of stars, enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment by the campfire. Let your imagination run wild as you listen to traditional music on the drums alongside stories about the region. We dare you to top this campfire experience!
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Sit back and enjoy the scenery from your private vehicle, there will be a stop en route to explore the Dades Gorge and a stop for lunch before arriving at the desert camp.Activity - Explore the winding Dades Gorge. Take in the dramatic landscape, the rising mountains in the distance, and spend time here stretching your legs on a walk through the gorge. Max elevation 1400m (4593ft) above sea level.Activity - Hold on and enjoy a ride on this even-toed ungulate, also known as the desert horse. Bring your camera for some fantastic photos of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Local guides will teach you how to mount and dismount and other handy camel-related safety tips.Accommodation - Camp- Auberge Dunes D'Or Camp
Day 10: Merzouga
Have breakfast at camp before returning to civilization. Then, opt to spend time further exploring the undulating golden sand of the dunes, and discovering the surrounding communities on a land cruiser desert excursion, or simply relax at the hotel. Later, attend a cooking class to learn about local cuisine and taste your creations. Cap off the day with a sunset sand boarding experience from the highest dunes with the sun turning everything a shining gold!
You can pre-book this optional 4x4 desert excursion when booking your tour on the check-out page.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy an epic sand boarding experience in the dunes during sunset. As the light turns the undulating hills a deep gold, you will be boarding down the slopes and laughing with your friends!Activity - Attend a cooking class and learn how to make the locally loved dish of Medfouna, and hear stories about traditional dishes and Moroccan cuisine. Medfouna is a regional delicacy in eastern Morocco which is best described as a stuffed pizza sans cheese. Stuff the flatbread with various meats and spices before baking it in a fire pit.Free_time - Spend free time enjoying the dunes on a 4x4 excursion or sit by the pool and cool off in the desert heat.Accommodation - Auberge Dunes D'Or
Day 11: Merzouga/Aït Ben Haddou
Leave right after breakfast and travel along the Route of 1000 Kasbahs to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most iconic and beautiful kasbahs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the narrow alleys and admire the uniqueness of this place both in traditional architecture and historical significance. At the end of the visit, climb to the highest point of the kasbah and witness the views of the surrounding desert and the Ounila River around golden hour and sunset. In the evening, you can choose to join an optional cooking class to make tajine. Otherwise, dinner will be on your own.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site and kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley, located in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas Mountains. Of all the remaining kasbahs in Morocco, the walls and interior of this area are the most intact. It's a collective grouping of dwellings inside defensive walls and was once one of the many trading posts on the route linking Sudan to Marrakech. The kasbah still houses a few families, but many now live in the adjacent village. Like many of the earthen built fortresses in Ouarzazate, Aït Ben Haddou has been used in many film and television productions like Gladiator, Babel, and Game of Thrones.Accommodation - Auberge La Baraka
Day 12: Aït Ben Haddou/Marrakech
Journey to the "Red City," Marrakech. Unlock the many secrets this ancient city has to offer in its maze-like alleys, ornate palaces, and lush gardens. Enjoy a guided visit of the medina and see the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, and Jamaa el Fna square. End the day with an optional group dinner in the famous food stalls of Djemaa el Fna.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Head into the maze of tiny streets and alleyways of the ancient medina to really get a taste of everyday life in Marrakech. Shop to your heart’s content in the souk and search out spices, traditional jalabas and slippers, or the famous Moroccan lanterns. Visit the Saadian Tombs - a complex of sepulchers and mausoleums that house the remains of Saadian Sultan Ahmed Al Mansour Ed Dahb. The tombs were sealed off until their re-discovery in 1917. Tour the grounds of the Bahia Palace, marvelling at the intricate decoration, and experience the sights and sounds of the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square.Accommodation - Hotel Gomassine Marrakech
Day 13: Marrakech
It's not goodbye, it's see you later. After all, after a trip like this, who wouldn't be itching to return?
Opt to get up early and catch the sunrise over Marrakech by pre-booking the Hot Air Balloon excursion. Please ensure you allow enough time to return from the activity when planning your onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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Reviews
Samantha K. - Traveled, December 2023
I loved the trip. The communication before/during the trip with the office was horrendous. I should not have been getting emails weeks after my question was posed
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/29/2023
Amar S. - Traveled, December 2023
I thought that the trip was really well organized and priced for solo travelers! I liked that fact that there were lots of optional activities that could be added onto the itinerary. I also thought that there was a great balance of free time and guided activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/29/2023
Bridget S. - Traveled, December 2023
Sofia was absolutely incredible. I am in awe of her intelligence, kindness and generosity. She took care of every single logistic with ease, went above and beyond to perfect every experience, and answered any questions honestly and thoughtfully. Her insight into Morocco?s history, culture, religion, geography and context was unparalleled and made the trip my favorite travel experience ever
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/29/2023
Abigail M. - Traveled, November 2023
The organization of the trip is incredible and each trip has been amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/22/2023
Olivia H. - Traveled, November 2023
I loved that I didn't have to think/organize too much on my own. Our guide, Omar, did an incredible job at making the atmosphere fun also.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/08/2023
Josephine S. - Traveled, November 2023
Great guides, good itineraries, possible to get to know the local life
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/22/2023
Leah G. - Traveled, November 2023
The tour I did was well organized, I didn't need to think about anything as everything is planned for you and it's a good way to meet people. You can also learn new things about the country as the guided are very knowledgeable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/22/2023
NoŽ C. - Traveled, November 2023
This type of travel is amazing and the fact that the guides are locals too makes it even more fun!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/22/2023
Luc-Van N. - Traveled, November 2023
Nothing that stands out uniquely to G Adventures amongst the past tour operators I've traveled with from the company standpoint. However, no complaints either.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/15/2023
Rachel H. - Traveled, November 2023
I had such a wonderful time on the tour, I felt like everything was fun, organized and safe. For me, I didn't feel safe travelling to Morocco as a solo female so safety was my number one reason.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/15/2023
Lauren K. - Traveled, September 2023
Ease of travel around a country where it would be difficult to self navigate Travel with like minded people
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/01/2023
Simran C. - Traveled, September 2023
Trip was nice, but too organized. Way too many group activities and not enough free time at the locations. Prefer more suggestions provided about where to go, what to eat, how to get there etc. during free time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/01/2023
Alexandra S. - Traveled, September 2023
I was really happy with the entire trip, starting from the booking and ending with saying goodbye to the CEO who ensured I get into a taxi with a fair price.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/01/2023
Stuart F. - Traveled, September 2023
The CEO and the ease of travel
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/25/2023
Mark O. - Traveled, September 2023
This is the 4th G trip I have done and I have done 6 individual trip legs and another 1 booked next year. You know what you get with G and I have not been disappointed on any trip so far. Yes issues arise but nothing major.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/25/2023
Amanda L. - Traveled, September 2023
Youssef, our guide went above and beyond constantly to ensure that we had a top notch experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Katharina G. - Traveled, September 2023
- price - stressfully Itinerary -long Bus drives
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Spencer J. - Traveled, September 2023
Youssouf was an amazing CEO and Morocco was such a fun place!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Simon B. - Traveled, September 2023
Pretty good organization, many traveling options
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Claire M. - Traveled, September 2023
Good value for money
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/17/2023
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