Morocco Culinary Tour

Tour Type:
Small Group Journeys
Start:
Casablanca
Duration:
10 Days
End:
Marrakech
Departs:
Guaranteed Departure Min Pax: 02

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Your journey starts with you being picked up at Casablanca Airport and heading directly to the Kingdom capital of Morocco, Rabat where you spend your first night. From there, drive to explore the cultural epicentre of Fes, enjoy overnight in a luxury camp experiencing the Sahara Desert, then travel into Morocco’s ‘Grand Canyon’, the Dades Gorges and finish your trip in the beautiful Ochre City of Marrakech.

Itinerary

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DAY 1

On arrival at the Casablanca Airport, you will be met by Tour Escort who will assist you with the transfer to the hotel. The remaining day is free to relax or explore the town. Stay Two nights in Rabat.

DAY 2

After breakfast, take a guided tour of the city’s key sights: Chellah Necropolis, the King’s Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah des Oudayas. Stroll through the winding blue streets and sip on a classic Moroccan mint tea at Cafe Maure, overlooking the Bou Regreg River. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your property and have the rest of the evening at leisure.

DAY 3

Today travel to Fes with stops en route to visit Meknes and Volubilis, the Roman ruins from centuries ago. Tour the ruins and the stunning imperial gates that dot the neighbouring city of Meknes. Lunch will be at a local vineyard, featuring a tour of the property, wine tasting, and a meal made with that day’s fresh produce. Sample the famous Moroccan vin gris (gray wine) and pair wines with locally sourced cheeses. Continue to Fes, with a late afternoon arrival and check-in along with dinner at your riad.

DAY 4

After breakfast, begin your guided visit to the cultural capital of Morocco. Discover the medina’s Jewish quarter, the medersas (schools), and the legendary tanneries, where ancient techniques are still used to prepare Moroccan leather.

Visit the world’s oldest and longest-operating learning institution, the University of Al Quaraouiyine, founded in 859 AD. Your medina visit will continue with a tasting tour, during which you’ll visit three different food souks, a furnace where the water for the hammam is heated and a 400-year-old furan (communal oven and bakery).

DAY 5

Embark on an early morning scenic drive that will lead you to the golden dunes of the Sahara, with several panoramic vistas as well as a lunch break en route. Upon arrival, ride camels that will take you on a beautiful path through the tall sand dunes. Mint tea will be served as you settle in, after which you’ll have some time to enjoy the camp and take in the peaceful quiet of the Sahara. Enjoy a warm Moroccan dinner under the stars, followed by a campfire and live tribal music. Stay two nights in Luxury Desert Camp.

 

DAY 6

After a hearty breakfast head towards the Todgha Gorges, otherwise known as Morocco’s ‘Grand Canyon’. After lunch near the gorges and opportunities to take a photo. Rest of the afternoon at leisure with dinner and overnight at the Dades.

DAY 7

Enjoy a scenic drive venturing through the peaks of the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. En-route stop at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site where parts of Game of Thrones were filmed. Evening free to relax and stay three nights in Marrakech.

DAY 8

After breakfast, head out for a full day city tour of the Historical Marrakech. Visit the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace and the Saadian tombs. Afterwards, head to the medina for lunch, followed by afternoon visits of the medina and the souks. In the evening, visit the famous Djemaa el Fna square, which becomes especially lively at night.

 

DAY 9

Today we enjoy a full day city tour of Modern Marrakech with a cooking class. Visit stunning Majorelle Gardens, a small but must-see Berber Museum, the Yves Saint-Laurent Museum honouring the fashion icon’s love of Marrakech. Take in the beauty of the gardens and museums before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant that serves tasty international and Moroccan fare.

In the afternoon, roll up your sleeves for an immersive and fun cooking experience of Moroccan Cuisine! Accompanied by a local expert cook. The class ends with a dinner where you eat your very own masterpiece!

 

DAY 10

After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to the Marrakech Airport where you board your onward flight.

Inclusion


9 Nights deluxe accommodation,

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle,

Group assistance and transfers,

Meals as specified,

THO Tour Manager (minimum 06 people),

Local English-speaking tour guide,

Monument entrance fees,

Sightseeing as specified,

Bottled water while travelling

All current collectable taxes.

Exclusion


Any International or Domestic Airfare

Airport taxes and Visa fee

Early check-in or late check-out

Meals other than specified above

Tips & Gratuities

Travel & Medical Insurance

Camera and video permits

Expenses incurred due to flight/train cancellation or delay

Any expense of a personal nature, like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, etc

Any optional excursion or tour

Any other expense not mentioned in the prices include column

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