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Essential Morocco
12 days • 4.9
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Start
Casablanca, Morocco
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Finish
Marrakech, Morocco
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Trip Code
XMYM
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Transport
Camel, Private Vehicle, Taxi, Train
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Accommodation
Desert camp (1 night), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hotel (7 nights)
From £471(12 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Prepare for the best mint tea of your life on a visit to the Tawesna teahouse. This experience is more than just a cuppa, it’s about discovering a culture and contributing to the economic inclusion of women.
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Enjoy a street food experience with multiple Moroccan favourites at a local restaurant with your group and trip leader – the best way to sample all the delicious goods in Djemaa el-Fna!
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Watch the sunset from a camel’s back in the Sahara Desert and camp beneath a blanket of stars – now this is a bucket list experience!
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It's easy to get lost in a labyrinth (think less David Bowie film, more medieval maze), especially when there are enticing distractions at every turn. Never fear, your local guide knows the city of Fes like a lifelong friend.
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Traverse blue washed streets (with some new feline friends) in Chefchaouen – named after the two mountains that hug the city.
Is this trip right for you?
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In 2025, Ramadan will take place from 1 March to 30 March. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience, however, some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
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The Todra Gorge visit takes you to a remote area of Morocco. It’s an amazing place to discover on foot, but you'll need a moderate level of fitness and suitable footwear.
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Summer temperatures in Morocco can be uncomfortably hot, especially if you're not used to the heat. If you travel in the warmer months, get sun protection and drink plenty of water. At night the temperature can drop to freezing, so bring your warm clothes, too.
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Although you shouldn’t expect any aggressive selling techniques in Morocco, please be aware that you may be approached regularly by shop owners and street vendors.
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We've sourced our accommodation carefully and picked the best possible hotels in line with the Tuuur style of travel. Service and accommodation in Morocco may be different from western standards.
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This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Epic Morocco.
Itinerary
Get a taste of the essential highlights on this ‘Moorish’ adventure through Morocco
From couscous to camels, mint tea to tanneries, you’ll get a taste of Morocco’s best bits on this 12-day adventure through mountains, gorges, desert and Amazigh villages. Kick-start in the French-infused port city of Casablanca, hang out with a local family on a homestay in Moulay Idriss, navigate the mother of all medinas in the cultural capital of Fes, wind your way up through Tizi n’Tichka and the High Atlas Mountains, before riding camels along the sand dunes during sunset and setting up camp under the Saharan stars. From the colourful and chaotic Marrakech markets to the blue washed city of Chefchaouen – this adventure through Morocco hits all the essentials.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Casablanca
- DAY 2Day 2 • Moulay Idriss
- DAY 3Day 3 • Chefchaouen
- DAY 4Day 4 • Chefchaouen
- DAY 5Day 5 • Fes
- DAY 6Day 6 • Fes
- DAY 7Day 7 • Sahara Camp
- DAY 8Day 8 • Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
- DAY 9Day 9 • Ait Benhaddou
- DAY 10Day 10 • High Atlas - Marrakech
- DAY 11Day 11 • Marrakech
- DAY 12Day 12 • Marrakech
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Camel, Private Vehicle, Taxi, Train
bed Accommodation
Desert camp (1 night), Guesthouse (3 nights), Hotel (7 nights)
festival Included activities
circleMoulay Idriss - Mint tea making demo
circleVolubilis - Entrance and guided tour
circleFes - Medina walking tour
circleFes - Medersa El Attarine
circleFes - Tannery visit
circleSahara Desert - Camel ride
circleSahara Desert - Overnight Desert Camp
circleAit Benhaddou - Tea at Tawesna association
circleMarrakech - Medina walking tour
circleMarrakech - Street food tasting in Old Medina
museum Optional activities
circleCasablanca - Religious Casablanca Urban Adventure - MAD1850
circleCasablanca - The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure - MAD700
circleCasablanca - Hassan II Mosque - MAD130
circleChefchaouen - Hike with Local Guide (excluding transportation) - MAD485
circleChefchaouen - Picnic lunch for hike - MAD70
circleChefchaouen - Kasbah - MAD60
circleChefchaouen - Hammam (public baths) - MAD150
circleChefchaouen - Henna Tattoo - MAD50
circleChefchaouen - Goat Cheese Tasting - MAD100
circleChefchaouen - Medina visit with local guide - MAD300
circleChefchaouen - Walking Tour with Local Guide - MAD350
circleTodra Gorge - Hike - MAD350
circleMarrakech - AMAL Women's Training Center and Moroccan Restaurant - MAD110
circleMarrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
circleMarrakech - Quad Biking the Rock Desert & Palmgrove - MAD715
circleMarrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
circleMarrakech - Le Jardin Secret - MAD60
circleMarrakech - Palmery Cycling Tour - MAD540
circleMarrakech - Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch - MAD2000
circleMarrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
circleMarrakech - Quad Biking Barrage Lalla Takerkoust - MAD1650
circleMarrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD1999
circleMarrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
circleMarrakech - Cascades d'Ouzoud Day Tour - MAD2207
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Trip size max: 16 - Sold Out
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£589£500
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£589£500
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Trip size max: 16 - 3 spaces left
£666
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Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
£589
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Trip size max: 16 - 12 spaces left
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£605
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Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
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Sunday Jul 27, 2025
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£605£544
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Thursday Jul 31, 2025
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Sunday Aug 03, 2025
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Trip size max: 16 - 3 spaces left
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Important notes
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1. Morocco is the land of legendary hospitality, so mind your manners. You'll need a scarf to cover your shoulders and be prepared to take off your shoes if you enter someone's home (plan ahead and wear clean socks).
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Guesthouse) & 7 (Desert Camp) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. Optional transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca
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If you are flying into Marrakech we can provide an optional transfer to the starting point city of Casablanca. This transfer is on request and prepaid. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (479)
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Megan
May 31, 2025
Intrepid gave me the chance to see a beautiful country with amazing people and i had experiences and opportunities I’ll never forget. Money comes and goes but these memories are forever
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Elena
May 31, 2025
I highly recommend this trip for young adults to explore Morocco and meet other fellow travellers.
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Marie
May 31, 2025
My Morocco trip was absolutely unforgettable! Our guide Aissam was super knowledgeable and helpful, and the itinerary provided a great mix of activities - the Sahara camp was an absolute highlight! Highly recommend this trip!
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Katie
May 30, 2025
We had an amazing trip in Morocco. We got really immersed in the country and its culture and history and were able to make friends along the way. Our guide Mohamed was fantastic!
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Laura
May 30, 2025
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Jenny
May 30, 2025
I would highly recommend this Essential Morocco tour. I had an excellent time and saw the best of Morocco with a lovely group. Our tour guide Mohamed was the standout of this trip - he was caring, knowledgeable and attentive, and made all of us feel safe and looked after. Best guide ever!
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Asha
May 30, 2025
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Connor
May 28, 2025
The Essential Morocco trip was amazing! We had a great group, did lots of fun activities, and saw many cool places. Thanks so much to our wonderful guide Hamza who seamlessly organized the transport and accommodations, and who kept us entertained and informed about our destinations.
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Emily
May 28, 2025
This trip was an amazing taste of Morocco. Our guide Hassan was incredible - he made our time in Morocco unforgettable.
Would recommend this trip to other female solo travellers who are hesitant to travel Morocco alone.
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Jaime
May 28, 2025
Morocco exceeded my expectations, great and diverse country with wonderful people. Our leader, Hassan made the whole experience even better being super professional and resourceful as well as very approachable and funny. Hassan created an amazing group dynamic and definitely added extra value to the trip. Best leader I've ever had!