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Madrid to Marrakech
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Start
Madrid, Spain
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Marrakech, Morocco
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Trip Code
ZMSH
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Meals
12 breakfasts, 1 lunch
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Transport
Train, Ferry, Metro, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi
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Hotel (14 nights)
From £2,211(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Wander around Salamanca's lit up Plaza Mayor by night and explore the cobblestoned streets of Seville by day – Andalusia's largest city.
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Enjoy an unforgettable Fado performance in Coimbra. Fado is an emotional form of Portuguese music which often expresses the hard realities of daily life, balancing both resignation and hopefulness.
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Make the most of your free time in Lisbon – this city has so much to offer, from its beautiful museums, monuments and parks to its famous trams, bars and restaurants.
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Buy fresh local produce at the morning market during your stay on The Algarve and soak up the sun on the calm beaches. As the day winds down, experience the magic of an unforgettable sunset over the vast Atlantic Ocean.
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Explore the twisting, colourful labyrinthine streets of the Fes and Marrakech medinas with a local guide to lead you to all of the best spots and ensure you don't get lost!
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip covers a lot of ground and the majority of travel is done by trains, ferries and public buses. It's a good time to sit back, relax and let the scenery roll past your window. Please read the Itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
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We recommend packing light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage between train stations and hotels, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs, and across cobblestones. Train stations often don’t have lifts available.
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Summer temperatures can be extreme in this region (over 40C/104F). It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Many hotels in Europe and Morocco have fans, not air conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
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Space is at a premium in Europe and Morocco and your hotel is no exception. Rooms are often small, but usually the central location makes up for that. For those travelling as a duo, hotels often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together.
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Ramadan is an annual month-long festival, during which travel can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the day, such as restaurants or cafes, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.
Itinerary
Walk the cobbled streets and fascinating bazaars of Spain, Portugal and Morocco
Enjoy a first-hand experience of Spanish, Portuguese and Moroccan lifestyles on this 15-day adventure through three vibrant countries. Travelling from Madrid to Marrakech, immerse yourself in the history of each destination, exploring ancient cultures through art, design, language and religion, trying local delicacies along the way. From Spanish dancing to the Algarve coastline to the fascinating Islamic architecture in Morocco, you’ll experience a collision of old and new, European and African. See a traditional Fado performance, explore museums, watch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean and discover bustling medinas which overwhelm the senses.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Madrid
- DAY 2Day 2 • Salamanca
- DAY 3Day 3 • Coimbra
- DAY 4Day 4 • Coimbra
- DAY 5Day 5 • Lisbon
- DAY 6Day 6 • Lisbon
- DAY 7Day 7 • The Algarve / Faro
- DAY 8Day 8 • The Algarve / Faro
- DAY 9Day 9 • Seville
- DAY 10Day 10 • Chefchaouen
- DAY 11Day 11 • Chefchaouen
- DAY 12Day 12 • Fes
- DAY 13Day 13 • Fes
- DAY 14Day 14 • Marrakech
- DAY 15Day 15 • Marrakech
Inclusions
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12 breakfasts, 1 lunch
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Train, Ferry, Metro, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi
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Hotel (14 nights)
festival Included activities
circleSalamanca - Orientation walk
circleCoimbra - Orientation walk
circleCoimbra - Evening Fado Performance
circleLisbon - Sao Jorge Castle
circleLisbon - Orientation walk
circleAlgarve - Island Day Trip by Boat
circleSeville - Orientation Walk
circleChefchaouen - Walking Tour with Local Guide
circleFes - Medina walking tour
museum Optional activities
circleMadrid - Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza - EUR13
circleMadrid - Museo del Prado - EUR15
circleMadrid - Real Jardín Botánico - EUR6
circleMadrid - Museo Reina Sofia - EUR12
circleMadrid - Royal Palace - EUR14
circleMadrid - Tapas Urban Adventure - EUR99
circleSalamanca - Art Nouveau & Art Deco Museum - EUR5
circleSalamanca - Unamuno House Museum - EUR4
circleSalamanca - New Cathedral - EUR5
circleSalamanca - Old Cathedral - EUR5
circleSalamanca - University of Salamanca - EUR10
circleSalamanca - Casa de Las Conchas - Free
circleCoimbra - Mondego River Boat Trip - EUR10
circleCoimbra - Cathedrals - EUR5
circleCoimbra - Conimbriga Ruins - EUR10
circleCoimbra - Portugal Dos Pequenitos - EUR15
circleCoimbra - Joanine University Library Guided Tour - EUR14
circleSintra - Palacio Nacional - EUR13
circleSintra - Palacio da Pena - EUR20
circleSintra - Return Train Ticket - EUR10
circleSintra - Castelo dos Mouros - EUR12
circleLisbon - Naval Museum - EUR7
circleLisbon - Oceanarium - EUR25
circleLisbon - Fado Show with Dinner - EUR50
circleLisbon - Gulbenkian Museum - EUR10
circleLisbon - Folk Art Museum - EUR5
circleLisbon - National Art Museum - EUR8
circleLisbon - Puppet Museum - EUR5
circleLisbon - Traditional Boat Tour - EUR15
circleLisbon - Canned Fish Tasting - EUR7
circleAlgarve - Birdwatching Tour - EUR35
circleAlgarve - Marine Wildlife Watching Tour - EUR45
circleAlgarve - Boat Trip Rio Formosa - EUR30
circleAlgarve - Fishing Trip - EUR40
circleSeville - Real Alcazar - EUR14
circleChefchaouen - Hammam (public baths) - MAD150
circleChefchaouen - Henna Tattoo - MAD50
circleMarrakech - Saadian Tombs - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Palais Badi - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Palais Bahia - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Hamam (public baths) - MAD250
circleMarrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
circleMarrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
circleMarrakech - Cascades d'Ouzoud Day Tour - MAD2207
circleMarrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
circleMarrakech - Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch - MAD2000
circleMarrakech - Medina, Palaces & Tombs Urban Adventure - MAD650
circleMarrakech - Palmery Cycling Tour - MAD540
circleMarrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£3,399£2,889
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Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£3,284£2,791
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Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£2,948£2,506
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Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,948£2,506
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Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£3,262£2,772
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Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Saturday Jul 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£3,388£2,880
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Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£3,031£2,576
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Saturday Jul 19, 2025
Saturday Aug 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£2,948£2,506
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Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,948
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Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Saturday Aug 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,948£2,211
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Saturday Aug 02, 2025
Saturday Aug 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£3,179£2,861
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Saturday Aug 09, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£3,064£2,757
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Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£3,064£2,757
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for transport tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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3. Your leader will change when you arrive into the port of Tangier. After an introduction, your European leader will return to Spain, while your Moroccan leader will take care of you on the Moroccan part of the trip.
Reviews (103)
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Chloe
Apr 25, 2025
Highly rate this trip, from the quality of the tour leaders to the AMAZING Places you see! I will forever remember and cherish this trip!
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Brad
Apr 23, 2025
Intrepid was professional and covered all our needs. Tour leaders were excellent. We had a wonderful time and met life long friends. If you are considering this tour. Just do it
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Tracey
Apr 23, 2025
I would definitely recommend this trip. It was the perfect blend of historical, cultural and culinary experiences. Th itinerary ensured some incredible experiences and opportunities. It was a great adventure - I enjoyed every moment!
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JOAN
Apr 21, 2025
Giorgia is an outstanding tour leader and gave our group a wonderful tour of the European section of this trip. Everything I could have hoped for and more. Thank you!
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Katie
Mar 21, 2025
My Intrepid trip more than lived up to its name! With so much to see and do and plenty of free time to explore at my own pace, I loved forming a little travel family with my fellow intrepid members. Our guides were superb and, rain or shine, the adventure was unforgettable. Thank you
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Karen
Oct 27, 2024
The Madrid to Marrakech trip was a great experience. Well organised with experienced and knowledgeable tour leaders. The trip was well paced and the destinations were a mix of big cities and small towns. I had a fantastic trip.
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Karen
Oct 18, 2024
This is an incredible trip through 3 countries and 2 continents for a taste of the differences in culture and traditions, enjoying different landscapes and amazing food. With the help of our amazing leader Ana, we were able to learn a lot of cultural and historical backgrounds to the places that we've visited and she was also just so much fun to travel with, truly like travelling with a local friend!
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Susan
Oct 15, 2024
Love every minute of my intrepid small group trip. All was handled wonderfully happily and accurate information was given prior to going. Very happily go on another soon. Thank you.
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DELWYN
Oct 08, 2024
A great trip across cultures; a trip whose sum is greater than all its parts! Absolutely loved the journey!
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Brian
Oct 07, 2024