Original
Explorer
Morocco Highlights
4.8
Excellent
106 reviews
10 days
Start
Marrakech, Morocco
Finish
Marrakech, Morocco
Trip Code
XMSS
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
Private Bus, Public bus, Taxi, Train
Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Hotel (8 nights)
From £747(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Explore the dramatic red dunes of the Sahara Desert on a camel’s back, experiencing an unforgettable sunset – then stay under a blanket of North African stars in a desert camp.
Spend time in two of Morocco’s most picturesque towns – the 11th century kasbah of Ait Benhaddou and Chefchaouen, with its striking blue and whitewashed houses, red-tiled roofs and artistic doorways.
Watch the scenery change from desert to oasis in Todra Gorge and Dades Valley. Get active on a hike, learn about life in the oasis and enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch with Amazigh hosts.
Dive into the culture and history of Morocco – admire the majestic Volubilis ruins, rub shoulders with the locals in the old medina in Fes, and see the museums of Casablanca.
Where else would you find drummers, dancers, fortune tellers, jugglers, street food vendors and old medicine men all in one place? In Marrakech of course, exploring the acclaimed Djemaa el-Fnaa.
Is this trip right for you?
Summer temperatures in Morocco can get very hot (over 40°C). If you're travelling in the warmer months, be sure to wear layers, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. Nights can get quite cold, so warm clothes are essential.
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.
As this trip covers quite a lot of ground there are some long drives. These are excellent opportunities to get to know your fellow travellers, catch up on some reading, or simply appreciate the scenery.
This trip doesn’t spend a lot of time in Marrakech. We highly recommend you plan extra time in this fascinating city if your time allows. Please speak to your booking agent if you are interested in booking additional nights in the city.
Itinerary
Blend the very best of Morocco’s history, nature, culture and cuisine
Experience all the marvels of Morocco on this 10-day adventure. Start in lively Marrakech, experience the bustle of Casablanca and then immerse yourself in the blue hues of Chefchaouen. See ancient history up close at Volubilis’ Roman ruins, step back into the Middle Ages in Fes el Bali and then travel out to the sand dunes of the Sahara Desert. Share lunch with locals after exploring the palm groves and Amazigh villages in Todra Gorge and Dades Valley, then toast the success of your adventure with a rooftop drink.
Inclusions
Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
Private Bus, Public bus, Taxi, Train
Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Hotel (8 nights)
Included activities
Chefchaouen - Sunset viewpoint
Volubilis - Entrance and guided tour
Fes - Medersa El Attarine
Fes - Medina walking tour
Fes - Funduq al-Najjarin
Fes - Tannery visit
Sahara Desert - Sunset Camel Ride
Todra Gorge - Leader-led walk
Dades - Home-cooked Amazigh lunch
Dades Valley - Hike & local farm & palmery visit
Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
Marrakech - Sunset rooftop drink (one drink)
Optional activities
Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure - MAD640
Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD1999
Marrakech - Palais Bahia - MAD70
Marrakech - Marjorelle Gardens - MAD165
Marrakech - Saadian Tombs - MAD70
Marrakech - Museum of Marrakech - MAD40
Marrakech - Medersa Ben Youssef - MAD40
Marrakech - Medina, Palaces & Tombs Urban Adventure - MAD650
Casablanca - Religious Casablanca Urban Adventure - MAD1850
Casablanca - The Medina and Beyond Urban Adventure - MAD700
Casablanca - Hassan II Mosque - MAD130
Casablanca - Jewish Museum (entrance fee) - MAD50
Casablanca - Villa des Arts Gallery & Museum (entrance fee) - Free
Chefchaouen - Medina visit with local guide - MAD300
Chefchaouen - Kasbah - MAD60
Chefchaouen - Walking Tour with Local Guide - MAD350
Chefchaouen - Picnic lunch for hike - MAD70
Chefchaouen - Hammam (public baths) - MAD150
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 6 (Desert Camp) and is subject to availability. There is a limited amount of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent to enquire availability.
Reviews (101)
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Elly
Oct 06, 2025
Highly recommend the Moroccan Highlights tour! Covers all the key cities and sites - I particularly enjoyed the meals with local families.
Allison
Oct 04, 2025
Charif was so fun and enthusiastic! He was a great tour guide with a lot of passion!
Adam
Oct 04, 2025
Highlights of Morocco indeed, there is little left to see after this trip! An amazing experience and incredible value. Cannot recommend enough.
Delilah
Oct 03, 2025
We had a fantastic trip to Morocco. Our guide Rachid was amazing, enjoyable, knowledgeable, caring, understanding and most of all kind at heart. We loved Marrakech City it was very inviting and people so friendly. We enjoyed the train ride from Marrakech to Casablanca it was very interesting to see the different people that were visiting. Met some people from the USA, London UK and from Australia and New Zealand and all taking trains or buses to get around with no problem. We loved the Sahara Desert and had a joyful ride on the Camels they were awesome to look at and we also drove on the sand dunes. In all Morocco is one of my best land trips so far.
Catherine
Oct 02, 2025
We did not know what to expect when we signed up for our 10-day Moroccan Highlights tour, but the trip exceeded our expectations in every way. We had a fantastic tour leader in Abdul, and our group of 13 fellow travellers were the perfect blend of curious and adventurous folk. It was an eye-opening and life-enriching journey, and was more than a trip...it was an experience--one we will not soon forget.
Peter
Oct 01, 2025
My tour of Morocco was nothing short of extraordinary. From the vibrant sites of Marrakech to the serene dunes of the Sahara, every moment was rich with culture, history, and breathtaking scenery. What truly made the experience unforgettable was our tour guide, Charif Ouhammou. Charif was knowledgeable, warm, and incredibly attentive—he brought each location to life with fascinating stories and local insights. His passion for Morocco and dedication to our group made us feel not just like tourists, but welcomed guests. I can’t recommend this tour—or Charif—highly enough. An absolute highlight of my travels!
Tristan
Sep 29, 2025
Compact and well thought out itinerary to give the highlights of Morocco; perfect as either a one off or platform for doing more exploring. 5/5 would recommend.
Emily
Sep 25, 2025
This tour is a fantastic introduction to Moroccan culture and gives you great opportunities to connect with locals. Our tour leader, Abdul, was very knowledgeable and proactively/personally made sure all our needs were taken care of. I learned so much and had so much fun.
gabriela
Sep 24, 2025
Booking our trip to Morocco through Intrepid was easy. The team responded to our questions promptly; they were very well organized. Our Moroccan experience was amazing. We recommend everyone to use Intrepid for their vacations and adventures.
Terri
Sep 21, 2025
Just book it. I think that this is an incredible company that really have our well-being in mind. If you’ve never been on a tour before intrepid small group tours are the best way to go. You’ll create great friendships likely to last a lifetime.
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