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11 Days Must-See Morocco Cultural Tour From Casablanca

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11 Days Must-See Morocco Cultural Tour From Casablanca

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As part of our dedication to responsible tourism, weโ€™re thrilled to introduce our "Give Back" initiative, an integral aspect of our commitment to positively impact communities during your journey through Morocco. We proudly endorse the admirable efforts of Ennajah Association and Chabab Time, two non-profit organizations devoted to uplifting Moroccan society. Ennajah Association, headquartered in Zagora, focuses on sustainable development by addressing school dropout rates among girls through initiatives such as providing transportation and vital water resources to the community. Meanwhile, Chabab Time, with operations spanning across Morocco from Rabat, actively promotes youth involvement in public affairs. Moreover, we encourage our travelers to contribute to our giving efforts by donating items such as medications, clothes, or other essentials. Additionally, we may extend our support to a local Berber school by providing supplies and small toys, bringing joy and making a tangible impact on childrenโ€™s lives. We believe in offering you the chance to make a meaningful difference, nurturing genuine connections, and ensuring your visit leaves a positive imprint. As you bid farewell, youโ€™ll carry with you cherished mementos of your adventure โ€“ carpets, Argan oil, lanterns, and treasured memories โ€“ but more significantly, youโ€™ll leave behind a lasting legacy of support and solidarity for the communities youโ€™ve had the privilege to touch.

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Eng, Fr, Spa-speaking professional driver/tour guide Shuttle from and to the airport Accommodation is organised at all stages of the tour City Guide: Marrakech and Fes Medina guided tour Private Transportation: 4wd or Minivan or Minibus Air-conditioned vehicle Visit to womenโ€™s cooperatives Toll road fees, fuel charges and all taxes Transport insurance An opportunity to give back and meet up with locals Camel ride in the desert Option: Some home-cooked dishes with local families, are available upon request and will be at the expense of the customer. Meals: Diner is included only in Merzouga Desert & Dades gorges Daily breakfast

Flights

Please note that while we are dedicated to facilitating every aspect of your travel experience, we do not handle flight bookings for our customers. However, we are more than happy to offer recommendations and assistance to ensure you find the best flights to complement your itinerary. Feel free to reach out to us for guidance and support in arranging your flights, and weโ€™ll gladly assist you in making the most suitable arrangements for your journey.

Accommodation

Unless a specific accommodation is requested, we carefully curate and recommend a selection of the finest 3-star or 4-star authentic stays throughout your journey. From quintessential Moroccan lodging nestled within bustling medinas to charming hotels and riads exuding local charm, each establishment offers a unique experience reflective of the regionโ€™s culture and heritage. In the Sahara Desert, we provide accommodations ranging from Kasbahs to Berber-style tents, complete with private baths, hot water, and exemplary service, all while adhering to sustainable management practices. Daily breakfast is included. For those opting for our Desert Camp experience, we feature spacious walk-in tents adorned with traditional Berber-style bedding or sleeping pads, ideal for two or more persons. Detailed information regarding accommodations will be provided upon completion of your booking, ensuring a seamless and tailored experience for your journey.

Guide

In our service, we deliver more than mere transportation; we provide our customers with an immersive journey guided by skilled professionals every mile of the way. Your devoted driver, who doubles as a tour guide, is proficient in English, French, and Spanish, ensuring seamless communication and insightful commentary throughout your adventure. Theyโ€™ll be your companion, not only ensuring your safety but also offering enriching perspectives on Moroccoโ€™s varied landscapes and cultural richness. Moreover, in cities such as Fes and Marrakech, we arrange for seasoned local guides to lead you through the intricate alleyways and hidden treasures, allowing for a deeper exploration of each destinationโ€™s essence. With our experienced team at your service, every moment of exploration is destined to be profound and unforgettable.

Transport

At Morocco Social Impact Travel (MSITravels), we are dedicated to ensuring the utmost comfort and convenience for our esteemed clientele. Recognizing the diverse needs of our travelers and the unique requirements of each tour, we offer a comprehensive range of transportation services tailored to your preferences. Our commitment to excellence begins with our fleet of air-conditioned vehicles, which includes shuttle services to and from the airport, ensuring a hassle-free start and end to your journey. Additionally, we take care of all toll road fees, fuel charges, and taxes, sparing you from any unexpected expenses along the way. Whether embarking on adventurous off-road expeditions or exploring more conventional routes, our transportation options are designed to cater to your needs. From spacious 4-wheel drive vehicles ideal for small groups to 7-seater minivans, minibus options for larger groups of up to 17 travelers, and coaches for groups exceeding 17 passengers, we ensure a comfortable and seamless travel experience for all. For those seeking an authentic desert exploration, we also offer camel rides, allowing you to discover the vast expanse of the desert like a local nomad. Trust MSITravels to provide you with reliable transportation solutions that enhance your journey through Morocco.

Insurance

We offer transportation insurance as part of our services to ensure a secure journey for our customers. However, itโ€™s essential to note that comprehensive travel insurance is not included in our packages. We strongly advise all travelers to arrange their own travel insurance policies to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances and provide additional peace of mind throughout their trip.

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Itinerary of your trip 11 Days Must-See Morocco Cultural Tour From Casablanca

  • Day 1 Arrival To Casablanca
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival To Casablanca

      Touch down to Casablanca. After your driver/tour guide has picked you up & dropped you off at your hotel you might like to discover some of Casablancaโ€™s sights. Notably the Hassan II Mosque which is considered to be the largest in north Africa and the third largest in the Islamic world, with its splendid esplanade and its tallest minaret in the world. It is a long reach of marble and emerald zellige rising 210 meters into the sky. Grand and timeless, the Great Mosque is constantly busy, a meeting point for Sunday strolls.



  • Day 2 Casablanca โ€“ Eljadida โ€“ Safi โ€“ Essaouira
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Casablanca โ€“ Eljadida โ€“ Safi โ€“ Essaouira

      Around 8am youโ€™ll head southwest of Casablanca to the 15 century Portuguese fortified city of Mazagan known now as El-Jadida, nicknamed ยซ the Deauville of Morocco ยป its Portuguese structures, fortified ramparts and a system of defense surrounding the Medina which advances out into the sea, all evoke the cityโ€™s past history. (Listed as World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO), an ancient coastal town impressive testimony of Portuguese architecture. When you leave El-Jadida your road takes you to Safi, the Sardines and Pottery town, most of its old medina was built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. From Safi to the most laid-back beach city in Morocco. Essaouira is more than just a town is a muse, itโ€™s Jimi Hendrix inspiration site, a source of undying inspiration.


       

  • Day 3 Essaouira โ€“ Marrakech
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Essaouira โ€“ Marrakech

       You have a free morning to explore Jimi Hendrixโ€™s town today before you head to Marrakech. After having your breakfast youโ€™re free to roam in the city that was once and still a heaven for hippie backpackers and Gnawa musicians. You can book a local guide, if not you can start your visit by the ramparts a series of forts that were built in the 15th century around the Medina of Mogador. Inside the Medina youโ€™ll have a chance to visit The Mellah (former Jewish quarter), the Moroccoโ€™s 3rd fishing port where you can have a delicious fish meal. Afternoon you will head to Marrakech, and in your way towards the Red city, If youโ€™re lucky you will have chance to see the tree goatsโ€™ phenomenon. To arrive in Marrakech to drop quickly you baggage at the hotel and join the carnival night of the crazed cacophony of musicians, snake charmers and vendors in the open-air famed Jemaa El-Fnaa square.



  • Day 4 Marrakeh Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Marrakeh Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

      Today, with your private Marrakech born and bred guide, you embark exploring the Red City from its old part with its Medinaโ€™s skinny lanes that leads to lavish sites, tombs and religious monuments decked out in marble. Bahia and El-Badii Palace and Saadienโ€™s Tombs will be your targets. Afterward, you driver/Tour Guide will pick you up for the outside medina visit to explore the Majorelle garden, Museum Saint Laurent, Berber Museum. While in Marrakech you will surely encounter thousands of motorcyclists and horse-carts roaming in the city and some of them pull over next the vast square of Jemaa El-Fnaa where itโ€™s carnival night every night and musicians, acrobats, storytellers and slapstick acting troupes tap into the Medina frenetic pulse.



  • Day 5 Marrakech โ€“ Ait Benhaddou โ€“ Ouarzazate โ€“ Valley Of Roses โ€“ Dades Gorges
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Marrakech โ€“ Ait Benhaddou โ€“ Ouarzazate โ€“ Valley Of Roses โ€“ Dades Gorges

      Around 8:00am your driver/tour guide will pick you up from the nearest point of your hotel/Riad. Through Tizi- Nโ€™Tichka pass (2260m) in the High Atlas Mountains, you will enjoy a snaky windy road (if you get car sick have your medication), beautiful landscapes with different colors and Berber villages along the way. The first pause will be in Ait Barka village. It will be around 10:00am to take beautiful pictures and have a cup of mint tea. Itโ€™s a point to start the highest Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The second pause will take place in the top of Tizi nโ€™Tichka arriving to Ait Benhaddou, the 11th century UNESCO-protected red mud-brick ksar that has formed the backdrop for many Hollywood movies production such as Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth, Gladiator, Game of Thrones and many others. Here you will also have time to explore the history of this amazing heritage. Then you will have lunch before continuing via Ouarzazate, ยซ Ouallywood ยป studio and Taourirte Kasbah. Traversing the valley of roses and daggers straight to Dades gorges a rust-red and mauve mountains. A series of crumbling Kasbahs and Ksours line the valley in the Berber villages to the monkey Fingers Mountains.



  • Day 6 Dades Gorges โ€“ Todgha Gorges โ€“ Tinejdad โ€“ Erfoud โ€“ Risani โ€“ Merzouga Desert
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Dades Gorges โ€“ Todgha Gorges โ€“ Tinejdad โ€“ Erfoud โ€“ Risani โ€“ Merzouga Desert

      This morning, you head southeast towards Merzouga and the gateway into the golden dunes of the Sahara desert. Before getting there youโ€™ll be stuck between gigantic rock walls and a hard place is a sublime experience in the Todgha gorges. Then itโ€™s onward to Tinjdad where a local Berber culture museum is worth a lunch stop, later on after lunch we head to Arfoud where you can marvel at the million-year-old fossils that the area is famous for.  Then itโ€™s off to Merzouga that has the highest dunes in Morocco, you can store any luggage while packing an overnight bag to bring along. Youโ€™ll have the chance to ride your camel ยซ ship of the desert ยป into the sandy seas. After hour-long camel ride you will be among the luckiest to watch the sun set over the Sahara dunes. Your stay for the night will be a Berber style tent.

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  • Day 7 Merzouga Desert โ€“ Midelt โ€“ Ifran โ€“ Fes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Merzouga Desert โ€“ Midelt โ€“ Ifran โ€“ Fes

      This morning youโ€™ll wake up with the sun shining on you face to witness what we hope is a glorious sunrise among the dunes, meanwhile to watch the light creep slowly down the dunes and pull all the world around you outside their warmth heavy mound of blankets for an early-breakfast. After an hour-ride camel back out of the desert you will depart and head for Ifran through the Ziz Valley, among the largest producer oasis dates in Morocco. En route we will stop for lunch with a local family in Midelt. After lunch we will pass through the cedar forests of Ifran, the Switzerland of Morocco, if are lucky weโ€™ll come across the Barbary macaques in our way to Fes where you can prepare for tomorrowโ€™s amazing tour in its mysteries and secrets of the 9000 alleyways that make it a maze, do not panic the guide will show the must see sites.



  • Day 8 Fes Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fes Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

      Do not panic the guide will show you the must-see sites. With your private Fes born and bred guide you will have the opportunity to discover the ancient breeding ground for scholars and artisans and the largest Medina of the world. Your will see the America Fondouk, Nejjarines, the Tanneries, the Medersa (Theological college) and Karaouine the first established university in the world. Your guide will shed light on many tales and 1200 years of history of this UNESCO-protected Medina, 

      Option: when you finish your visit of the Medina, we will drive you out of Fes to have a delicious house-made food in Lalla Aichaโ€™s place in Sefrou or experience a Traditional Moroccan Hammam-spa.

  • Day 9 Fes โ€“ Chefchaouen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fes โ€“ Chefchaouen

      You will be picked up by your driver/ tour guide and head north to Chefchaouen or Chaouen a city that perched beneath the raw peaks of the Rif Mountains. The ยซ Blue Town ยป has a mystical blue-washed Medina, surely the prettiest and the smallest when compared to others in the country. The town remained isolated with the Andalusian character architecture. Chaouen is undoubtedly a place to enjoy exploring at random.



  • Day 10 Chefchaouen โ€“ Ouazane โ€“ Rabat
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Chefchaouen โ€“ Ouazane โ€“ Rabat

      Moroccoโ€™s political, administrative capital is waiting to host tonight. Today you will have five hours driving from Chefchaouen to Rabat. The capital may be short on top-drawer tourist attractions, but it compensates with plenty of charm. You will have the opportunity to explore the city in a short sojourn, first through the monumental Hassan Tower with the pillared stumps of its mosque being all that remains from the earthquake of 1755. There is also the near-by Mausoleum of the royal family. And do not miss to have a cup of mint tea in red Oudayas, a walled village within a city.



  • Day 11 Rabat - Casablanca Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Rabat - Casablanca Departure

      As our journey draws to a close, we bid farewell to the enchanting city of Rabat, reflecting on the unforgettable moments weโ€™ve shared. Today, we embark on the final leg of our adventure, traveling to Casablanca. Along the way, our driver/Tour Guide will ensure a smooth transfer to Casablanca Airport, arriving three hours before your flight. Although itโ€™s time to say "see you again" instead of "goodbye," may the memories of Morocco linger in your heart, promising future journeys filled with discovery and wonder. Safe travels!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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