Splendours of Spain and Portugal
Mediterranean Sea
- 13 days
- 11 nights
- 29 meals
Departure: May 17, 2027
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MoroccoGrand Tour of Morocco
Smell the sweet, spicy aromas of souks, medinas, and kasbahs straight out of the Thousand and One Nights. Admire exquisite mosques and imperial cities with outstanding history and architecture jewels bursting with culture and tradition. And marvel at the endless deserts and snowy peaks braved by Berbers under burning sun and starry skies. The beauty of Morocco’s myriad contrasts needs to be seen to be believed. And you’ll see it all on this tour!
Cities on itinerary:
Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fès, Merzouga, Boumalne-du-Dadès, Marrakech, Essaouira, Agadir, Asilah, Tétouan, Ouazzane, Volubilis, Meknès, Midelt, Erfoud, Tinerhir, Kelaat M'Gouna, Aït-Ben-Haddou
- Fast
- CAA-Quebec host
Highlights:
- Chefchaouen Medina
- Majorelle Garden
- Night in the desert
- Encounter with the Berbers
Itinerary
- Day 1: Montréal – Casablanca
Flight to Casablanca.
- Day 2: Casablanca
Airport pick-up and tour of the city, including the Mohamed V Square, and residential neighbourhood Val d’Anfa. Transfer to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Hotel Idou Anfa 4* (D)
- Day 3: Casablanca – Rabat (90km)
Visit of the Hassan II Mosque, Habous district and the old medina before leaving for the Moroccan capital to discover the Udayas Kasbah, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Hassan Tower. Onomo Hotel Rabat Terminus 4* (B-D)
- Day 4: Rabat – Asilah – Tangier (260km)
Journey to Tangier, with a stop in Asilah and orientation tour of the city. Discovery of Cape Spartel, followed by a guided tour of Tangier, featuring the Grand Socco and the Petit Socco. Hotel Marina Bay Grand Socco 4* (B-D)
- Day 5: Tangier - Tetouan - Chefchaouen (130km)
Departure to Tetouan. Guided tour of the medina and discovery of the Mosque, Mohammed V Avenue, and Hassan II Square. Onward to Chefchaouen, at the foot of the Rif Mountains, for a guided tour of the old city. Hotel Parador 4* (B-D)
- Day 6: Chefchaouen - Ouazzane - Fes (230km)
Road to Fes, with a stop in Ouazzane for a dinner at leisure. Hotel Barcelo 4* (B-D)
- Day 7: Fes
Day dedicated to the exploration of Fes, the country’s oldest imperial city. Discovery of the medieval medina and its main monuments, followed by the districts of Mellah and Fes Jdid. (B-D)
- Day 8: Fes – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes (165km)
Departure for the archeological site of Volubilis. Stop at Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, shrine of pilgrimage. Arrival in Meknes featuring a tour of the city to see the Sahrij Swani basin, the Bab Mansour Gate or even the El-Hedime Square. Return to Fes. (B-D)
- Day 9: Fes – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga (460km)
Journey to the Sahara Desert. Stop to see the Azrou Cedar Forest, then onward to Midelt, nestled at 1520m above sea level. Continuation to Erfoud and transfer in 4WD to explore the Merzouga region. Camel ride across the dunes followed by a traditional Berber dinner under the stars. Night in a tent. Bivouac Azawad (B-D)
- Day 10: Merzouga – Erfoud – Tinerhir – Kelaat M’Gouna – Boumalne Dades (300km)
Early-morning wake-up to witness the sunrise. Departure to Tinghir to discover the impressive Todra Gorges. Onward to the Dades valley through outstanding landscapes. Stop in Kalaat M’Gouna, the rose water capital of the country. Arrival in Boumalne Dades. Hotel Xaluca Dades 4* (B-D)
- Day 11: Boumalne Dades – Ouarzazate – Aït-Ben-Haddou – Marrakesh (215km)
Visit of the Taourirt kasbahs (outside) and Aït Benhaddou. Onward to Marrakesh through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, culminating at an altitude of 2260m. Hotel Grand Plaza 4* (B-D)
- Day 12: Marrakesh
Tour of the Majorelle Garden, built in the 1920s by painter Jacques Majorelle. Visit of the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace. In the afternoon, walk through the souks of Marrakesh, discovery of Moroccan craftwork and the Jemaa el-Fna square, where jugglers, acrobats and snake charmers gather. In the evening, dinner with music in a local restaurant. (B-D)
- Day 13: Marrakesh – High Atlas – Marrakesh
Day in the High Atlas. Departure for Tahanaout to marvel at the beautiful scenery and drink tea with the locals. Onward to Lake Lalla Takerkoust via the Kik Plateau. Dinner at the restaurant, followed by free time to enjoy the surroundings. Return to Marrakesh by the Amizmiz Road. (B-L-D)
- Day 14: Marrakesh – Essaouira (190km)
Trip to the Atlantic coast. Stop in a cooperative producing argan oil. Arrival in Essaouira to explore the medina along with the souks, the port, the ramparts and the old Jewish quarter. Hotel Atlas Essaouira & spa 4* or Hotel Médina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa – MGallery 4* (For departure on September 26th) (B-D)
- Day 15: Essaouira – Agadir (175km)
Departure to Agadir. Afternoon at leisure. Hotel Tikida Golf Palace 5* (B-D)
- Day 16: Agadir – Montréal
Transfer to the airport and return flight to Montreal. (B)
Inclusions
Flights Montreal – Casablanca and Agadir – Montreal
Transportation by tour bus
Transfers
13 nights in 4* accommodations
Service of a CAA-Quebec tour leader, national guide and local French-speaking guides
Handling of one suitcase per person
1 night in a camp
1 500-ml bottle of water in the coach per day, per person
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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Host
Linda Roussel
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