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Wonders of Morocco: From Souks to the Sahara
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Wonders of Morocco: From Souks to the Sahara

Morocco12 days

The journey

Overview

From medieval Fez to bustling Marrakech, Morocco delights with iconic architecture, intoxicating aromas and uniquely hospitable people. Explore these timeless cities, get a taste of local Berber life in the ruggedly beautiful Atlas Mountains and sleep under the stars at Worldway Travels x A&K’s Private Desert Camp, nestled among towering Sahara dunes.

Highlights

  • Venture into the Sahara by 4x4 and camelback for an unforgettable overnight stay at Worldway Travels x A&K’s Private Desert Camp that includes dinner and live Moroccan music
  • Explore Fez el-Bali, Morocco’s cultural heart, on a guided walk through its winding alleyways and past its myriad souks
  • Share lively conversation with a female professor over dinner and freely discuss the role of women in modern Morocco
  • Tread the ancient Roman paths of Volubilis, where soaring arches defy the centuries and vivid 2,000-year-old mosaics tell stories of everyday life
  • Discover Marrakech at its most authentic, taking in the sights, sounds and scents of its UNESCO-listed medina
  • Visit local artisans whose works still reflect the influences of Morocco’s historic Roman, Moorish and Berber cultures

Day by day

Day 1

Arrive Casablanca, Morocco

Situated on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, Casablanca pulses with a modern energy, yet whispers of its romantic past — immortalized in the classic Humphrey Bogart movie (set here though filmed in Hollywood) — still linger. Met at the airport, you check in to your luxurious hotel and relax.

Day 2

Rabat & Fez - Ancient Traditions and a Rich Heritage

While the port city of Casablanca is Morocco’s largest metropolis and its commercial hub, there are connections to the rich local culture close at hand. Visit the expansive Hassan II Mosque; its minaret is the tallest religious structure in the world. Travel to the Moorish city of Rabat, capital of Morocco, to visit the Mohammed V Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco, grandfather

Day 3

Fez - Timeless Medieval City

Explore Fez el-Bali (Old Fez), the cultural heart of Morocco and a renowned center of medieval learning. Stroll the old quarter, with its 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys and souks, on a lively market visit. Watch local craftsmen work with bronze and pottery, and then proceed to the intricately detailed Karaouine. Built in AD 859, it is one of the oldest still-functioning universities in the world. Afte

Day 4

Volubilis - Roman Ruins and Lunch at a Vineyard

Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa. With its triumphal arches, basilicas and capitals, the Volubilis skyline brims with iconic examples of Roman architecture. Among its greatest treasures, however, are the mosaic floors of former family dwellings, depicting figures from epic mythology. A winery outside

Day 5

Erfoud - Desert Oasis

Travel to small, desert-fringed Erfoud, pausing for lunch en route and observing everyday life as you pass Berber villages, date palm plantations and the majestic Atlas Mountains. After this scenic drive, your hotel welcomes you and hosts dinner.

Day 6

The Sahara - Into the Desert Dunes

Discover the fortified desert town of Rissani before heading out into the desert dunes of the Sahara, first by four-wheel-drive vehicle amid stunning reddish-hued sand dunes and then by camelback, to your nomadic tented camp, where a reception with mint tea and pastries awaits you. As the sun sets over the Saharan dunes, celebrate the moment with a thirst-quenching sundowner. Return to your camp f

Day 7

Ouarzazate - Road of a Thousand Kasbahs

Journey overland to the city of Ouarzazate, built as a French garrison in the 1920s. Once a stopping point for African traders, it is today a regional trade center, noted for its pottery and carpets. Along the way, absorb stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains and the flourishing Dades Valley on the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.”

Day 8

Ouarzazate - Door of the Desert

Admire the Kasbah of Tifoultoute, a majestic 17th-century fortress, and continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the region’s most exotic kasbahs, some of which have been featured in famous films, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.

Day 9

Ouarzazate - Crossing the High Atlas

Journey over the High Atlas Mountains, observing everyday life in remote rural towns, to the fascinating “Red City” of Marrakech, where you visit El Amane Association for Women and Children, a community initiative **supported by Worldway Travels x A&K Philanthropy**.

Day 10

Marrakech - Exploring the Red City

Unearth the secrets of Marrakech, starting in the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at its architectural jewels, including the soaring Koutoubia Minaret. Then visit Ben Youssef Madrasa, once the largest Islamic college in the Maghreb. Later, walk Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, populated by vendors, acrobats, dancers and street musicians performing at every turn. You may also st

Day 11

Marrakech - Design Your Day

Walk the Jardin Majorelle, a picturesque garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by design legend Yves Saint Laurent. Stop at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum nearby for an up-close look at some of the famed designer’s creations. This afternoon, enjoy one of these **Design Your Day** activities:

Day 12

Depart Marrakech

After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight or join your post-tour extension.

What's included

  • Expert local guides & seamless transfers
  • Carefully selected luxury accommodations
  • Selected meals & signature experiences
  • Private arrival & departure transfers

Not included

  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas where applicable
  • Gratuities & personal expenses

Accommodations

  • Royal Mansour Casablanca
  • Fez
  • Palais Faraj Suites & Spa
  • Erfoud
  • L'Hotel by Chateau de Sable
  • A&K Private Desert Camp

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