Majestic Morocco
Imperial cities, the High Atlas, a night in the Sahara and the medieval medina of Fez - a 12-day small-group tour of Morocco, handcrafted by Noor Voyages in Montreal.
Our Majestic Morocco tour is a 12-day loop through the country's greatest hits: Casablanca and its towering Hassan II Mosque, the souks and palaces of Marrakech, a crossing of the High Atlas to the film-set kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the dunes of the Sahara by 4x4 and camel, and the medieval medina of Fez. You travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking tour manager, four-star riads and hotels, and a halal-friendly rhythm - with a cooking class and desert night woven in.
Trip highlights
- Step inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, the largest in Morocco
- Lose yourself in the souks, palaces and Jemaa el-Fna of Marrakech
- Cross the High Atlas to the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- Ride a 4x4 and a camel through the Sahara dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset
- Walk the medieval medina of Fez with a local guide
- See the Roman mosaics of Volubilis and the kasbah gardens of Rabat
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrival in Casablanca
Met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, with a welcome dinner to settle into Morocco's biggest city.
Casablanca to Marrakech
Tour Casablanca - the interior of the Hassan II Mosque, the Corniche, Mohammed V Square and the Habous quarter - then drive south to Marrakech.
Marrakech city tour
Explore the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace with its zellige tilework, the artisan souks and the Dar El Bacha museum, ending on the electric Jemaa el-Fna. Dinner comes with Moroccan music and entertainment.
Marrakech & a cooking class
A relaxed day with optional excursions to the Ourika Valley. In the evening, a hands-on Moroccan cooking class at a country farm - you prepare the meal, then sit down to enjoy it.
Over the Atlas to Dades
Cross the High Atlas by the Tichka Pass and tour Ait Ben Haddou, the UNESCO-listed clay kasbah famous from countless films, before arriving in the Dades valley of canyons and rose gardens.
Dades to Erfoud
Drive through the sheer walls of the Todra Gorge and on to Erfoud, gateway to the Sahara, for dinner and the night at a desert kasbah.
Sahara Desert day
A full day by 4x4 across Erg Chebbi - the Rissani souk, lunch in the village of Tissardmine, and a camel ride into the Merzouga dunes to watch the sun set over the sand.
Erfoud to Fez
Head north over the Middle Atlas, passing the alpine town of Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, arriving in Fez with its sea of medina rooftops.
Fez city tour
A local expert leads you through Fez el-Bali, the UNESCO medina: the souks, the Nejjarine fountain and museum, the 14th-century Attarine madrasa, then Fez Jdid, the Jewish Quarter and the Royal Palace gates.
Fez at leisure
A free day to wander the medina at your own pace, or join an optional wine tasting and vineyard lunch at Domaine de la Zouina.
Fez to Rabat via Volubilis
Tour the Roman ruins of Volubilis - triumphal arches, a forum and superb mosaics - then continue to the capital, Rabat, for the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas. A farewell dinner closes the trip.
Departure
After breakfast, a transfer to Casablanca airport for your flight home - or ask us to add a few days on the coast at Essaouira or in Chefchaouen, the blue city.
What is included
Included
- 11 nights in four-star hotels and riads
- Daily breakfast, a welcome dinner and seven further dinners
- Moroccan cooking class with dinner and a 4x4 Sahara excursion with lunch
- Camel desert experience and all sightseeing with entrance fees
- Expert English-speaking tour manager and a local guide at Volubilis
- Air-conditioned coach transport, luggage handling and all taxes
Not included
- International and domestic airfare (land-only package)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Optional activities such as the hammam, Berber home visit or wine tasting
- Travel insurance
- Tips, drinks and personal expenses
Where you stay
| City | Nights | Hotel (or similar) |
|---|---|---|
| Casablanca | 1 | Idou Anfa Hotel |
| Marrakech | 3 | Le Kech Boutique Hotel & Spa |
| Dades | 1 | Riad Bahammou |
| Erfoud | 2 | Chergui Kasbah |
| Fez | 3 | Les Merinides |
| Rabat | 1 | Tour Hassan Hotel |
Frequently asked questions
Is this Morocco tour halal-friendly?
Yes. Halal food is the standard across Morocco, and we are happy to build in prayer stops and note any dietary needs on your booking.
Are flights included in the price?
The advertised price is land-only, per person based on double occupancy. As a full-service Montreal agency we can add your flights from Montreal or any Canadian city and quote the trip as a complete package.
What is the desert night like?
You reach the dunes of Erg Chebbi by 4x4 and camel at sunset. The camel ride is a gentle hour into the sand - no experience needed - and if you would rather, a 4x4 can take you instead.
When is the best time to visit Morocco?
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are ideal - warm days for the cities and the desert without the peak-summer heat. We run this itinerary on set departures and private dates.
How do I book?
Reach us at 450-600-1616 or info@noorvoyages.ca, or send an enquiry through this page. A Noor Voyages advisor will confirm dates, availability and your final quote.
Ready for Morocco?
Tell us your dates and we will tailor this Majestic Morocco tour around you - flights, hotels and all.