The gentle rush of waterfalls filters through the cedar forest. Desert dunes create endless waves of golden sand. The call to prayer echoes through the morning sky above the charming lull of the coast. Wake up in a lavish room of an ornate antique mansion that once belonged to Moroccan nobility. Your VIP tour of Morocco is hand tailored to ensure the marvels of luxury accompany you every step of the way. Desert fortresses blend into the mountain foothills and blossomed pink roses shimmer underneath...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Casablanca - Early Arrival in Casablanca and Full Day Tour of the City
Welcome to Morocco, a country steeped in legend, culture, and luxury. You are met at the airport by a private transfer and whisked away from Casablanca passing along palm tree-lined boulevards. The Atlantic Ocean brushes up against the coastline. Hassan II Mosque stands tall on the shore against the lapping water. Settle into the comforts of your centrally located hotel before meeting your guide for a private tour of the city. The aroma of the ocean is present and pleasant.
Your guide takes you through a variety of neighborhoods that emanate the city’s modern edge, inspired by its vast history. Casablanca maintains a cosmopolitan ambiance with modern restaurants brimming with the aromas of regional spices and slow roasted meats. The city is the economic center of the country, providing distinct luxury for locals and visitors alike. Your guide brings you to the Hassan II Mosque and you see the grandeur of the edifice constructed in 1993. The minaret is the world’s tallest at almost 670 feet.
Although the mosque was built more recently you find elements of traditional Islamic architecture combined with Moroccan elements. The main prayer hall is located on the ground floor and is decorated with ceramic tiles arranged to form colorful, geometric shapes. Cedar adds earthen elements to the strong and glossy marble pillars that frame the hall. Chandeliers dangle from numerous domes, the glass imported from Muran, Italy. The opulent décor emanates power and prestige, while also demonstrating devotion.
What's Included:
Day 2
Fez – Make your Way to Fez with a Tour of Rabat, Meknes, and Volubilis
Day 3
Fez – Full-Day Tour of the Imperial City
Day 4
Merzouga – Visit Mountain Villages and the Ziz Valley
Day 5
Merzouga – Trek on Camel Back in a Sahara Desert Exploration
Day 6
Dades Valley – Venture In and Around Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
Day 7
Marrakech – Travel the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs before Arrival in Marrakech
Day 8
Marrakech – Enjoy a Tour of Morocco’s Red City
Day 9
Marrakech – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Experience the historic culture and legendary marketplaces of Morocco in luxuries fit for royals and noblemen, in traditional Riads, extraordinary mansions
- Venture into the Sahara Desert for an unforgettable meal and overnight in a luxurious camp beneath the stars
- Stroll around the renowned city of Aït Ben Haddou, seen in films from Gladiator to Oscar winning Babel
- Witness the indulgences of an old Roman settlement at Volubilis
- Visit the rose capital of Morocco to see the miles of hedges that produce enticing aromas and stunning colors
- Journey through the marvelous rock formations of Todra Gorge
- Explore the four imperial cities of Morocco
Detailed Description
18th-century palaces are gilded from floor to ceiling and glitter from their golden trim. Medinas maintain their connection to their roots with snake charmers and jugglers entertaining passersby. The splendor of Morocco is in its continuous display of tradition and simultaneous association with the modern world. Your 8-day luxury tour, arranged by one of Zicasso's Morocco luxury tour operators, takes you from Casablanca to the Sahara, High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, and pampers you with plush mansions and marvelous sites. Indulge in tradition and absorb the ineffable luxuries whether in the cities or underneath the star-studded sky.
Your private transfer meets you at the airport in Casablanca and escorts you to your centrally located accommodation. The city is a modern center for commerce and cosmopolitan culture, filled with award winning restaurants and exuberant art galleries. Your guide meets you at the hotel and takes you on a private tour of the city’s past and present excellence. Make your way to the imperial city of Rabat, Morocco’s capital, to view the grandeur of the Royal Palace. Meknes was once Morocco’s capital city and maintains its pearled streets and architecture.
Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis to witness the variety of culture that once filled areas of the country. Arrive in Fez, a city that proudly displays its connection to its medieval past. Follow your guide through the city to visit the old Royal Palace gate and the oldest university in North Africa. Your private transfer takes you through the Middle Atlas Mountains to the alpine town of Ifrane, through the small cities of Erfoud and Rissani, and on to the desert municipality of Merzouga. Spend a day venturing through the Sahara Desert to see a sensational saltwater lake and the flamingos that reside there.
Indulge in the magnificent sunrise near the world-famous sand dunes of Erg Chebbi before traversing the High Atlas Mountains and the Todra Gorge. Cross the fertile Dades Valley and Gorge to arrive at Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a tremendous city whose color helps the town blend into the nearby cliffs. Once in Marrakech you will find the exceptional culture of the city’s historic streets. Tour the exquisite El Bahia Palace and indulge in a panorama overlooking the Djemaa el Fna Square. Your private transfer escorts you to the airport and the luxuries of Morocco will always welcome you back.
Starting Price
$11,700 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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