Explore fascinating Morocco for 14 days on this small group tour, from seaside Rabat to the desert towns of Erfoud and Ouarzazate and through the snow-topped High Atlas. On a journey that features five UNESCO sites, encounter Roman ruins, an ancient caravan route, spirited souks, and medinas bustling with snake charmers and spice merchants. Watch the sun set over the dunes on camelback, and admire dramatic Todra Gorge. Visit traditional artisan quarters and magnificent Hassan II Mosque, and discover the many fascinating treasures of storied Fez, Marrakech, and Casablanca. Discover two more alluring destinations on an optional 4-day/4-night post tour extension to Tangier and Chefchaouen.
Trip highlights:
- Private Sahara sunset excursion and camel ride on the dunes
- Visits to three UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Ancient ruins of Volubilis
- Scenic “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs”
- Dramatic Todra Gorge and Atlas Mountain scenery
- Kasbah of Ait ben-Haddou
- Fez touring
- Marrakech’s medina and Djemaa el Fna Square
- Storied Casablanca and Hassan II mosque
PRICE: $7,479 air inclusive price from San Francisco
[including airline taxes/fees of $684, which are subject to change]; pricing is per person, based on double occupancy
For more information or to reserve your place on tour, please call the tour operator ODYSSEYS UNLIMITED toll-free at 1-888-370-6765.
Physical Level:
A fair amount of walking most days, from 1-3 miles per day. Touring days may include full-day motorcoach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain including cobblestones, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available at sights or all hotels.
DISCLAIMER: This trip is designed primarily for UC Davis alumni. However, if there are not enough alumni participants to fill the available spots, the trip opens to alumni from other institutions. This means you will travel alongside non-Aggie alumni.
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