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Morocco Private Expedition
9 DAYS FROM $4,595
based on a private group of 6 people traveling together
• Visit six UNESCO World Heritage sites with a private guide. • Sip traditional mint tea in the home of an Amazigh (Berber) family. • Discover Fez’s ancient maze of colorful markets and mosques on a private tour.
Private Expedition Light/Moderate
DAYS 1–2 I CASABLANCA, MOROCCO/FEZ Travel from Casablanca to Fez and settle in to your enchanting riad—a traditional Moroccan guesthouse. Discover the charms of Fez on a full-day city tour with a private guide. Riad Maison Bleue and Spa | Meals: 1B, 1D
DAY 3 I MEKNÈS/VOLUBILIS/RABAT Join your private guide to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: medieval Meknès and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. In Rabat, see the oceanfront Kasbah Ouadaya and the marble Mausoleum of Mohamed V. Villa Mandarine | Meals: 1B, 1L
DAYS 4–5 I HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS Journey into the High Atlas Mountains to a lodge built from the ruins of a medieval kasbah—and set out on a range of hikes and donkey rides. Take a village walk with a local staff member, followed by a traditional mint tea in his or her home. Kasbah du Toubkal | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D
DAY 6 I AÏT BEN HADDOU Discover the stunning interior of Kasbah Telouet, a deserted fortification on an age-old caravan route. Wander the enchanting adobe village of Aït Ben Haddou at your own pace. Riad Ksar Ighnda | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
DAYS 7–9 I MARRAKECH In legendary Marrakech, listen to storytellers; watch fire-eaters and acrobats; and delight in beguiling music in Djemaa el-Fna, the city’s main square. See the highlights of the city on a full-day tour. La Villa des Orangers Hôtel | Meals: 3B, 1L
YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM
Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.
INFORMATION
Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year, except in July and August. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you. Prices are per person; based on double occupancy, group size, and selected dates; and subject to availability. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.
Rare plant species fill the Majorelle Garden in Marrakech.
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A MEDIEVAL ARCHWAY LEADS INTO THE FRENCH VILLAGE OF SAINT-CIRQ-LAPOPIE.