Morocco Kasbahs & Desert
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Morocco Kasbahs & Desert
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8 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
Perfect for travellers looking for a fast-paced trip, this short but sweet adventure offers up a great combination of Morocco’s must-see highlights and a little free time to explore on your own.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: AFER Association Community Lunch, Meknès Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Volubilis guided tour including visit to the Roman ruins
- Fès medina guided tour including artisans' quarter and Fès tannery
- Sunset camel ride in the desert
- Todra Gorge stay with walk through local villages
- Aït Ben Haddou kasbah tour
- Marrakech medina guided walk of the souks
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nts)
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Private air-conditioned van, camels.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, driver, local guides.
Highlights
- Wander the winding streets of ancient medinas
- Sip refreshing mint tea
- Explore natural gorges and Roman ruins
- Ride a camel to the sand dunes
- Barter in exotic souks
- Enjoy delicious Moroccan fare
Trip Details
8 days
Private air-conditioned van, camels.
English
Casablanca, Morocco
Marrakech, Morocco
Budget
Classic, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca
Please note that this tour does not spend any time in Casablanca.
You may wish to come a day early in order to explore Casablanca, and take some time to see its medina, beachfront, and classic examples of Art Deco architecture.
Be sure to also visit the spectacular Hassan II Mosque. Entrance is only permitted via guided tours, which operate from Saturday to Thursday at 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, and 15:00, and on Fridays at 9:00, 10:00, and 15:00. These times are subject to change (particularly around Ramadan), please double check times with your hotel. Tickets can be purchased at the mosque.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Campanile Casablanca
Day 2: Casablanca/Fès
Start early and drive through the rolling hills to the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Take a guided tour of the best-preserved Roman ruins in this part of Northern Africa, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After, continue to Fès, one of Morocco's most interesting cities. Take some free time to explore upon arrival. Opt to experience a traditional hammam and get to know the locals.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a G Adventures-supported traditional lunch that benefits rural Moroccan women and children with disabilities. The association provides vital services including literacy and vocational training, health services, disability assistance, and the operation of a local ambulance. AFER’s training center hosts culinary programs recognized by the state, and each year it graduates 30 students, many of whom go on to work in the project. Through this work, AFER creates sustainable employment, fosters community cohesion, and showcases Moroccan culture to travellers. During your visit, enjoy a traditional home-cooked Moroccan meal, featuring classic dishes such as vegetable tagine or roasted chicken with onion sauce, and meet some of the women that are part of this important community program. This experience not only supports livelihoods but also celebrates Moroccan heritage and rural resilience.Activity - Listen to a certified local guide explain life in the Roman Empire at this UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the impressive, well-preserved Roman ruins. Peer into old bathhouses, marvel at the still-present mosaic floors, and gaze up at towering marble pillars. Hear stories about life in this Roman city that will leave you in awe of just how far their empire stretched.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Mounia Fes
Day 3: Fès
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Follow a local guide through the Fès medina, one of the world’s largest medinas with more than 9000 winding streets lying within 365 hectares. See buildings in the medina that date back to the 9th century; there are 350 mosques in the medina that are still in use today. Enter through one of the great gates into the chaos. Explore the artisans’ quarters as well as the many carpenters, bakers, butchers, and spice sellers. Visit the mausoleum and the Al Qarawiyin University. A highlight of the tour is the view of the famous Fès tannery from the balcony of a leather shop, where you can observe the men hard at work treating and dyeing the different hides. Take some time to shop for leather goods before returning to your hotel.Free_time - Visit more of this lovely city and if you're stuck, there's always room for mint tea at an outdoor café.Accommodation - Hotel Mounia Fes
Day 4: Fès/Merzouga
Start early today for a drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach the edge of the Sahara.
Settle into your hotel at the edge of the dunes and enjoy a warm welcome with mint tea. In the late afternoon, take a camel ride deep into the dunes to watch the sunset. Learn to tie a turban to keep the desert sun off your face and add a little flare to photos.
This evening, indulge in a traditional dinner, then gather around a campfire under the stars near to your hotel. Listen to stories about life in this region and, perhaps, some traditional music on the drums.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Hold on and enjoy a ride on this even-toed ungulate, also known as the desert horse. Bring your camera for some fantastic photos of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Local guides will teach you how to mount and dismount and other handy camel-related safety tips.Accommodation - Auberge Dunes D'Or
Day 5: Merzouga/Todra Gorge
Opt to spend the morning exploring the undulating golden sand of the dunes, discovering the surrounding communities on a land cruiser desert excursion. You can pre-book this optional excursion when booking your tour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Amazir
Day 6: Todra Gorge/Aït Ben Haddou
Travel along the “Route of 1000 Kasbahs” to the thriving town of Ouarzazate for a lunch stop. This town is home to Atlas Film Studios, where many films have been shot over the years, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
Continue on to the fascinating and beautiful Aït Ben Haddou, a wonderful example of a kasbah.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site and kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley, located in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas Mountains. Of all the remaining kasbahs in Morocco, the walls and interior of this area are the most intact. It's a collective grouping of dwellings inside defensive walls and was once one of the many trading posts on the route linking Sudan to Marrakech. The kasbah still houses a few families, but many now live in the adjacent village. Like many of the earthen built fortresses in Ouarzazate, Aït Ben Haddou has been used in many film and television productions like Gladiator, Babel, and Game of Thrones.Accommodation - La Rose du Sable Ait Benhaddou (BB)
Day 7: Aït Ben Haddou/Marrakech
The journey to Marrakech includes breathtaking views throughout the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260m).
Arrive in Marrakech in time for lunch with the rest of the day free to wander the city.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Head into the maze of tiny streets and alleyways of the ancient medina to really get a taste of everyday life in Marrakech. Shop to your heart’s content in the souk and search out spices, traditional jalabas and slippers, or the famous Moroccan lanterns as you experience the sights and sounds of bustling Marrakech.Accommodation - Moroccan House Marrakech
Day 8: Marrakech
Opt to get up early and catch the sunrise over Marrakech by pre-booking the Hot Air Balloon excursion. Please ensure you allow enough time to return from the activity when planning your onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1219
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Perfect for travellers looking for a fast-paced trip, this short but sweet adventure offers up a great combination of Morocco’s must-see highlights and a little free time to explore on your own.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 17 May 2026
Customer Reviews
12/31/2023
Well organized, cover a lot of ground in a short period, nice group size
12/31/2023
The itinerary was very efficient for us with limited time in Morocco. I felt I saw everything that I wanted and also learnt a lot from our Moroccan and Berber CEO. The CEO and members were amazing, too.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/31/2023
Well organized, cover a lot of ground in a short period, nice group size
12/31/2023
The itinerary was very efficient for us with limited time in Morocco. I felt I saw everything that I wanted and also learnt a lot from our Moroccan and Berber CEO. The CEO and members were amazing, too.
12/31/2023
Had a great experience.
12/31/2023
I went to Morocco in December 23', on my own & it was z wonderful experience.
12/31/2023
Knowledgeable staff (driver and guide) during the entire tour
12/31/2023
I had a great time on my trip and I think others would do.
12/30/2023
good experience and arrangement
12/30/2023
Was a wonderful awesome experience.. well organized. lovely guide.. excellent extremely wonderful? fantastic wonderful life experience.. thank you..
12/30/2023
The organization & CEO were phenomenal.
12/29/2023
CEO are wonderful! They take care of all the details, logistics, housing and lets you enjoy the trip stress free.
12/29/2023
The trip was a great experience for those wanting to learn more about another culture and travel hassle-free in a new country.
12/29/2023
Convenience comfort for people who don't want to plan themselves
12/29/2023
Jaouad our tour guide was absolutely incredible - he made our trip! The people and not having to think about going from here to there
12/29/2023
Really appreciate the travel logistics always being handled and not having to think about it. Makes for a stress free vacation. Also having our CEO at all times is very helpful !!
12/29/2023
Jaouad Aichouche ! More than any historical site, accommodation, food, or anything else, Jaouad was well-informed about his country?s history, culture, geo-political situation, food, socioeconomic dynamics? I could go on & on. He is the reason my family of three and our tour group as a whole had an incredible week in Morocco! And he was kind, timely, and funny!! What a treasure G Adventures has in Jaouad Aichouche. Please reward him in every way possible!!
12/29/2023
Our tour guide Jaouad was amazing. He made the trip exceptional. He was knowledgeable, considerate, kind and worked to ensure everyone had fun. I give him my highest rating!
12/24/2023
I had a great experience with my tour group and guide
12/31/2023
Experience was great overall.
12/31/2023
used G 5 times now, cannot fault them for this style of travel
12/31/2023
Great guide, excellent route, luck of the group structure and wonderful weather!
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