11-Nights Flavors of Morocco — CALL

African Travel, Inc.

OFFER ID 1515421

Flavors Of Morocco
Treat your senses to an exquisite culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and transcends all expectations. With a harmonious fusion of Arabic, Berber, French, and Italian influences, this luxurious experience will immerse you in the captivating flavors of Morocco's imperial cities and the enchanting landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert.
Explore the enchanting allure of Morocco's open markets and indulge in the sensory delights of its savory souks, accompanied by a knowledgeable local foodie.Discover the richness of award-winning Moroccan wines as you journey through esteemed local wineries.Experience a symphony of flavors with a traditional, opulent meal at the welcoming home of a local Berber family, where time-honored culinary secrets are passed down through generations.Enjoy an unforgettable, moonlit Marrakech food tour in the illustrious Djemaa El Fna Square, where the vibrant tapestry of culture intertwines seamlessly with the finest gastronomic pleasures, creating an ambiance like no other.

1. LE CASABLANCA HOTEL, Casablanca, Morocco
2. HOTEL LA TOUR HASSAN PALACE, Morocco, Rabat
3. HOTEL SAHRAI, Fes, Morocco
4. AUBERGE CAFÉ DU SUD, Merzouga
5. HOTEL DADES XALUCA, Boumalne Dades, Morocco
6. TEMPLE DES ARTS, Ouarzazate, Morocco
7. LA MAMOUNIA, Marrakech, Morocco

11 nights | Call for pricing

Itinerary

African Travel: Flavors Of Morocco

Day 1 Arrive Casablanca, Morocco
As you arrive at Casablanca airport, an African Travel team member will greet you with a warm smile, ready to ensure every moment of your journey is pure luxury. Be whisked away to your exquisite hotel, a haven of comfort and elegance. For an extra indulgence, we invite you to an optional dinner at the renowned Dar el Kaid restaurant, where tantalizing flavors await your palate.
Four Seasons Casablanca

Meals: (D)

Day 2 Casablanca / Rabat
After breakfast discover Casablanca. Start your visit at the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world that stands besides the sea and boasts stunning views. Enjoy lunch at Casablanca’s Marche Centrale, a well known fish market, where an abundance of fresh fish and seafood awaits you. Your selections will be cooked to order at a nearby restaurant. Continue your day discovering the Art Deco Architecture on a private tour. Make sure you have a camera in hand to take pictures of the famous clock tower, art deco hotels. Continue to Rabat, an Imperial City and the capital to the Knigdom of Morocco. Arrive in time for a welcome cocktail.
Fairmont La Marina Rabat Salé Hotel & Residences

Meals: (BL)

Day 3 Rabat
Start your day by taking in the views from the cliff-top Kasbah of the Udayas, home to the Museum of Oudayas and the French-style Andalusian Gardens. Continue to Hassan Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn how the lone standing minaret was built as part of Sultan Yacoub al-Mansour’s never-finished mosque. In late afternoon, take a stroll along the seafront promenade. It’s a picturesque spot to watch the sunset, with views over Rabat Lighthouse.
Fairmont La Marina Rabat Salé Hotel & Residences

Meals: (B)

Day 4 Rabat/ Fes
Continue to Fes and discover the world of Moroccan street food. Visit food souks allowing the chance to try traditional Moroccan street food. At the honey souk taste an array of delicious wild honeys, discuss their flavors and health-giving properties and find out why honey is so important in Moroccan cooking. Or learn to bake bread in the 400-year-old community oven with the baker overseeing your hands-on efforts. Take your hot bread to the honey souk to try it with 8 artisanal wild honeys, aged butter or khlii, spicy dried beef. The Moroccan Culinary Experience hands-on cooking classes take place right in the heart of a family house – the kitchen. You’ll learn the intricacies of Moroccan cuisine and then of course savor your creations. Take the afternoon to explore Fes Palaces and Andalusian Gardens. Visit the Dar Batha Garden and Museum, Jnana Garden, Les Jardin De Bierhn and end the day with tea at the Ruined Garden in a remote neighborhood of historic Fes.
Hotel Sahrai

Meals: (BL)

Day 5 Fes
Begin your day with a Cooking Class in Fes. Shop the souks led by a Moroccan chef. Discover how locals buy vegetables, meat and other goods direct from sellers in the market. During your first class you will see how ouarka (the dough used in b’steeya) is made and perhaps have time to buy a few spices to take home. Depart for a guided tour of Old Fes to learn some of the history, tour the souks, see the mosques and medersas and visit the famous leather tanneries. The famous Exhibition of Antiques and Modern Carpets is one of the places in Old Fes where you can see a Berber carpet demonstration. Enjoy mint tea and follow your guide up a coil of stairs to a small area to watch carpets being made. Later visit the baboosh souk where beautiful hand-made shoes, caftans, pottery, local Fassis crafts and fabrics are sold. Enjoy your evening at leisure.
Hotel Sahrai

Meals: (BD)

Day 6 Fes / Merzouga Desert
Today your journey takes you to Merzouga. Walk the desert dunes and explore Merzouga’s flora and fauna. Based on spectacular scenes from “1001 Arabian Nights,” enjoy a Moroccan feast accompanied by a dinner show is the perfect way to spend a night in Morocco. Enjoy a host of traditional dishes, followed by a traditional show.
Luxury Desert Camp

Meals: (BLD)

Day 7 Merzouga Desert / Skoura
After breakfast you are off to your next adventure with a visit to a local village. Learn about the rich heritage and close-knit community bonds of Khamlia.Delight in a serene oasis picnic before exploring the mesmerizing rocks of Dades Gorges. Arrive in Skoura where the day's discoveries culminate in savoring the authentic flavors of this vibrant locale during a delightful evening.
Ksar El Kababba

Meals: (BLD)

Day 8 Skoura / Marrakech
Begin your day with a visit to Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the southern High Atlas Mountains—an iconic Game of Thrones filming location. Wander its narrow alleys, discover hidden courtyards, and admire ornate doorways adorned with traditional Berber motifs. Following lunch en route, proceed towards Marrakech on a scenic drive, venturing deeper into the High Atlas Mountains and crossing the breathtaking Tizi N'tichka pass.
La Mamounia

Meals: (BL)

Day 9 Marrakech
Indulge in a full-day tour of Marrakech's historical treasures, encompassing Koutoubia Mosque, Badii Palace, Bahia Palace, and the Saadian tombs. Following lunch, immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of the Souk, where a myriad of goods and crafts beckon. As the evening unfolds, venture to Djemaa el Fna square, alive with lively spectacles. Enjoy dinner at your leisure, choosing from the array of stalls that adorn this iconic square.
La Mamounia

Meals: (BD)

Day 10 Marrakech
Start the day with a visit to the Yves Saint Laurent Majorelle Gardens, an enchanting and mysterious garden, and a place where Alfred Hitchcock wrote “The Birds.” Delve into the art of Moroccan cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Guided by a local "dada," unravel the secrets of crafting a Moroccan meal, beginning with the renowned Moroccan mint tea. The class concludes with a dinner featuring your culinary masterpiece. The remainder of the evening is yours to leisurely explore and relish the vibrant ambiance of Marrakech.
La Mamounia

Meals: (BD)

Day 11 Marrakech
After breakfast, you will get to experience the traditional artisanal crafts with a workshop revolving around mosaics, or "zelige", which is featured in riads and traditional Moroccan homes. You will learn about the art of mosaic making, the different shapes and forms, and the raw materials involved, as well as the process of making and assembling the mosaics. You’ll both observe and get to try your hand at making parts of a mosaic tile, with your very own tile to take home afterwards! After an afternoon at leisure, strap on your helmet for a sidecar Sunset ride through the Ochre City ! With help from your expert driver, you can organize your own itinerary and route to see unique sites of Marrakech, from winding medina streets to neighborhoods dating back to the early 1900s. You can even plan a ride through the famous palm groves on the outskirts of Marrakech — all while sitting comfortably in a vintage sidecar!
La Mamounia

Meals: (B)

Day 12 Marrakech / Depart
As your adventure draws to a close, savor a final breakfast at your hotel before departing to the airport, taking with you cherished memories of "A Flavor of Morocco" – an exquisite journey of luxury, flavors, and cultures that will forever linger in your heart.


Meals: (B)

Featured Destinations
Dades Valley
Merzouga
Marrakech
Ouarzazate
Fes (Fez)
Rabat
Casablanca

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
01/02/2024 - 12/31/2024
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01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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