Seeing most all of Morocco and wouldn’t bypass anything
Morocco | Jan 3 - Jan 16, 2024

Elizabeth
Elizabeth F.
Burlington, VT | Reviewed on Jan 18, 2024

Our guide Mohammed was sweet, ready to be helpful and answered all our questions. Our driver, Khalif’s was very skilled traveling the roads.

Hotel Reviews
Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca
Casablanca

Basic big hotel with all you need. The lounge on the 16th floor is a great place to sit.

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Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Quite the welcome with staff, decor and cookies. Big rooms and cool entry. Authentic Moroccan shoes as gifts.

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Orient Desert Camp
Merzouga

The welcome, the spacious tent with private bathroom, warm elegantly set dining room, very friendly men as hosts.

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Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Aït Ouffi

The three brothers who run this hotel are special. One a gourmet chef, one the welcome ambassador and the other as support. Sweet rooms, lovely dining room and a break from Ryad.

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Mattresses a bit too hard.
Riad Perle D'Eau
Essaouira

To have a room hanging almost over the water when it’s high tide is something you’ll never forget. Make certain to get a seaside room. Big bathroom and very light.

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Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

First Ryad. Very inviting, clean and friendly.

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Right in the middle of the old city.
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Riad Pachavana
Marrakech

This was a comfortable Ryad. I liked breakfast up on the terrace.

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Activity Reviews
A Journey of Colours: Exploring Volubilis, Moulay Idriss  & Meknes
A Journey of Colours: Exploring Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco

Not enough time to explore Chefchaouen

Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day
Fes

Very knowledgeable guide. We had to stop him after 5 hours. He was ready to keep going and we were beat!

Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Morocco

Our guide was very helpful. Only place we put on headscarves the entire two weeks.

A Taste of Tradition: Sharing Stories and Savory Delights at a Moroccan Home
A Taste of Tradition: Sharing Stories and Savory Delights at a Moroccan Home
Morocco

I appreciated exposure to a Moroccan home, family and the daughter who told us about her customs. Putting on the wedding costumes was fun.

Essaouira to Casablanca via Eljadida & Safi Coastal Route
Essaouira to Casablanca via Eljadida & Safi Coastal Route
Morocco
Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara
Morocco

We had high expectations and the camel trip lived up to it. Our guide was careful with the loading and unloading. He knew how to take some amazing photos at sunset. Riding a camel isn’t too hard!

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 Erg Chebbi  Desert adventure
Erg Chebbi Desert adventure
Morocco

I appreciated the openness of the locals to let us in and share a bit of their lifestyle. After we gave them a tip, one woman asked if she could join us to go to town. We heard she bought medicines and probably walked back across the desert 4-5 hours! Music was interesting.

Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge: Enchanting Valleys, Kasbahs, and Villages
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge: Enchanting Valleys, Kasbahs, and Villages
Morocco

Gorge was gorgeous. Ling drive to our hotel.

Guided Sightseeing in Marrakech
Guided Sightseeing in Marrakech
Marrakesh

Our guide was knowledgeable. He spent a lot of time educating us about the Jewish Arab warm relationship wherever we were in the tour.

Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure
Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure
Marrakesh

Never did this. Too full at lunch.

Coastal Beauty Awaits: Transfer from Marrakech to Enchanting Essaouira
Coastal Beauty Awaits: Transfer from Marrakech to Enchanting Essaouira
Morocco

Such a more laid back, less crowded Medina on the ocean. Immediate pleasure.

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Essaouira Revealed: An Immersive Guided Experience of History and Heritage
Essaouira Revealed: An Immersive Guided Experience of History and Heritage
Morocco

Our guide was wonderful. She was knowledgeable and personal. We kept to 3 1/2 hours but learned a lot.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Jan 19, 2024

Hi Elizabeth,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that Mohammed and Kailfa made your trip memorable. It warms our hearts to know that Mohammed was not only knowledgeable but also adept at answering your numerous questions, making your hours in the van enjoyable and informative.

Best,
Mohamed