12D Ultimate Morocco with Desert Safari

HIGHLIGHTS

Return economy class airfare with airport taxes & fuel charges

Accommodation, meals & transfers as per the itinerary

Licensed tour guide & driver

Sightseeing & admission fees as per itinerary

Complimentary basic travel insurance plan for Singapore citizens / residents / employment pass holders

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SINGAPORE - MARRAKECH

epart Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Marrakech.

DAY 2: MARRAKECH

Highlights:

Jemaa el-Fnaa

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

DAY 3: MARRAKECH

Highlights:

Mosque of Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, Djemaa El Fna Square, Majorelle Garden

Today, start your city tour of Marrakech at Jardin Majorelle and marvel at the exotic botanical specimens within boldly-coloured buildings that blend both Art Deco and Moorish influences. Next, visit the largest mosque in Marrakech, Koutoubia Mosque. Its stunning minaret dominates the skyline of Marrakech and can be seen from almost every approach to the city. Visit Bahia Palace, one of the masterpieces of Moroccan architecture and wander through the palace's ornate rooms and courtyards. Explore the lively cultural hub of Jemaa el-Fna Square, which has been recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site. Enjoy a horse carriage ride and spend some time exploring the Medina.

DAY 4: MARRAKECH - OUARZAZATE

Highlights:

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Atlas Film Studio, Tizi n’Tichka Pass

From Marrakech, continue via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass before descending past charming mountain villages, dense woods and green fields to Ouarzazate. Get your cameras ready as you stop at the village of Ait-Ben-Haddou, that boasts one of Morocco’s finest kasbah. The route concludes at Ouarzazate, a popular filming site in Morocco, where movies such as “Lawrence of Arabia”, “Star Wars” and “Games of Thrones” were filmed.

DAY 5: OUARZAZATE - GORGES OF TODRA - ERFOUD

Highlights:

Todgha Gorge, 4WD to Merzouga Desert, Camel ride, Sandboarding

Depart for Erfoud via Tinghir, where you can visit the craft centre or explore the small city before continuing to admire the breathtaking desert landscapes and oasis with fantastic palm groves. Visit Todgha Gorge, the narrow canyon where 300-metre-high cliffs drop to the river bed below. Next, arrive at the desert gate, Erfoud. Upon arrival, enjoy a 4WD to Merzouga Desert. Enjoy a camel ride and sandboarding, and admire the sunset in the desert.

DAY 6: ERFOUD - MIDELT - FEZ

Highlights:

Midelt

This morning, you will pass through a scenic forest of cedars and the Middle Atlas mountain range to the mineral mining city of Midelt. Continue to Fez, the country’s most enigmatic city with a rich cultural and artistic heritage. It was also the capital of the kingdom before 1912. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.

DAY 7: FEZ

Highlights:

The Royal Palace, The Mosque of Bouanania, University of Quaraouiyne, The El-Attarine medersa, The Fez Medina

Your city tour of Fez will include viewing the exterior of The Royal Palace though general public are barred from entering the Palace, but it is still an impressive sight even from outside. The Mosque of Bouanania built between 1350 and 1357, is the biggest in Fès, and the hallmark of Merenid architecture. The University of Quaraouiyne is one of the most imposing in Morocco. It houses a university which is thought to be the oldest in the world and which was founded in the middle of the 9th century at a time when theology, grammar and Koranic law were the basic subjects taught. The El-Attarine medersa, situated opposite it, is considered to be the most beautiful in the medina. Explore The Fez Medina with their typical bazaars which has been designated UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity Site. Wander through its souks and alleys which are unchanged since the Middle Ages. Old Fes is stereotypical exotic Morocco – narrow winding alleys, craft bazaars, food markets, mosques, madarsas (theological seminaries), dye-pits and tanneries. From a hill top one will be able to have a panoramic view of this old impressive city, and that what appeared to be a line of trees is actually a flourishing oasis.

DAY 8: FEZ - MEKNES - CHEFCHAOUEN

Highlights:

Bab Mansour, Place El Hedim Square

After breakfast, depart for Chefchaouen via Meknes. Considered to be one of the most beautiful gates in the world, Bab Mansour was constructed at the entrance of the imperial city in the beginning of the 18th century. Place El Hedim Square, located exactly between the old town and the imperial city, houses a covered market which becomes busy at dusk with fire-swallowers, storytellers, animal trainers and jugglers creating an atmosphere different from anything you are used to. After lunch, enjoy a walking tour of Chefchaouen, including the medina. Walking around the town with its whitewashed walls can be a nice change to the hustle and bustle of the cities of Marrakech and Fez. The waterfall to the east of the medina is a meeting point for local residents who come to cool off, chat and do their laundry. An old mosque on a hill behind the waterfall overlooks the medina and its crumbling tower offers great views of the town.

DAY 9: CHEFCHAOUEN - RABAT

Highlights:

Kasbah Oudayas, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower, Royal Palace

Head towards the imperial city of Rabat the administrative capital of the Kingdom. On arrival, embark on a visit to the Kasbah of the Udayas, a massive ancient fortress quarter built in the 12th century and its beautiful white and blue interior of Mediterranean flavour. Stop by the Mausoleum of Mohamed V and delight in the artistic design of the mosque, complete with detailed motifs and dazzling chandeliers. If time permit, you may wish to explore the surroundings at leisure.

DAY 10: RABAT - CASABLANCA

Highlights:

King Hassan II Mosque, Mohammed V Square

From Rabat continue to Casablanca, the economical capital. On arrival, embark on city tour with visit the impressive King Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Morocco which has the tallest minaret on the planet, followed by visit the exterior of The Royal Palace, the Mohammed V Square, drive through the residential area of Anfa and the Habous district. Tonight enjoy dinner at Casablanca’s famous Rick’s Cafe which the movie “Casablanca “were shot in this restaurant.

DAY 11: CASABLANCA - SINGAPORE

After breakfast, free at leisure for some last minute shopping before you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 12: ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE