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Moroccan Discovery
Operated by Bunnik Tours
Tripcode: 983
Overview
Destination:
Morocco,
Start:Casablanca, Morocco
Finish:Rabat, Morocco
Finish:Rabat, Morocco
Duration:20 days
Type:Group tour (max 20)
Travel Period
May 2025 - October 2025
From the stunning High Atlas Mountains to buzzing medinas and vast desert expanses, there is no doubt that Morocco is one of the most diverse and intriguing countries in the world. Explore the melting pot of African, Arabic and European cultures, stay in a traditional kasbah and visit a desert oasis on this small group tour.
Standard inclusions
Sightseeing
Mesmerising Morocco
- Stroll through Casablanca's Central Market
- See the impressive Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Visit Quartier Habous
- Explore the resort town of Essaouira
- Feel the buzz of Marrakesh's Jemaa-el-Fnaa Square
- Visit the 16th century monument site of the Saadian Tombs
- Explore the stunning Jardin Marjorelle
- See Marrakesh's 19th century Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque
- Take part in a traditional cooking class in a traditional riad
- Wander through the streets of Ait-Ben Haddou
- Visit the Kasbah of Taoirt in Ouarzazate
- Stay in a traditional Moroccan guesthouse in the oasis town of Skoura
- Explore Skoura with a sightseeing tour
- Try your hand at Morrocan calligraphy in a workshop
- Travel through the vast desert to Merzouga
- Spend a night in a deluxe camp within the Sahara Desert
- Watch the sunset and sunrise over the Sahara
- Stay in a traditional Kasbah in Merzouga
- Experience the warm Moroccan hospitality in the small village of Khamlia
- Enjoy lunch under the shade of palm trees in the Tissirdmine Oasis
- Visit the quaint village of Midelt
- Navigate through the Medina of Fez el Bali
- Visit a tannery in Fez
- Explore Meknes
- Visit the impressive archaeological site of Volubilis
- Enjoy a baking demonstration at a traditional guesthouse
- Fall in love with Chefchaouen
- Walk to a stunning lookout point over Chefchaouen
- Enjoy a city tour of Rabat
Travel
- Return economy-class flights from Australia to Morocco. Taxes included
- Airport transfers on the first and last day of tour
- All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
Accommodation
- 11 nights in 4 star hotels
- 2 nights in a Moroccan guest house, Skoura
- 1 night in a deluxe camp in the Sahara Desert, near Merzouga
- 1 night in a traditional Kasbah, Merzouga
- 2 nights in a Moroccan guest house, Chefchaouen
Properties include:
- ONOMO Hotel Casablanca City Center, Casablance
- Le Médina Essaouira Hotel, Essaouria
- Hotel Opera Plaza, Marrakesh
- Dar Panorama Guesthouse, Skoura
- Bivouac La Belle Étoile Camp, Sahara Desert
- Kasbah Hotel Tombouctou, Merzouga
- Barceló Fès Medina, Fez
- Auberge Dardara, Chefchaouen
- Diwan M Gallery, Rabat
Hotels listed are an indication and are subject to change without notice.
Double for Single Use: Please note the single supplement you pay on our tours entitles you to sole use of a room. A double for single use room is larger than a traditional single room offered in Europe. Often these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.
Meals
- 17 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 9 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners
- Meal highlight:
- Marrakesh, enjoy a cooking lesson in a Moroccan riad and enjoy the food we’ve prepared for lunch
Tour Guides
- English-speaking locally based tour director
- English-speaking locally based guides
Porterage
- Porterage included where available
Some things to note
- Ramadan is observed in Morocco from 28 February to 31 March 2025
- The optional hot air balloon ride has an early start of approx. 5am, so warm clothes are essential, The Berber breakfast is in lieu of hotel breakfast, and you will return to the hotel in time for any included sightseeing.
- Your accommodation in Skoura and Chefchaouen are in guest houses. Typically small Inns, they are usually located in rural locations and are built in a traditional Moroccan or Berber style, which offer a simple and homely atmosphere.
Optional Excursions:
All optional excursions are based on minimum participants and are subject to availability. The length of optional excursions advised is an approximate only. Optional excursions can be booked on tour directly with your Tour Director or guide. We recommend arranging the booking at the beginning of the tour to avoid disappointment. Please note some optional excursions may also be available on multiple or alternate days. Prices are a guide only and are subject to change without prior notice. Payment by cash is preferred as there are no guarantees that credit card facilities will be available. Please check with your Tour Director or guide locally for information relating to this. Credit card fees and exchange rates are at the discretion of your bank.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1 - Depart Australia
Day 1 - Depart Australia
Day 2 - Arrive Casablanca
‘Ahlan Wa Sahlan’ to Casablanca, Morocco's largest and most modern city, made famous by the movie of the same name starring Humphrey Bogart.
We don’t want you to miss out on any aspect of your small group tour. To ensure that you don’t, we recommend you arrive at your hotel by 4.00pm
This evening we’ll meet your fellow travellers and Tour Director for a welcome drink.
Day 3 - Casablanca
Today we explore the busy streets of Casablanca and acquaint ourselves with its European-influenced architecture along the Ain Diab Esplanade and in the Central Market. We’ll visit the Hassan II Mosque – the largest in Morocco and second largest in the world.
After some free time for lunch, we’ll tour the Quartier Habous, laid out by the French in the 1920s.
Tonight, we’ll enjoy a group welcome dinner at a typical Moroccan restaurant.
Day 4 - Casablanca - Essaouira
This morning we depart for Essaouira, a charming town on Morocco’s Atlantic coast that was once the old Portuguese city of Mogador. The city was strengthened by a French architect who was a follower of Vauban. Combine these influences and the result is the very attractive and picturesque town it is today. Over time more and more artists have flocked to Essaouira, making it a fascinating place to visit.
On arrival, the rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure and begin acquainting yourself with the city.
Day 5 - Essaouira
We’ll begin our day of sightseeing at the city’s port to experience the lively atmosphere as the boats come in and fish are sold. It’s one of the most animated spots in town and a spectacle not to be missed!
We’ll then discover the ‘Door of the Navy’, built in year 1184 of the Hegira (Hegira is the journey of Islamic prophet Mohammed from Mecca to Yathrib/Medina which is believed to have happened in AD 622) to connect the city with the port.
Place Moulay el-Hassan, and a stroll through the town’s colourful Kasbah are also on the agenda for today.
Day 6 - Essaouira - Marrakesh
Travelling inland, we make our way to the magical ‘Rose City’ of Marrakesh. Marrakesh is one of the four Imperial Cities of Morocco and was founded in the 11th century by the Berber dynasty Almoravid. It soon became the capital of the Islamic Empire that stretched as far as Spain and western Africa. During the rule of Yousef Ben Tachfine, Marrakesh was blessed with fine gardens, palaces, mosques and legendary walls, and was influenced by the Almoravid conquest of southern Spain. Morocco was colonised by the French in the 20th century and the strong influences from these countries can be felt today.
Special Experience
We experience the atmosphere of Marrakesh’s main square, Jemaa el-Fnaa, as we pass through a wondrous mix of food, music and entertainment, getting a taste of this lively city.
We’ll experience a real taste of Morocco at dinner, complete with dancers and musicians, in a local restaurant
Day 7 - Marrakesh
The red royal city of Marrakesh is the real heartbeat of Morocco, set within sight of the snowy peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. Our entire day is dedicated to sightseeing here.
First, we visit the 16th century monument site of the Saadian Tombs which remained sealed until 1917 when they were rediscovered. The tombs are brilliantly decorated with intricate carvings, colourful tiles and Arabic scripts.
We’ll then continue to the aristocratic Bahia Palace which functions as a Royal residence and see the Koutoubia Mosque, considered a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. Its minaret is even a reference point for international architecture – the 12th century 70-metre-high tower is the prototype for Seville’s La Giralda and Rabat’s Le Tour Hassan.
Our last stop is a visit to the enchanting Jardin Marjorelle, gifted to the city by famous French fashion designer, Yves Saint Laurent.
Day 8 - Marrakesh
Special Experience
We’ll take a cooking lesson in a beautiful Moroccan riad, then enjoy the food we’ve prepared for lunch.
The afternoon is at leisure to explore at your own pace. Why not shop for carpets and crafts in the city’s labyrinth of souks?
Optional Excursion
Hot Air Balloon Ride. Embark on an unforgettable journey across the enchanting landscapes of Morocco, offering a unique perspective on the country's marvels as panoramic views of the majestic Atlas Mountains unfold beneath you. Includes return transfers, a flight of approx. 60 minutes, and a Berber breakfast. From Euro 230pp (minimum 2 people)
Day 9 - Marrakesh - Skoura
Today we make our way to Skoura in the Ouarzazate province via the scenic Atlas Mountains and the twisting Tizi n’Tichka pass. Ouarzazate is also a noted film-making location with films such as Lawrence of Arabia, The Mummy, Gladiator and Kingdom of Heaven shot here.
En route, we stop in the picturesque, fortified Berber village or ‘ksar’ of Ait Ben Haddou. A traditional Mud Brick city, and a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture, the town is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Once we arrive in Ouarzazate, we visit the majestic structures of Tifeltoute and Taourirt Kasbahs, considered to be among the most beautiful in Morocco, before we continue to Skoura.
Day 10 - Skoura
This morning we stop at the famous palm grove of Skoura, one of the few that is still inhabited and cultivated in Morocco. We’ll then visit 17th century wonder of Kasbah Amridil, which appears on Morocco’s 50-dirham note. Amridil is a living museum, showcasing typical life in a Kasbah over the centuries. A local pottery is also on the agenda for today, where we’ll get to see gorgeous locally made handicrafts.
After lunch we’ll take part in a traditional calligraphy workshop with a local artisan using the typical reed pen.
Day 11 - Skoura - Merzouga
The town of Merzouga is often referred to as the ‘Jewel of the Sahara’ and is the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. The dunes are among the largest in Morocco and measure up to 160 metres high.
We depart Skoura through the Dades Valley, continuing past Erfoud, on the edge of the majestic Sahara Desert. We then make our way into the vast Erg Chebbi dunes before arriving in Merzouga.
Special Experience
Immerse yourself in the serenity of desert life, spending a night in a deluxe camp nestled in the dunes of the Sahara Desert.
Whilst staying overnight in the desert camp, we will be able to take in spectacular views of the natural landscape as the sun sets over the golden slopes.
Day 12 - Merzouga
An early start this morning, we’ll set off to experience the breathtaking sunrise over the sweeping sands of the Sahara Desert. Witness the morning colours change as the sun rises over the dunes, before returning to the camp for breakfast.
After breakfast we depart in a 4WD for Khamlia, a small desert village where we’ll enjoy a cup of Moroccan tea in a traditional home setting with local Gnaoua music as entertainment. Gnaoua music (or Gnawa music as it is also known) is a combination of Berber, Sufi and sub-Saharan African religious songs and rhythms with acrobatic dancing.
We’ll also visit the mines in Memphis before continuing onto the traditional artists’ village of Tissirdmine for lunch amongst the palms.
The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to relax and enjoy the kasbah.
Day 13 - Merzouga - Fez
Fez is arguably the symbolic heart of Morocco, set in the gentle rolling countryside of the mid Atlas Mountains. The World Heritage-listed medina of Fez el-Bali (old Fez) is one of the largest living medieval cities in the world, and its gates and walls are magnificent.
En route to Fez we cross the desert again and make our way to the small village of Midelt, driving through the spectacular wooded Middle Atlas Mountains. Midelt is a market town and former French administrative post and is also one of Morocco's principal cities for the mining of several minerals. Here we’ll stop and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Sit back and enjoy the mountainous scenery this afternoon as we continue to Fez, one of the oldest Imperial Cities. Fez is also a great place to purchase beautifully decorated ceramics, make sure you barter though!
Day 14 - Fez
We spend the day discovering the sights of this unique city. This morning we visit the famous Medina, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1981. Here the narrow lanes and colourful traders make for some fantastic photo opportunities. We see the souks with the myriads of craftsmen, the famous tanneries and carpet stalls.
Our sightseeing in the Medina includes the Karaouine Mosque and the fountains of Carpenter's Square. The Mosque is one of the oldest of its kind in the western Muslim world and does not allow non-Muslims to enter, so the best place to view this magnificent building is from the top of Medersa Attarine (when open).
We’ll also visit the famous ancient old operation tannery, processing the hides of sheep and goat in stone vessels filled with a range of colourful dyes.
The rest of the evening is at leisure for you to explore.
Day 15 - Fez – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
From Fez we head north to Morocco’s smallest imperial city, Meknes, founded in the 11th century. Quieter and smaller than Fez, it’s also more laid-back but still has the winding narrow Medina streets and grand buildings of an imperial city. Here we’ll enjoy an orientation tour of the old city known as the ‘Versailles of Morocco’ and see the old medina, Royal Stables and the Bab el Mansour Gate.
Next we continue to the ancient archaeological site of Volubilis. UNESCO World Heritage-listed Volubilis is a partly excavated Roman city, developed from the 3rd century BC as a Phoenician settlement. Volubilis was a central administrative city for this part of Roman Africa, responsible for grain production and exports to Rome.
Volubilis is in stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh’s Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. Here it is quiet and free from the hordes of locals and tourists, providing the perfect opportunity to stop and reflect whilst soaking up the impressive Roman ruins and preserved mosaics. After a guided tour, we return to Fez.
Day 16 - Fez - Chefchaouen
After a morning at leisure we travel to the town of Chefchaouen, undoubtedly one of the prettiest in Morocco, washed with hundreds of shades of blue.
Special Experience
In Morocco, many neighbourhoods have a communal oven where the local women bring their dough to bake bread. We’ll learn how this traditional bread is made in a demonstration.
Tonight, we arrive at our accommodation and enjoy a stay in an authentic guest house. Typically, a small Inn, the guest house is located in a remote area and is built in a traditional Moroccan or Berber style, which offers a homely atmosphere.
Day 17 - Chefchaouen
Today we’ll explore the town’s picturesque streets on foot. Wandering the streets is an indulgence for the senses – the variety of colours from different wares and shops contrast with the dazzling blue buildings. This town is also the perfect place to shop for souvenirs such as woven blankets and wool that are not commonly available elsewhere in Morocco.
The rest of the day is at leisure for you to experience the delights of this stunning town at your own pace. There is an option to walk with your Tour Director towards a stunning lookout point over the town and surrounding mountains.
Challenging Day
Today is a particularly challenging day, where there will be extended periods of walking time, often across uneven ground and in areas of high altitude or heat and humidity.
Day 18 - Chefchaouen – Rabat
We continue to Rabat today, the capital of Morocco. While smaller than many of the other cities we’ve visited, it certainly has plenty of charm. From palm-lined boulevards in the ville nouvelle to an ancient walled medina, you’ll find less tourists but the same vibrant culture.
We enjoy a city tour here, first visiting the Kasbah of the Oudayas which illustrates the Islamic and French colonial heritage of the city. We’ll also see the medina, Mohamed V Mausoleum and the iconic Hassan Tower, a 12th century minaret that overlooked the remains of a mosque.
Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure before our group farewell dinner at a local restaurant tonight.
Day 19 - Rabat - Depart Casablanca
Our tour concludes after breakfast this morning. We bid farewell to our new friends and to mesmerising Morocco. We hope you leave with the memories of a lifetime.
Day 20 - Arrive Australia
Day 20 - Arrive Australia
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With over 25 years experience and a multitude of industry awards, Bunnik Tours' overarching aim remains simple: to provide a better way for travellers to see the world. We do this by creating a series of unique holiday experiences: - Small group tours of no more than 20 passengers, specifically designed to capture the essence of the places we visit. Tours that provide the perfect balance between organised sightseeing and free time for independent discovery. Holidays that visit the famous attractions but also wander off the usual tourist trail. Complete and stress-free tour packages with accommodation, guides, tipping, and meals included (and much more!). Independent travel packages are a flexible way to visit one or more destinations. They can also be added onto our small group tours for a unique experience! A strong belief in responsible travel and sustainable tourism. We have always been a family of travellers at heart, exploring the world around us with equal parts wonder, good humour and curiosity. As a family business we understand that our family's name and reputation is at stake every time we sell a holiday. We take your trust very seriously and look forward to the day when we can help you explore the world. Dennis Bunnik is the chair of the Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) and we are actively involved in helping to improve the overall professionalism of the travel industry. Discover our passion for this incredible planet and its inhabitants, and experience your tour the ‘Bunnik Way’! - Dennis, Marion & Sacha Bunnik
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