Travel to Morocco

Morocco

12 Days & 11 Nights

September 2 – September 14, 2023
May 24 – June 4, 2024

Prices from

$3,500/px

single & double occupancy available

Travel to Morocco

– Saffron, Wine & Thalasso –

Known for its fantastic cuisine, flavorful spices and collection teas, the beautiful country of Morocco is the destination of choice.

Our ‘Saffron, Wine and Thalasso’ (Massages) Tour will take you from the sea to the sand dunes as you explore the hidden gems of Morocco. This is a tour for road warriors as we will travel by road to all locations.

Sip and taste the most expensive spice in the world, the gourmet spice saffron, which you will find throughout the country. Pack light, in order to carry back wine from the second largest wine producing country in Africa and the Arab world. Relax and unwind as you receive four relaxing massage experiences throughout the tour.

Prepare for incomparable sunrises and sunsets and evenings of counting stars you never knew existed…This is Morocco.

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Day to Day Morocco Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrive in Casablanca & Transfer to Errachidia

Saturday – September 2, 2023

Friday – May 24, 2024

After landing at Casablanca Airport (CMN) – Mohammed V Airport, you will transfer to Errachidia.

After your arrival to Errachidia, your private Away to Africa driver will transport you to your accommodation. Unpack, then unwind with a welcome cocktail and dinner.

  Maison d’hôtes Sahara
  Casablanca
Away to Africa Camel Ride Morocco Merzouga-tours

DAY 2

Sand Dunes in Merzouga

Sunday – September 3, 2023

Saturday – May 25, 2024

After breakfast, drive two hours to Merzouga through the desert landscapes of Wadi Ziz. From Erfoud, the pink oasis town with 300,000 date palms, you will reach the sand dunes of Merzouga.

In the Erg Chebbi, a pure desert experience awaits you: admire the sunset on camelback amidst the sand dunes that are up to 100m high.

  Caravanserai Luxury Desert Camp
  Merzouga . Breakfast Included

DAY 3

Tafilalet Region & Tinghir

Monday – September 4, 2023

Sunday – May 26, 2024

Get up early (optional!) to watch the shadow play of the sunrise over the desert and the dunes. After breakfast, you will travel three hours to the the vast palm grove of the Tafilalet region.

We will visit a mausoleum and museum to learn more of the culture of the inhabitants of southern Morocco.

Upon your arrival in Tinghir, you can admire the famous palm grove and the Todra gorges, deeply cut into the rock and very winding.

Hôtel Tomboctou
  Tafilalet .
Breakfast Included

DAY 4

Hot Air Balloon across Todra Gorge

Tuesday – September 5, 2023

Monday – May 27, 2024

This morning you will start with a Hot Air Balloon ride overviewing the world-famous Todra Gorge with its up to 300m high rock walls.

You will explore nature with a short hike through the palm gardens and take a stroll through the old Ksar, now beautifully restored in parts, or explore the centre with its women’s alley.

  Hôtel Tomboctou
  Todra Gorge . Breakfast Included

DAY 5

Transfer to Errachidia and Hammam (Massage)

Wednesday – September 6, 2023

Tuesday – May 28, 2024

Today you will transfer two hours from Tinghir to Errachidia.

After settling into your lodging you will visit a public Hammam where you will you receive a scrub and full body massage.

Maison d’hôtes Sahara
  Errachidia .   Breakfast & Massage Included

DAY 6

Transfer Through Casablanca

Thursday – September 7, 2023

Wednesday – May 29, 2024

Today you will take a flight to Casablanca as we prepare to travel to Essaouira.

  Casablanca

DAY 7

Travel to Essaouira

Friday – September 8, 2023

thursday – May 30, 2024

After a varied scenic drive, first along the beautiful coastline, then into the hinterland, through argan trees and picturesque villages, you will reach Essaouira, the blue and white pearl of the Atlantic and one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco.

The old Portuguese city “Mogador” is an exciting place to explore easily on your own. Besides the beach and the sea, Essaouira (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004) offers a quiet medina with traditional handicrafts. In the narrow streets of the old town, you can watch carpenters making their fine wooden pieces.

  Riad Mimouna
  Essaouira . Breakfast Included

DAY 8

Free to Explore in Essaouira & Hammam

Saturday – September 9, 2023

Friday – May 31, 2024

Today you will have a free to day to roam and purchase souvenirs in this former Portuguese port city of ‘Mogador’.

With the beach and sea a stone throw away, Essaouira offers a quiet medina with traditional handicrafts. In the morning, the bustling port hosts a fish auction.

Discover the most important sites of this quiet town: the bastion of the port, the numerous old streets with their colorful shops, the houses partly built in sandstone, the numerous painters’ galleries, the Sqala of the Kasbah with its bronze cannons and its unobstructed view of the Atlantic.

Spend the rest of the day relaxing with another Hammam (Massage).

  Riad Mimouna
  Essaouira . Breakfast & Massage Included

DAY 9

Argan Oil, Wine Tasting & Transfer to Marrakech

Sunday – September 10, 2023

Saturday – June 1, 2024

After breakfast in your riad, depart to Marrakech on a three hour road trip. Since this land of Argan culture, you will have an opportunity visit to the women’s co-operative of Argan oil to experience how they extract the oil. End the afternoon with a wine tasting at Domaine Val d’argane.

After several stops to take photographs, you will continue your travel to Marrakech and check-in to your riad before we go to enjoy walking within the famous square of Jamaa Elfna, entertained with magicians, story tellers, musicians and snake charmers.

Riad Palais Sebban
  Marrakech . Breakfast Included
Away to Africa Jamaa El fna Morocco

DAY 10

Visit Marrakech

monday – September 11, 2023

Sunday – June 2, 2024

This morning you will discover more of the “Pearl of the South’, as you visit monuments and palaces such as: Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, Koutoubia, Souks,Jamaa El Fena.

Enjoy your third and final massage which includes a facial and scalp massage.

After Lunch at a restaurant near the square, you will walk through the souks and view hundreds of handicrafts. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to walk by yourself and see Marrakech as you like.

Riad Palais Sebban
  Marrakech . Breakfast Included

DAY 11

Anima, Paradis du Safran & Massage

Tuesday – September 12, 2023

monday – June 3, 2024

Nestled in the foothills of the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, Anima Garden is a space designed by multimedia artist André Heller. Surprising sculptures of magical characters are hidden amongst the shady pathways and flowerbeds filled with wildflowers, cacti, water features, palm trees and tall grass.

Next you will transfer to the aromatic organic garden, “Paradis du Safran”, containing the medicinal plant Saffron. In this biological saffron garden you will take you on a walk to learn all about saffron and medicinal and aromatic plants that berbers use and still use as medicinal herbs. At 16h30 drives back to Marrakech for your third and last massage which is a facial and scalp massage.

Enjoy your last evening in Morocco replaying new memories made!

Riad Palais Sebban
  Ourika Valley .   Breakfast, Love & massage Included

DAY 12

Depart Mama Afrika

Wednesday – September 13, 2023

Tuesday – June 4, 2024

Take time and reflect on your visit to Mama Afrika while enjoying a signature, departure breakfast. Afterwards we will head to the airport for your departure home.

  Traveling

“Even the loftiest of mountains begins on the ground.”

– MOROCCAN PROVERB

Your Investment

WE offer flexible & custom payment plans
contact us for a quote with flights included

Single room for one person. Couples are considered double occupancy.

September 2 – 13, 2023

$4,000/pp

May 24 – June 4, 2024

$4,000/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

One room with two beds. Paired travelers will share a room.*

September 2 – 13, 2023

$3,500/pp

May 24 – June 4, 2024

$3,500/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

*If booking a double room as a solo traveler we will attempt to pair you with another solo traveler. If we’re unable to match within 60 days of tour, you must upgrade and pay a single traveler supplement (single occupancy).*

Included

Our tour to Morocco includes enjoying diverse cultural expeditions throughout the country based on single/double occupancy ensuite for all lodging.

  • Swag Bag including our ‘I Met God’ T-shirt upon arrival
  • All Lodging Accommodations.
  • Specified Meals throughout the entire tour.
  • An Away to Africa Tour Representative that travels with you 100% of the time on the ground during the duration of the tour.
  • All Transportation Costs which includes Personal Driver and Airport Pickup & Drop-off.
  • Entry Fees into all Excursions and all lounges we attend as a group.

Not Included

  • International Round Trip Flight Add-On is available for each departure.
  • Required travel documentation (Valid Passport &/or Visa).
  • Parties and Events not included in package.
  • Transport outside of tours.
  • Gratuities for Guides & Drivers.
  • Travel Insurance (More Info About Insurance).*affiliate link*
  • Hotel Room Charges, Personal Telephone Calls on Hotel Phones & Laundry.
  • Souvenirs & Snacks, Lunch, Dinner & Alcoholic drinks.
  • DAY 1

    Arrive in Casablanca & Transfer to Errachidia

    Saturday – September 2, 2023

    Friday – May 24, 2024

    After landing at Casablanca Airport (CMN) – Mohammed V Airport, you will transfer to Errachidia.

    After your arrival to Errachidia, your private Away to Africa driver will transport you to your accommodation. Unpack, then unwind with a welcome cocktail and dinner.

      Maison d’hôtes Sahara
      Casablanca
    Away to Africa Camel Ride Morocco Merzouga-tours

    DAY 2

    Sand Dunes in Merzouga

    Sunday – September 3, 2023

    Saturday – May 25, 2024

    After breakfast, drive two hours to Merzouga through the desert landscapes of Wadi Ziz. From Erfoud, the pink oasis town with 300,000 date palms, you will reach the sand dunes of Merzouga.

    In the Erg Chebbi, a pure desert experience awaits you: admire the sunset on camelback amidst the sand dunes that are up to 100m high.

      Caravanserai Luxury Desert Camp
      Merzouga . Breakfast Included

    DAY 3

    Tafilalet Region & Tinghir

    Monday – September 4, 2023

    Sunday – May 26, 2024

    Get up early (optional!) to watch the shadow play of the sunrise over the desert and the dunes. After breakfast, you will travel three hours to the the vast palm grove of the Tafilalet region.

    We will visit a mausoleum and museum to learn more of the culture of the inhabitants of southern Morocco.

    Upon your arrival in Tinghir, you can admire the famous palm grove and the Todra gorges, deeply cut into the rock and very winding.

    Hôtel Tomboctou
      Tafilalet .
    Breakfast Included

    DAY 4

    Hot Air Balloon across Todra Gorge

    Tuesday – September 5, 2023

    Monday – May 27, 2024

    This morning you will start with a Hot Air Balloon ride overviewing the world-famous Todra Gorge with its up to 300m high rock walls.

    You will explore nature with a short hike through the palm gardens and take a stroll through the old Ksar, now beautifully restored in parts, or explore the centre with its women’s alley.

      Hôtel Tomboctou
      Todra Gorge . Breakfast Included

    DAY 5

    Transfer to Errachidia and Hammam (Massage)

    Wednesday – September 6, 2023

    Tuesday – May 28, 2024

    Today you will transfer two hours from Tinghir to Errachidia.

    After settling into your lodging you will visit a public Hammam where you will you receive a scrub and full body massage.

    Maison d’hôtes Sahara
      Errachidia .   Breakfast & Massage Included

    DAY 6

    Transfer Through Casablanca

    Thursday – September 7, 2023

    Wednesday – May 29, 2024

    Today you will take a flight to Casablanca as we prepare to travel to Essaouira.

      Casablanca

    DAY 7

    Travel to Essaouira

    Friday – September 8, 2023

    thursday – May 30, 2024

    After a varied scenic drive, first along the beautiful coastline, then into the hinterland, through argan trees and picturesque villages, you will reach Essaouira, the blue and white pearl of the Atlantic and one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco.

    The old Portuguese city “Mogador” is an exciting place to explore easily on your own. Besides the beach and the sea, Essaouira (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004) offers a quiet medina with traditional handicrafts. In the narrow streets of the old town, you can watch carpenters making their fine wooden pieces.

      Riad Mimouna
      Essaouira . Breakfast Included

    DAY 8

    Free to Explore in Essaouira & Hammam

    Saturday – September 9, 2023

    Friday – May 31, 2024

    Today you will have a free to day to roam and purchase souvenirs in this former Portuguese port city of ‘Mogador’.

    With the beach and sea a stone throw away, Essaouira offers a quiet medina with traditional handicrafts. In the morning, the bustling port hosts a fish auction.

    Discover the most important sites of this quiet town: the bastion of the port, the numerous old streets with their colorful shops, the houses partly built in sandstone, the numerous painters’ galleries, the Sqala of the Kasbah with its bronze cannons and its unobstructed view of the Atlantic.

    Spend the rest of the day relaxing with another Hammam (Massage).

      Riad Mimouna
      Essaouira . Breakfast & Massage Included

    DAY 9

    Argan Oil, Wine Tasting & Transfer to Marrakech

    Sunday – September 10, 2023

    Saturday – June 1, 2024

    After breakfast in your riad, depart to Marrakech on a three hour road trip. Since this land of Argan culture, you will have an opportunity visit to the women’s co-operative of Argan oil to experience how they extract the oil. End the afternoon with a wine tasting at Domaine Val d’argane.

    After several stops to take photographs, you will continue your travel to Marrakech and check-in to your riad before we go to enjoy walking within the famous square of Jamaa Elfna, entertained with magicians, story tellers, musicians and snake charmers.

    Riad Palais Sebban
      Marrakech . Breakfast Included
    Away to Africa Jamaa El fna Morocco

    DAY 10

    Visit Marrakech

    monday – September 11, 2023

    Sunday – June 2, 2024

    This morning you will discover more of the “Pearl of the South’, as you visit monuments and palaces such as: Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, Koutoubia, Souks,Jamaa El Fena.

    Enjoy your third and final massage which includes a facial and scalp massage.

    After Lunch at a restaurant near the square, you will walk through the souks and view hundreds of handicrafts. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to walk by yourself and see Marrakech as you like.

    Riad Palais Sebban
      Marrakech . Breakfast Included

    DAY 11

    Anima, Paradis du Safran & Massage

    Tuesday – September 12, 2023

    monday – June 3, 2024

    Nestled in the foothills of the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, Anima Garden is a space designed by multimedia artist André Heller. Surprising sculptures of magical characters are hidden amongst the shady pathways and flowerbeds filled with wildflowers, cacti, water features, palm trees and tall grass.

    Next you will transfer to the aromatic organic garden, “Paradis du Safran”, containing the medicinal plant Saffron. In this biological saffron garden you will take you on a walk to learn all about saffron and medicinal and aromatic plants that berbers use and still use as medicinal herbs. At 16h30 drives back to Marrakech for your third and last massage which is a facial and scalp massage.

    Enjoy your last evening in Morocco replaying new memories made!

    Riad Palais Sebban
      Ourika Valley .   Breakfast, Love & massage Included

    DAY 12

    Depart Mama Afrika

    Wednesday – September 13, 2023

    Tuesday – June 4, 2024

    Take time and reflect on your visit to Mama Afrika while enjoying a signature, departure breakfast. Afterwards we will head to the airport for your departure home.

      Traveling

    “Even the loftiest of mountains begins on the ground.”

    – MOROCCAN PROVERB

    Your Investment

    WE offer flexible & custom payment plans
    contact us for a quote with flights included

    Single room for one person. Couples are considered double occupancy.

    September 2 – 13, 2023

    $4,000/pp

    May 24 – June 4, 2024

    $4,000/pp

    DEPOSIT $250

    For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

    Custom Payment plans available at booking

    One room with two beds. Paired travelers will share a room.*

    September 2 – 13, 2023

    $3,500/pp

    May 24 – June 4, 2023

    $3,500/pp

    DEPOSIT $250

    For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

    Custom Payment plans available at booking

    *If booking a double room as a solo traveler we will attempt to pair you with another solo traveler. If we’re unable to match within 60 days of tour, you must upgrade and pay a single traveler supplement (single occupancy).*

    Included

    Our tour to Morocco includes enjoying diverse cultural expeditions throughout the country based on single/double occupancy ensuite for all lodging.

    • Swag Bag including our ‘I Met God’ T-shirt upon arrival
    • All Lodging Accommodations.
    • Specified Meals throughout the entire tour.
    • All Domestic Flights Included
    • An Away to Africa Tour Representative that travels with you 100% of the time on the ground during the duration of the tour.
    • All Transportation Costs which includes Personal Driver and Airport Pickup & Drop-off.
    • Entry Fees into all excursions and all lounges we attend as a group.

    Not Included

  • International Round Trip Flight Add-On is available for each departure.
  • Required travel documentation (Valid Passport &/or Visa).
  • Parties and Events not included in package.
  • Transport outside of tours.
  • Gratuities for Guides & Drivers.
  • Travel Insurance (More Info About Insurance).*affiliate link*
  • Hotel Room Charges, Personal Telephone Calls on Hotel Phones & Laundry.
  • Souvenirs & Snacks, Lunch, Dinner & Alcoholic drinks.
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