Northern Morocco: Chefchaouen, Fes & the Rif mountains
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Tour Itinerary
Admire the views of the "blue city" in Chefchaouen, Explore the Roman Ruins of Volubilis, all into the hustle and bustle of the Fes medina, Hike to the Imsfane Cathedral rock formation, Soak in the scenery while eating a picnic lunch.
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Day 1
Casablanca: An Immersion into MoroccoAllow your imagination to run wild, dreaming of kasbahs, medinas, and exotic lands as you make your way from the airport to the hotel. A bustling seaport, Casablanca is a mix of old and new with a blend of architectural styles and yet singularly Moroccan. We welcome you to Morocco, and invite you to bring your imagination to life as you explore the country's diverse landscapes and delicious food.
Transport: Sit back and scan the scenery during your included arrival transfer.
Activity: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodation: Grand Mogador Hotel Casablanca (or similar)
Meals: Dinner -
Day 2
Chefchauoen: The "Blue City"See the landscapes change as you head north, past farmland and through small villages and watch for large stork nests on the tops of buildings and mosques. Fall in love at once with the charm of Chefchauoen as you arrive with picturesque alleyways and shades of blue in all directions.
Activity: Begin your time in Chefchaouen with a CEO-led walk around the town and stroll through the mesmerizing streets where beauty seems to appear around every corner in a place adorned in shades of blue.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel Esmeralda Chefchaouen (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 3
Chefchauoen: Your OMG DayLet your interests and energy level guide you today as you have the choice of 2 fantastic and different hikes in the Rif Mountains. The range is known for its narrow valleys, rivers and waterfalls with incredible views and lush scenery. There are so many great hiking options and we've picked our two favourites for you to choose from, both of which allow you to experience local culture and dramatic views.
Free Time: Spend a free afternoon on your own in Chefchaouen. Discover the Medina, wander the blue alleys, and try more specialties of the region at the local market, like goat cheese. Visit the Kasbah of Chefchaouen, a treasure trove of cultural heritage in Morocco. As the day begins to close opt to go with your CEO and watch the sun set from the Spanish Mosque.
Activity: Option 1: Lace up your hiking boots and trek through the Rif Mountains, passing small waterfalls on the way to the Spanish Mosque where there will be panoramic views of Chefchaouen. As you continue through the mountains you will pass plantations and will stop in at a local gîte for a delicious lunch. You will eat in the guest house owned by a family and will be served tea and a traditional meal. Option 2: Begin this hike from Akchour and head towards the grand waterfall. Trek through scenic landscapes of cedar forests, rugged gorges, cascading waterfalls, and see the inspiring "God's Bridge". This natural stone arch spans gracefully over the nearby river. The hike to the top of the falls will take about two hours. There will be a 30-minute break at the top and time to jump in for a swim if you'd like, then the final stretch to "God's Bridge." This is the spot where the group will have a picnic lunch. *Note that in the hot summer months this waterfall may be dry*
Accommodation: Hotel Esmeralda Chefchaouen (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 4
Fes: Volubilis and MeknesMorocco is a land of beautiful landscapes and today as you make your way from the Rif mountains to the plains of Fes you'll experience why. Pass through traditional villages and lush farmland, see rural life unfold as you prepare yourself for the next experience, ready to discover Roman ruins and Imperial cities.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Activity: Listen to a certified local guide explain life in the Roman Empire at this UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the impressive, well-preserved Roman ruins. Peer into old bathhouses, marvel at the still-present mosaic floors, and gaze up at towering marble pillars. Hear stories about life in this Roman city that will leave you in awe of just how far their empire stretched.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Volubilis and Meknès with a stop at Planeterra project (AFER).
Activity: Enjoy a G Adventures-supported traditional lunch that benefits rural Moroccan women and children. This G Adventures lunch program provides access to education opportunities and healthcare services. The proceeds from this lunch program help support vocational training for rural women, allowing them to support their families and children. Enjoy a traditional home-cooked Moroccan meal and meet some of the women that are part of this program.
Activity: Enjoy a guided visit of the Imperial City of Meknes. The least visited of the Imperial cities; Meknes has a unique feel to it. Visit the Bab Mansour historic landmark, and 18th-century Bab El Khmiss, the ornamental gate to the city. Wander the bustling souk to browse the vast array of clothes, spices, handicrafts, and of course food. The visit also includes stops at Dar Jamai: The National Museum of Music and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Nour Plazza Fes (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 5
Fes: The MedinaWalking through the maze-like medina in Fes is like stepping back in time. Brush shoulders with the locals going about their shopping as people here have done for the past thousand years. Make way for the occasional donkey and embrace the frenetic energy within the market, it is beautiful chaos like nothing you've ever experienced.
Free Time: Spend a free evening on your own in Fès.
Activity: Follow a local guide through the Fès medina, one of the world's largest medinas with more than 9000 winding streets lying within 365 hectares. See buildings in the medina that date back to the 9th century; there are 350 mosques in the medina that are still in use today. Enter through one of the great gates into the chaos. Explore the artisans' quarters as well as the many carpenters, bakers, butchers, and spice sellers. Visit the mausoleum and the Al Qarawiyin University. A highlight of the tour is the view of the famous Fès tannery from the balcony of a leather shop, where you can observe the men hard at work treating and dyeing the different hides. Take some time to shop for leather goods before returning to your hotel.
Activity: Indulge in a delicious meal for lunch within the embrace of a charming Riad set within the ancient walls of the bustling Medina you just walked through.
Accommodation: Nour Plazza Fes (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 6
Bin El Ouidane: Through the Atlas MountainsAnother day of gorgeous scenery is on the menu. Wind your way from the plains back into the Middle Atlas mountains, an area not often explored by tourists, here you find a very authentic Morocco. Stop at viewpoints, villages and to stretch the legs with photo opportunities around every corner. You'll be amazed at the beauty of the lake as you approach Bin El Ouidane and settle into the serene lakeside hotel in the evening.
Activity: Stretch those limbs after travelling all day and partake in a sunset yoga practice at Bin El Ouidane.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle en route to Bin El Ouidane with stops along the way.
Activity: During the drive to Bin El Ouidane stop with your CEO to gather some fresh produce, bread, and other treats for a picnic lunch with the group. Enjoy your meal, take in the stunning views, share a moment of togetherness. The group will also make a stop at hidden gem, Ain Asserdoun, a natural spring boasting crystal-clear, azure waters.
Accommodation: Widiane Resort (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 7
Bin El Ouidane: Imsefrane CathedralImmerse yourself into the natural and beautiful landscapes on a hike to a massive natural rock formation resembling a cathedral. Sculpted over eons by wind and water, this geological wonder showcases the Earth's history, with layers of sedimentary rock narrating tales of ancient seas and shifting continents. Take yourself even deeper into the culture with a delicious lunch in a family home.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Activity: Hike to Cathédrale Imsfrane and marvel at a natural environment resembling a cathedral carved by nature. There are towering rock formations sculpted through time by wind and water. It's the perfect hike to ponder the history of Earth and think of tales of ancient seas and shifting continents. Cathedral Imsefrane provides not only a physical challenge but also a chance to connect with nature's tranquility as you breathe in the desert air. The hike is considered moderate and the path to the top is rocky terrain.
Activity: Sit down for tea and lunch in the home of a hospitable Berber family. After eating, you will learn traditional bread-making techniques from members of the local family and build a stronger understanding of the culture through their culinary heritage.
Activity: After arriving at the hotel head out on the water by kayak or boat to enjoy the lake during sunset.
Accommodation: Widiane Resort (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 8
Marrakech: Into the SoukAnother natural wonder awaits you at Ouzoud Waterfall on the way to the bustling city of Marrakech. Throw yourself into the city's ancient historical sector and the lively marketplace full of souvenirs, hopeful shopkeepers, and food stalls for you to practice your bargaining skills. Marrakech brims with energy, history and beautiful architecture and epitomizes Morocco's diversity in cultures, people and delicious food.
Activity: Travel to North Africa's highest multi-tiered waterfalls. At a height of 360ft (110m), the Ouzoud Falls are named after "the act of grinding grain" in Berber culture.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Activity: Enjoy a city tour visiting the souk to seek out colourful spices, the Saadian Tombs - a complex of sepulchers and mausoleums that house the remains of Saadian Sultan Ahmed Al Mansour Ed Dahb, and the grounds of Bahia Palace where you can marvel at the intricate decoration as you wander through the grand courtyard.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Kenzi Rose Garden Marrakech (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 9
MarrakechToday your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Morocco will live on.
Transport: You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport at the end of your adventure.
Activity: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
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8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
Private vehicle, walking
Your G for Good Moment: Mhaya Village Community Lunch, Meknès Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your OMG Day: Rif Mountain Hike or Akchour Hike, Chefchaouen Your Foodie Moment: Lunch with a Berber Family. Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. Orientation walk in Chefchauoen. Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Guided tour of Meknes. Walking tour through the historic medina of Fes including a visit to the tannery. Visit the Ain Asserdoun natural spring. Sunset yoga class in Bin El Ouidane. Hike to the Imsefrane Cathedral. Have lunch with a local Berber family and learn how to make their traditional bread. Set off in a kayak or a boat at sunset from Bin El Ouidane. Visit Ouzoud Waterfall. Marrakech medina guided walk including Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Farewell dinner. Departure transfer. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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- High-traffic areas will receive more frequent cleaning
- Hand-sanitizer or hand washing will be required every time you board the boat, as well as before and after meals
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- Use of local transportation will be limited wherever possible. Please reference the Trip Details for each individual tour for specifics
- If local transportation is used, precautions will be followed in adherence to local health and safety regulations to keep travellers safe and sound.
G Adventures has always carefully selected accommodation partners for high standards and local roots. Travelling in small groups means that the stay is in smaller hotels too, with fewer guests — which means less daily contact with others outside your group in public spaces. Now G Adventures is working with accommodation partners to optimize their health, safety and cleanliness procedures, as well as creating additional measures for physical distancing. Here are some of the things G Adventures is working on to help keep you safe:
- Daily deep cleaning and disinfecting of all surface areas inside your room with extra cleaning on light switches, door handles, TV remotes, and thermostats
- No hotel staff will enter your room after it has been cleaned
- Increased frequency of cleaning and disinfecting of all public restrooms and all surfaces in public areas. This might include the closure of public spaces such as gyms, bars, restaurants, and meeting rooms for periods throughout the day
- Wherever possible, groups will stay on the lower floors to limit elevator use
- Hotels will implement social distancing protocols in line with local regulations
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ActivitiesYou've always had freedom and flexibility to do your own thing on tours with optional activities and experiences. Now, you'll still have those options with added measures to keep you healthy and safe. All equipment for activities on tour, including hiking poles, camping supplies, life jackets, snorkels, etc., will be cleaned thoroughly at least once a day and disinfected between use. When travellers are responsible for putting up their own tents on camping itineraries, you will be given the supplies required to disinfect your gear. G Adventures will also do their best to make activities and highlights stops happen during non-peak hours, so you can have fun and feel safe no matter what you're doing.
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