Rajah Travel Corporation

Dining Summary

• 5 Dinner (D)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 2 Lunch (L)

Included Experience

• Marrakesh: Get to know this crazy but beautiful city, with a local to show you the hidden gems. Plus, more mosques, palaces and riads than your camera phone can handle. 
• Rabat: Stroll around the Moroccan capital and check out the Hassan Tower and Dar al-Makhzen: the official royal palace. (entry not included) 
• Chefchaouen: Morocco’s ‘blue pearl’ is one of the world’s most Instagrammable places. Marvel at the medina of turquoise, azure and sky blue.   
• Volubilis: See another side to colourful Morocco, as you explore the Ancient Roman ruins at this archaeological site. 
• Fes: Get to know the city through the eyes of a local. See the Medina, Royal Palace, and visit a co-operative for handmade carpets. 
• Merzouga: Saddle up and get ready for a sand-filled adventure atop an actual camel. A total bucket list moment! 
• Marrakesh: Step into the heart of the action in this bustling square. Get a taste of local life and do a bit of people watching. 

Make Travel Matter®

• Ouarzazate: Enjoy a traditional tea ritual with a nomad family. It’s a hallmark of Moroccan hospitality.   
• Todra Gorge: Nestled in the divine beauty of the Dades Valley, we'll meet the women of Tatefy to listen to their stories and enjoy their tea and cakes.
• Ouarzazate: Get to know the local women behind the production of Morocco’s ‘liquid gold’ and see the work being done by this social enterprise.

• Hotel El Andalous (or similar)
• Hotel Diwan (or similar)
• Hotel Madrid (or similar)
• Hotel Arena (or similar)
• Kasbah Tizimi Hotel Erfoud (or similar)
• Auberge La Caravane (or similar)
• Les Jardin De Ouarzazate (Or similar)

Hey there, Contiki Alumni & friends**. It's time to let our senses guide us as we arrive in the colourful city of Marrakesh. We'll meet and greet our travel crew before spending the evening enjoying North African aromas and spices ahead of a full day exploring tomorrow. **Please note this trip is available exclusively to Contiki Past Passengers, or those travelling with a Contiki Past Passenger, aged 35-45.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel El Andalous (or similar)

Today we'll get to explore the sights and sounds of Marrakesh on a sightseeing tour and discover what this city is all about. You'll be sure to discover the likes of Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadians Tomb, Jemaa El-Fna, and even have the chance to get a traditional Hammam Spa treatment. Then its time to move on to our next destination... Welcome the Casablanca, the iconic city of Hollywood legend. For our first adventure, we'll pay a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque, the largest functioning one in all of Africa.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Diwan (or similar)

Today we'll get to explore the elegant city of Casablanca and admire the Moorish buildings. We'll also wander the cornice and soak up all of those coastal views.  More astounding architectural sights are in store in Rabat, as we visit the Mohammed V Mausoleum, tour Hassan and see the gilded royal palace. We then make our way to Chefchaouen, keeping our eyes peeled for the iconic blue buildings. Cameras at the ready: we'll explore Chefchaouen's most iconic insta spot - the 'Blue City' - whilst also uncovering the likes of Place Outa Hamam, Kasbah, and the local markets.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Madrid (or similar)

After breakfast this morning, we’ll make our way to Fes… with a stop-off in Volubilis along the way. Welcome to Volubilis – once a Roman settlement, and Morocco’s largest ancient attraction to this day (it’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site). We’ll get to explore this marvellous site on a walking tour with a local guide. We'll travel through the Rif mountains to the cultural capital of Fes and check in to our hotel, ready for a full day of exploration tomorrow.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Arena (or similar)

Welcome to Fes, Morocco's famed cultural capital - known for its medieval architecture and old-world atmosphere. Today you'll see the sights while also learning about the art of making carpets, handicrafts and how to shop medina style. Tonight, we’re off for an optional Moroccan feast… with live entertainment too.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Arena (or similar)

Today we drive into the High Atlas Mountains, North Africa's highest mountain range as we make our way over to Erfoud. Expect to see some staggering peaks and breath-taking views, whilst making some pit stops in the gorgeous towns of Ifrane and Midelt, sitting between the Middle Atlas and High Atlas mountains. All before making base and enjoying some dinner in Erfoud, an oasis town situated in the mist of the Sahara Desert.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Kasbah Tizimi Hotel Erfoud (or similar)

Erfoud, it's been a blast, but move on we must! We'll be making a charming stop for a home visit where we'll enjoy local Berber hospitality and plenty of Moroccan mint tea. Back on the road but we'll be making a stop in Rissani for a lazy lunch and maybe a cheeky swim (just what we need)! We've arrived, but we're not stopping yet. Enjoy optional activities such as visiting the Barber Music Center for some culture, or quad biking through sand dunes for some epic fun. Then in the evening, we'll swap the coach out for some camels and trek into the Sahara Desert for some beautiful sunset views. For dinner you'll be treated to a traditional Berber feast inside the royal tent before settling in for the night.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Auberge La Caravane (or similar)

We're back on the road, and today it's time to unleash your inner Gladiator. After driving the iconic 1000 kasbahs and eating lunch at the beautiful oasis of Tinghir, we’ll head off to Todra Gorge. Here you’ll have the chance to do some hiking, and also try out rock climbing at Todra Gorge. Afterwards, you can visit Tatefy, a local women’s cooperative on the edge of the Dades Valley, known for its tea and baked goods (a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience). Once you're full and ready to go we will explore Ouarzazate - an iconic city you'll recognise from films including Kingdom of Heaven and Gladiator.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Les Jardin De Ouarzazate (Or similar)

It's the final full day and time to head back to Marrakesh. But first we'll enjoy some traditional treats, including stopping at a local traditional argan oil cooperative to learn the different techniques and traditional ways of producing this fragrant oil - which helps to support the ladies of the cooperative and their families (a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience). Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened. And besides, we're not done yet. Before you bid farewell to magical Morocco, you’ll have the chance to take a cooking class with a local family, and learn all about Moroccan hospitality – not to mention sampling your creations (a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience).

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel El Andalous (or similar)

You've seen the sights, tasted the culinary delights - It's been emotional! But all good things must come to an end. It's time for all the hugs and most likely a few tears as we bid a farewell and start planning the reunion!

Duration: 1 Day