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Morocco: Imperial Cities and Desert Kasbahs

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Morocco's imperial cities and desert kasbahs with this immersive tour. Begin in the vibrant city of Marrakech, then explore the historic streets of Casablanca and Rabat, where ancient and modern worlds collide. Delight in a traditional lunch with local women in M'Haya and savor dinner in a Moroccan riad in Fes. Experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert, with a sunset 4x4 adventure into the dunes. Discover the dramatic Todgha Gorge and the iconic Ait Benhadou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Conclude your adventure in Marrakech, exploring the enchanting Majorelle Gardens and bustling Djemaa El Fna Square. With a dedicated holiday director and a small group of like-minded travelers, this tour promises an intimate and enriching experience of Morocco's rich culture and stunning scenery. Enjoy the comfort of your own room with no single supplement, ensuring a personalized and memorable journey.

Highlights
  • Casablanca tour
  • Guided visit to the Imperial city of Rabat
  • Lunch with local women in rural M'Haya
  • Dinner in a traditional Moroccan riad
  • Sightseeing tour of Fes & the Medina
  • Sunset 4-wheel drive into the desert
  • Travel through Todgha Gorge & the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
  • Visit to Ait Benhadou Kasbah
  • Marrakech city tour
  • Explore the beautiful Majorelle Gardens
  • Small group travel style - Max 20 people on this tour
  • Your own room guaranteed & no single supplement
  • Dedicated Just You holiday director with you on the trip
Mode of Transport
Travel includes return flights from London, overseas transfers, and other transportation such as a 4-wheel drive into the desert, ensuring a seamless journey through Morocco's stunning landscapes.
Accommodation
Enjoy 9 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels, including a stay at the El Olivar Palace Marrakech and the Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Maadid, with a guaranteed twin or double room of your own.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
Optional activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Destinations
  • Africa
  • Morocco
Tour Types
  • Cultural
  • Small Group
  • Sightseeing
  • Walking
  • Gardens & Nature Tours
  • 4WD

Location: Marrakech

Today, you fly to Marrakech, one of Morocco's most dazzling cities. On arrival, we'll transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers over a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: El Olivar Palace Marrakech

Meals: Dinner

Location: Casablanca, Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, United Nations Square, Casablanca, Mohammed V Square, Casablanca, Royal Palace, Casablanca, Central Market, Casablanca, Habous Quarter, Casablanca

After breakfast today, we'll head for the fascinating city of Casablanca. Our sightseeing tour by coach will take in the medina – that's the old walled town, with its crooked lanes and shady squares – and the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, which is the country's largest. We'll also see the vast United Nations Square and the art deco-inspired Mohammed V Square, the imposing Royal Palace, the bustling central market and the Habous quarter, with its quaint French colonial buildings. <br/>Later, we'll gather for dinner this evening.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kenzi Basma

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Rabat, Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, Alaouite Shrine, M'haya, Fes

Rabat is our first destination today. The Moroccan capital is one of the four Imperial Cities and has a fascinating history being founded in the 12th Century and made the capital under French rule. We will learn about the old and the new Rabat as well as seeing Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan tower and the Alaouite shrine. <br/>En route to Fez we will stop in the rural village of M'haya and receive a warm welcome from a group of women who serve up a delicious traditional lunch. This organisation helps support the long-term job development of women in this area, with additional funds supporting health and education programs for a network of over 700 women and children. Later we travel to Fes for a two night stay.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Royal Mirage

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Fes

This morning, embark on a walking tour of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where treasures beckon around every corner. Admire the ancient buildings that date back to the 9th century in the company of an expert Local Guide, and explore the winding lanes, alleys, tanneries and artisan shops that make up one of the world's largest medinas. <br/>A highlight is the view of the famous Fes tannery from the balcony of a leather shop, where you can observe the men hard at work treating and dyeing the different hides. Maybe take some time to shop for leather goods with your travelling companions before we return to the hotel. This evening we'll have dinner in a traditional Moroccan residence - a riad - for a truly authentic experience.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Royal Mirage

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Errachidia, Erfoud

We're going to hit the road early this morning, as the spectacular scenery of the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert await us on this long and equally rewarding journey.<br/>We will stop in the charming town of Ifrane, known as Little Switzerland for it's Alpine style and location in the Middle Atlas Mountains. We'll have time for lunch in Midelt and on the way be treated to spectacular views of the High Atlas. We'll also break in the oasis town of Errachidia, before our final destination, a kasbah style hotel in Erfoud on the edge of the rose-gold Saharan dunes. We'll relax tonight and have dinner at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Maadid

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Erfoud, Sahara Desert

Today has been left free for you to relax and enjoy the facilities of your desert kasbah style hotel. Tonight, a spectacular desert sunset beckons as we travel by 4x4s into the desert to watch the sun go down over this stunning landscape.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Maadid

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Todgha Gorge, Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, Ouarzazate, Taourirt Kasbah

This morning we'll head to the heart of the Atlas Mountains and see the Todgha Gorge, with its steep canyon walls towering up to 400 metres high. We then follow in the footsteps of the sultans as we travel along the famous Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, where the series of imposing ancient ruined fortresses almost resemble sandcastles in the distance. <br/>Finally, we drive to the former Foreign Legion outpost of Ouarzazate, often known as 'Ouallywood' because of its starring role as the exotic backdrop in so many well-known movies. Here, you can visit Taourirt Kasbah, an ancient citadel with almost 300 rooms.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oscar Hotel by Atlas Studios

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech

Our day begins as we visit the Ait Benhadou Kasbah, the most spectacular fortress in the south of Morocco. Used as a backdrop in films such as 'Lawrence of Arabia' and classified by UNESCO as one of the cultural treasures of the world, the buildings making up the Kasbah are studded with crenulated towers and decorated with ornate geometrical motifs – it's a sight not to be missed. <br/>We will then make our way back to Marrakech. <br/> <br/>

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: El Olivar Palace Marrakech

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Marrakech, Bahia Palace, Marrakech, Majorelle Gardens, Marrakech, Djemaa El Fna Square, Marrakech

Today we'll head off on a tour of Marrakech's main sights. We'll visit the beautiful Bahia Palace, which showcases 19th century Islamic and Moroccan architectural styles and boasts 160 lavishly decorated rooms. Next we will visit the Majorelle Gardens, a green oasis a world away from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech.<br/>No visit to Marrakech is complete without experiencing the famous Djemaa El Fna Square, and there will be time at leisure to wander the labyrinth of colourful souks and see snake charmers and fortune-tellers entertaining the thronging crowds. Amongst the hundreds of stalls here, you can barter for anything from traditional carpets and hand-crafted pottery to glistening jewellery and equally colourful spices.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: El Olivar Palace Marrakech

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Marrakech

Today we'll transfer you to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
    -A dedicated Just You holiday director and specialist local guide will accompany you throughout the trip.
  • Return flights from London
    -Return flights from London are included in the tour package.
  • Use of an airport lounge in the UK
    -Access to an airport lounge in the UK is included.
  • 9 nights half-board in 3 & 4-star hotels
    -Accommodation for 9 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels on a half-board basis is included.
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
    -You are guaranteed your own twin or double room without a single supplement.
  • 19 included meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 9 dinners including a welcome & farewell dinner & drink
    -The tour includes 19 meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 9 dinners, including a welcome and farewell dinner with a drink.
  • All highlights included
    -All the tour highlights mentioned in the itinerary are included.
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
    -Overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included in the tour.

Not Included
  • Personal expenses
    -Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
  • Travel insurance
    -Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
  • Optional activities
    -Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
Yes, a Specialist Local Guide will accompany the tour along with a Just You Holiday Director.
The Ait Benhadou Kasbah is a spectacular fortress used as a backdrop in films such as 'Lawrence of Arabia' and is classified by UNESCO as one of the cultural treasures of the world.
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
A highlight of the visit to Fes is the view of the famous Fes tannery from the balcony of a leather shop, where you can observe the men hard at work treating and dyeing hides.
The maximum group size for this tour is 20 people.
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
You will stay in 3 and 4-star hotels for 9 nights, with a guaranteed twin or double room of your own.
The tour includes 19 meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 9 dinners, including a welcome and farewell dinner with a drink.
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
Unique experiences include a lunch with local women in rural M'Haya, a dinner in a traditional Moroccan riad, and a sunset 4-wheel drive into the desert.
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
Yes, you are guaranteed your own room with no single supplement.
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

Dates Price Availability
18-Sep-2025
for 0 Nights 		Single £2849.00
18-Sep-2025
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £2949.00
19-Mar-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £2999.00
07-May-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £2999.00
05-Nov-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £2849.00

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This tour is operated by Just You

10 days from £2849 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:Marrakech, Morocco
Finish:Marrakech, Morocco
Group size:15 - 20
Suitable for: 18-99
Physical rating:Medium
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Reference: SMMORI1
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