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Colors of Morocco

MAY 19 - JUNE 1, 2023

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Women Only Travel Tours – Morocco

Morocco’s blend of diverse cultures and landscapes is as romantic as it is compelling. A gateway to Africa from Europe, it is where ancient Berber, Roman, Arab, Spanish and French history meet and mix to create something uniquely alluring. The Mediterranean and Atlantic coastline is dotted with vibrant cosmopolitan port cities such as Casablanca, Tangier, and the capital, Rabat, along with laid-back fishing towns and bohemian beach cities. Inland, find Marrakesh, whose medieval walls enclose legendary souks (reason enough to visit Morocco), sumptuous Moorish palaces, and the peaceful courtyard gardens of luxurious riad hideaways. Fes, the country’s spiritual heart, has an even more labyrinthine medina which feels like stepping back in time.  More serious topography divides the country in two, the most dramatic section of which, the snowcapped High Atlas, provides a haven for hikers or those seeking to unwind in a place where Berber culture has remained almost untouched for centuries. Follow passes up and over to sand-colored oasis towns, palm groves, and kasbah fortresses at their sun-baked southern edge, old staging posts for the great camel trains trading gold for salt across the Sahara Desert whose dunes spill over the southern border. Spending two nights out under the stars here is going to be a real privilege. Join The Sisterhood a women only travel group on this captivating adventure through a land of centuries-old culture and customs, discover the “Land of Sunset” and “Gateway to Africa” – the place they call Morocco.
Women traveling through a desert in Morocco

OUR ITINERARY

May 19, 2023

Casablanca, Morocco to Rabat – Tour Begins Welcome to Morocco! After we land in Casablanca we will transfer to Rabat. You will have the option to join your local Tour Manager on a vicinity walk to get acquainted with the area around your hotel in Rabat, our home for the next two days. Onomo Hotel Rabat Terminus Rabat

May 20, 2023

Come to know Rabat on an in- depth tour* with a local guide who will share his knowledge of this city and its architectural gems. Visit the Chellah Necropolis, a walled town containing both Roman ruins and a medieval necropolis. Explore the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the epitome of modern Moroccan design. The mausoleum’s ornate woodwork, marble, and bronze ornamentations make this a tomb truly fit for a king. See the Kasbah de Oudaias and its whitewashed buildings. Enjoy free time to explore on your own in the afternoon. At the end of your day, join your Sisters for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D) Onomo Hotel Rabat Terminus Rabat

May 21, 2023

 Depart Rabat for Fes this morning. En route to Fes, we’ll stop at a winery estate for a tour, tasting and lunch. Explore the winery’s lovely grounds on a guided tour through the vineyard and cellar, taking in sweeping views of vines and tasting some of the vintages. End your tour with a lunch in the estate. Then continue on to Fes where we will spend the next three nights at our riad. (B, L) Palais Sheherazade & Spa

harbour of Rabat, Morocco

May 22, 2023

Get ready to discover Fes, one of the holiest cities in the world. Learn about its history as a center of government, philosophy, medicine, and religion. Visit the Royal Palace and the Al-Qarawiyyin University, the oldest continuously- operating university in the world (UNESCO), admiring its high arches and Andalusian influences. On a walking tour of the 9th- century medina, explore the alleyways and stalls of this ancient market. (B, D) Palais Sheherazade & Spa

May 23, 2023

Today, we will be taking a private tour to Volubilis and Meknes. On this full-day tour, experience Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its impressive and well preserved Roman ruins. Then travel to Meknes, one of four Imperial cities in Morocco where you will see the Bab Mansour gate and have an included local Moroccan lunch. (B)  Palais Sheherazade & Spa

May 24, 2023

Cross some of Morocco’s most breathtaking desert landscapes on the way to the Sahara. En route, pause in Midelt to bask in majestic views of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Erfoud, called “Door to the Desert,” and where many famous movies were filmed, including The Prince of Persia and The Mummy. (B, D) Kasbah Xaluca Erfoud Hotel

May 25, 2023

Enjoy your morning at leisure in Erfoud, taking in the peaceful desert landscape. Later in the day, visit a local date farm. Here, you will have the opportunity to interact with the farmer and learn about the process of farming in the desert. This evening, make your way into the Sahara Desert aboard adventurous 4×4 jeeps, before slowing your rhythm to a gentle bobbing gate as you traverse the dunes on camel back en route to your tented camp for a magical 2-night stay. These fully equipped Berber-style tents offer beds, linens, pillows, flush toilet, running water, shower and solar lighting to make for an authentic yet enjoyable stay in the desert. Yes! We will be glamping! (B, D) Merzouga Luxury Tent Camp

May 26, 2023

Rise early to watch the sun illuminate the Sahara in stunning hues of orange, yellow and red. Then, continue your day by traveling to the village of Khamlia. Meet with locals to have an eye-opening and meaningful discussion before experiencing traditional sub-Saharan Gnawa music.

Continue on your desert expedition and meet a nomadic community where you’ll learn more about this ancient way of living and how their traditions have changed. Return to your camp as the sun sets over the dunes. This evening, reflect on the serenity and beauty of the desert under a tapestry of twinkling stars with your Sisters. (B, L, D) Merzouga Luxury Tent Camp

Luxury tents displayed in a Moroccan Desert

May 27, 2023

Return to the edge of the desert this morning and marvel as the sun illuminates the vast sands. Visit the fortified village of El Khorbat Oujdid. Dating back to the 17th century, this village showcases Jewish and Muslim architecture and artifacts. Learn more about Berber culture while visiting the museum within the village. Later, arrive in Morocco’s “Grand Canyon,” Boumalne du Dades, where a golden sun lights up the gorge’s river valleys, palmeries and burnished mud-brick homes. (B, D) Hotel Xaluca Dades

May 28, 2023

 Follow the rugged “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” where turreted fortresses rise up like sandcastles along this ancient trading route. Arrive at the UNESCO site of the Ksar of Ait- Ben-Haddou and discover the earthen buildings, defensive walls, and corner towers that make the ksar a striking feat of Moroccan architecture. Before you reach the exotic city of Marrakech, continue along the Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, a scenic route through lush oasis valleys, imposing mountains and several Berber villages. (B) Es Saadi Hotel

May 29, 2023

Among the mosques and palaces, souks and riads, visit the ancient El Bahia Palace, whose architecture is a distinct blend of both Islamic and Moroccan styles. Embark on a walking tour with a local guide, stopping at shops along the way, or perhaps walk into the Jemaa El Fna Square, Marrakech’s main square. Then it’s your choice! Visit the Jardin Majorelle and the Berber Museum, two iconic sites that showcase the beauty and ingenuity of Morocco’s cultural heritage -OR- explore the Musée Yves Saint Laurent and discover how the colors and textures of Morocco inspired this iconic designer. (B, D) Es Saadi Hotel

May 30, 2023

Today, join a local women’s training center in an interactive cooking class. Head to le jardin to source your own herbs and vegetables and learn the secret to making the country’s most celebrated dish: the tagine. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. This evening, perhaps you will join an optional horse-drawn carriage through Marrakech, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (B, L)  Es Saadi Hote

Woman teaching how to make Traditional Moroccan Cooking

May 31, 2023

Depart Marrakech for Casablanca this morning. Upon arrival in Casablanca, visit the largest functioning mosque in Africa, the Hassan II Mosque. Learn about the history and significance of this mosque on a privately-led tour. Gaze upon the intricate, colorful artistry of ceramic tile and hand-carved stone of this architectural wonder. Then bid farewell to your Tour Manager and Sisters during a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)  Barcelo Anfa Casablanca

June 1, 2023

Our tour comes to a close this morning, sadly. We’ll be transported back to the airport for our flights home. (B)

Pricing

PRICING & INCLUSIONS

Double Occupancy Per Person
$ 5935
00
per person
  • International roundtrip, economy airfare from JFK to Casablanca including all taxes and fees
  • Roundtrip transfers between airport and arrival/departure hotel
  • 24 Meals (13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 8 dinners)
  • 13 nights deluxe and luxury accommodations as listed within this itinerary
  • All sightseeing tours, exclusive experiences and excursions as listed within this itinerary
  • Private transportation throughout the itinerary
  • All gratuities for Tour Manager, Local Guides and Drivers​
  • Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders
  • Commemorative T-Shirt
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PRICING & INCLUSIONS

Single Occupancy Per Person
$ 6735
00
per person
  • International roundtrip, economy airfare from JFK to Casablanca including all taxes and fees
  • Roundtrip transfers between airport and arrival/departure hotel
  • 24 Meals (13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 8 dinners)
  • 13 nights deluxe and luxury accommodations as listed within this itinerary
  • All sightseeing tours, exclusive experiences and excursions as listed within this itinerary
  • Private transportation throughout the itinerary
  • All gratuities for Tour Manager, Local Guides and Drivers​
  • Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders
  • Commemorative T-Shirt
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • The maximum number on this tour will be 24 women.  
  • Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline’s terms and conditions.
  • You will have the opportunity to request an upgrade to your air (Business Class, Preferred Economy) on the booking form. Upgrade to Business Class is an additional $3790 per person.
  • FLIGHTS FROM YOUR HOME GATEWAY TO JFK ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

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Activity Level:

Active

This is an active itinerary packed with a combination of long, active days, several early hotel departures, and long journeys by coach. The itinerary may involve multiple flights and travel by non-traditional means such as safari vehicles, rickshaws/pedicabs, bicycles, etc. Some accommodations may be based on authentic homestays, overnight camping, and/or some basic rural hotels adding to the authenticity of the experience. Alternatively, it could include concentrated periods of more strenuous physical activity. Guests should be capable of walking 2-3 miles at a time over potentially difficult, uneven terrain, which may include hills. Guests should have the appropriate levels of ability, fitness, and good health to safely enjoy the trip.