Romantic Morocco Tour: Beauty, Indulgence & Luxury

Couple at Legzira Beach near Agadir, Morocco

What to expect on this itinerary

When you think of a masterpiece it conjures images of pristine artwork or gold-sand beaches. Flawlessness is snowcapped mountains and pristine oceans. Morocco is a treasure trove that encompasses the picturesque world of landscaped perfection and the romantic history that shines like a gem. Take your partner’s hand and experience spirited culture and artistic streets on this custom tailored romantic holiday. Discover hidden niches in ancient neighborhoods. Traverse opulent beaches and towering seaside castles. The picture-perfect landscape awaits and the cities shine like polished jewels.

Countries Visited

Morocco

Places Visited

Casablanca, Marrakech,  Agadir

Suggested Duration

8 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Casablanca – Treasured Arrival

The romance of Morocco is written in history, told in legend, and captured in movies. Picturesque shores of golden sand beaches are overlain with sapphire water. The romantic history of desert palaces and passionate sultans filters through the landscape. You can picture yourself in a black and white movie listening to the words of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.

Welcome to Casablanca, a city eternally remembered in an unforgettable romance. The boulevards are lined with palm trees. The leaves catch the breeze that drifts in from the Atlantic. The water is opulent and calm along the pebbled shores at the fringe of the city. You can see the outline of Hassan II Mosque on the water’s edge. The minaret rises like a lighthouse looking out at the distance of the sea. The city is a cosmopolitan metropolis enriched by its heritage.

Art galleries provide insight into the city’s modern artistic tastes and fashion blossoms out of the windows of the designer stores. Your private transfer meets you at the airport and escorts you to your fabulous accommodation in the center of the city.

The central fountain spouts water into the air and is carried by the breeze. It adds a refreshing mist to the surrounding manicured gardens. Stroll along the plaza and indulge in the soft greenery. It feels like a hidden treasure in the city center. The Corniche is located on the city’s edge, brushing up against the lapping Atlantic Ocean. Luxury hotels shape the skyline and restaurants provide tempting aromas that combine traditional flavors with international cuisine. Casablanca is fast-paced and elegant, filled with contemporary life informed by its deep heritage. There is no shortage of history to see and no shortage of memories to create with the one you love.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Day 2

Casablanca – The Artistry of the Past

Day 3

Marrakech – The Sounds of the City

Day 4

Marrakech – Hidden in Plain Sight

Day 5

Agadir – From Marrakech to the Coast

Day 6

Agadir – Searching for Charms

Day 7

Agadir – Luxuriant Sunshine

Day 8

Agadir – Depart to Home

Trip Highlights

  • Visit Casablanca, a city engraved in the hearts and minds of romantics the world over
  • Stay in luxurious accommodation that offers both comfort and culture
  • Witness lavish décor and architecture in majestic mosques
  • Explore centuries-old palaces and mansions that highlight the cities and rise out of the countryside
  • Luxuriate on the pristine shores of the Atlantic Coast
  • Discover hidden treasures of local cultural markets steeped in history and celebrated artistry
  • Enjoy charming streets and secret niches where romance and history are combined

Detailed Description

The centuries-old delights of Morocco emanate from the cities and thecountryside. The history is filled with storytellers and the cities are filled with palaces. Take a step back in time and find the romance of Arabic fairytales, legends of love and valor, filled with images of luxury and artistry. Indulge in the beauty of Morocco and the company of the one you love on this 9-day romantic tour of the treasures of cities and villages, mountains and seaside.

Arrive in Casablanca and relive the fabled passion that the city calls to mind. The contemporary streets touch on the deep heritage along the Atlantic coastline. Your private Morocco tour explores the far reaches of the city’s artistry, depicted in the stunning Hassan II Mosque located on the edge of the Atlantic and in the neighborhood of Anfa. Travel to Marrakech, a city steeped in legend. The narrow alleyways of the Medina provide shade from the desert sun and arrays of color.

Find hidden restaurants and charming shops located around the secret corners of the old maze. Take a romantic stroll through the Menera Gardens and embrace the imagery of the Bahia Palace. In Agadir you will find the luxury of a modern city on the steps of the Atlantic Ocean, beneath the spreading shadow of an 11th century fortress. The water is a fabulous pure sapphire. The sand is warm and golden. Your time in Agadir is yours to indulge in the extraordinarylandscape and nearby cities.

Venture up the citadel to the old fortress or lounge on the comfortable beach. Relax with a couple’s spa day or venture to the nearby desert town of Tiznit to experience the unadulterated local culture. The marketplace brims with silver jewelry both made by and collected from local tribes. Your private transfer meets you at your hotel on your final day and escorts you to the airport. When you open the treasure trove of Morocco you will find that everything looks like a jewel.

Starting Price

$3,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Morocco Travel Review: Marrakech, Essaouira, Agafay Desert, Atlas Mountains, Food Tour, ATV Ride, Pottery Class, Local Cuisine, 9-Day Trip

Our experience in Morocco was nothing short of amazing, thanks to the very talented team at Zicasso’s travel company. Our family was absolutely delighted with the level of care and attention to detail for each activity and lodging we enjoyed during our nine days in Marrakech, Essaouira, Agafay Desert, and, finally, our hotel in the Atlas Mountains.

Let's start with our driver, who impressed us daily with the way he navigated our very comfortable van through very challenging streets and roadways. We always felt extremely safe with him behind the wheel and he was so nice with our kids! When our youngest started to feel carsick going through the Atlas Mountains, our driver did everything he could to make the journey smooth—drove extra slow, pulled over whenever we asked for a little break, and made sure the car was always stocked with plastic bags and plenty of water. We highly recommend our driver, along with each tour guide arranged through the travel company.

Our travel specialist, and the owner, has assembled a fantastic group of people who clearly love their work. You will leave the country with an authentic cultural experience, not just a stamp in the passport. If you get an opportunity, do the backstreet food tour with our guide in Marrakech. She was so hospitable and introduced us to some truly tasty food. My children (ages seven and 12) even ate snails in the market with us! So yes, try the snails, along with whatever else she recommends.

Another tip: if you want a desert ATV experience, but do not want to trek to the Sahara, please consider visiting Essaouira and book an ATV tour there. There are some impressive sand dunes near the beach and we had an absolute blast trekking over those. The ATV route is gorgeous; you get the beach and the desert landscape in one go.

If you want an overnight desert experience, without going to the Sahara, then absolutely go to the Agafay Desert. A camel ride at sunset was a magical first for our children.

Finally, I want to say that the travel company goes above and beyond if there are travel hiccups. On our final night in Morocco, we received a text from our airline saying our flight had been cancelled (part of the massive Airbus recall). There were zero flights out of Marrakech and we needed to be back in the States in two days. My husband found a flight from Casablanca the next day and the travel specialist graciously provided transportation for us for the three-and-a-half-hour drive. We felt like booking with the our travel specialist was like having extra travel insurance! Sincere thanks to him and the entire team.

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Morocco Tour Review: Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert, Marrakech, Camel Ride, 1 Week

Every detail of the itinerary was amazing. Thanks to Zicasso’s travel agent. From our driver to the riad and hotel accommodations, and each location we visited (Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Atlas Mountains, a camel ride at sunset with glamping in the Sahara Desert, and Marrakech), we were partnered with a local guide who showed us magnificent sights and enriched our experience with historical information. Everything was beyond our expectations!

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Spain, Morocco Trip Review: Barcelona, Andalucia, Chefchaouen, Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Marrakech, Atlas Mountains, Architecture, Art, Riads, 2 Weeks

Flawless doesn't begin to describe how incredible and meticulous the planning and taste that went into designing our Spain and Morocco trip. I reached out to Zicasso’s travel specialist far in advance, describing a dream vacation for my husband and me that included a near-impossible amount of locations to cover through both countries in only two weeks. We had tried coming up with an itinerary with another planner prior to meeting the travel specialist, but it did not work out. When we shared our vision with the travel specialist, he materialized it on paper in a way that made sense and even made adjustments that fit within our budget. We got to see every location with enough time to savor each.

The order of travel from Barcelona to Andalucía to Morocco was an intricate weave that told a story of cross-cultural exchange. We started off with Gaudí architecture and the Sagrada Família, sunsets at the Puente Nuevo, Alhambra, and Córdoba, marveled at the grandeur of the mosque cathedral, savored seafood paella and Picasso art in Málaga. We finished off road-tripping in Morocco, starting from the blue city of Chefchaouhen, continuing our journey through Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Marrakech, and the Atlas Mountains. It was nothing short of magical.

We will never forget the beauty of the sun rising above the Atlas Mountains, private candlelit dinners on our private terrace in the riads, the colors of the souks, and the hospitality of our Moroccan hosts. Each riad was carefully selected and far exceeded our expectations. And of course, our driver in Morocco was an absolute delight and went above and beyond. Besides providing transportation, he acted as a friend who showed us the ins and outs, helping us see Morocco in a way that we would not have if we went in a large group or had chosen to come alone. Overall, my husband and I cannot recommend our travel specialist enough.

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Morocco Travel Review: High Atlas Mountains, Essaouira, Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Marrakech, 12-Day Trip

We recently returned from a 12-day trip to Morocco. It was an incredible trip! We started in a kasbah in the High Atlas Mountains and then traveled to Essaouira, Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, and ended in Marrakech. We had excellent accommodations, transportation, and local guides.

The trip was planned and booked through the tour operator. Zicasso’s travel specialist was easy to communicate with and addressed all of our concerns. It was a pleasure to meet him in Marrakech for tea and an escort around the square. The people of Morocco were warm and kind. We look forward to returning and spending time in the desert, and we would definitely book with the tour operator again.

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Morocco Vacation Review: Marrakech, Chefchaouen, Rabat, Casablanca, Hot-Air Balloon Ride, Desert, Medina, Local Cuisine, 6 Nights

Our trip to Morocco was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Our driver was excellent and an excellent companion throughout the journey—reliable, friendly, and always helpful.

The guided tour through the medina in Marrakech with our guide was a standout experience, especially with the bonus of dining at a fantastic restaurant he recommended. Two major highlights of the trip were the unforgettable hot-air balloon ride and our magical night in the desert.

Although our time in Casablanca was brief, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our guide in Rabat was knowledgeable and made the experience engaging and informative. We ended our trip in the stunning town of Chefchaouen, where another guide provided an exceptional tour—he was informative and passionate about his city.

The accommodations were perfect at every stop, and we truly appreciated the welcome gifts and meals provided by Zicasso's travel specialist and his team. Their attention to detail made all the difference.

I would highly recommend him and his company to anyone planning a trip to Morocco. It was an unforgettable experience that I will be sharing with friends and family for years to come.

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Morocco Vacation Review: Casablanca, Fes, Marrakech, 9 Nights

If you are looking for a white-glove, red-carpet experience, Zicasso's tour planner and his company are your go-to. He created an amazing itinerary that fit our budget. He was terrific with communication and follow-up. The minute we set foot in Morocco, his team was there, ready to go. They were 10 to 15 minutes early every day. We traveled through four cities, with wonderful stops, sights, commentary, and tours.

Our tour guide first introduced himself as the fixer. I was wary. Four days later, it proved true. He saved me and my dresses. I left my dresses in the Casablanca hotel room. Five hours later, I discovered the "Oh no!". Our guide hopped on the phone, called the hotel numerous times, contacted several colleagues, and found someone to drive my dresses three hours to our Marrakech hotel. The dresses arrived by noon the next day.

Most of all, our tour planner created and delivered a magical, memorable experience, without mishap. My 80-year-old mother said it was the best vacation she's ever taken. We are truly grateful.

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