Amazing Spain and Morocco

Amazing Spain and Morocco

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Amazing Spain and Morocco

16 Days Starting in Madrid, Spain and ending in Marrakech, Morocco

Visiting: Madrid, Seville, Granada, Toledo, Casablanca, Fez, Merzouga, Ouarzazate, Marrakech

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 22

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $3307

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Spain and Morocco with the "Amazing Spain and Morocco" tour. Discover the rich art, culture, and architectural wonders of Madrid, including a tapas dinner and a flamenco show in Granada. Explore the historic cities of Seville, Cordoba, and Toledo, and marvel at the Alhambra's Moorish splendor. Fly to Casablanca and experience Morocco's vibrant cities, from the modernity of Casablanca to the ancient medinas of Fez and Marrakech. Enjoy luxury desert camping in Merzouga and visit the stunning Todra Gorges and Kasbahs. This 15-night adventure offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.

Highlights

  • Discover the art, culture, ancient marvels and architectural wonders of Madrid

  • Enjoy a breathtaking view of Alcazar Palace Garden in Seville

  • Explore the magnificent Mezquita in Cordoba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984

  • Visit the Alhambra, a magnificent complex of palaces and fortresses boasting Moorish architecture

  • Witness Casablanca's unique blend of modernity and cultural heritage

  • Admire the amazing architectural splendor in Rabat: Mohamed V Mausoleum

  • Travel to Fez, one of the world's best-preserved ancient walled cities

  • Uncover the captivating city of Ouarzazate, often called the "Hollywood of Morocco"

Itinerary

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Day 1: Madrid Arrival

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Spain! Upon arrival at Madrid Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 2: Madrid (B/-/D)

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After Breakfast, explore the medieval origins of Madrid with a tour of the city. See the Arabic Fortress at the Barrio de la Morería, the court of the Hapsburgs with Philip II, its Renaissance and Baroque buildings in the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the Plaza de la Villa. Discover the Madrid of the Bourbons and the urban design of Charles III, the Royal Palace, the Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, and Alcalá Gate. Admire buildings from the 19th century such as the elegant Plaza de Oriente and Prado Museum. Get to know modern-day Madrid with the Gran Via, Paseo de la Castellana, Barrio de la Castellana, Barrio de Salamanca, Plaza de Castilla, Parque del Oeste, Las Ventas Bullring, shopping districts, and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Stroll through the Madrid of the Austrias and discover the most curious legends and stories. Later join your fellow travelers for an authentic Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant that will give you unforgettable memories of Madrid.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 3: Madrid – Merida – Seville (B/-/-)

Location: Seville

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning after breakfast, depart early for Merida, the capital of Extremadura in western Spain founded by the ancient Romans in the 01st Century BC. This captivating ancient city is known for its well-preserved ruins, such as the spectacular Roman Theater (entrance included), a magnificent testament to the city's Roman past. Later, enjoy some time at leisure to explore the city before heading for Seville. The capital city of Andalusia and a Spanish city of light. Upon arrival, you may enjoy your evening at a leisure.


Overnight in Seville

Day 4: Seville (B/-/-)

Location: Seville

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, explore romantic Seville on a city tour. Seville is known for its rich history, flamenco music, lively festivals and exquisite Moorish architecture. Seville offers visitors a unique blend of tradition and modernity.  Visit the citys Jewish Quarter, with its labyrinth of narrow streets dating to the time of Moorish rule. You will have the opportunity to see the exterior of the Cathedral (the second largest in the Catholic world after St. Peters in Rome), the Santa Cruz Quarter and Maria Luisa Park. We recommend visiting the Royal Palace, known as the Alcazar Royal Palace and its beautiful gardens.  From the iconic Giralda Tower to the sprawling Plaza de España, Seville is a city that captivates with its stunning landmarks, winding streets, and warm Andalusian hospitality.


Overnight in Seville

Day 5: Seville – Cordoba – Granada (B/-/D)

Location: Granada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast, depart for Cordoba, a landmark of enormous heritage from a splendorous past known for its breathtaking Mosque (entrance included). the greatest dual-identity monument in Spain and a powerful symbol of the two cultures that have shaped Andalusia. After the Moors captured Córdoba in 711, what had previously been a Visigoth Christian Church was split in two, it was used by Christians and Muslims as a place of worship. But in 784, on the orders of the Emir Abd al-Rahman, the church was destroyed and work on the great mosque began. Construction lasted for over two centuries and the building was eventually completed in 987, by which point Córdoba was the most significant city in the Islamic Kingdom. You will have the opportunity to explore the narrow Arabian-style streets of Cordoba before continuing your journey to Granada driving through endless olive oil groves. Experience the most authentic Gypsy Flamenco show including dinner.


Overnight in Granada

Day 6: Granada (B/-/-)

Location: Granada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, continue exploring Granada. Granadas most popular tourist attraction consists of a gathering of splendid Moorish palaces and landscaped gardens. The city is well known for its medieval architecture from the Moorish occupation — specifically its Alhambra Palace (entrance included). Set against a backdrop of brooding Sierra Nevada peaks, it was originally formed as a small fortress in 889 AD on the remains of a Roman fortification. Along with the visit to the Alhambra, you will have the opportunity to discover the magnificent Generalife Gardens. Spend your afternoon at leisure with time to explore this beautiful city.


Overnight in Granada

Day 7: Granada – Toledo - Madrid (B/-/D)

Location: Toledo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning you will head north to the World Heritage City of Toledo surrounded by the Tagus River. It is here where three cultures coexist: Christian, Moorish, and Jewish. The entire town is a national monument. The city tour will boost the most important monuments, its narrow streets, and a demonstration of the famous “Damasquinado”, which is a Moorish art of engraving gold or silver threads into black steel. From there you will return to Madrid. Farewell Market experience and dinner included.


Overnight in Madrid

Day 8: Madrid – Casablanca (By Flight) (B/-/D)

Location: Casablanca

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Casablanca, located on the western coast of Morocco. Casablanca is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city known for its architecture, Beaches, Nightlife and Entertainment. Upon arrival, you will meet our representative and will be transferred to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner at hotel


Overnight in Casablanca

Day 9: Casablanca – Rabat - Fez (B/-/D)

Location: Fez

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning after breakfast, you will head on a panoramic city tour passing through the most fascinating sections of the city such as the Anfa Boulevard, Nations Square and residential areas. Then you will visit the Hassan II grand mosque (entrance not included), one of the largest mosques in the world and is renowned for its impressive architecture. In the afternoon you will depart for Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. You will have the opportunity to see the exterior of the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower. Continue towards Fez. Enjoy an authentic Moorish welcome dinner.


Overnight in Fez

Day 10: Fez (B/-/D)

Location: Fez

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, join the guided city tour of the monumental and historical city by visiting the Royal Palace, Jewish Quarters or Mellah and Gate of Bab Bou Jelous. Later you will go on a short walking tour of the “Medina” (Old City), a declared World Heritage Site. Spent your afternoon at leisure by exploring the cultural heritage of the captivating destination. Dinner at hotel


Overnight in Fez

Day 11: Fez – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez (B/-/D)

Location: Fez

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning after breakfast, depart for the imperial city of Meknes where you will visit the Walls of Bab el Mansour and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the only mosque in all of Morocco where non-Muslims are allowed. Then you will continue to Volubilis. stretching atop the Jebel Zerhoun plateau in Northern Morocco, the Roman ruins of Volubilis are a striking sight, especially in summer when abloom with wildflowers. With some of the best-preserved ruins in Northern Africa, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers a glimpse into ancient Morocco. Dinner at hotel


Overnight in Fez

Day 12: Fez – Erfoud – Merzouga (Dunes Of Sahara Dessert) (B/-/D)

Location: Merzouga

Accommodation Name: luxury camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, travel through the gentle mountains of the Middle Atlas through the beautiful route of Berber life arriving in Erfoud, the gateway to the vast Sahara Desert. Change of transport from the bus to the 4 x 4 vehicles to cross the desert to the dunes where your camp is located. Upon arrival at your luxury desert camp, enjoy a traditional Berber dinner at your luxury camp, under the stars, and right in the middle of the dunes.


Overnight in Merzouga

Day 13: Merzouga – Todra – Kelaa M´Gouna – Ouarzazate (B/-/D)

Location: Ouarzazate

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy your breakfast as you see the sun coming up through the dunes. You will then Depart to the city of Tinerhir. Today you will discover one of the most beautiful and natural sights of your journey: the Todra Gorges. You will then continue to Kelaa M'Gouna, a small town known for its excellent rose cultivation. This marks the beginning of the \"Route of the Kasbahs,\" where adobe constructions with crenellated towers and raw brick decorations can be found. Some of these fortified towns are authentic treasures, located amidst a spectacular landscape. The ancient kasbahs captivate with their evocative power, while the landscape enchants with its contrasting beauty, luminosity, and serene silence. This route is highly sought after and considered one of the most attractive in Africa. Continuation to Ouarzazate. Dinner at hotel


Overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 14: Ouarzazate – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech (B/-/D)

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning after breakfast, head towards the Kasbah Taourirt, once the residence of the Pasha of Marrakech. You will have the opportunity to pay a visit and witness the interior of pasha's chambers and the stand-out places. Continuing our journey to Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This adobe-built city gracefully descends the hill and has served as a backdrop for cinematic masterpieces like Orson Welles' \"Sodom and Gomorrah\" and the blockbuster \"The Jewel of the Nile.\"

Next, we will head towards Marrakech, the Southern Capital of Morocco, nestled within a vast oasis between the Atlas Mountains and the pre-desert area. Dinner at hotel


Overnight in Marrakech

Day 15: Marrakech (B/-/D)

Location: Marrakech

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today after breakfast, join a discovery tour of this beautiful city. Visit the Koutoubia Tower, the twin sister of the Giralda tower in Seville, Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace. Take a leisurely stroll through the medina, explore the vibrant souks and experience the enchantment of Jma El Fna Square. This lively square is bustling with fortune tellers, snake tamers, acrobats, dancers and creates an open-air theater in the heart of the city, inviting audience participation. Enjoy your farewell dinner.


Overnight in Marrakech

Day 16: Marrakech (B/-/-)

Location: Marrakech

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will be transferred to the Marrakech International Airport for your flight back home.

What's Included

  • 15 Nights accommodation

    15 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed Superior hotels or similar.

  • Daily buffet breakfast

    Daily buffet breakfast is included.

  • Welcome Tapas experience Dinner

    Welcome Tapas experience Dinner at a local restaurant in Madrid.

  • Gipsy Flamenco show experience

    Gipsy Flamenco show experience with dinner in Granada.

  • Dinner in Madrid

    Dinner in Madrid is included.

  • 08 dinners at hotels in Morocco

    08 dinners at hotels in Morocco are included.

  • Private airport transfers

    Private arrival and departure airport transfers are included.

  • English-speaking tour guide

    Services of an English-speaking tour guide/escort during the tour.

  • Transportation in AC deluxe motor coach

    All transportation in an AC deluxe motor coach.

  • All Sightseeing

    All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities

    Items of personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.

  • Luggage fees

    Luggage fees may apply and vary by the carrier.

  • Visa fees

    Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.

  • Items not mentioned

    Items not mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

All transportation is provided in an air-conditioned deluxe motor coach, with a connection flight between Madrid and Casablanca, and 4x4 vehicles for desert travel.

Accommodation

Enjoy 15 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed Superior hotels or similar, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 15 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed Superior hotels or similar.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes daily buffet breakfast, a welcome Tapas experience dinner at a local restaurant in Madrid, a Gipsy Flamenco show experience with dinner in Granada, dinner in Madrid, and 8 dinners at hotels in Morocco.

  • Is airport transfer included in the tour package?

    Yes, private arrival and departure airport transfers are included in the tour package.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transportation during the tour is provided in an air-conditioned deluxe motor coach.

  • Is there a tour guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking tour guide/escort are provided during the tour.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?

    Yes, entrance fees to attractions such as the Roman Theatre in Merida, the Mosque in Cordoba, and the Alhambra in Granada are included in the tour package.

  • Is the flight between Spain and Morocco included in the tour package?

    Yes, the connection flight between Madrid and Casablanca is included in the tour package.

  • What is the policy on personal expenses and tips?

    Items of personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included in the tour package.

  • Are visa fees included in the tour package?

    No, visa fees, if applicable, are not included in the tour package.

  • What happens on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will arrive in Madrid and be met by a representative who will transfer you to your hotel. You will spend the night in Madrid.

  • What activities are planned in Seville?

    In Seville, you will explore the city's Jewish Quarter, see the exterior of the Cathedral, visit the Santa Cruz Quarter and Maria Luisa Park, and have the opportunity to visit the Royal Palace and its gardens.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Granada?

    In Granada, you will visit the Alhambra Palace and the Generalife Gardens. You will also experience an authentic Gypsy Flamenco show with dinner.

  • What will we do in Fez?

    In Fez, you will join a guided city tour visiting the Royal Palace, Jewish Quarters, Gate of Bab Bou Jelous, and take a short walking tour of the Medina, a World Heritage Site.

  • What is special about the visit to the Sahara Desert?

    In the Sahara Desert, you will travel in 4x4 vehicles to a luxury desert camp in Merzouga, enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars, and spend the night in the dunes.

  • What will we see in Marrakech?

    In Marrakech, you will visit the Koutoubia Tower, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, stroll through the medina, explore the vibrant souks, and experience the lively Jma El Fna Square.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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