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Per Person 799 €

AIR ARABIA AIRLINES
WITH AIR ARABIA AIRLINES
7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
TOUR OF MOROCCO AND THE SAHARA DESERT
2026
7 Nights 8 Days with Accommodation in 4* and 5* Hotels and Tented Accommodation in the Desert, Including 5 Dinners
Casablanca – Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Tinghir – Sahara Desert – Midelt – Ifrane – Fez – Chefchaouen – Tangier – Rabat – Casablanca
 
Tour Departure Dates
May 2 / May 23 / May 24 / May 30 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / July 18 / September 12 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26

 
Tour Itinerary:
 
Day 1 – ISTANBUL
We meet at the international departure terminal of Sabiha Gokcen Airport three hours before the flight (one calendar day before the departure date).
 
Day 2 – ISTANBUL – CASABLANCA – MAJORELLE GARDENS – MARRAKECH
After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight number 30438 departs for Casablanca at 00:10. At 03:15, we arrive at Casablanca Airport and transfer to Marrakech by our waiting private bus. After breakfast at our hotel, we have free time. During the free time, our guests can join the optional "Red City Marrakech Tour" (Extra 80 €). After our city tour, where we will see the Koutoubia Minaret, the Jmaa El Fna Square full of street performances, snake charmers, and outdoor restaurants from a panoramic viewpoint, we visit the Bahia Palace adorned with local ceramics. We continue to explore the enchanting atmosphere of Marrakech, which has been a meeting point for European designers, artists, musicians, and travelers since the early 1900s. In the historic medina of the city, we witness the persistence of medieval traditions. Next, we visit Yves Saint Laurent's famous "Jardin Majorelle" (Majorelle Garden), which is one of the best examples of Moroccan architecture, where we can see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we return to the hotel for some free time and accommodation at our hotel. Guests wishing to join can attend the optional local dinner with a Berber night Fantasia Chez Ali show (Extra 70 €).
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.

Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner:
Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.

Route: Casablanca – Marrakech: 250 km (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 – MARRAKECH – ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH
After having breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, our guests can join the optional "Essaouira Tour" (Extra 80 €). Essaouira, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is an ancient Portuguese port city located on the Atlantic Ocean where art and culture intertwine (known as Mogador in Portuguese). Orson Welles’ Othello movie and some scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed here. The Mellah Jewish quarter, the Portuguese fortress, the famous fishing port with blue boats, and the historical bazaar are among the spots to see. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech for free time, accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Route: Essaouira – Marrakech 175 km (approximately 3 hours)
Food Recommendation: You should try the fresh seafood and fish.
Shopping Recommendation: You can buy world-famous Moroccan Argan oil and Argan oil based cosmetic products.
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
 
Day 4 – MARRAKECH – FILM STUDIOS – AIT BENHADDOU – OUARZAZATE
After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate. On our route, we visit Ait Benhaddou, where many famous productions like Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed. After checking into the hotel, guests will have free time. During the free time, guests can join the optional "Atlas Film Studios Tour" (25 €). Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Karam Palace 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate: 215 km (approximately 4 hours)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 5 – OUARZAZATE – TINGHIR – SAHARA DESERT
After breakfast, we head to Tinghir. We progress along the road with desert on one side and the Atlas Mountains on the other. Our stops include the Valley of Todra and the "Rose City" M'gouna.
Then we reach Merzouga Desert and settle into our camp. Dinner and then free time. During the free time, guests can join the optional camel sunset or sunrise tour (extra tour 40 €). Accommodation at the campsite area.
Hotel: Les Dunes de Berbere Tent Camp.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Ouarzazate – Tinghir: 175 km (2 hours 30 minutes)Tinghir – Merzouga: 200 km (3 hours)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
 
Day 6 – SAHARA DESERT – MIDELT – IFRANE – FEZ
We wake up to enjoy the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. After taking beautiful photos and having breakfast, we head to Ifrane. During our lunch break at a local restaurant located in Midelt, we have the chance to photograph the magnificent Ziz Valley. Next, we move to Ifrane, known as "Little Switzerland" with its ski resort and Swiss-style architecture, a striking tourist center. After a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fez and have free time to rest. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Zalagh Butik Sky 4*, Zalagh Park Palace 5* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Merzouga – Ifrane: 400 km (8 hours)Ifrane – Fez: 70 km (1 hour)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
 
Day 7 – FEZ – CHEFCHAOUEN – TANGIER
After having breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests can join the Fes tour (extra 25 €). We begin exploring Fes Medina. We start from the monumental gate of the royal palace, Bab-el Makhzen. Then we continue through the labyrinthine streets of the historic Medina. We will see places such as Attarine Medrese, Karaouine University, Nejarine Square, as well as the tannery which is still traditionally producing leather. Afterward, we head to the famous Blue City, Chefchaouen, which has surpassed its fame beyond Morocco. After a walk through its maze-like blue streets, there will be free time for shopping. After gathering at the time specified by our guide, we transfer to our hotel in Tangier for some free time and accommodation. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Solazur 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Fez – Chefchaouen: 200 km (3 hours 45 minutes) Chefchaouen – Tangier: 110 km (2 hours 20 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
 
Day 8 – TANGIER – RABAT – CASABLANCA
After breakfast at the hotel, we give guests free time. Guests can join the optional Tangier tour (extra 25 €). Starting from the Spanish Quarter, we continue our Tangier city tour in the Medina. After the bus ride from Marsanin, we head to the capital of the country, Rabat. Surrounded by eucalyptus and Portuguese cork oak forests, Rabat is situated by the Bou Regreg river. Since the king declared his return from exile from this city, it has served as the capital. In Rabat, we will visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, then transfer to our hotel in Casablanca. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Fourteen 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Tangier – Rabat: 245 km (3 hours) Rabat – Casablanca: 90 km (1 hour 30 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 9 – CASABLANCA – ISTANBUL
After having breakfast at the hotel and checking out of the rooms, we will see the main spots in Casablanca, one of the largest port cities in Africa. We will see Mohammed V. Square, and the panoramic views of Hassan II Mosque and the vibrant waterfront, Corniche. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our Air Arabia Airlines flight number 3O437 departs for Istanbul at 18:00. We arrive at Sabiha Gokcen Airport at 00:40.
Marrakech City Tour (Extra 80 €) / Fantasia Chez Ali (Extra 70 €) / Essaouira Tour (Extra 80 €) / Atlas Film Studios Tour (Extra 25 €) / Camel Tour (Extra 40 €) / Fez Tour (Extra 25 €) / Tangier Tour (Extra 25 €)
Total Extras: 345 EUR
 
 
 
 

* Flight tickets in Economy Class with Air Arabia Airlines from Istanbul to Tangier / Casablanca to Istanbul
* Local transportation services
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* 2 nights accommodation in Marrakech at 4* and 5* hotels, 1 night in Ouarzazate, 1 night in Sahara Desert accommodation, 1 night in Fez, 1 night in Tangier, 1 night in Casablanca, totaling 7 nights accommodation with breakfast included
* 5 dinners at the hotels
* Casablanca city tour
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
* Museum and archaeological site entrance fees.
* City taxes 40 EUR (paid to the guide during the tour)
* Extras charged at the hotel.
* All personal expenses
* Extra tours
* Lunches
* All excursions and tours not mentioned in the program.
* Driver tips (5 EUR per person)
* International departure tax
* International travel health insurance
- During the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros to make purchases and expenses in all the countries included in the program. The guide will assist with currency exchange in areas where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to bring a sweater or a similar item for the evening.
- In our tours, a rotation system (seat change) is applied in the daily seating plan, and a fixed seat or front seat guarantee is not provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- There is a minimum requirement of 3 days of accommodation in order to bring items (such as alcohol - cigarettes, etc.) when entering Turkey from abroad.
- Free shop shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, excluding wine and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skincare Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Sweets: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg.
- Guides in the tour program can make changes in the program flow, provided that they show all the places specified in the program, based on weather and road conditions.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour date. In case of cancellation within 30 days of the tour date, a 30% penalty will apply, and for cancellations within 20 days or less, a 100% penalty will be applied. Documents such as hospital reports, workplace permission documents, etc., provided along with the cancellation request from the participants will unfortunately not be accepted for the cancellations of hotels and services to be booked outside of Turkey.
- Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. Tours canceled due to insufficient participation will be reported by Viyatravel.
- In cases where only category information is provided without specifying names, and/or when options are available for the same destination, the hotels will be announced by Viyatravel 2 days before the trip.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified kilometers.
- Triple rooms can be provided depending on hotel availability, and in these types of rooms, the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds may consist of foldable beds or coach beds, participants acknowledge that they accept the circumstances regarding space and bed types in rooms for 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts apply only for a single child staying with 2 adults within the appropriate age group.
- The breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country being visited, usually as a limited menu consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall designated for groups.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are 2-3 hour tours conducted with a guide's narration from inside a vehicle, and do not include museum or site entrance fees. Viyatravel is not responsible for any tours that cannot be conducted due to local authority restrictions on visits or closures due to any events or adverse weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot where possible, due to closed roads or locations that do not permit vehicle entry.
- The waiting times at customs checkpoints during land travel may exceed standard times, and Viyatravel is not responsible for any adverse situations arising from these waiting times.
- Extra tours are organized by the local services of Viyatravel under the condition of a minimum participation of 20 people. If the required number is not met, tours cannot be conducted, or the prices, content, and the vehicles to be used for extra tours may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide based on the open/closed status of the museums and sites at the locations to be visited and weather conditions.
- Participation in extra tours is at the discretion of the participant and is not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours agree to wait at a suitable rest area along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at a rest facility before the extra tour begins and will be picked up from the drop-off point after the completion of the tour.
- For those participating in tours with flights, check-in and boarding processes are personal responsibilities and must be done by the guests at the relevant airline counters at the airports or online on the airline companies' websites before the flight.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for those who are not present at the airport at the designated times announced by Viyatravel, those who do not complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or those who complete these procedures but do not board the aircraft. All expenses for new round-trip flight tickets and transfers in the destination region resulting from passengers who miss their flight are their own responsibility.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays in scheduled and special flights, or the hours may change prior to the existing trip and flight. Viyatravel is obligated to inform of these changes as soon as possible. Passengers have accepted the risk of time changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of participants as follows. Depending on the number of participants, the types of vehicles listed below will be designated for each of our tours.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 Participants) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 Participants) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 Participants) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are considered to have accepted the sales conditions of the tour by acknowledging the above-mentioned items.