Morocco Tours
Food and Wine Adventure in Morocco
The 10 day Food and Wine Adventure in Morocco takes you from Casablanca to Marrakech. Along the way, you search for the best Moroccan food and wine.
Discover the Fine Wine and Food of Morocco on This Tour
Join our Food and Wine Adventure in Morocco as we travel from Casablanca to Marrakech. We also discover the amazing culinary delights in between.
Moroccan cuisine is known for its bold and exotic flavours. For example, there is the tangy-sweet taste of preserved lemons and the fiery kick of harissa, a spicy chili paste. In short, Moroccan food is a symphony of contrasting flavours that dance on the palate.
To accompany these delectable dishes, Moroccan wine offers a pleasant surprise to wine enthusiasts. Although Morocco is a predominantly Muslim country, it has a burgeoning wine industry. It produces a diverse range of wines, from reds to whites to rosés. Most of the vineyards lie in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. As a result, they benefit from the unique terroir of the region, which gives the wines a distinctive character.
Day By Day
Your Itinerary
DAY 1
Casablanca
Arrive in Casablanca, Morocco's biggest city, which the French modelled on Marseilles in the 1920s. Then enjoy your first Moroccan dinner at Dar Dada, an authentic restaurant nestled in a charming riad. It blends modern cuisine with rich culinary tradition and live music.
Overnight in Hotel Idou Anfa · Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2
Rabat
First, visit the Hassan II Mosque, the second largest functioning mosque in Africa. Then enjoy lunch, including wine, at Ricks Café, a beautiful recreation of the Casablanca movie set. After that, continue to Rabat, the capital, to visit the World Heritage-listed old medina. You also see the Royal Palace (exterior) and the Hassan Tower, part of the Mohammed V Mausoleum.
Overnight in Dar Shaan · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 3
Ben Slimane and Meknes
Visit Domaine des Ouled Thaleb in Benslimane, founded in 1926 and one of Morocco's largest and oldest wineries. It uses eco-friendly growing methods. First, tour the vineyards, caves and production process, followed by a tasting and lunch. Then continue to Meknes, one of Morocco's four Imperial cities, known for the huge Bab Mansour gate. Finally, enjoy a guided medina and Royal Palace tour.
Overnight in Riad Ritaj, Meknes · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 4
Les Celliers de Meknes and Fes
Visit Les Celliers de Meknes, the first Moroccan winery to plant international varieties like Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. It was also the first to use oak barrel ageing. Tour the cellars, then enjoy a tasting and lunch overlooking the vineyards. Afterwards, continue to Fes, the oldest and biggest medina in Morocco. In the evening, join a local family to enjoy chicken Pastilla, a sweet-and-savoury pie traditionally served at celebrations. A vegetarian option is also available.
Overnight in Riad Myra, Fes · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5
Culinary Fes
Join a hands-on cooking class to learn traditional Moroccan dishes. Then taste your creations for lunch alongside traditional mint tea and homemade pastries. In the afternoon, explore the ancient medina with your local guide. Finally, finish with sunset drinks at one of the best viewpoints in Fes.
Overnight in Riad Myra, Fes · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 6
Marrakech
Take a guided walking tour of the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a World Heritage Site. It has superb mosaic floors and views of the Rif Mountain foothills. Then continue to Marrakech, the "Red City," and check in to your riad in the medina. Later, a private street food tour leads you through the ancient medina at night. For example, you sample harira soup, Tanjia, Mssemen pancakes, Sfanj and spiced Moroccan tea.
Overnight in Riad Maiepa, Marrakech · Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
DAY 7
Marrakech Cooking Class
Visit a small local farm 45 minutes from Marrakech for a cooking class with a local chef. You cook with handpicked, organic ingredients. Afterwards, enjoy lunch with a local wine tasting in the garden. The rest of the day is at leisure. However, optional (locally payable) hammam and massage or private shopping tour experiences are available to pre-book.
Overnight in Riad Maiepa, Marrakech · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 8
Essaouira
Travel towards the coastal town of Essaouira, stopping at Val d'Argan, the second-largest producer of Moroccan wines. Here you enjoy a winery visit, tasting and lunch. Then continue to Essaouira and visit a local cheese producer. You learn how Moroccan goat cheese is made, and there are also plenty of samples.
Overnight in Riad Mimouna, Essaouira · Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 9
Essaouira Old Medina
Take a guided morning tour of Essaouira's old medina, exploring its charming artist-filled streets. You also see the old Portuguese fortifications, used as filming locations for Game of Thrones and John Wick. Then, in the late afternoon, return to Marrakech for a farewell dining experience at Palais Dar Soukkar.
Overnight in Riad Maiepa, Marrakech · Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
DAY 10
The End of the Food and Wine Adventure in Morocco
No activities are planned, so you are free to leave at any time after breakfast. However, we can arrange additional accommodation or optional activities if you wish to stay longer. We will also arrange your airport transfer to suit your departure flight.
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Included & Excluded
What’s Included
Arrival and departure transfers
Transportation with a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole tour
All accommodation as shown or of a similar quality – 8 nights riad, 1 night hotel
Daily breakfast, plus lunch and dinner as shown in the itinerary
Services of local expert English speaking guides
All visits/stops as mentioned in the program
What’s Not Included
International travel to the start and end point – contact us for information and flight options
Any airport taxes
Travel insurance
Any visa requirements
Drinks
Items of a personal nature
Tips for driver and guide
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Prices shown are per person, based on double or twin room occupancy. Also, get in touch if you'd like to check availability or discuss a private departure on different dates.
Good to Know
Travel Information
Safety, Passport, Visa and Health Information
We strongly recommend that you check your government's travel advisory for up-to-date information and advice about your destination. For example, it covers safety and security, entry requirements, health, local laws and customs. For UK citizens, check the latest Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice for Morocco.
British nationals don't need a visa to enter Morocco for tourism for up to 3 months. However, make sure your passport is stamped on entry. Some tourists have had difficulties leaving without an entry stamp. In addition, the Moroccan Consulate General in London advises on passport validity. Your passport should be valid for at least 3 months on your date of entry. It also shouldn't be damaged, because this has led to entry refusals.
At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest country-specific health advice. The National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) publishes this on the TravelHealthPro website. It is also a condition of booking with Our Local Tour that you have adequate valid travel insurance. This must fully cover medical expenses and emergency repatriation, including medical emergency helicopter evacuation. Moreover, it must cover the entire duration of your holiday and all activities you intend to undertake, including optional activities.
What to Bring
Lightweight clothing is essential. However, a warmer jumper is advisable for cooler evenings in the mountains. A light raincoat is also a good idea. Lightweight comfortable shoes/trainers and sandals are ideal, and we recommend waterproof footwear.
Please allow yourself one main piece of luggage and a day-sack. You're expected to carry your own baggage, so don't overload yourself. For example, a soft wheely bag may be easier to manage than a suitcase. We also recommend a sunhat, sunscreen, a torch, insect repellent and a water bottle. Finally, we suggest a solar charger for your phone and other electronics.
While You're There
The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is the local currency. Larger restaurants, hotels and some souk shops accept most major credit cards, especially Visa and Mastercard. ATMs are also available in larger towns. However, service can be erratic in smaller ones. In addition, travellers' cheques are best avoided.
Moroccan cuisine blends Mediterranean, Arabic, Jewish, Persian, West African and Berber influences. For example, it ranges from elaborate multi-course diffa feasts to quick roadside brochettes. Tagines are the national staple. In addition, Djemaa el Fna square in Marrakech is famous for its after-dark street food stalls. Alcohol laws are fairly liberal for non-Muslim visitors in tourist areas. However, the law does not permit drinking in view of a mosque or during Ramadan. Waiting staff also expect a tip for satisfactory service. This is usually up to 5 dirhams on small bills or around 10% on larger ones.
Morocco has a diverse climate. The Mediterranean coast is warm, while the continental interior is hotter and drier. The south is hot and dry. However, night temperatures there can drop dramatically in December and January. Rain falls November to March on the coast. Meanwhile, the shoulder seasons of April-May and September-November are the best time to avoid extremes of heat. Morocco uses type C, E and F plugs, on a 220-240V supply.
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