19 independent reviews for Morocco cultural tour
Reviews for Morocco cultural tour
Grace Kemp review 30 Mar 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The home stay in the high Atlas Mountains, absolutely perfect.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be prepared to fall in love with Morroco!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes definitely.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
The itinerary was great, really varied. It gave us a great insight into Morocco as a whole:just the right mix of town and rural stays!Phil Pitcher review 29 Feb 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Camel ride in the Sahara, mule up into the high Andes.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Read the advice given, relax and enjoy yourself. The journey is much better with a supportive and happy group.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Wonderful experience, led by a first rate guide.Zenta Serzante review 22 Jan 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Loved the diversity of it! Sleeping in the mountain village cottage under few covers, while strong winds were blowing outside. Walking in Todra Gorge and having thyme tea with Berbers was very nice! Sleeping in the desert and the camel ride to sunset.Visiting medinas. I loved Essaouira. All the trip was well planned!2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Have an open mind and enjoy the trip!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, I think so.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was great experience! All local guides were very knowledgeable and good! Special thanks to our tour guide Omar Bouredda for his kindnesses and patience!He was here all the time ready to help with any problem or inquiry, advising us or in the choice of local food or taking us to pharmacy as from the beginning we managed to bring some virus in our group and shared it. He dealt well with our different levels of fitness and offering alternatives. Without him our trip wouldn't be the same!Tracy Saunders review 6 Apr 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Sitting listening to the camels "talking" to one another while the others were on the dune and I was sitting alone with them. Precious moment.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Morocco is a warm, hot country, but, up in the mountains it was very, very cold and the guest house had only a fire to warm us and no heat in the bedrooms. Don't forget to bring warm layers, but if necessary, you can rent a jacket and gloves from a shop down below.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I hope so.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
I would give it a 7.5 in general; I would score higher mostly because of Mohammed our guide. One down experience was having my telephone stolen in Marrakesh. It was one of those unfortunate unguarded moments we all try to hard to avoid.While I liked Morocco in general, and the people in particular, I don't think I would return.Elizabeth Standard review 16 Mar 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
It was my first time in Morocco and there were so many unexpected things, most astonishing being the fat and happy stray cats and dogs. Moroccans feed them all the time, so they are amazingly relaxed and unafraid of humans. But riding the camel was unforgettable, the best!2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Have clothing for both warm and cold conditions and a curious heart.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, by staying in local hotels and using local guides, I felt that my money was going to local people and businesses.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
8.5 out of 10. It would have been nice to have a little more free time, but it was a lot of ground to cover in the time. Also, the hotels/riads were ok to nice in general, but the hot water was not always available.Elizabeth Stelz review 14 Jan 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Learning about the history and culture of Morocco. It's fascinating.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
We went in Dec/Jan. The days are nice and not too cold but the nights, especially in the Sahara desert, are really cold... especially the night in a tent. Also, the accommodations are fine but low or no water pressure and sometimes no hot water should be expected.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
It definitely benefited local people.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Very good vacation and our guide was excellent!Colin Duncan review 18 Nov 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
High level walk at Todra Gorge, camel rides at sunset and sunrise at Sahara camp, Rabat.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Ignore advice that shorts are not acceptable in Morocco: times have changed. Customs on arrival in Casablanca: you require not only passport, but your boarding card from your last flight, and name of hotel where you are staying that night. This caused delays as many passengers were not ready to supply all this info. Temperatures at Sahara camp and Atlas mountains not cold enough for warm clothes/sleeping bags. Perhaps we were lucky?3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes: all three4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Superb value. Wonderful, varied itinerary. Brilliant local guides with excellent, clear English and superb knowledge, delivered with humour and evident enjoyment.Kevin Wright review 21 May 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Being immersed in the daily lives and culture of the Moroccan people. We sipped tea with people in their homes. The places where we stayed were guesthouses run by families. We ate family style Moroccan meals made with locally sourced ingredients. We shopped in the medinas with folks purchasing food and goods to support their daily lives.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be prepared for the intensity of the trip. Bring hiking poles. You have a couple of opportunities to do laundry so you can pack more lightly. Dress for women is not as strict as suggested by the tour operator. For example, head coverings were not required but modest dress is encouraged. Carry your passport and money in a waist belt. Be careful with the water and be prepared for a bout of the tummy bug.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. We stayed in small, locally owned places and ate in small cafes. We were introduced to local crafts people and encouraged to purchase their wares. Our guide bought large bottles of water so we would not all be purchasing small bottles.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent! Our guide was outstanding, very knowledgeable and highly conscientious.Liesbeth Reyskens review 16 Apr 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
I loved that our guide knew the people we met personally. Family-run hotels greet her like a friend; this is very nice.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
It is quite high paced; very little free time off. Make sure they are aware of that.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
For me the environmental impact could be smaller even. I know it’s hard; but they still serve plastic straws to tourists everywhere in a fruit juice, all over Morocco.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Adventurous and high paced; seeiing a lot of different locations.Wayne Wright review 5 Dec 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Fez, Sahara and Todra Gorge hike.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Read up a little on architecture and interior design first.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Very very definitely some funds flowed directly to locals…especially home meals and teas.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent…and our guide was exceptionally outstanding.Nicole Fall review 8 Sep 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Visiting the nomadic family at Todra Gorge. We also really liked our guide Jihad because he was calm, easy going and very kind -- the right qualities for a tour leader bringing together 11 very different personalities in the group.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Bring ear plugs, travel pillow and eye mask. Accommodation is basic and bus journeys are long, so be prepared with headphones, lots of music and podcasts. For vegetarians, bring a few protein bars because there are a few days in the middle of the trip when food becomes just vegetables and cous cous with no other options.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
We had a memorable holiday that made a lifetime of memories. However, the basic holiday option which we picked, might not be right for everyone since there are a few days in the middle of the trip which felt like 'filler days' due to the sheer number of days needed to travel from point to point.Stephanie Chapelliquen review 9 Sep 2021
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Staying with a local family in their village, sharing in homemade meals, and playing with the incredibly charming kids2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Leave room in your suitcase (and/or bring a packable second bag) for all the souvenirs. You likely don’t need as many shoes as you think (hiking boots, flip flops, & walking shoes should suffice), and you’ll have laundry available and/or can hand wash in the sink3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, definitely4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was a great trip, but important for people to be open-minded and leave their expectations at home, this is North Africa after allRichard Peters review 13 May 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The huge variety of activities we did over the two weeks; from castles, the old medinas to Roman ruins, camel riding in the desert to walking in the Atlas mountains. Yousseff our guide was brilliant; very knowledgeable and although we packed a lot in, we never felt hassled.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
If you want to see Morocco and go off the betaen track, this is the trip to do.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
It certainly benefited local people we met - from having meals with local fmilies to calling in for tea with families of nomads.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It couldn't have been better for me.Ann Howard review 22 Apr 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Meeting local people.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Consider the amount of travel involved..... Long days in the minibus can be tiring.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes did benefit local people ie guides, local restaurants.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Very good, well organised, fabulous guide. This holiday certainly gives you a good overview of a wonderful country.Jeanette Woodman review 22 Nov 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Staying in the Sahara2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Just enjoy. It was all taken care of3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely. The operator went to great lengths to use local guides where possible. Also they have a great philosophy.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Awesome holiday. Our tour leader Khalad was exceptional. He was extremely patient and tried to accommodate everyone. He was very passionate and knowledgeable.Vittoria Carbone review 14 May 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The desert. So different from everything I know....2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Check the weather forecast before going there! I was sure it have been warm beginning of May and instead a part from Marrakech and the desert it was always so cold!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definetely benefited local people. Not really reducing environmental impacts or supported conservation.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It has been a fantastic trip. Very tiring but this tour allows to see the many different faces of Morocco: cities, countryside, desert.Emilia Majcher review 19 Dec 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Variety of landscapes, very efficient guide, nice and welcoming people.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Take some warm clothes if you want to visit Morocco in winter.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
10/10Lynette Crowe review 5 Nov 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Had an amazing trip, our tour guide Abdoul & driver Samira were fantastic as were all our other guides. The highlight for me was the Berber family we stayed with and meeting Abdouls family. Am grateful for the time and insight into their family lives and work loads. Met and had a fantastic time with the other people on the tour.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Look into and Respect other cultures before travelling.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, our group was very respectful of another culture4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Amazing, insightful, 10 out of 10Philip Leavey review 24 Oct 2016
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Climbing up to the Kasbah at Ait Benhaddoo and watching the sunset over the Atlas Mountains followed by the moon rising from the opposite horizon2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Enjoy the experiences and don't worry about any minor discomforts3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Very much as local people and businesses benefited4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
We were fortunate to have had such a great experienceHoliday Reviews
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