Morocco: Stories in Stone

DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED

Dates: December 3 – 12, 2026

Trip Preview Meeting to learn more: Mon, February 9th 2026 from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm. You can register for this meeting and attend in-person or online. This session will be recorded, as well. Registration for this exciting adventure opens on Friday, March 27th at 10 am.

Description: Join Osher’s 2026 Morocco Adventure and experience the magic of this vibrant country on a thoughtfully planned journey from December 3–12, 2026. Travel with the comfort of an accompanying Osher staff member and enjoy seamless arrangements, including roundtrip flights, first-class accommodations in Rabat, Fez, Casablanca, and Marrakesh, and expertly guided sightseeing throughout. Wander Rabat’s storied landmarks, explore Fez’s bustling souks and tanneries, and savor a special home-hosted dinner with a local family. Discover the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, step inside the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque, and learn to create traditional Moroccan dishes during a hands-on cooking class. In Marrakesh, admire the ornate Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace, ride a horse-drawn carriage through lively Djemaa el Fna Square, and visit a women’s Argan Oil cooperative. A full-day excursion to the seaside gem of Essouira adds the perfect coastal touch to this rich cultural experience. This immersive adventure invites curious travelers who are comfortable with daily walking and eager to explore Morocco’s history, flavors, and warm hospitality.

Osher’s 2026 Morocco Adventure

Includes:

An Osher staff member leading the group from start to finish

Charter service between Milwaukee and O’Hare

Roundtrip flights between the US and Morocco

Ground transfers between airports and hotels

8 nights in first class accommodations, including:

               2 nights in Rabat

               2 nights in Fez

               1 night in Casablanca

               3 nights in Marrakesh

Hotel taxes, fees, and porterage services

15 meals, including: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners

Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern, air-conditioned coach

Local, English-speaking guides

Entrance fees for all group activities

UWM travel abroad insurance through CISI

Gratuities for local tour manager and drivers

Special Features

• During the city tour of Rabat, view the Royal Palace, Oudaya Kasbah and Hassan Tower

• Tour a vineyard to learn about wine production and sample some of the white and red wines.

• In Fez, walk through the bustling Old Quarter with its souks and tanneries

• Enjoy a special home hosted dinner with a local family in Fez

• Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Visit the interior of Hassan II Mosque, build to commemorate the former king’s 60th birthday

• Explore Marrakesh with its 16th century Saadian Tombs, towering Koutoubia Minaret, and opulent Bahia Palace

• Participate in a cooking class and learn how to prepare traditional Moroccan tajine and salads, then savor your delicious meal.

• Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through Djemaa el Fna Square and the lively streets of Marrakesh

• Stop at the Marjana Co-Operative to view traditional methods of extracting Argan Oil reputedly rich in nutrients and antioxidants beneficial to skin and hair

• Spend a day in Essouira, a seaside resort city on Morocco’s Atlantic Coast, and tour the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to shop among the artisans and craftsman, renowned for their quality spices and handcrafted silver jewelry.

Is This Trip Right for You?

Pace: Expect 3-4 hours of walking every touring day, as well as considerable time standing.

Terrain: On this tour, you may need to walk on uneven and challenging terrain, navigate steep steps or slopes, and encounter

cobblestone streets.

Passports: Passports must be valid until June 13, 2027.

Trip Pricing: Will be determined soon. $1,500 deposit due at registration, half of remaining balance due by Friday, April 17, 2026.

Final Balance due Friday, May 29, 2026.