Moroccan Discovery

This land of dramatic contrasts invites us to encounter its ancient ruins, sacred mosques, endless desert, storied mountains, imposing kasbahs, and spirited souks.

Moroccan Discovery

This land of dramatic contrasts invites us to encounter its ancient ruins, sacred mosques, endless desert, storied mountains, imposing kasbahs, and spirited souks.

Highlights

  • Visit seaside Rabat, enjoy lunch in a private home, and see imperial Meknes and Volubilis Roman ruins.
  • Explore Fez with its fascinating medina, have dinner in a family-run riad, and visit scenic Aït ben-Haddou.
  • Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach Erfoud and experience a sunset camel ride along the Sahara’s dunes.
  • Encounter the spectacular snow-topped High Atlas, including the dramatic Todra Gorge.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Casablanca, Morocco
Day 2: Arrive in Casablanca | Rabat
Day 3: Rabat
Day 4: Rabat | Meknes | Volubilis | Fez
Day 5: Fez
Day 6: Fez
Day 7: Fez | Midelt | Erfoud
Day 8: Erfoud | Rissani | Mezouga
Day 9: Erfoud | Tinehir | Todra Gorge | Ouarzazate
Day 10: Ouarzazate | Ait ben-Haddou | Marrakech
Day 11: Marrakech
Day 12: Marrakech
Day 13: Marrakech | Casablanca
Day 14: Depart for U.S.

Host

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Gabriella Scarlatta

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and Professor of French

Fun fact

I am Italian but teach French literature and culture, and consider myself a citizen of the world as I love to travel and discover new places. I truly enjoy traveling with our alumni as I learn all about their time at UM and how the university has evolved during the years.

U-M Role

Gabriella Scarlatta, Provost and Professor of French at the UM-Dearborn, is thrilled to be hosting Wolverines throughout this Moroccan journey. As a devoted Francophile, she is eager to discover the culture, art, civilization and of course, the food, of this wonderful country. Most of all, through her experience in leading Wolverines throughout the world, she looks forward to meeting new people and sharing her love of travel and adventure with them.

Trip Experience

I have never been to Morocco and I am very excited to see the trip sites, including Marrakech, Casablanca and Fez. I’m eager to meet the local people and learn about their culture.

Waitlist Only
Jan. 14-27, 2025

Starting price

$6,579

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Morocco

Activity Level

Medium
Jan. 14-27, 2025

Starting price

$6,579
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Morocco

Activity Level

Medium
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