Transat launches packages, tours & excursions for Morocco

Transat launched packages, tours and excursions in Morocco on Thursday (Nov. 23) as it soon becomes the only airline in North America to offer non-stop flights to Marrakesh.

The service out of Montreal, first announced at the end of October, will operate twice a week next year in the summer (June to October) and once a week in the winter (November to April) aboard a new-generation Airbus A321LR aircraft.

From June 12 to October 24, 2024, flights between Montreal and Marrakesh will be offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The service will then continue once a week, on Saturdays, until April 20, 2025.

READ MORE: Air Transat to offer exclusive year-round service from Montreal to Marrakech

With new packages, the tour operator is highlighting Morocco's must-sees, as well as cultural and historical richness.

"Travelling is much more than a simple trip, it is an adventure that broadens our horizons," stated Joseph Adamo, chief sales and marketing officer at Transat. "With our new product offering in Morocco, we are paving the way for unforgettable memories and authentic discoveries. Morocco has never been more accessible to Canadians, and we are delighted to accompany them on this adventure."

At a glance

Transat now offers a variety of accommodation options in Marrakesh and Agadir, with breakfast, half-board or all-inclusive options.

For those seeking a seaside atmosphere, there’s accommodations in Agadir, where golden beaches and views of the Atlantic Ocean await travellers.

For total immersion in the vibrant heart of Morocco, its hotels at the centre of Marrakesh offer contemporary elegance, while those seeking relaxation and well-being can turn to its properties in the Marrakesh Palm Grove, for a serene experience in lush gardens.

Transat also offers a selection of riads in Marrakesh, with their typical interior patios, colourful mosaics, and unrivalled hospitality.

The tour operator has unveiled a new selection of Morocco tours, offering an opportunity to explore.

Whether travel enthusiasts wish to discover the rich culture of Marrakesh, to explore the country's diverse landscapes, or to immerse themselves in the imperial cities, the tours promise “a memorable journey to the heart of this jewel of North Africa.”

Morocco tours

The tour operator has a selection of Morocco tours. They include: 

• Kasbah and Oasis by 4x4 (9 days): This tour visits Marrakesh, a city brimming with history, culture and beauty, as well as other iconic sites such as Ouarzazate, the Todra Gorges, and the famous dunes of Merzouga, where travellers will experience a night in a bivouac.
  
  
• Marrakesh, Fes & Desert (9 days): This tour ombines landscapes and cultural discoveries. From Casablanca to Marrakesh, via Fes and the Todra Gorges, each stage offers moments and total immersion in Moroccan culture.
  
  
• Imperial Cities (9 days): The tour features the four imperial cities of Morocco. Each day reveals new treasures to explore, from the bustling alleys of Marrakesh to the oldest imperial city, Fes, via the gardens of Rabat and Meknes, an open-air museum. 

• Imperial Cities and North (9 days): This adventure visits Casablanca, Asilah, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis and Fes, where guests will discover architecture, medinas, and Morocco's rich cultural heritage.
  
  
• Grand Tour of Morocco (16 days): This tour begins in Marrakesh, then moves on to Essaouira, Oualidia and El Jadida, Casablanca and Rabat. The journey continues through the Erfoud desert and the dunes of Merzouga, offering a night under the stars. It concludes with the Todra gorges, the Dades Valley, the Kasbah of Ait Ben-Haddou and back to Marrakesh.

The tours, based on double-occupancy accommodation, includes many meals and visits included. In addition, by booking 60 days before departure, clients can save up to $500 per couple.

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