Africa Local culture Trips

The Grand Tour of Morocco was one of many highlights and contrasts, from busy souks, tanneries, mosques, deserts and the high atlas mountains. Our excellent guide Hassan made our trip run smoothly and always gave our group of 8 an orientation tour when we arrived in a new place. Restaurants and cafes were booked for us, many with upstairs views of the surrounding area. Having separate guides in Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen and Meknes gave us a greater insight into those places and the Moroccan way of life. We were welcomed into a family home of the driver,( mint tea and sweet delights) a Berber home of Mohammed and Miriam for a Moroccan lunch. We had several long days of driving, stopping frequently for comfort and photo breaks but were rewarded with stunning scenery, busy markets and watching Moroccans going about their daily lives. We visited community projects- argan oil production, potteries, weavers, silver artwork and many more. A great trip to see Morocco- full circle.

I had a great time in my tour. We were a small group of 4, ably led by our tour leader, Ibrahim, who was fantastic. It was a great opportunity to learn more about the history, culture and religions of Morocco. I particularly enjoyed my time in Essouira, the Atlas Mountains and Afensou Valley hikes, and lunches at the homes of the local families. The pace of the hikes was just right and the landscapes and itinerary were interesting. Explore however, needs to revisit the itinerary. It was a little disappointing to have the Tinmel mosque that was destroyed in the recent earthquake still on the itinerary when it's mostly now rubble. With respect to accommodations, the single room at the riad in Essaoira was not suitable. Additionally, the trip notes and joining instructions were generic and not specific to our tour. Finally, parts of the tour felt geared towards making us buy things, but I guess that's par for the course in tourism. Overall, it was a great trip.

After three years of back 2 back beach vacations, I was ready for something different and Morocco was it in every way. This tour struck the perfect balance between cultural immersion, historical wonder, and breathtaking natural beauty. The itinerary flowed seamlessly taking us from the wide boulevards of Casablanca to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, the alleys of Fez and the dunes of the Sahara. Our guide, Layla, was phenomenal. She was warm, endlessly knowledgeable, and the kind of person who anticipates questions before you even ask. She brought every stop to life, whether we were walking through the historic Medina of Fez or standing in awe before the architectural marvel of the Hassan II Mosque. One of my personal highlights was the Todra Gorge. As someone who’s hiked canyons in Arizona and Utah, I can honestly say this was even more dramatic. It had sheer walls that glowed orange in the sun and a stillness that felt almost sacred. The camel ride to our desert camp in Merzouga was unforgettable. Watching the sun dip below the dunes, then sharing dinner and music under the stars with fellow travelers made for a night I’ll always remember. You can say it was a beautiful moment to be cherished forever. The hotels exceeded expectations. They were clean, comfortable, and full of authentic Moroccan touches like tiled courtyards and lantern lit lounges. Sure, some days involved long drives, but the scenery made them feel like part of the adventure. We passed through ancient kasbahs, date palm oases, and tiny villages. The team took care of everything with precision and warmth. From airport pickups to luggage handling it all just worked. For the price and what’s included, this tour is an incredible value. I returned home feeling enriched!

A great tour full of variety. Although there was a fair amount of travelling involved, it was definitely worth it for all the different experiences we had . Visiting local families and eating with them , alongside walking in the mountains were a highlight for me. Hassan was a wonderful guide, informative, kind and caring to all. He took us to some amazing local restaurants every night, which we would never have found!

Our tour leader was excellent, very knowledgeable and attentive. He knew some great restaurants too. The itinerary was varied and gave a great flavour of Morocco, beyond the beach or Soulja which most visitors probably see.

Just finished the Intro Sri Lanka experience and wow it was definitely an unforgettable experience! Our tour leader Matt went above and beyond - he was super knowledgable, fun, organised and passionate. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide and group, we all bonded day 1 and laughed non stop for 12 days straight! We are even talking about having a reunion next year in South Africa. The tour itself is a perfect blend of cultural experiences, stunning beaches and hikes, animal conservation and delish food. This is my second tour with Intro and couldn’t recommend enough. Thanks again Matt for sharing your love of such a beautiful country ❤️🇱🇰