Faculty-led travel courses · Africa
Morocco Faculty-Led Travel Course
Morocco has a long history shaped by Amazigh, Arab and European influences, which are still visible in its cities today. Students visit Casablanca, explore the souks of Rabat and walk the narrow lanes of Fes.
Good to know
- Language
- Arabic and Amazigh; French widely used
- Currency
- Moroccan dirham (MAD)
- Best season
- March–May or September–November
- Typical length
- 10–14 days (customizable)
Highlights
What students will see and do
- Hassan II MosqueCompleted in 1993 on the Atlantic coast in Casablanca, it has one of the tallest minarets in the world.
- RabatThe capital has a UNESCO-listed historic center, the Kasbah of the Udayas and lively souks.
- Fes medinaFes el-Bali is among the world's largest car-free urban areas and is listed by UNESCO.
- Al-QarawiyyinFounded in 859 in Fes, it is often described as the oldest continuously operating university in the world.
- SouksTraditional markets where artisans sell leather, metalwork, ceramics and textiles.
- Atlas MountainsA mountain range crossing Morocco, home to many Amazigh villages.
Faculty-led travel courses
Courses that fit Morocco
Professors build their own syllabus; ARAMFO arranges the visits that bring it to life.
Art, Architecture & HistoryCourses could study Islamic architecture, Moorish design and the traditional crafts of the medinas.
Psychology, Sociology & Social WorkStudents could examine Amazigh, Arab and European influences on identity and language in Morocco.
Business & EntrepreneurshipA course could look at artisan trade, tourism and export industries in a North African economy.
Education & Teacher PreparationStudents could explore multilingual education in Arabic, Amazigh and French.
Map
Where you will go
Academic and professional visits
- A local university
- An artisan cooperative
- A historic medina restoration project
- A multilingual school
Visits are chosen with the professor to match the course.
Itinerary
Sample itinerary
A starting point only — every trip is adjusted to your course, dates and budget.
Customizable. This sample shows the kinds of visits and places available. Days, pace and academic visits are built around your course.
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Day 1
Arrival in Casablanca
Arrive in Morocco's largest city and economic capital.
- Airport arrival and transfer to the hotel
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Day 2
University Conference, Day One
Meet Moroccan professors and students in your field at a full-day academic conference.
- Full-day conference at Hassan II University of Casablanca
- Exchange with Moroccan faculty and students
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Day 3
University Conference, Day Two
Continue the academic exchange with joint sessions and discussion in your area of expertise.
- Second full-day session at Hassan II University of Casablanca
- Discussion with Moroccan faculty and students
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Day 4
Casablanca to Marrakech
Travel south to the imperial city at the foot of the Atlas Mountains.
- Drive from Casablanca to Marrakech
- Hotel check-in and evening at leisure
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Day 5
Marrakech to Essaouira
Explore Marrakech's souks, then head to the Atlantic coast through argan country.
- Half day in the Marrakech souks
- Drive to Essaouira
- Stop to see goats in argan trees and a women's argan cooperative
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Day 6
Essaouira
Spend the day in the walled port city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ramparts and fishing harbor.
- Medina and ramparts
- Fishing port
- Free time in Essaouira
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Day 7
Essaouira to Dades Gorge
A long and scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains into southern Morocco.
- Drive via Marrakech and Ouarzazate
- Arrival at Dades Gorge
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Day 8
Gorges to the Sahara
Continue through dramatic canyons to the edge of the Sahara Desert.
- Dades Gorge and Todra Gorge
- Erfoud town
- Arrival at the Merzouga dunes
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Day 9
Merzouga to Fes
Cross the Middle Atlas via oasis towns and cedar forests to reach Fes.
- Rissani, the old capital of Tafilalet
- Midelt and the cedar forests of Azrou
- Ifrane and arrival in Fes
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Day 10
Fes el-Bali
Walk through one of the largest car-free medieval urban areas in the world and its traditional crafts.
- Bou Inania Madrasa
- Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts and Crafts
- The Mellah, carpenters' souk and the tanneries
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Day 11
Fes to Chefchaouen
Travel north through the Rif Mountains to the blue-painted mountain town.
- Drive through the Rif Mountains
- Arrival in Chefchaouen
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Day 12
Chefchaouen to Rabat
Continue to Morocco's capital, on the Atlantic coast.
- Drive from Chefchaouen to Rabat
- Hotel check-in and evening at leisure
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Day 13
Departure Day
Transfer to Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca and fly home.
- Transfer from Rabat to Casablanca airport
From past trips
Students' experiences
What is included
ARAMFO arranges everything
You choose the dates and the airport your group flies from. We handle the logistics and the academic visits so you can focus on teaching.
3–6 credit hours, offered through your own department · 8+ students and the professor's travel cost is covered by ARAMFO · Your dates and your departure airport
- Airfare from your preferred airport
- Hotels or student housing
- Meals as set out in the itinerary
- Transportation in the host country
- Tour guides and entrance fees
- University, company and professional visits
- A native guide with the group for the whole trip
- Customized dates and itinerary
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