The San Diego Diplomacy Council invites you and your guest to join our private delegation for a journey through Morocco. Morocco’s location at the crossroads of Europe and Africa has endowed the country with a richness of culture and heritage preserved and perpetuated to this day. Organizers expect this trip to reach capacity so enroll today to guarantee your spot.
Join our journey through the country's diverse food, music, customs, and architecture as well as a deep dive into the Moroccan legal and political system. Today Morocco is a thriving society embracing modernity and diversity. Our delegation will learn about Morocco’s social fabric and political systems, rewarding the open-minded traveler with a better understanding of the nature of Islam, challenging many popular preconceptions from the western world.
Our 6-night core package trip includes 1 night in The White city, Casablanca, 3 nights in the country's cultural capital Fes, and 2 nights in the cosmopolitan political capital of Rabat.
Add to your Core Package with one of the extensions below:
9-night package (CORE + Marrakech): Core program above with an additional 3-nights pre-trip in Marrakech.
12-night package (CORE + Sahara and Marrakech): Core program above with an additional excursion into the Sahara Desert and 2-nights in Marrakech.
Please note: The 12-night package includes 1 night in Casablanca before departing for the desert for 2 nights, 1 night enroute between the desert and Marrakech, and 2 nights in the in Marrakech before joining the 6-night core program.
This program will require high-intensity walking on uneven and sometimes hilly cobblestone streets and stairs where an elevator may not be available. Participants must be able to walk unassisted.
CLE CREDITS ANTICIPATED.
Itineraries are subject to change. All meetings & activities are subject to final confirmation, cultural calendars pending. CLE Abroad terms & conditions apply to this program.
CLE Abroad, a division of Travel de Novo LLC, is a registered Seller of Travel (CST# 2140365-40). All customer funds are held in a trust account and safeguarded for the exclusive use of your program and related services.
Registrations received prior to September 30, 2026 are eligible for the following discounts:
NEW TRAVELERS: Enter code EARLYBIRD for $250 off per person.
PAST/RETURNING TRAVELERS: Enter code LOYAL for $500 off per person.
Please note: Package prices may increase for signups after October 15, 2026 due to a limited number of rooms and services available at negotiated group rates.
72-Hour Cancellation Window
Participants may always cancel within 72 hours of booking for a full refund, provided the booking is made at least 45 days prior to the program start date.
Cancellations are subject to the following schedule, based on the date the written cancellation request is received:
Cancellations 105 days or more prior to the program start date (on or before October 1, 2026): Full refund.
Cancellations between 104-80 days prior to the program start date (between October 2, 2026 and October 26, 2026): $1,000 administrative cancellation fee per participant will apply.
Cancellations between 79-50 days prior to the program start date (between October 26, 2026 and November 25, 2026): 50% cancellation fee per participant will apply.
Cancellations within 49 days of the program start date (after November 26, 2026): Full program cost. No refunds will be issued.
Participants may request future program credit instead of applicable refunds, subject to CLE Abroad approval. Any credits issued must be used within 18 months and are non-transferable.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is highly recommended in case you are unable to travel and have incurred one of the cancellation penalties noted above.
Acknowledgment Requirement
Participants must review and acknowledge the full Terms and Conditions, including Cancellation Terms, at Check-out.
Additional Services
Individually requested services (such as extra hotel nights or special arrangements) may be non-refundable once confirmed and paid.
Would you like to arrive early and start the tour fully refreshed? If participants elect to arrive ahead of the program start date, the hotel will customarily extend the negotiated group rate. We kindly ask that requests for additional nights be made at least 60 days prior to arrival as the hotel may not honor group rates for last-minute requests. Please send your request to team@cle-abroad.com. Subject to availability. Prices vary depending on Room Category.
Please take note that airfare to/from Morocco is not included. Please plan your air travel according to your corresponding registration.
For those on the Sahara Desert Pre-Trip Excursion your international flight arrivals should be booked to arrive at Casablanca International Airport (CMN) on Thursday, January 14 (or earlier).
For those on the Marrakech Pre-Trip Excursion your international flight arrivals should be booked to arrive in Marrakech Airport (RAK) on Sunday, January 17th (or earlier)
For those on the Core Only Program, Wednesday, January 20th is ARRIVAL DAY at Mohammed V International Airport Casablanca (CMN). Airport transfers are included in the trip cost with the first group activity taking place at approximately 3pm inside the group hotel.
DEPARTURE DAY for all program options is Tuesday, January 26th from Casablanca (CMN) airport. Transfers from Rabat to Casablanca are included in the cost of the program and will be scheduled based on your flight times.
Please do not purchase non-refundable flights until you have received confirmation from Team@cle-abroad.com.
Select Hotel or Riad Accommodations including daily breakfast
Airport transfers included for all participants, arrival and departure
Group Meals as described in itinerary (including tips)
Full time tour leader and specialized local guides
Fascinating speaking engagements with Legal Experts, Business Leaders & Academics
Private ground transportation and guided walking tours, touring and all city-to-city transfers
Admission to all museums and public buildings listed in itinerary
Comprehensive Travel Tips, Pre-Trip Conference call & U.S. Based Customer Service Team
1-way flight from Casablanca to Zagora Airport for the Sahara Desert Extension only
Roundtrip airfare to/from Morocco.
For those who wish to arrive ahead of the program and need extra nights, please send requests to team@cle-abroad.com. Subject to availability.
Additional meals not provided in itinerary or additional/upgraded drinks not included in group meals
Suggested Tips for drivers and local guides.
Incidentals / Individual hotel expenses (e.g., mini bar, room services, laundry fees)
Trip Cancellation Insurance is recommended.
Please note that there are service fees of 3.0% - 3.5% when paying by credit card whereas bank transfers do not incur any fees.