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The Moorish Trail 2025
10 days from Madrid to Casablanca
Tour Description:
Follow the Moorish trail starting from Madrid, Spain and ending in Casablanca, Morocco. Discover the elegant Spanish capital on the sightseeing tour with a local guide, and then proceed to explore the pearls of Andalusia: spend three nights in Cordoba, the city featuring the Mezquita; and get to know Malaga, birthplace of Picasso on the Costa del Sol. Andalusia is associated with passionate flamenco, sunny countryside and a fascinating Moorish past, and crossing the Gibraltar Straight is the natural step to get a taste of real Moroccan culture. Immerse yourself in the northern region of this fascinating and exotic country. From the capital of Spain to the foot of the Moroccan Atlas Mountains, enjoy the diversity of views, flavors and sounds on this affordable journey of a lifetime.
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Dates & Pricing
| Wednesday 28 May 25 — Saturday 07 Jun 25 | Starting at $2,129 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 11 Jun 25 — Saturday 21 Jun 25 | Starting at $2,129 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 25 Jun 25 — Saturday 05 Jul 25 | Starting at $2,129 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 03 Sep 25 — Saturday 13 Sep 25 | Starting at $2,129 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 17 Sep 25 — Saturday 27 Sep 25 | Starting at $2,129 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 01 Oct 25 — Saturday 11 Oct 25 | Starting at $2,099 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 15 Oct 25 — Saturday 25 Oct 25 | Starting at $2,099 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 29 Oct 25 — Saturday 08 Nov 25 | Starting at $2,029 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 12 Nov 25 — Saturday 22 Nov 25 | Starting at $1,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. And that's not all! Travel from Europe to Africa by ferry across the Straits of Gibraltar. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!
MEALS
MEALS ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
Welcome to Spain! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Spain’s capital using your CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome meeting
Day 2
Discover Madrid on the guided orientation tour with a Local Guide who will help you discover the city with some insider information
Day 3
Valdepeñas is a wine-making area with an excellent Designation of Origin. On the town orientation, see the Plaza de España Square, with its white and blue façades, and the Asunción Parish Church, a beautiful Renaissance building. Visit the local wine museum to get an insight into the history and the cultural notions surrounding wine. Drive south to Cordoba, famous around the world for its Great Mosque, where you spend three nights.
Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km
Day 4
The historic old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with little streets ready to be explored, courtyards full of flowers, inviting squares and lively taverns. Learn more about the city on the walking tour with a Local Guide who will also take you to visit the Mezquita, one of the most beautiful examples of Muslim art in Spain. After the Christian conquest in 1523, the cathedral was built inside, and features highlights such as the main altarpiece, the Baroque altarpiece, and the mahogany choir stalls
Day 5
The day is free for you to discover Cordoba on your own or join an optional day trip to Seville to explore with a Local Guide this very special city for the of the grandeur of its monuments and charming neighborhoods such as Triana, birthplace of many flamenco artists. See the Giralda Tower, the Cathedral, the Real Alcázar, and the monumental Plaza de España, featuring 52 mosaic-tiled benches representing all the provinces of the country
Day 6
Visit Malaga, the capital of the Costa del Sol, and discover the historic spots and the hometown of painter Pablo Picasso on the guided sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Continue south to Mijas, set on the hills overlooking the Mediterranean.
Today’s Distance: 124 mi/ 199 km
Day 7
Take a ferry across the legendary Strait of Gibraltar, a few miles of water separating Europe from Africa, and arrive in Tangier.
Today’s Distance (by coach): 83 mi/ 135 km
Day 8
The streets of « White »Tangier are lined with lime-coated houses. Just like Delacroix or Matisse did upon their arrival, get carried away by the uniqueness of the city. At the foot of the high walls of the "Kasbah", roam through the alleys and admire the fortress that dominates the medina. Enjoy a free day on your own or consider an optional day trip to Chefchaouen, for a dreamy day in the city painted blue. Beyond its azure beauty, Chefchaouen brims with attractions and a rich heritage
Day 9
Leaving Tangier, heading towards Casablanca, stop in Rabat, capital of Morocco and one of the imperial cities. It is a cultural hub, rooted in history and boasting many artistic masterpieces. Continue to the bustling metropolis of Casablanca for a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, with the highlight being a visit to the Hassan II Mosque.
Today’s Distance: 210 mi/ 338 km
Day 10
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Madrid | Cordoba | Mijas | Tangier | Casablanca |
Hotel Chamartin The One
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Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
