What means of transportation are there in Morocco?

In fact, you don't have to know the relevant traffic information to travel freely to Morocco. If you want to travel freely in Morocco, then you will definitely need this strategy for your friends. The following small series will introduce you to the relevant strategies.

Learn about Morocco in one minute Morocco is a unique, ancient, literary and mysterious country. There are the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, the Sahara Desert described by San Mao, the charming blue and white towns and the Millennium ancient city in fairy tales.

1. Where is Morocco?

Morocco is located in the northernmost part of the African continent, bordering the Atlantic Ocean on the left and the Mediterranean Sea on the right, facing Spain across the sea, Tunisia in the east and the Sahara Desert in the south.

2. Why do you want to go to Morocco all your life?

The rich exotic customs, the ruins of North Africa and the Millennium Imperial Capital tell the story of the Arabian Nights.

The Sahara described by San Mao, as one of the places where people must go, can only be called a traveler if they go to this endless desert in person.

Fantastic blue city, the most capricious and charming blue city in the world-Chev Shawan, charming and romantic night, absolutely unforgettable.

Unique architectural style, more than N blockbusters have been shot here, and the footprints left by classic masterpieces such as Disc 5 and North Africa Spy Shadow are all here;

On the other side of the western end of the world, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea meet here, and the momentum of Hassan II Mosque at sea is unique in the Islamic world.

Everything is waiting for you to explore and discover.

3. Tour route to Morocco

Most people in China walk counterclockwise. If they don't take the usual route, they choose clockwise, because the jet lag needs a rest. The next day, the journey was short and there was more rest. Suggest train+chartered car+bus counterclockwise 1. It's easy to join this group. 2. The connection of traffic in the early stage is relatively smooth.

Traffic route map, distance and fare (online pricing)

Next, I will explain Morocco's various modes of transportation and pit prevention guidelines from taxi, bus, train, car rental and chartered car.

Taxi situation in Morocco

1, Moroccan taxis are in poor condition. Small taxis are mostly "Fiat" brand old cars, and large taxis are mostly old Mercedes-Benz, with low safety factor.

2, the model of the taxi is small, so it is impossible to enlarge a piece of luggage. Big taxis only run long distances, which is not convenient for tourists to travel.

There is something special to pay attention to when taking a taxi in Morocco. There is no habit of taking a taxi in Morocco. If you strongly demand to take a taxi, you may be rejected and can negotiate completely.

Case: Lin Chi-ling took a taxi to the hotel at Casa Airport. He got on the bus and negotiated with the driver that the price was 400, but he was asked 1500 when he got off the bus. Even the stars and TV series have been "pitted"!

The so-called "pits" are some "small routines" caused by the commercialization of popular tourist attractions in economically underdeveloped countries, such as common black cars, wild guides, taxis that kill passengers by standing, and so on.

Common routine

Casablanca has an ANFA district, similar to Wangfujing in Beijing and Nanjing Road in Shanghai.

Want to go to ANFA center to see the sea, drink coffee and have dinner; But it is easy to be taken to ANFA villa by drivers. No shopping malls, no restaurants, no beaches. You ask the driver, isn't this a shopping center? The driver naively answers you: This is ANFA! Indeed, this is ANFA area, but it is not a commercial area, but a residential area.

What shall we do? Add 20 yuan and drive a little further.

Cracking method: before getting on the bus, convey that you want to go to the business district and shopping (less goods) area. Not a house. Make clear the name and address of the destination.

Attraction taxi:

It should be noted that piles of cars parked next to the scenic spots will start from the ground and drivers will get together. Probably for the same benefit, it is difficult to bargain, and few drivers will let go. Please try to park your car on the road. I hope everyone will not be slaughtered after fully understanding the market conditions.

Identify taxis

There are basically two types of taxis in Morocco:

1, small taxi (red taxi)

Mainly running in the city, not running long distances across the city. Take a red taxi that can accommodate up to three people, and then take it.

The result of the small partner's measurement is that the red car can actually accommodate four passengers, but due to official regulations or some hidden rules in the workshop, the driver of the red car will not carry more than three passengers.

2. GrandTaxi (white taxi)

Mainly cross-city long-distance running, the station is located on the edge of the city. Mainly to eliminate the old Mercedes-Benz. There are many red cars on the road, and white big cars are not easy to meet.

Taxi price

Route from airport to downtown: 200 locals per capita. However, the bids of tourists are all between 200 and 400, and those who carry more luggage will be asked to add baggage fees. Therefore, please be sure to show the momentum of Chinese uncles and aunts in the vegetable market and bargain to your heart's content! ! !

The red cars in the city are basically around 20-30 dirhams;

White cars are generally around 30~50 dirhams; Tourists are slightly floating, which can be ignored.

If you choose to take the train, you can also reach downtown Casa. However, the taxis in the central station of Casa are all contracted, and basically the asking price of the hotel is between 50~ 150 dirhams.

I don't want to wait for the train to change to a taxi. Casa airport goes directly to the hotel to have a rest. I will take the plane to the airport and deliver it to your door at the price. If I don't go back on my word, I will poke the link below.

Taxi guide

1. If the time is right, try to avoid special areas such as airports, stations, scenic spots and hotels to avoid being slaughtered.

If you want to go to a place and don't know how to get there, you'd better remember the famous buildings nearby, because drivers generally don't look at maps.

3, it is best to use Google Maps to calculate the whole journey first, and make a rough estimate to avoid being slaughtered. Because drivers are not used to playing watches, they also like to charge exorbitant prices, and sometimes even turn their faces and deny people after consultation.

Where can I take a bus?

Morocco's public transport system is not particularly perfect, such as from Ouarzazate to the Sahara Desert (no shuttle bus) and from the Sahara Desert to Fez (no shuttle bus).

Tip: There is only one early bus from Sheva Shawan to Casablanca, and the ticket is broken all the year round. You need to change trains in Rabat and leave at noon.

Bus reference price and booking method 1:

You can check the price and book tickets through CTM official website. Each intercity is about 100 MB ~ 200 RMB.

Advantages: economical and practical;

Disadvantages: Booking tickets in official website is in French and Arabic, which requires a browser with translation function and a certain language understanding ability.

Booking method 2: It is convenient and quick to book the Morocco CTM bus ticket on Mawei local platform.

Free travel must be reported to the local Sahara desert group for 3 days and 2 nights. Ordinary groups play on the floor, and there are many "luxury groups" with low prices. How important it is to choose a regular and reliable desert.

Tips:

If there is enough time, that is another matter. Basically, it takes half a day to catch the bus ~ wait for the bus ~ get on the bus ~ arrive at the station ~ put the luggage in the hotel ~ start the journey; The itinerary and scenic spots need to be well planned.

If the travel time is short, it's convenient and quick to go sightseeing by chartered bus.

The most common free travel in Morocco is from Casa to Marrakech. After chartered in the desert to Fez, Fez takes a bus to Chev Shawan, and Chev Shawan returns to Casa. Online booking e-ticket link:

There are mainly two passenger lines in this country.

Few cities in Morocco are connected by train. At present, there are only developed cities such as Rabat, Marrakech, Casablanca, Fez and Tangier.

The other is from the northeastern city of Nador to Marrakech via Fez. For travelers, the first one is used the most.

1. Train type

It can be divided into two types: fast (TCR) and normal (TNR). There will be fewer stops for the express train, but in fact, the speed difference between the two cars is not big, and the difference is mainly reflected in the comfort. Express trains are more comfortable than ordinary trains. Basically, they are all new cars with air conditioning, and the average price is 30% higher.

2. Seat grade

The train is divided into first-class seats and second-class seats, and the price difference is double. Generally, second-class seats, comfortable sofas and chairs, and boxes are enough. It is best to buy tickets 1-2 days in advance in the tourist season, and you can buy invoices directly at the station when you arrive.

Price list and time period of common routes

Moroccan train timetable website: http://www.oncf.ma/pages/accueil.aspx (in French).

The train to Marrakech must go to the peeping station.

Tips:

Train tickets can be purchased directly at the station. Generally speaking, the train between Casablanca and Rabat is on time, and other routes are often delayed. Please choose carefully when there is not enough time.

Disadvantages: half of the cities have no trains; Public security near the railway station is chaotic; First class seats are reserved, but the price is very expensive. Second-class seats need to be grabbed on a first-come-first-served basis.

In order to enrich the local experience, it is suggested to use train transportation for short trips, such as Casa-Marrakech and Rabat-Casa.

Rent a car

International driver's license: China driver's license cannot be used directly in Morocco. You need to prepare the original driver's license and French translation certificate before renting a car.

Car rental mode: Morocco starts with manual gear and drives on the left.

Reference price of car rental: about 70 euros ~ 120 euros/day. Usually people will choose 10 for a trip of 2200 kilometers a day (see the map of Morocco and the kilometers between places for details).

GPS navigation language: French or Arabic.

Return the car: convenient, you can return the car in different places (but only in big cities). It is not allowed to return cars in desert marginal areas such as Waerzazate, and it is not allowed to return cars in Shefshawan Mountain City.

Advantages: convenient and free, you can stop and enjoy the scenery at any time.

Disadvantages: complicated road conditions, many mountain roads and deserts, and high risk factor.

Guide to the prevention of car rental pits

A friend who came back from Morocco said that after renting a car at Casa Airport in Morocco in June 20 16, he found that the performance of the car was very poor, and there might be potential failures. On the way to Fez, the car company asked for a change, and the car company would change the car with worse condition in the second half. Finally, when returning the car, considering that the customer's car was seriously damaged, there was no way to complain about being stripped of compensation.

To rent a car and drive by car, please choose a large global chain taxi company and choose a new model. If you don't leave Casa, try to change trains locally, and don't change trains in different places.

Parking and accommodation

We booked some homestays online (Raid: Riad, Day in Chinese translation)

The traditional quadrangles in Morocco are generally located in the old city of Medina. The terrain is similar to the old hutong in Beijing, and private cars can't get in. The road is not straight, like a maze, it is difficult to find. Although there are locals who can lead the way, the price is expensive, ranging from 20 to 200. If you park outside the city and drag your luggage, it will take 5~20 minutes to find it.

Go on road trip suggested booking a hotel in the new city (non-Medina area), or knowing the distance of the parking lot from the map or hotel booking online in advance.

The chartered tour can freely choose the location and travel time of getting on and off, and there are full-time old drivers to lead the way. Although the price is slightly higher, it saves time and effort.

Moroccan chartered flight routine is also essential, excluding all kinds of expenses and so on. More importantly, it is easier to communicate and understand the language and cultural habits by choosing the local tourism service in chartered flight.

Transparent consumption, choose regular travel companies (there are branches of travel agencies in China), refuse to use social "black cars", and drive by car is expensive and worry-free.

How to book a reliable chartered car?

The service quality is uneven: Moroccan chartered cars can choose the services provided by many merchants, but because the middlemen earn more difference, they must carefully find a chartered car service; Local travel agencies in Morocco generally do not operate tourist destinations such as South Africa, Kenya and Spain.

Gossip information: During the period of 65438+1 October1,a merchant and the Moroccan land agency defaulted on the payment for goods, and the land agency abandoned the guests in the desert. The promise made by the merchant to be a driver and a tour guide was not fulfilled, and there was a tearing war between the merchant and the guest, and between the guest and the driver.

Word-of-mouth: You can search and compare online more, look at the evaluation before booking, and see the real experience of netizens.

Disadvantages of chartered car: Moroccan chartered car has high price and public transportation, but it saves time and effort and is suitable for middle class travel.

How to book a chartered car: If you go to the desert, you must go off-road or for business. If you don't go to the desert, you can have a car. A chartered car is a chartered car, and the driver is driving. Unlike other countries and regions, they are drivers and tour guides. Unofficial tour guides are not allowed to show guests around Morocco's tourist attractions. Don't believe that some businesses exaggerate or local drivers promise to provide drivers and tour guides. Generally, if the family is small, the time is not enough, and the economic conditions permit, it is recommended to choose a chartered car.