A 16-day, 15-night tour to let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of Morocco

16 days to experience the magic of the desert, get lost in ancient medinas and discover the most authentic Morocco at your own pace!

• DAY 1: MENARA AIRPORT - MARRAKECH

Welcome at the airport and transfer to our charming Riad. Just a 5-minute walk away is the enigmatic Jemaa el-Fna Square, a famous meeting point in Marrakech with an incomparable atmosphere: snake charmers, dancers, storytellers, fortune tellers. Stroll through the Square and have dinner at one of the many stalls selling typical Moroccan food.

Accommodation in a Riad with breakfast included

• DAY 2: MARRAKECH - CASABLANCA - RABAT

After breakfast, departure for Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco, with a visit to the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque. Enjoy a fish lunch on the Corniche. Departure for Rabat, the political and administrative capital, to visit. Arrival in the afternoon at the hotel in Rabat. Overnight stay in a Riad (breakfast included).

• DAY 3: RABAT - TANGIER

We depart from Rabat to head towards Tangier, the gateway to Morocco and Africa. Upon arrival, you will be able to explore the vibrant and beautiful medina, as well as the surrounding area, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the place, from where you can observe the point where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea meet. You will also visit the famous and enigmatic Cave of Hercules, where you will spend the night in a Riad with breakfast included.
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• DAY 4: TETOUAN - CHEFCHAOUEN (THE BLUE CITY)

After breakfast, we'll depart from Tetouan for the small blue fortress city of Chefchaouen, emblematic for its buildings and houses painted blue and white, and one of the most beautiful cities in the Rif Mountains. You'll have free time to explore Chefchaouen on your own. Overnight stay in a local riad in the medina.

• DAY 5: CHEFCHAOUEN - FEZ

We leave the beautiful northern city and head towards Fez. Our morning departure takes us through the mountain villages of Jbala. After about four hours, we arrive in Fez, one of the four imperial cities along with Marrakech, Meknes, and Rabat. In Morocco, it is considered the country's religious and cultural center. Its university, famous for the study of Arabic and Islam, makes it a popular destination for many Moroccan students. We'll spend the afternoon exploring the city, discovering its palaces and vast medina. Overnight stay in a riad in the medina (breakfast included).

• DAY 6: FEZ - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA

DAfter breakfast, we will head towards the desert, passing through the cedar forest, the port of Midelt, the Errachidia reservoir, the magnificent panorama of the Ziz Valley, and the city of Erfoud (the gateway to the desert). Then we will continue along the track at night to reach the Erg Chebbi dunes. We will return to the hotel so you can rest. Overnight at the hotel. (Includes dinner and breakfast).

• DAY 7: MERZOUGA - ERG CHEBBI - NOMADS - DESERT

After breakfast, we'll explore the tracks used in the Paris-Dakar Rally in a 4x4. We'll visit desert nomads, share tea with them, and see the oasis where films like "Sahara" were shot. We'll visit the village of Khamlia, named for the slave trade that brought people from Sudan, and tour Erg Chebbi. After lunch, camels will be waiting to take us deeper into the desert to witness an unforgettable sunset. The night will be special, as you'll have the opportunity to sleep in a traditional Berber tent surrounded by dunes. You'll also enjoy a traditional dinner, followed by live drumming around a campfire and, with luck, a starry sky. Accommodation in the desert camp (includes dinner and breakfast)

• DAY 8: MERZOUGA – DADES VALLEY

After breakfast, today's roads and tracks will lead you along the ancient caravan routes towards the Dades Valley and Marrakech, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and admire the power of nature. The visit to the Todra Gorges offers a contrasting experience: a short hike and the opportunity to take beautiful panoramic photos. The valley and canyons are breathtaking. Later, we will drive further west to the Dades Valley, where you will stay in a riad. (Dinner included)

• DAY 9: DADES VALLEY - OUARZAZATE - TAROUDANT

After breakfast, travel to Marrakech via the Taouirt and Ait Ben Haddou kasbahs. Nestled in the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most spectacular fortresses in southern Morocco, which you will have the opportunity to explore. This iconic location has served as a filming location for several international movies, including Oblivion, Gladiator, and Sahara. We then continue to Marrakech via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m), which offers breathtaking panoramic views in the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Overnight stay in a riad in Marrakech.

DAY 10: TAROUDANT – AGADIR INOUMAR
After breakfast at your riad, you will begin your journey to the coastal city of Essaouira. After a drive of approximately two and a half hours, you will begin exploring the city. You will visit the Skala Fortress; see the Thuya wood carvings crafted by artisans; wander through the alleyways of the medina and admire hundreds of handicrafts. This 'City of the Wind' attracts surfers from all over the world. Essaouira has been home to many civilizations, including the Portuguese, which has left its mark on much of its architecture; however, it remains a small town steeped in history. Due to its size and distinctive blue doors and whitewashed walls, it is also considered the 'Jewel of the Atlantic' of Morocco. We will also visit a women's Argan oil cooperative. Here, they extract the oil that is famous for its culinary, cosmetic, and medicinal properties. Lunch will be prepared in the Moroccan style: fresh fish cooked to order at the fish market. In the afternoon, you will travel back to Marrakech. We will spend the night in the riad. (Bed and Breakfast) .

DAY 11: AGADIR INOUMAR - LEGZIRA BEACH
After breakfast, we'll have a guided tour of Marrakech, starting with the Koutoubia Mosque (13th century), sister to the Giralda of Seville. This splendid and harmonious structure is now the beacon and spiritual center of Marrakech. We'll continue to the Saadian Tombs (16th century), where the central Carrara marble dome is a highlight. Next, we'll visit the Bahia Palace (16th century), an example of aristocratic life in medieval Islam, where the Hall of Ambassadors, with its cedarwood ceiling, is particularly noteworthy. On foot, we'll head to Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (the tour starts around 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM). The afternoon is free. Overnight stay at a riad in Marrakech (breakfast included).

DAY 12: AGADIR INOUMAR - LEGZIRA BEACH:

After breakfast you will have the day free to stroll around Legzira, one of the most beautiful beaches in Morocco where you can enjoy a beautiful landscape and everything the place has to offer.

DAY 13: LEGZIRA BEACH - ESSAOUIRA

In the morning, we will depart from Legzira for the coastal city of Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded by the Portuguese in the 16th century. There, you can stroll through the colorful medina, including the Skala du Port, the fishing port, the jewelry souk, and the spice market. Essaouira is known for its fresh seafood workshops and thuya wood crafts. After lunch, there will be an optional day trip to Diabat, where Jimi Hendrix is said to have stayed when visiting the city.

DAY 14: ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH

After breakfast we will travel back to the city of Marrakech. You will spend the night in the riad.

DAY 15: GUIDED TOUR OF THE CITY OF MARRAKECH

After breakfast, a guided tour of Marrakech will begin, starting with the Koutoubia Mosque (13th century), sister to the Giralda of Seville. This splendid and harmonious structure is now the beacon and spiritual center of Marrakech. Next, we will visit the Saadian Tombs (16th century), notable for their central Carrara marble dome. Afterward, we will proceed to the Bahia Palace (16th century), an example of aristocratic life in the Muslim Middle Ages, where the Hall of Ambassadors, with its cedarwood ceiling, is particularly striking. On foot, we will then head to Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight stay with breakfast in a charming riad.

• DAY 16: MARRAKECH - AIRPORT

After breakfast, and depending on your flight departure time, transfer to the airport. End of our services.

INCLUDES :

• 3 nights in Marrakech in a Riad with breakfast
• 1 night in Rabat
• 1 night in Tetouan
• 1 night in Fez in a Riad with breakfast
• 1 night in a riad in the blue city with breakfast
• 1 night in the Berber tents in the desert (breakfast and dinner included)
• 1 night hotel in Merzouga (breakfast and dinner included)
• 1 night in a hotel in Taroudant (breakfast included)
• 1 night in a hotel in Dades (breakfast and dinner included)
• 2 nights in Playa Legzira
• 1 Night in Agadir
• 1 night in Essaouira
• Visit to the cities of Fez and Marrakech with a local guide
• Private tourist transport
• Camel ride
• Party and music in the desert







DOES NOT INCLUDE:
•Flights

• Meals not listed in the program and drinks
• Any other additional or personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips or entrance fees to attractions or monuments.





TOUR PRICE:


1790 Euros per person in a double or triple room

Minimum 2 people required for the tour. (The price varies during peak season, which is from December 20th to January 10th, during Holy Week, and the months of April and October) )





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