Day - 1 -
Upon your arrival at the airport, your private driver will welcome you and drive you to your Riad, where you will be welcomed with a refreshing mint tea. After Check in, you will take time to familiarise yourself with your room and enjoy the facilities the Riad can offer. This evening you will have the chance to visit the famed square of Djemaa el-Fna, where delectable fare is grilled over coals in bustling torch-lit open-air markets. Mystical snake charmers, hustlers and mischievous monkeys are part of the nightly drama that unfolds, as Berber acrobats, fortune tellers, musicians and engaging storytellers seduce rapt crowds. Alternatively you can take a horse trip around the city, which will give you a taste of what awaits you and help you relax after your flight.
Day - 2 -
Having enjoyed your breakfast, your driver and guide will pick you up and take you to discover the wonders of Marrakech. Make sure you take your camera fully charged as you will discover some amazing places and meet some wonderful people! Visit the various touristic attractions and historical monuments such as El Koutoubia, Cyber Parc Arsat Moulay Abdeslam, the Souks during the day. And don’t miss Jemaa el-Fna Squarethat metamorphoses into a vivid splendid place full of scents and melodies in the evening.
Day - 3 -
Today is dedicated to explore the less well-known yet serene and marvellous corners of the ochre ancient city. You could wander around the peaceful Majorelle Gardens, a beautiful and inspiring place where you can relax away from the noise of the souqs. Enjoy the Berber Museum of the Yves Saint Laurent 'Galerie Love' that displays vibrant paintings created by the French fashion designer. In the evening, you could head to Djemaa El Fna, the city's lively main square, or enjoy a dinner at one of best Restaurant in the city.
Day - 4 -
Today, you will focus on enjoying a family cooking demonstration besides exploring the food souks of Marrakech, then cooking and eating your self-made Moroccan meal. You will discover another side of Morocco’s gastronomy and grasp the way the typical Moroccan food is prepared .
Day - 5 -
Today you will be leaving the vibrant ochre city of Marrakech behind and heading to the tranquil majestic Mountains.
Once you arrive at the peaceful foothills town of Telouet, more precisely at the Glaoui Kasbah you can relax and unwind with a cup of tea while enjoying the views of the green hills and valleys.
Thence, you will carry on by 4x4 to the famed Ait Ben Haddou before arriving in Skoura where you will spend two nights.
Day - 6 -
Today you will enjoy a full day discovery of the splendid kasbahs and palm lands of Skoura. The latter is considered a fertile Oasis with one-thousand palms and home of the Amridil Kasbah, previously featured on the Moroccan 50 dirham note . A breath taking kasbahs and palmeries that one must not miss!
Day - 7 -
The adventure goes on towards the East where the phenomenal Gorges of Todra and Dades steadily rise and on to the miraculous Erg Chebbi, which steals the heart and amazes the mind. Up on your arrival, you will find your camels are waiting for you to explore together the dunes of desert. After have 100 of photos during the most beautiful sunset and enjoy your dinner, you pass the night there in the tents .
Day - 8 -
Good morning Sahara. Today you will wake and climb the sand dune to experience the most memorable sunrise. It is absolutely breath-taking and you will enjoy every moment of it! You climb down the dune, you will have your breakfast in a very peaceful atmosphere, then you head on to visit centre of merzouga and Gnawa village before you drive this time to the north to the city of Fes. A good lunch stop is at Middlet. You will then arrive in late afternoon at Fes after you witness the beautiful scenery of the Middle Atlas Mountain. Once you arrive at your boutique Riad, where you will be warmly greeted and welcomed. After check in, you will take time to familiarise yourself with your room and enjoy the facilities the Riad can offer. This evening you will have the chance to wander around the labyrinth of streets in the old medina of Fes, before you enjoy some of the delicacy of the gastronomy of this wonderful imperial city.
Day - 9 -
Good morning Fes! Time to close the civilisation doors behind you, get on the magic carpet and fly through the labyrinths of Fes. Led by a professional knowledgeable local guide, you will discover thousands of years of history in a city that has always enjoyed high intellectual and religious status. The medina in Fes is one of the largest in the World. In its immense and confusing warren of souks are thousands of craftsmen with their tiny shops opening onto the narrow alleyways. Noisy and pungent, hot and claustrophobic, the medina of Fes is a totally absorbing and unique experience.
Behind each piece of craft is a story. A story of the life of a person that shaped the way the city looks like. Your Professional Guide will explain to you how each piece become a landmark. You will understand the history of the place and people just by understanding their craft.
Day - 10 -
After a delicious breakfast at our Riad Alassala, your driver will pick you up at the exact time agreed. Today you will drive to one of our most favourite and recommended destinations: The Blue Pearl of Morocco. Chefchaouen is a small, quiet, picturesque city located in northern side of Morocco. The city is named after the shape of the mountain tops above the town, which look like two goat horns (chaoua). This city is known for its buildings painted in shades of blue. Situated on the Rif mountains just inland from Tangier and Tetouan, the city was discovered in 1471. It was a small fortress by Moulay Ali Ben Moussa Ben Rached El Alami.
Chefchouen is a popular location for its native handcrafts such as wool garments and woven blankets, which are not available anywhere else in Morocco. The native goat cheese are also a popular hit.
Diving in the city blue color, you will discover the shady alleyways, the white washed houses and several cafes and restaurants in the main square that is often lively with locals and tourists alike, what brings a quiet friendly atmosphere.
Those restaurants are overlooking the grand Tariq-Ben Ziad mosque and the latter is built in an Andalusian style like many other buildings in the city, such as the magnificent Kasbah and the Hispanic flavoured town at the centre of the medina.
At the end of this eventful experience we will return to Fez.
Day - 11 -
The morning is all yours to explore the city at your own pace. It is time to test your navigation sense! You will meet some wonderful local craftsmen who will be delighted to show you the best they can offer, and you will have a chance to taste some local delicacies at your pace and at your leisure. Alternatively you can sharpen your Moroccan cooking skills in some atmospheric pure and authetic Fassi family cooking class.
Day - 12 -
After enjoying your breakfast, you will be picked up from your Riad and head to the Capital city of Morocco, Rabat. But before that and just after a short drive Today, you will stop at the second Imperial City Meknes, a city in northern Morocco, very close to Fes. It’s known for its imperial past, with remnants including Bab Mansour, a huge gate with arches and mosaic tiling. The gate leads into the former imperial city. The Mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Ismail, who made the city his capital in the 17th century, has courtyards and fountains.
Most importantly, you will have the chance to witness the architecture and the power of Roman Empire through the excavated Roman city of Volubilis. After this lovely stop, you will continue your trip to you destination for today, Rabat.
Day - 13 -
Today is dedicated to the alluring sites of the splendid Rabat including the Kasbah that arrogantly looks over the river and the enchanting Challah ruins. You will see the 12th Century Kasbah Oudaya, a departure point for armies leaving to conquest Spain in the 18th century and a gathering place for pirates. Depending on time limits, your tour can include Rabat's major attractions like the Hassan Tower, a 12th Century mosque, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and his son Hassan II. Then take a stroll at the Medina of Rabat to get a feel for the local lifestyle, and possibly get a taste of some local dishes. If you wish, the tour can also include the Museum Mohammad VI of Modern and Contemporary Art.
Day - 14 -
Your journey continues on to the Portuguese fortress once known as Mazagan and currently called El Jadida. But before that you will have the chance to witness the majestic architecture of Morocco through the impressive Hassan II Mosque; one of only two mosques in Morocco where non-Muslims are permitted to access. You will also have time to see some of the interesting places in Casablanca After two hours’ trip along the Atlantic coast, you where you will arrive to El Jadida spend 3 lovely nights.
Day - 15 & 16 -
Benefit from your journey to its last drop and take pleasure in exploring the different sites of El Jadida, enjoying its seafront and most importantly relaxing. Built on the Atlantic coast by Portuguese colonialists in the 16th century, El Jadida is today a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town famous for its fortified ramparts and impressive sea defences. As you explore the medina, admire wrought-iron balconies and houses constructed in the traditional Portuguese style. Stroll through sleepy back streets to ancient squares where mosques and churches stand side by side, and gaze out over the traditional fishing boats bobbing on the waves in the harbor. Discover the Portuguese Cistern, a vaulted cavern originally built as a military arsenal. Gaze down inside the cistern, where a single shaft of light bounces off the water and illuminates the ancient stone arches and columns below.
Day - 17 -
Today is the day you say goodbye to this beautiful warm country. After your breakfast, your driver will take you today to your departure Airport to catch up your flight home in time.
We hope you will have had a very enjoyable and memorable visit, but more importantly have experienced the heritage and culture of the people of this area and have given them an important boost in confidence in these difficult times.
Have a safe journey and we would love to welcome you again !