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Overview & Details
Departure Time
11/07/2024
Meeting Point
Marrakech
Duration
17 Days
Guide
English
Brief Timeline
Day 1: Agadir – Taroudant.
Upon your arrival at Al Massira airport, your guide will meet you to begin your Morocco tour. Head towards Taroudant, a fortified city located an hour and a half away. Taroudant is a simple and lively town where the charm of the 16th-century ramparts is striking. This city, a former capital of Morocco, was built by the Saadian dynasty to counter the Portuguese presence along the Atlantic coast. The city walls, almost intact since their construction in 1528, reflect the glow of the setting sun, making it a great place for an evening stroll. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 2: Taroudant – Tafraout.
After breakfast, take a leisurely walk to explore Taroudant’s medina. Although smaller and less grand than Marrakech, Taroudant offers a pleasant experience to witness local life and explore the souks with less hustle. In the afternoon, drive to Tafraout, known for its spectacular landscapes surrounded by granite boulders, pink houses, and almond trees. Enjoy a gentle evening walk around the city of Tafraout and overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 3: Tafraout – Tata.
Before departing for Tata, enjoy sightseeing and a morning walk amidst the stunning granite blocks of Aguerd Oudad. Embark on a 2-3 hour walk to explore the rock canyons and cool oasis of the Ait Mansour Gorge in the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Afterward, head towards Tata, passing through the Tazegzaoute gorge and the village of Tizgui Ida or Ballou. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 4: Tata – Foum Zguid – Chegaga.
After breakfast, drive southeast to Mellah of Tazart, a former Jewish quarter with evocative remnants of its past. Continue your journey to the immense sand dunes of Erg Chegaga, making stops along the way to appreciate the beauty of the southern region. In the afternoon, take a track via the dry lake of Irqui to reach the stunning Erg Chegaga desert. Enjoy a traditional dinner and spend the night in nomad tents or under the stars.
Day 5: Chegaga – Mhamid.
Enjoy a leisurely morning and free afternoon for walking around. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Mhamid.
Day 6: Mhamid – Tamegroute – Zagora – Agdz.
After breakfast, drive to Tamegroute to explore its traditional pottery industry. Continue to Zagora, founded in the 13th century, for a brief stop before heading to Agdz. Along the way, visit the old kasbah of Tamnougalt and enjoy the sunset from the Casba des Caids. Overnight stay and dinner at a guest house in Agdz.
Day 7: Agdz – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Telouat – Marrakech:
After breakfast, depart for Marrakech, passing through the Tizi’n Tinififft pass with stunning desert landscapes. Make a stop in Ouarzazate, known for its film industry, before visiting the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou. Continue through the Assif Ounila valley towards Telouet, stopping to explore the village and its historical roots. Drive to Marrakech via the Tizi N’Tichka pass, the highest road pass in Morocco. Check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Marrakech:
Start your day with breakfast and explore the fascinating city of Marrakech. Visit the Majorelle Gardens, koutoubia mosque madrassa ben Youssef and the secret gardens to learn about the city’s history. Enjoy your afternoon doing your shopping in the biggest souk (market) in Morocco and explore Jamaa El Fna Square, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural space
Day 9: Marrakech – Essaouira:
After breakfast, head west to Essaouira, a charming beach town with a Portuguese stronghold. Along the way, stop at an Argan Oil Cooperative to see how the oil is extracted. Known as the “Windy City,” Essaouira is a popular kiteboarding destination. Overnight stay and dinner at a guest house in Essaouira.
Day 10: Essaouira / Marrakech Airport
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Marrakech airport for your return flight, concluding your wonderful Moroccan tour.
Note: *This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customized based on your preferences and interests. Enjoy your grand tour of Morocco!
Brief Timeline
– Visit the Hassan II Mosque
– Explore the Corniche and the Habous Quarter
– Enjoy local cuisine and shopping in the Old Medina
– Explore the vibrant souks and markets
– Visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs
– Experience the bustling Djemaa el-Fna square
– Relax on the beaches of Essaouira
– Explore the historic medina and the Portuguese fortifications
– Enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants
– Visit the beach and promenade
– Explore the Souk El Had market
– Relax and enjoy the coastal views
– Visit the historic city walls and souks
– Explore the local handicrafts and artisan workshops
– Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this charming town
– Visit the Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Film Studios
– Explore the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site
– Enjoy the stunning desert landscapes of the region
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– Drive through the scenic Dades Gorges
– Visit the Valley of Roses and explore local rose products
– Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and overnight stay in a local guesthouse
– Experience a camel trek into the desert and spend a night in a desert camp
– Watch the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi
– Visit the nearby town of Rissani and explore the local market
– Experience a camel trek into the desert and spend a night in a desert camp
– Watch the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi
– Visit the nearby town of Rissani and explore the local market
– Explore the historic medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site
– Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa and the Al-Attarine Madrasa
– Discover the tanneries and artisan workshops
– Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis
– Explore the archaeological site and learn about its history
– Enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside
– Wander through the blue-painted streets of the medina
– Hike in the Rif Mountains for panoramic views
– Visit the Kasbah and the local markets
– Visit the Kasbah and the Medina of Tangier
– Explore the Caves of Hercules and the Cap Spartel lighthouse
– Enjoy the views of the Strait of Gibraltar
– Drive back to Casablanca for your departure
– Visit any remaining sights or do some last-minute shopping
– Depart from Casablanca for your next destination
Note: *This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customized based on your preferences and interests. Enjoy your grand tour of Morocco!
Package Features
- Accommodations 4 and 5 stars
- English speaker tour guides
- Dinners and breakfasts.
- Comfortable car (van/4 wheels drive) with an English speaker driver.
- Gaz included.
- Tips
- Lunches (feel free to choose the best restaurants suggested by your tour guide)