Our representative will be awaiting your arrival at Casablanca International Airport. Please look for him in the arrival’s hall. He will be holding a placard with your name on it. He will escort you to your private vehicle and drive to Rabat. See new street art in Rabat. Overnight at the Riad.

After breakfast in your riad in Rabat we will make a visit to the blue city with a local certified guide. Rabat Then on the banks of the wadi Rhoumane river and near Meknes, we will have an hour’s visit to the holy city of Moulay Idris Zerhoun with a local certified guide. A stop at a local café for lunch. In late afternoon we drive to Fes, the cultural capital of Morocco. Night at a riad inside the old Medina. Dinner at riad, if possible.

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Welcome to Fes, the most monumental of the Imperial Cities. The medina of Fès el-Bali (Old Fez), a World Heritage site, is an assault on the senses, a warren of narrow lanes and covered bazaars bursting with aromatic food stands, and craft workshops, mosques, and an endless parade of people. We will walk along narrow, uneven alleyways, with daylight filtering down from above high gray walls, flanked by tables heaped with spices, dried fruits, fresh fish or silk, and leather garments. Residents of Fez have been selling goods and working metal by hand in the medina since medieval times, and today’s generation works in the same stalls their ancestors once did. And everywhere, there are cats, scrounging, prowling, and sleeping – the mascots of the medina. Here, in the heart of Fez, the old and the new constantly collide – the man driving the donkeys and mules is likely to be chatting on his mobile phone, while the ancient skyline is punctuated equally with satellite dishes and minarets.

The city tour will include; Bab Boujloud, Mellah, and Jamaa Al-Karaouine the oldest continually operating university in the world. Founded in 859, virtually every surface of its quiet inner courtyard is decorated with highly detailed, delicately carved geometric patterns. Entering this graceful place hidden in the medina lifts a veil on an ancient culture that once kept outsiders at arm’s length. The Medersa Bouanania complex is the spiritual heart of Fez & Morocco. The Chaouwara tanneries are the city’s most iconic sights (and smells), offering a unique window into the pungent, natural process of producing world-class leather by methods that have changed little since medieval times. Time permitting, we will also visit clay workshops, artisan quarters, the souks of the largest and oldest medina in Morocco, and Batha Museum (a former Royal Palace converted into a museum in 1916 with over 6,000 collections).

This morning, depart from Fes to travel through several beautiful towns and villages. The first stop is Ifrane, also known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” a charming ski town dotted with European-style chalets. Continue to Midelt, which serves as a commercial center for a large agricultural region and is one of Morocco’s main mining towns. You’ll have some free time in Midelt before continuing your journey through the impressive Ziz Gorges to arrive in Merzouga.

You’ll then enjoy a camel ride to the camp. Dinner and overnight stay in a Berber tent.

Early in the morning, enjoy a camel ride along the golden dunes of Merzouga at sunrise. Then, return to the camp for breakfast before setting off toward Tinghir via Tinjdad. We’ll begin our visit in Tinghir, a town that once had a significant Jewish population in the 20th century. Here, we’ll explore the Jewish quarter, a place of coexistence between Jews and local Berbers.

Take some time to walk along the beautiful valley and riverbanks, where you’ll find a lush 40-kilometer-long oasis filled with palm trees and a variety of fruit trees. Enjoy a memorable stop at the famous Todra Gorge, with cliffs carved 300 meters deep into the High Atlas Mountains, creating one of the world’s most stunning landscapes. An optional lunch is available in Todra Gorge.

After Tinghir, continue northwest toward the Dades Valley, passing by Kelaat M’Gouna. This large village is renowned for its rose cultivation, where you’ll find a variety of fine rose-based products. Finally, continue to Ouarzazate for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate. For centuries, people from the Atlas, Drâa Valley, and Dade’s Valley gathered to trade at the vast Taourirt Kasbah. In the 1920s, a modern garrison was established there to oversee France’s colonial interests. After the French protectorate ended in the 1950s, the film industry gradually began to flourish in Ouarzazate.

Visit the Taourirt and Tifoultoute kasbahs, which are among the most beautiful kasbahs in Morocco. Continue with a tour of the film studios, where famous desert landscapes have been and are still filmed. Then, discover the spectacular fortress of Aït Ben Haddou, an iconic setting immortalized in films such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Alexander.

After visiting Aït Ben Haddou, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the magnificent Tizi n’Tichka pass toward Marrakech. Overnight in Marrakech.

An exciting day awaits as you immerse yourself in the vibrant sights and sounds of Marrakech. The morning city tour includes visits to Bahia Palace and Dar Si Said, both adorned with intricate tile work and floral-painted wood ceilings. Next, explore Berber culture and their trade routes from North Africa to the Sahel at the Tiskiwin Museum, showcasing authentic Berber tents, carpets, basketwork, and ancient jewelry. Continue to Dar El Bacha, one of Marrakech’s most beautiful palaces, known for its multicolored mosaic ceilings and Berber-style architecture.

Afterward, visit the enchanting Majorelle Garden and head to the lively Jemaa El-Fna square. By day, discover juice stalls, water sellers, and snake charmers; by night, enjoy the spectacle of dancers, storytellers, and magicians.

In the afternoon, meet a local Moroccan family for an immersive cooking class, where you’ll discover Moroccan spices and prepare traditional dishes. After enjoying the meal you’ve prepared, return to your riad for an overnight stay.

Explore Marrakech at Your Own Pace

After days filled with guided adventures, take this free day to immerse yourself in Marrakech at your leisure. Start your morning with a leisurely breakfast, perhaps on the terrace of your riad, soaking in the tranquility before venturing out.

Wander through the vibrant souks, Take your time to savor the city’s culinary delights. Perhaps enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch at a charming café overlooking the bustling Jemaa el-Fna square.

As the day winds down, find a rooftop terrace to watch the sunset over the city while sipping Moroccan mint tea. With no schedule to follow, this free day allows you to connect with Marrakech in your own way, creating memories at your own rhythm.

You will be welcomed at your hotel and transferred to Essaouira. On the way, you will stop at an argan oil cooperative, where you will learn about the traditional processes of oil production from the local women.

First, the women sit with a base stone and a hand-held grinding stone to begin the extraction process. They crack each argan fruit to access the nuts inside. Next, they lightly roast the nuts to enhance their flavor, allowing them to cool before grinding them into a thick, brown, oily liquid using a traditional stone mill (Azerg).

Shortly after, one of the women in the cooperative mixes the oily paste with warm water and kneads it by hand to bring the pure, unfiltered argan oil to the surface, which is then filtered. The remaining brown paste (locally known as Tazegmount), rich in protein, is used in effective traditional cosmetic recipes as well as for animal feed.

You will discover all these methods, from the harvesting of quality fruits to the extraction and production of argan oil-based products. Enjoy a Berber lunch at the cooperative before continuing your journey to Essaouira, where you will have the rest of the day free. Overnight at the hotel.

Start your day with breakfast in Essaouira before departing for an exciting journey along the Moroccan coast. Your first stop will be the charming town of Safi, where you can explore local markets and admire the artisanal pottery. Don’t miss the chance to visit the historic Safi Citadel for stunning views of the Atlantic.

Next, continue your journey to El Oualidia, a picturesque village known for its beautiful lagoon. Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious fish lunch at a seaside restaurant, savouring freshly caught seafood while taking in the tranquil ocean views.

After lunch, enjoy a scenic drive towards Casablanca, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. As you approach the city, your guide will share insights about its rich history and cultural significance.

Finally, arrive in Casablanca in the late afternoon. Check in to your hotel, where you can relax and prepare for an enjoyable evening in this vibrant city, concluding a memorable day filled with exploration and culinary delights.

Today we will assist you for your return flight.