Treasures and Charms of Morocco: An Unforgettable 15-Day Tour

• Arrival at Casablanca airport. Welcome by our multilingual driver (French, English, Spanish) and departure for the visit of the Hassan II Mosque (interior and exterior). After the visit, lunch and a panoramic tour of the economic capital: United Nations Square, Mohammed V Boulevard, the Anfa residential district, and the Ain Diab Corniche. Continuation to Rabat. Dinner and accommodation.
• *Note: For the visit of the Hassan II Mosque, you will join a guided group.

Breakfast and departure for a historical guided tour of the administrative capital, Rabat. Walking tour on the esplanade of the Royal Palace named Dar el-Makhzen, decorated with its grand historic gates. Then, guided historical visit of the Hassan Tower and the prestigious Mohammed V Mausoleum. This marble mausoleum represents traditional Moroccan style and is considered one of the most beautiful burial sites in the world. Discovery of the Mechouar ramparts, the Kasbah garden, and the Kasbah of the Udayas, built in the 12th century by the Almohad dynasty (whose grand gate was constructed by Sultan Yacoub el-Mansour). Lunch break, then continuation to the spiritual capital of Morocco and the oldest imperial city, Fes. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure to discover Fes. You will begin with a guided historical visit of Fes El-Jdid and a walk along the Royal Palace esplanade to admire its majestic golden gates. Continue with a guided historical walking tour of the medina, the largest old city in the world. “Fes El Bali” is the oldest district, founded between 789 and 808 by the Idrissids. Discovery of the Al Attarine Madrasa, built in 1323 by the Marinid Sultan Abu Said, whose decoration is of extreme refinement. Exterior view of the former Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and University, one of the most beautiful sites of the medina. Passage through Nejjarine Square and its mosaic-adorned fountain, the commercial districts and local markets where you will see artisans at work, as well as the Chouara Tanneries, established since the Middle Ages. Lunch, then visit of a world-renowned traditional ceramic factory. Finally, panoramic view from Borj Nord offering a breathtaking view over the old city. Dinner and accommodation.

• Breakfast and departure towards the impressive Roman ruins of Volubilis, at the foot of Jebel Zerhoun. Then admire the magnificent panorama of the holy city of Moulay Idriss. Lunch in Meknes, the “Ismaili capital.” Guided walking tour of El Hedim Square, its souk and food market. Photo stop at Bab Lakhmis Gate, richly decorated in the 17th century, then Bab el-Mansour Gate, one of the most remarkable in the world and the most important in North Africa. Visit of the granaries and stables built by Moulay Ismail at Heri Es-Souani*, the Agdal Basin, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Return to Fes. Dinner and accommodation.
• **Subject to completion of restoration works.

Breakfast and departure towards Marrakech through the mountainous landscapes of the Middle Atlas. Stop to discover the town of Ifrane, nicknamed the “Little Moroccan Switzerland,” located at altitude and surrounded by a cedar forest, among the most beautiful in the Atlas. Likely encounter with Barbary macaques. Continuation via the highway with a lunch stop in Rabat. Arrival in the “Red City,” Marrakech. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure for the guided visit of the Majorelle Garden. It is one of the most beautiful gardens in Marrakech; it includes more than 300 plant species from five continents, offering a magical contrast between Majorelle blue, yellow, and its botanical masterpiece. Then discovery of the ramparts of Marrakech that once formed a protective wall around the city. The Bahia Palace, dating from the 19th century, reveals the love of a grand vizier for his favorite. Lunch in the medina, then continuation with a guided historical walking tour of the Marrakech medina (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Its souks overflow with enchanting scents and vivid colors. Then, visit of the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Quranic school reflecting Saadian architecture, followed by the discovery of Jemaa El-Fna Square, the liveliest district of Marrakech. It is the social heart of the medina with its snake charmers, acrobats, musicians, and water sellers; it is among the most famous squares in the world. A very interesting visit to a local herbalist will allow you to discover the world of spices. Our tour ends at the Koutoubia Mosque and its sublime 77-meter-high minaret. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure towards Essaouira to discover this major Moroccan city on the Atlantic coast, nicknamed “former Mogador.” You will cross vast argan tree fields with a stop at an argan oil cooperative, known for its many properties. Continuation to Essaouira. Lunch at a seaside restaurant is planned. Then comes the guided historical walking tour of the city’s Skala and the port, with its many blue wooden boats lined up in rows. The Portuguese Skalas of Essaouira are now a mythical place. Its souks represent all traditional crafts and several markets, not to mention the consulate district and the Jewish Mellah quarter. Return to your accommodation in Marrakech for dinner.

Breakfast and departure towards Dades via the High Atlas Mountains up to the Tizi n'Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters altitude, the highest road pass in the country. Lunch, then departure for the interesting visit of Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It appears as a group of earthen buildings surrounded by walls, a type of traditional pre-Saharan habitat. Some of its houses resemble small castles with high towers; the oldest constructions date back to the 12th century. Continuation for a panoramic tour of Ouarzazate with a photo stop in front of Taourirt Kasbah. Then direction Dades city for an incursion into the Dades Valley: you will discover surprising rock formations such as the “monkey fingers,” variations of colors with remarkable natural landscapes, and a stop at the magnificent panoramic view of part of the Dades Gorges (Tissadrine). Finally, return to your accommodation for dinner.

Breakfast and departure towards the Todra Gorges via Tinghir for a walk to discover these magnificent gorges, high limestone cliffs carved by the Todra River for millennia, reaching up to 300 meters in height. It is a natural jewel of southern Morocco. Lunch in Tinjdad and continuation to Erfoud, the gateway to the desert, through the discovery of the immense golden dunes until arrival at the hotel in Merzouga. A camel ride across the dunes to admire a magnificent sunset is planned, with a pause on the dunes and return by camel to the luxury camp. Dinner in a luxury bivouac and a lively evening in a desert atmosphere await you. An extraordinary and memorable moment. Accommodation in the luxury camp.

After taking time to admire the magnificent sunrise, breakfast, then departure for a 4x4 excursion around the dunes of Erg Chebbi, some rising up to 150 meters high. Continue to the village of Khamlia, an opportunity to enjoy a beautiful Gnaoua music performance. After the village of Merzouga, discovery of the Hassi Labied oasis with its irrigation system. Return for lunch at the lodge and free time to enjoy the beauty of the desert at your accommodation located directly at the foot of the dunes (access to the pool, climbing the dunes, relaxation in this paradisiacal setting). In the afternoon, meet the camel handlers for a camel ride across the dunes to admire a magnificent sunset, a pause on the dunes, and return by camel to your accommodation for dinner.

After contemplating the magnificent sunrise, breakfast, then departure towards Zagora via the village of Rissani. A walk in its souk and a tasting of local date varieties are planned. Lunch in Alnif and continuation to Zagora through small Berber villages. A glimpse of nomads along the way is expected. The faded sign “Timbuktu 52 days,” seen in the heart of Zagora, marks the city’s former vocation as the last stop of the caravan route coming from Mali and Sudan. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure towards Taroudant. During this journey, you will discover a magnificent and unique landscape, with the possibility of seeing herds of camels feeding along the roadside. Continuation via Foum Zguid to Taznakht, then to Taliouine, a region well known for saffron cultivation, the royal spice also called “red gold.” A stop at a saffron cooperative is planned for an enriching discovery. Continuation to Ouled Berhil for lunch, where you may see goats climbing argan trees, then final route to Taroudant. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure towards Tafraoute through the Anti-Atlas Mountains. You will discover the Ameln Valley along the way, located in the heart of the Anti-Atlas. Continuation to the center of Tafraoute situated in a rocky basin, with wonderful landscapes to admire. An impressive photo stop in front of the “Lion’s Head” carved into the mountains is planned. Lunch in the center of Tafraoute, then departure to discover magnificent landscapes such as “Napoleon’s Hat” near the village of Aguerd-Oudad and the Aït Mansour Gorges, a paradise between the mountains not to be missed. We end our excursion with a beautiful view of the granite “Blue Rocks” painted by the French artist Jean Vérame. To conclude the day, a short walk in the center of Tafraoute to discover the culture of Barbary Babouche, still handmade today. This magnificent village is a hidden gem with natural beauty and rustic charm. Dinner and accommodation.

• Breakfast and departure towards Tizourgane Kasbah*, a magnificent fortified village built on a rocky outcrop, one of the wonders to discover on the road to Aït Baha. With the Anti-Atlas peaks in the background, the setting is simply magnificent and unique. Then departure for a visit to the traditional collective granary “Agadir Imchguiguiln,” over 700 years old. In the past, inhabitants carefully stored all their treasures there (food supplies, harvests, jewelry, and valuable documents). These are true ancestral treasures of Amazigh architecture. Continuation to Agadir, lunch, then departure to Agadir Oufella Kasbah to admire the view over the Atlantic Ocean overlooking the entire city and enjoy a panoramic tour. Free afternoon at your accommodation. Dinner and accommodation.
• *Subject to completion of restoration works.

Free day on a half-board basis. Several options are available for this day: enjoy the seaside resort or participate in one of the optional activities available from our representative. Dinner and accommodation.

Breakfast and departure for your transfer to Agadir airport (or transfer to Casablanca) for your return flight. End of our services.