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Best of Morocco (15 Days / 14 Nights )
Merzouga - Maroc
À partir du: 11650 DH
Programme
- 6:00 PM: Welcome meeting at the hotel in Casablanca.
- Optional activities (if arriving early):
- Explore Casablanca, a city modeled after Marseille, famous for its art deco buildings.
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque, a modern architectural masterpiece.
- Wander through the old medina and the city walls.
- Take a taxi to the Quartier des Habous (the new medina) for a cultural experience.
- End the day with a walk along the Corniche, or enjoy a glass of mint tea in one of the many local cafes while watching the sunset or locals playing football on the beach.
- Early Morning:
- Take the train from Casablanca to the historical town of Rabat.
- Morning:
- Arrive in Rabat and store your luggage.
- Join your leader for a short orientation walk around Rabat.
- Free Time Suggestions:
- Stroll through the city's old quarter.
- Visit the Chellah, the ancient Roman and medieval Islamic necropolis.
- Walk up to the Kasbah des Oudaias for stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean.
- Afternoon:
- Take the train from Rabat to the imperial city of Meknes.
- Explore Meknes, the grand city built by Sultan Moulay Ismail, who modeled it after Versailles.
- Evening:
- Free time to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
- Morning:
- Free time to explore Meknes.
- Suggested activities:
- Visit the imperial monuments on foot.
- Enjoy a camel burger for lunch at a local restaurant in the medina.
- Afternoon:
- Take a private transfer through scenic rolling hills and olive groves to the archaeological site of Volubilis.
- Guided tour of the Roman ruins with a local guide.
- Explore the well-preserved mosaics along the Decumanus Maximus.
- Capture stunning photos of the ruins in the sunlight.
- Late Afternoon:
- Continue your drive to Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart.
- Evening:
- Free time to relax or explore Fes at your own pace.
- Morning:
- Guided group walking tour of the Old City (Fes el Bali).
- Step into the labyrinth of the medina, filled with craftsmen, markets, tanneries, and mosques.
- Pass through one of the largest car-free urban zones in the world, watching donkeys carrying goods.
- Explore the specialty sections of the souk, divided by trade.
- Visit Medersa Bou Inania, one of the city's most beautiful buildings.
- Stop by Medersa el Attarine and the Funduk Nejjarine, a restored 18th-century inn.
- Witness the famous tannery with the iconic view of the dye pits.
- Visit a ceramics factory to observe traditional pottery techniques.
- Evening:
- Option to join your group for a traditional Moroccan dinner.
- Sample dishes like harira (chickpea soup), chicken-stuffed pastilla, and couscous.
- Morning:
- After breakfast, take a private transfer to leave the city of Fes behind and journey towards the Middle Atlas Mountains.
- Drive through spectacular scenery, passing fertile valleys, forests, and rocky landscapes.
- Observe nomadic shepherds with their flocks of goats and sheep along the way.
- Pass through cedar forests, keeping an eye out for Barbary apes, North Africa's only monkey.
- Afternoon:
- Arrive in Midelt, a market town nestled in a valley, originally built for mining and now surrounded by farmland and orchards.
- Explore the nearby village of Berrem and get a closer look at local farming life.
- Visit a local family’s home for traditional mint tea and Moroccan pastries while learning about their life and traditions, supporting the local community.
- Evening:
- Check-in at Ksar Timnay, a kasbah-inspired accommodation.
- Relax and enjoy the facilities, including a large pool, perfect for cooling off after the day’s adventures.
- Morning:
- Depart Fes and begin the journey towards the Sahara Desert.
- Enjoy a long drive with multiple opportunities to stop and admire local kasbahs and palmeries (lush valleys with date palms, fields, and orchards).
- Look out for nomads along the way, as they move with their animal flocks under the open sky.
- Afternoon:
- Continue through barren mountainsides and fertile valleys, making stops in frontier towns like Erfoud and Rissani.
- Arrive at the small Saharan settlement of Merzouga, set against the backdrop of the orange-colored Erg Chebbi sand dunes.
- Evening:
- Store your main baggage at the overnight camp on the edge of the desert.
- Mount a camel to watch the breathtaking sunset among the rolling dunes.
- Spend the night in a desert camp under the North African stars.
- Enjoy a homecooked feast by the fire.
- Morning:
- Sunrise: Walk up the nearest dune to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara Desert.
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast with local food.
- Mid-Morning:
- Depart Merzouga and begin the drive to Todra Gorge.
- Stop at the oasis museum of El Khorbat for a cultural visit.
- Afternoon:
- Continue to the beautiful Todra Valley, known for its mud-brick villages perched on hillsides.
- Marvel at the stunning scenery of sprawling green valleys and rocks sculpted by the wind.
- Evening:
- Arrive at your accommodation in the Todra Valley, where you will stay for the next two nights.
- Explore the area at your leisure or relax after the day's journey.
- Optional Activity:
- Take a short walk through the surrounding farmland to fully appreciate the remarkable landscape.
- Morning:
- Enjoy free time to explore the Todra Valley at your leisure.
- Recommended Activity: Take a guided hike through the gorge and over a nearby mountain pass.
- Choose from several hiking circuits; the most popular is a 10 km circuit taking about 4 hours.
- The trail is suitable for those with a moderate fitness level.
- Accompanied by a local guide, pass through Amazigh villages and meet locals along the way.
- Lunch:
- Option to join local ladies in their mudbrick kasbah for a traditional meal, offering insight into their daily lives and culture.
- Afternoon:
- For those who prefer relaxation, lounge by the hotel pool and enjoy stunning views over the lush palmeries and soaring cliff faces.
- Evening:
- Spend the evening at your leisure, enjoying the serene surroundings of Todra Valley.
- Morning:
- Depart Todra Valley and travel south to Ait Benhaddou.
- Enjoy a scenic drive, passing by ancient kasbah ruins, former colonial military outposts, austere mountains, and valleys dotted with palm trees.
- Midday:
- Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara.”
- Learn about its film history, with notable movies like Lawrence of Arabia, The Sheltering Sky, and Black Hawk Down filmed here.
- Optional: Take a tour of the Atlas Movie Studios if time permits.
- Afternoon:
- Arrive at Ait Benhaddou, a historic village that once served as an important stop for caravans carrying salt across the Sahara.
- Visit the grand kasbah with your trip leader, an impressive example of clay architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Evening:
- Enjoy dinner with your group, featuring Morocco's most famous cuisine – couscous and tagine prepared by your host at the guesthouse where you’ll spend the night.
- Morning:
- Depart Ait Benhaddou and journey over the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260 meters above sea level) toward Toubkal National Park, home to the highest mountain in North Africa.
- Enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains and valleys in full bloom during the drive.
- Midday:
- Arrive at the rural village of Imlil.
- Store your main luggage and prepare a daypack to load onto a pack mule for the trek.
- Afternoon:
- Immerse yourself in traditional mountain village life with a short trek to the peaceful village of Aroumd.
- Experience the beauty of being far from the modern world, perched on a rocky outcrop with breathtaking views across the High Atlas Mountains.
- Gain insight into traditional Amazigh culture.
- Evening:
- Spend the night in a family-run mountain home (or gîte) at the foot of Mount Toubkal.
- Enjoy the comforting atmosphere surrounded by the smell of wood stoves and freshly baked bread.
- Meet the host family and experience traditional Amazigh hospitality with mouth-watering home-cooked food.
- Morning:
- Wake up early for a refreshing hike through the outlying villages of Imlil to Sidi Chamharouch.
- Explore rural Amazigh villages, twisting mule tracks, and breathtaking mountain landscapes.
- Take breaks to enjoy the imposing cliff faces along the way.
- Midday:
- Arrive at Sidi Chamharouch, a pilgrimage site featuring a waterfall, a stream, and a few simple houses.
- Enjoy a slow-cooked tagine prepared by a local for lunch while taking in incredible views of the Atlas Mountains.
- Take some time to rest and share stories with the locals before beginning the return hike to Aroumd.
- Afternoon:
- Depart Aroumd and head towards the Atlantic Coast, arriving at the old fishing town of Essaouira.
- Stroll along the sandstone walkways that contrast with whitewashed houses, bright blue skies, and the surrounding beaches and dunes.
- Evening:
- Discover the charm of Essaouira, a town known for its rich history and past ties to British and Jewish populations, which attracted figures like Orson Welles and Jimi Hendrix.
- Your tour leader will guide you through options for the rest of the day, including the lively seafood auctions.
- Optional activities: Visit a local café for some people-watching or relax by the beach in the evening light.
- Enjoy a fresh seafood dinner at your leisure.
- Morning:
- Join a local guide for a walking tour through Essaouira's old medina, Jewish mellah, port, and Skala (sea wall).
- Learn about Essaouira's rich history as one of Morocco's oldest port cities, where traditional fishing practices still thrive.
- Midday:
- Meet an expert fisherman at the port, who will share stories about their life and the techniques they use for fishing, including insights into different fish types and seasonal variations.
- After the tour, enjoy free time to explore the narrow, car-free streets that evoke the spirit of sea pirates.
- Browse through charming shops and art galleries, discovering the exquisite scent of burled Thuya wood, a local specialty known for its delicate inlays.
- Lunch:
- Optional: Order a freshly cooked dish featuring the day’s freshest catch for lunch.
- Afternoon:
- Continue to explore Essaouira at your leisure.
- Optional activities include indulging in a hammam (Moroccan bathhouse and spa) or simply relaxing at your accommodation.
- Morning:
- After breakfast, take a shared local bus to Marrakech, a city blending ancient traditions with European modernity.
- Embark on a walking tour with your trip leader through the bustling medina.
- Midday:
- Meet local shop owners and craftsmen, learning the secrets of navigating the zigzagging lanes.
- Sample various snacks and local favorites, including:
- Moroccan doughnuts
- Mint tea
- Traditional bread
- Olives
- Nuts
- Dates
- Orange juice
- Harira (chickpea soup)
- Experience the alluring scents and brilliant colors of the spice markets, the sounds of local musicians, and the rich textures of carpets and gardens.
- Evening:
- Option to join the lively crowds for dinner at the famous Djemaa el-Fna Square, one of the largest public spaces in the world, unique to Marrakech.
- As night falls, witness the square transform into a vibrant hub of activity, featuring:
- Henna painters
- Performers
- Storytellers
- A bustling street food bazaar with stalls offering a variety of Moroccan delicacies.
- For dinner, consider trying the local snail soup and finish your evening with a cup of tea at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the square.
- All Day:
- Enjoy a day of free exploration in Marrakech at your own pace.
- Discover the endless mosaic of souqs, each dedicated to a specific trade, including:
- Pottery
- Woodwork
- Copper
- Leather
- Carpets
- Spices
- Observe skilled artisans honing their crafts, practice your haggling skills, or take a break to share a tagine with new friends.
- Optional Activities:
- Visit the Koutoubia Mosque to see its impressive 12th-century minaret, a prototype for the Giralda tower in Seville.
- Stroll through the tropical gardens of Jacques Majorelle, now owned by Yves Saint Laurent.
- Explore the Palais Bahia, an exquisite example of Muslim architecture.
- Evening:
- Return to the Djemaa el-Fna and its surrounding medina for dinner.
- Choose from one of the many outdoor restaurants lining the square for a farewell dinner.
- All Day:
- No activities are planned for today, giving you the freedom to depart at your convenience.
- If you wish to spend more time exploring Marrakech, please consult your booking agent for options.
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