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MARRAKECH TRIP TO CASABLANCA TOTALLY MOROCCO BERBER ADVENTURE TOUR 10 DAYS 

Welcome to Morocco and to  your Marrakech Trip to Casablanca Totally Morocco Berber Tour ! On arrival at Marrakech Airport, you will be met by a Travel Specialist Tours and Adventures Morocco Guide and transferred to your hotel

DAY 1: WELCOME TO MOROCCO

Welcome to Morocco and to  your Marrakech Trip to Casablanca Totally Morocco Berber Tour ! On arrival at Marrakech Airport, you will be met by a Travel Specialist Tours and Adventures Morocco Guide and transferred to your hotel. While this is an arrival day and you may arrive at any time, please note that hotel rooms are generally only available after midday, and that there will a Welcome Meeting with your leader tonight. Transfer to a Hotel to spend the night.

Notes: Please be aware that some travellers in Marrakech are being approached by locals offering excursions before their Travel Specialist Tours and Adventures Tours trip Starting. Travel Specialist Tours and Adventures Tours assesses the safety of all optional excursions offered by our tour Guides. If you would like more information on the excursions available, please contact us before you travel or see the Travel Specialist Tours and Adventures Tours.

Option to explore the Djemaa El Fna Square in the evening on your own. There are food vendors in the square and many restaurants to choose from.

Spend the night at a charming riad in Marrakech with a swimming pool & medina views.

Accommodation :  RIAD 4* ( 2 NIGHTS )

Travel Experiences :

Airport Transfer to Marrakech

Meals Plan : Breakfast, Welcome Dinner

 

DAY 2: MARRAKECH EXPLORATION

Meet your guide at 9am and Enjoy a guided city tour of Marrakech “Paris of the Sahara” as Winston Churchill once described it. Stop first at the Koutoubia Mosque, which is an old monument built under the reign of the Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184 to 1199). This monument inspired other buildings such as the Giralda in Seville in Spain and the Hassan Tower in Rabat. Stop next at the Bahia Palace. This Palace was built in the late 19th century and was intended to capture the essence of the Islamic and Moroccan style. Visit Madrasa Ben Youssef after that. This Coranic school is named after the Almoravid Sultan Ali Ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106–1142). Madrasa Ben Youssef is the largest in all of Morocco. Stop next at the Saadian tombs, which is a site that dates back to the time of the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603). The tombs were discovered in 1917 and were restored by the Beaux-arts service. Optional lunch at a local restaurant. Continue the tour with the world famous Jema El Fna Square where you will enjoy amazing performance of traditional activities by storytellers, snake charmers, peddlers of traditional medicines. Your last stop is the bustling souks in the Medina.

Travel Experiences :

Guided walking tour Marrakech

Visit to Majorel Gardens

Meals Plan : Breakfast /

 

DAY 3 – MARRAKECH– AIT BENHADDOU – OUARZAZATE – DADES VALLEY

This morning after breakfast we set off in a comfortable private A/C Vehicule; for our circular 3 day Desert journey through the Saharan landscapes of both the Hamada (stone desert) and Erg (dune desert).  Our first visits include : High Atlas mountains, discover traditional Berber villages and Terraces, drive up the spectacular Tichka Pass 2260m high, we drive down the valleys to Ait Benhadou via the amazing valley of ounila, discover the pacha glaoui kasbah and the authentic villages of Ounila, ex-caravan route with 100 of kasbah, we arrive to the most spectacular Unesco Site in the southern Morocco, a walk to discover the Kasbah where Gladiator, Game of thrones, Lawrence of Arabia and many other moveies were shot, discover the beautiful berber Archeticture, Lunch in a local restaurant and set off for Ouarzazate Largest saharan center, Moroccan Hollywood, Visit the Cinema Museum, opportunity to shop in a super Market…

Getting to Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa, Noiselessly town, The door of the desert), is a city situated in the middle of a bare plateau, south of the High Atlas Mountains. It is mainly inhabited by Berbers, who constructed many of the prominent kasbahs and building for which the area is known. One of those building is Taourirt Kasbah diverted in 17th century.

Why this town is nicknamed as Hollywood of Africa? Simply because it has been noted as a film-making location, with Morocco’s biggest studios inviting many international film companies to shoot their movies like: Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Martin Scorsese’s Kundun (1997) and Babel (2005). Take the road to the valley of roses, overnight in dades valley.

Accommodation : HOTEL CHEZ ICHOU

Travel Experiences : Visit Ouarzazate

Visit Studios

Ait benhaddou Kasbah

Meals Plan : Breakfast / Dinner

 

DAY 4 – OUARZAZATE – TODRA GORGE – ERFOUD – SAHARA DESERT

After breakfast! we set of too dades gorge and embark on 1 hour drive through the Anti atlas foot hills followed by a visit to the spectacular todra Gorge where steep walls hundreds of feet high tower above.  A relaxing and highly scenic tour day with stunning views of this mystical land. We start the day by a light walk to the spectacular Todra valley and Gorge, the most spectacular palm valley and Canion in the Sahara, walk in the gorges and photo opportunities, drive to Touroug for lunch in the stone desert after lunch we will visit an old under ground irrigation channels dating app to 12 to 17 Century, discover this magical irrigation system, get you some scarves for the Sahara & we then cross Sijilmassa, morocco’s king ancestors town, famous for being the most imporatnt Caravans carrefour along the history, and then we continue our Day 2 of our Saharan exploration as we make our way through the far reaches of Morocco’s eastern perimeter to within 20km of Algeria’s border where we encounter the magnificent Erg Chebbi dune landscape.  Morocco’s most famous Saharan dunes is just breathtaking and transforming to the soul.  On foot or camel back you have the option to travel into the remote dunes until our Nomadic style camp hidden in the dunes.  An evening sunset climb to one of the higher dunes is customary followed by dinner and perhaps a campfire experience and Berber songs and storytelling can be arranged.  Breakfast and dinner included.  Accommodation in a desert camp.

Accommodation: Luxury Desert Camp

Tour Activities :

Visit Todra Gorge

Visit Underground Channels

Camel Trekking

Overnight Desert Camp

Meals Plan: Breakfast / Dinner

DAY 5: – MERZOUGA DESERT – ZIZ VALLEY  — FES

Early in the morning, enjoy sunrise from the dunes of Erg chebbi at 20 km away of Algeria, breakfast in the camp or in the hotel at the dunes line, and camel ride back or walk with the caravan to the hotel at the dunes line for a shower and Breakfast. We drive afterwards across across ziz valley, second largest dates valley of Morocco where locals grow more than 300 types of dates, harvested every October, also called Moroccan dates baskest, enjoy beautiful canions of Ziz valley, lunch in a restaurant before arriving to the Middle Atlas forests, explore the cydar trees where you may encounter wild macaque monekys in the forest drive down to Ifran, a mountanious town also called Moroccan Swizerland, set at 1600m high, known for it ski station and snow during the winter, considere the cleanest city of Morocco, continue to fez, arrive to our riad in the afternoon.

Accommodation : DELUXE RIAD 

Travel Experiences :

Ziz valley

Ifran

Meals Included: Breakfast

 

DAY 6: SIGHSEEING TOUR OF FES

Enjoy a traditional Moroccan breakfast. Then the tour is off to explore the oldest cultural and spiritual imperial city of Morocco, one ofthe best examples of a preserved medieval city. Fes, founded in the 9th century, has been little unchanged since then. A certified guideis available to help you navigate the serpentine souks and its medieval medina, a Unesco world heritage site crammed with narrow,winding streets, tiny squares, colorful honeycomb vats of the tanneries and artisan workshops to observe various craftsmen performingtheir work reminiscent of ancient techniques. Admire Fez’s Royal Palace and 14th century Mellah (Jewish Quarter), the largest in Morocco. Optional lunch followed by the visit of the Qarawiyyin University the oldest in the world and the sumptuous Nejjarine squareand its beautiful fountain before finishing our tour by climbing the Merenids Tombs, which open onto a stunning panorama of Fes.

Enjoy the guided city tour of Fes. Begin with the entrance to the largest royal palace in Morocco. Continue with a panoramic view of the ancient medina. Enjoy an authentic experience at the traditional ceramic crafts village of Fes after that. Your next stop is Fes El Bali, the ancient town or Medina, which is a medieval part of Fes that has not changed for centuries. Optional lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the famous Al-Karaouine mosque, built by Fatima Al Fihria in 857. Al-Karaouine mosque became home to the University of Al-Karaouine, which is the first university in the world and the world’s foremost center of learning at the beginning of the second millennium. The university was built by Fatima Al Fihria in 859, and, since then, it has become one of the leading spiritual and educational centers of the Muslim world. In the medina, visit also a Merdersa, which is a Coranic school. Complete the city tour of Fes with the leather Souq and the oldest Leather Tannery in the world. The tannery dates back at least nine centuries. We will Take the road to Chefchaouen.

Travel Experiences :

Guided walking tour Fes

Souks, Pottery village, Tanneries, Jewish Quarter

Meals Plan : Breakfast

 

Day 07: FES – VOLUBILIS – CHEFCHAOUEN

Today, We drive to Meknes, we will visit the Bab Mansour Gate and the Granery of Hri Souani, free time in the main square.

Take the road to explore the breathtaking archaeological site of Volubilis. The Roman ruins of Volubilis, also referred to as Oualili, was once a thriving town occupied by the Romans. Volubilis has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site and gained international acclaim when Martin Scorsese made it a feature location for the film The Last Temptation of Christ. Discover the fascinating Roman ruins adorned with beautiful mosaics and colorful tiles depicting Roman mythology. The ruins are spread out across several acres and what remains visible is several fragments of wall, parts of massive columns, the capitol, the basilica, and a triumphal arch. The ruins reveal how the Roman Empire transformed the original Carthaginian settlement into a typical Roman city complete with mansions, a town center, a triumphal arch, and temples devoted to Roman gods.

Enjoy tea at the small café that sits just below the Volubilis ruins.

start to explore the rif Mountains, arrive to chefchaouen afetr 3 hours drive through the green hills, Set against a wide valley and nestled between two peaks in the stunning Rif Mountains, the isolated town of Chefchaouen is a surprising delight. Much of Chefchaouen was recreated by Andalusian refugees escaping the Reconquistia, so its striking blue and whitewashed houses, red-tiled roofs and artistic doorways give it the feel of the Spanish hills. Spend the rest of the day exploring the sights, sounds, and smells of the medina, the shops in the square selling woven goods and small sweets, and, most importantly, tasting the town’s famous goat’s cheese in the streets. Herds of goats wander the sparse hillsides that surround Chefchaouen, and their cheese is sold in great fresh rounds in the street markets. Enjoy a free afternoon to relax or explore more of the town. Within the plaza is the walled fortress of the Kasbah – you can wander through the tranquil gardens inside, visit the ethnographic museum, and soak in wonderful views from the rooftop. Alternatively, you might prefer to get out of town and enjoy a short hike in the surrounding hills.

Accommodation : darechchaouen

Travel Experiences:

Volubilis roman ruins tour

Meals Plan: Breakfast / Dinner

Day 08: CHEFCHAOUEN – RABAT

Enjoy a free morning to relax or explore more of the town. Within the plaza is the walled fortress of the Kasbah – you can wander through the tranquil gardens inside, visit the ethnographic museum, and soak in wonderful views from the rooftop. Alternatively, you might prefer to get out of town and enjoy a short hike in the surrounding hills.

We will make our way to Rabat, the capital of Morocco.  arrive in the afternoon, walk to Medina and Souks, have dinner at one local restaurant.

Accommodation : Riad Hotel 4*

Travel Experiences :

Chefchaouen – Free time

Meals Plan : Breakfast / Dinner

DAY 09 – RABAT – CASABLANCA –  MARRAKECH

Rabat City tour,  enjoy the charming garden of Challa, surrounded by walls and beautiful defensive gates, built between 1310 and 1330.  and we will visit the tombs of Moroccan kings Mohammed V, who died in 1962, Hassan II who died in 1999, the tomb of Moulay Abdullah the uncle of Mohammed VI and Hassan Tower which was built in 12th  century.

 Oudaya Kasbah which was built in 12th century and served as a military base for the Almorabits army in their defense against the Spanish army.  The roof of the Kasbah allows a stunning view of the surrounding area.  You will also get to see the 240 km long Abi-Regrag river.

Casablanca is more affectionately known as Casa by the locals. The biggest city in the Maghreb, Casablanca is the heart of Moroccan business. Enjoy Casablanca’s vibrant new town, visit the old medina, lounge at beach clubs, and dine at seafood restaurants along the Corniche.

Take the road to the old medina and pass through Place Mohammed V and the Place des Nations Uniones, focal points of Ville Novuelle.

Visit the famous clock tower, Art Deco buildings, and the eleven-story Moretti apartment block on Boulevard Mohmmed V. Visit the famous residential blocks of the Glaoui, the Bessonneau, and the Asayag. Stroll the labyrinth of narrow streets lined with jewelers and artisanal shops. See La Squala, the fortified 18th century wall of the city. Visit the nearby shrine and tomb of Sidi Allal el-Kairouant, Casablanca’s patron saint.

Enjoy lunch at one of the international restaurants on the Corniche, El Mer, or Rick’s Cafe.

After lunch visit Hassan II Mosque designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau. It is situated on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic, which can be seen through a gigantic glass floor with room for 25,000 worshippers. Its minaret is the world’s tallest at 210 meters. It is an enormous architectural masterpiece and the second largest religious building in the world. On Fridays, the Mosque of Hassan II is open to non-Muslims. The Mosque of Hassan II’s promontory offers lovely views overlooking Casa in the residential Anfa quarter.

Today we will make our way to Marrakech, embark on 3 hours to arrive to Marrakech, free time to explore Jmaa lafna at your own pace.

Accommodation: 4* Hotel

Tour Activities :

Free time

Meals Plan : Breakfast

 

DAY 10: AIRPORT TRANSFER

Your trip ends today after breakfast. Check-out time is usually around midday and you are free to leave at any time. We will arrange a private airport transfer you will be advised of the pick-up time. end of your Marrakech Trip to Casablanca Totally Morocco Berber Tour 10days

Airport Transfer

Meals Plan: Breakfast

 

             Pick Up : Pick up at Marrakech / Drop Off : Drop off Casablanca Airport /

 

What’s included?

• A very comfortable and air conditioned Land Cruiser
• Fuel for entire journey
• English speaking guides during the tour (you can specify other languages)
• Answer all your questions
• Inside Visit to Hassan 2 Mosque
• All nights accommodations en suite room Hotels + desert Camp
• Camel trekking
• Berber music and animation
• Dinners and Breakfasts during the tour ( vegetarian welcome ) check itinerary for details
• Breakfats daily
• Marrakech, Fes, Rabat, Volubilis city Tours
• Pick up & Drop off at Hotels / Airport
• Visit to Oasis Museum
• walking tours
• Real life Adventure experiences

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What’s not included?

• Flights & Travel insurnace
• All Lunches, dinners
• Drinks
• Tips & gratuities for your guides and driver
• Extra, Monuments Entrances

Visited Places on Marrakech Trip to Casablanca Totally Morocco Berber Tour 10 day/night

• Rabat & Casablanca
• Chaouen
• Fes Medina
• Meknes
• Volubilis
• Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
• Ouarzazate
• Dades & Todra gorge & Valley
• Valley of roses & Ziz Valley
• Errissani Traditional Market
• High Atlas Mountains
• Berber villages
• Sahara Desert
• Atlantic ocean

 

Travel Experience of Marrakech Trip to Casablanca Totally Morocco Berber Tour 

• Moroccan Culture & People, Food & History
• Berber Culture
• Camel trekking
• Berber music and animation
• Sleeping in desert camp