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"8-Day Morocco Adventure: Casablanca, Fes, Sahara Desert, Marrakech & More"
Day 1: Casablanca – Meknes – Fes
Arrive at Casablanca airport (CMN). Your private driver/guide will have a sign
with your name on it ‘’ Thalheimer Family’’ and be waiting upon your exit from
the arrivals area. If time allows you will then drive to Casablanca. In
Casablanca you will see the Hassan II Mosque, the largest one outside of
Mecca and experience the coastal Cornish seaside. After that we travel to
Meknes, the Ismaili capital of Morocco. In Meknes we see the fascinating gate
Bab Mansour built by the sultan My Ismail; the granary and the Sahrij Souani,
used for irrigation and plantation. Your visit includes also the Mulay Ismail
Mausoleum. We then continue via the highway to Fes. Overnight
accommodation at Riad El Yacout, Riad Fes Nass Zamane. Bed and Breakfast.
(BB). Or similar
Day2: Fes Exploration Day
After breakfast in your riad, you will start exploring Fes the “the Sprititual City
of Morocco”. You will spend the whole morning exploring the Medina and its
alleys; visiting most of the sites with cultural and historical interest – including
the famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), the
Medrasa Bouanania, the Tanneries and the Najjarine fountain. After lunch, we
will drive you outside the Medina to see the Royal Palace gate, walk through
the Jewish quarter “the Mellah”, and then visit the pottery cooperative. In the
afternoon, we will drive you to one of the fortresses to experience an amazing
panoramic view of the whole Medina of Fes. Overnight accommodation at your
property as above. Bed and breakfast.
Day3: Fes – Ifrane - Azrou – Merzouga
After breakfast in your riad, you will leave towards the southeast following the
Caravan roads to Merzouga. During this journey you’ll experience glimpses of
the Middle Atlas and Higher Atlas mountains. Stopping at the Cedar forest, the
largest one in Morocco, over the Middle Atlas Mountains– where you may well
sight Barbarian apes. After lunch in Midelt, you will continue through the large
open high desert, and notice how the scenery changes to reveal hints of the
desert as you approach the city Er Rachidia. Your journey continues along the
luxuriant Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet date palm grove, famous for date
cultivation. This area is the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty – the current
ruling royal family in Morocco. You’ll arrive at Merzouga at the end of the
afternoon – to be welcomed with a glass of mint tea before you check into your
Riad Madu, Riad Azawad (HB).
Day4: Merzouga Area – Sahara Desert
After breakfast in the riad you will start an explorative journey of the area.
You’ll visit the Gnawa people – originally slaves brought from Sudan -to
experience their music and lifestyle. Not far away there’s the lake of Merzouga,
with its bird populations. You may also visit the souk in Rissani , a traditional
town which was the origin of the ruling family in Morocco and the meeting
place of the Caravans trading as far as Timbuctou in Mali. Here you will see a
lot of men hooded and women veiled. Back to the village of Merzouga for some
rest, in the afternoon you will mount your camel, guided by an experienced
camel man to explore within the sand-sea of Merzouga. Overnight will be at
our desert camp, where you will have your dinner. For your convenience, the
camp is equipped with western bathrooms. (HB). Sahara Sky Luxury Camp
Day 5: Merzouga - Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Early in the morning, your camel guide will wake you up to watch what well
may be the best sunrise of your life. After breakfast at the camp you will trek
back to the village of Merzouga. Enroute you couldn’t fail to appreciate the
unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the
light as the day progresses. After breakfast in your riad, you’ll leave for Rissani
, Tinghir, and Todra gorges – the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. After
lunch in the heart of the gorge, we’ll drive through the Dades Valley, where
you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known
as “monkey toes”. Overnight accommodation will be at Dar Rihana, Chez
Pierre. Half-Board (HB). Or similar
Day 6: Dades - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast in the hotel we’ll drive Marrakech, following the Caravan trail
which used to be the main route of 17th century linking Marrakech to Timbouktu
in Mali. Our first stop will be in Ait Ben Haddou – providing numerous photo
opportunities. The Kasbah was built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber
chieftains, now the Kasbah is a house of many Glaoui people. Your journey will
continue through the majestic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) over the High Atlas
Mountains. You will stop along the road to enjoy the beauty of the mountains
and authentic Berber village build into the high Atlas range. You will get to your
destination early evening and check into your accommodation, Riad Nesma,
Riad Africa BB,
Day 7: Marrakech Exploration Day - Casablanca
After breakfast in the riad, you will enjoy a morning guided tour of Marrakech
“the Red City of Morocco”. Your local guide will ensure that you see all the sites
with historical and cultural interest, including the Koutoubia Menaret; the
Saadian tombs; the beautiful Palace of Bahia and the Ben
Youssef Coranic School. Finally, end the morning by walking through the
medina alleys -getting a chance to admire all of the different artisans
performing their crafts before arriving at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square.
Lunch at a restaurant near the square, and then in the afternoon visit the
gardens at Majorelle, and have a short tour at Gueliz -the new city of
Marrakech. Late afternoon, you will leave for Casablanca, where you will be
accommodated in a hotel not far from the airport. Atlas Sky Airport or similar.
BB
Day 8: Departure day
After breakfast at your hotel, either you take a shuttle to the airport or we
drive you there. You will need to be there 2/3 hours before your flight’s
departure. Your tour ends at the airport and you will fly back home with
everlasting memories, which you will treasure forever!THE NITTY GRITTY
Start & Finish, Inclusions, Exclusions, Costs
Start & Finish
Start of the trip: Casablanca 23
End of the trip: Casablanca 30
Duration: 08 days, 07 nights
- Airport pick up and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- All accommodation with dinner and breakfast
- Entrance fees to all historical sites as detailed in itinerary
- Local guides where required
- Services of Deep Morocco Tours’ guide/driver throughout
- All the experiences and maximum flexibility
- Overnight in the luxury camp
- Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
- All the tourist city taxes
- All the VAT
- No hidden fees or surprises
Not Included
- Anything not mentioned above and travel insurance in case of any emergency or luggage loss.
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