Immerse yourself in Moroccan history and culture, and adventure in nature, the mountains, and the famed Sahara Desert on this 13-day trip.
Upon arrival, the guide will pick up at the airport and transfer to the hotel for rest after dinner. Overnight in Casablanca.
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Essaouira. On your journey, you can make a stop in the fortress city of Mazagan in Portugal. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mazagan is an example of the interplay between European and Moroccan cultures. Then drive to the "White Pearl of the Atlantic" - Essaouira. Overnight in Essaouira
Breakfast in the hotel , Essaouira a major seaport and the gateway to Marrakesh since the 19th century. Essaouira is also a renowned “City of Wind" that makes it the best place for surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. you will be taken to the Fish Market where you may see not only the fresh seafood but also the sea-blue fishing boats. Wander around at the country"s best beach , the Essaouira Beach stretching a few miles long, and enjoy the hustle and bustle here on the fine and soft golden sand with the breeze from the Atlantic. Continue on to visit Skale du Port which is a fortress built in the late 18th century and now the city landmark appearing as Astapor in the Game of Thrones. Afterwards, walk through the Bab el Marsa and explore the UNESCO protected old town of Medina, a melting pot consisting of Arabic culture, Berber culture, South African culture and Jewish culture. The Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch and French rulers in history have also left their influences in this fascinating city. Stroll through the old alleyways full of cafes, shops, restaurants and art galleries.Then drive to Marrakech, En route, stop to watch the Climbing-tree Goats which is unique to this area. Overnight in Marrakech.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit [Kutubia Mosque] (exterior), the center and highest point of the old city of Marrakech, the high tower of the mosque can be seen from anywhere in the old city, known as the most beautiful mosque in North Africa. [Ben Joseph Mosque] (exterior), "The Ben Joseph Seminary was founded in the 14th century and was the largest student of the Quran in North Africa at that time, with a total of 130 dormitories, which could accommodate more than 800 students. If the old town of Marrakech has a romance covered with scars, the theological school is beautiful like a piece of delicate porcelain, stepping into this door, time becomes smooth. The famous fashion designer Yve Saint Laurent bought this private garden in Marrakech, Morocco, with his partner Pierre Berge. It provides a respite for the top French designer). Then visit the Palace of Basia, one of the few royal palaces in Morocco that is open to the public and well preserved, with gardens, atriums, ornate rooms, fountains, each of which has been carefully designed. Evening visit 【 Sleepless Square 】 : From sunrise until late at night, you can see Indian snake dancers, Arabs selling spices and tea, Moroccan old people telling stories and fortune-telling, various busking performances, and countless small stalls selling food, drinks, clothing, carpets, ornaments, leather and handicrafts, just like LAN Kwai Fong in Hong Kong and Xintianyi in Shanghai, because of this square, Marrakech has come to life. Overnight in Marrakech.
After breakfast head to Ouarzazate, through the pass of the Atlas Mountains at about 2260 meters above sea level, the road runs along the valley and steep peaks, showing the pristine scenery, and in several small breaks on the journey, one can admire the magnificent river mountains, arriving at the bastion village of Benhadu: Climbing up a hill near the valley of Ayit Ben Hadu, {note that if the valley suddenly overflows, stop taking photos}, the castle is exceptionally well preserved and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Is the most beautiful old village, the ancient city made use of Morocco's unique terra cotta mud brick built, let people fully experience Morocco's red charm. After that, go to Ouarzazate and visit the "Atlas Studios", which is known as African Hollywood, where many famous movies were shot: "Gladiator", "Four Pieces of Feathers", "Search for Gems", "Cleopatra", "In Love with the Sahara", "Nile Gem", "Lawrence of Arabia", "Spy Game", etc. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
After breakfast at the hotel, the all-day drive to Mezouga, passing through the [Todra Canyon], the river bed at the bottom of the valley, green willows, flowers, and various trees swaying in the breeze, a natural scenery, beautiful. But all around the valley is a barren and desolate reddish-brown, forming a wonderful landscape. At noon, arrive at the famous Sahara [the gate of the desert - Mezuka], please bring sunscreen and sunglasses), the Sahara here is unique, famous for its different forms of sand dunes, but also because it will change with the natural light, showing different beautiful colors such as gold, pink. Arrange to ride a camel to watch the sunset, sunrise and sunset will have different beautiful scenery, become a unique desert scenery in Morocco, but also become countless people dream of the Sahara! Here you will see the highest sand dunes in Africa (Red Sands), which was one of the filming locations for the film Lawrence of Arabia.Overnight in Mezouga.
After breakfast in the hotel, drive to Fes, known as one of the four ancient imperial cities of Morocco, on the way to local lunch, by visiting the small town of Evran, known as Africa's "little Switzerland", its beautiful scenery, let people stay, come here as if you are in a European town, a number of European style villas are located in the shade, brilliant colors, sharp roofs, Large floor-to-ceiling Windows. Visitors sit in the coffee house along the street, enjoying the sun, leisurely and comfortable. Then proceed to Fez, after arrival, dinner and hotel rest. (This day will take a long time to pull, it is recommended to bring snacks.) Overnight in Fes.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the 9th-century Fez City, which is rated as one of the top 10 romantic cities in the world by the famous American magazine (Traveler). People seem to go back a thousand years, donkeys are still the main means of transportation, Visit the medieval Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981) in Bou Inania medersas, Nejjarine Spring, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum Zaouia) (appearance) (ancient capital builder) and [appearance of Qarqouiyyin University, the world's first university], [Brilu Blue Gate (appearance)] are UN protected cultural relics, visit a variety of world-famous handicraft workshops: Copper plates, carpets, dyeing houses, etc., you can see buildings or interior decoration with blue mosaics and Mosaic crafts displayed in shops everywhere in the city. To Morocco's Versailles, the Islamic historic city of Meknes, the ancient city walls are magnificent and famous for the meaning of "victory and triumph" (Bab Mansour); Meknes was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1996. Next, visit the ancient Roman North African ruins [Volubilis City], also on the World Heritage List, according to records, in the 1st century AD, here was a bustling city, the whole city showed a thriving scene. There are now well-preserved white stone columns of the Triumphal arch and the theatre. Even the streets, residential houses, oil mills, public baths, markets, etc. of the ancient city are still clearly visible, and there are many Mosaic murals. Then return to Fes. Overnight in Fes .
Warm note: The ancient city of Fez is distributed with large and small shops, among which mosaics, bronze, carpets, leather and other handicraft workshops show the oldest crafts of Fez, which do not belong to tourist shopping stores. If there is a local accompany to sell goods and shopping stores, please tourists according to their own situation, voluntarily choose whether to buy, our company does not force shopping in the store.
After breakfast at the hotel, head to [Blue Town - Chefchaouen]. As a tourist destination in Morocco, the pure, crisp air and seemingly eternal blue sky complement each other with a patchwork of Arab cities, outlining a natural blue picture. Along the famous Plaza Uta el-Hammam, step on the irregular cobblestone pavement and you will feel as if you have lived a lifetime. The mottled castle in the square, surrounded by red walls, and the striking Grand Mosque, all attract visitors to see, worship, and even want to kiss it. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
After breakfast, drive to Tangier, visit Tangier Castle (exterior), Tangier Old Town, traditional markets, then head to Cape Spader to see Spain and the boundary between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Visit the famous Kasbah Lighthouse and the Hole of Africa. Overnight in Tangier.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Mediterranean town of Asilah - In 1978, two famous local artists, together with 11 friends from all over the world, painted all over the walls of the town. Brightly colored and of a high artistic standard, these works are here to satisfy the endless imagination of photography lovers. Then drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, to visit the Moroccan Royal Palace (appearance) and the North African architectural style of the Mosque of Macsur (appearance), the Fort of Oudaya, the Mausoleum of Muhamed V and the Tower of Hassan, and finally drive to Casablanca. Overnight in Casablanca.
After breakfast, visit Casablanca, the North African spy city, and visit the most modern mosque in the world [Hassan II Mosque] (the third largest mosque in the Islamic world, with a construction area of 2 hectares, 200 meters long and 100 meters wide, the roof can be opened and closed, 25 automatic doors are all made of titanium alloy, which can resist seawater corrosion, and the marble floor in the temple is heated all the year round. It is the most modern mosque in the world. Then continue to visit [Mohammed V Square], [Hassan II Square (Pigeon Square)]. Walk Casablanca [Miami Beach Boulevard], face the sea breeze, look out at the blue Atlantic Ocean. Then it is on to the Habouse, a settlement built by the French government during the French colonial period to deal with the influx of outsiders, especially the Fess artisans. The French designers followed the architectural style of the old town, but the spacing was clear and the planning was rational. There are courts, mosques, handicrafts shops, cafes, etc., unique style. (Exterior) Rick's Cafe.Overnight in Casablanca.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport
Includes:
12 nights accommodations -
- 3 nights Casablanca
- 1 night Essaouira
- 2 nights Marrakesh
- 1 night Ouarzazate
- 2 nights Fez
- 1 night Tangier
- 1 night Chefchaouen
- 1 night Mezouga
35 meals - 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners (including Chez Ali Fantasia dinner show);
Admissions: TBA
Sightseeing per itinerary in air-conditioned vehicles;
Services of English-speaking local guides;
Driver and tour guide gratuities are included.
Excludes:
Upgrade 1 lunch or dinner in Rick's Cafe in Casablanca;
other options TBA