7 Days Tour Enchanting Trails of Morocco

Casablanca To Marrakech

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Overview

Morocco is a North African country on the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts known for its Berber, Arab, and European influences. The medina, or historic part, of Marrakesh is a lively site, with its Jemaa el-Fna square and souks (markets) offering pottery, jewelry, and metal lanterns. The Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat, Morocco’s capital, is a 12th-century royal fort with a view of the sea.

Highlights

An overview of the key highlights for a 7-day trip covering Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Merzouga Desert, Todgha Gorges, Ouarzazate, and Marrakech:

  • Casablanca: The grand Hassan II Mosque with its stunning oceanfront architecture.
  • Rabat: The Kasbah of the Udayas and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, rich in history and offering beautiful views.
  • Volubilis: Roman ruins showcasing ancient history with mosaics and towering arches.
  • Merzouga Desert: Camel trekking through the Sahara dunes, a stunning sunset, and a night in a Berber camp.
  • Todgha Gorges: Dramatic limestone gorges with towering cliffs, perfect for hiking and photography.
  • Ouarzazate: The UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, an iconic fortified village used in numerous films.
  • Marrakech: The vibrant atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fnaa and the peaceful Majorelle Garden.

This trip offers a balance of cultural exploration, historic landmarks, and natural wonders.

Included/Exclude

  • Accommodations
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Dinner In Desert
  • Transportation with chauffeur guide tour
  • Fuel & bottle of water
  • Guides local in Fez & Marrakech
  • Luxury camp
  • Camel Ride
  • Sandboarding
  • Taxes
  • Lunches
  • Vol
  • Tips
  • Fees entrance Monuments

Tour Plan

After arrival ,we’ll start with Casablanca the main commercial capital of the morocco .first we’ll visit Hassan 2 the second largest mosque in the world especially its location  above the ocean this is one of the great achievement of morocco architecture. Then to Place Mohamed V where the must old government buildings.

The tour continue to the capital city of Morocco, Rabat. In this beautiful city, you’ll see the recent Hassan Tower . Then the 11th-century fort - the Ordains Kasbah - which was built from the Andalusian-style

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a full day tour. In the morning you will be driven to Meknes an imperial city that exists since the first rulers of the Alawite dynasty that governed Morocco. There you’ll see the grandiose gateway of Babb el-Mansur, the Sahrij Souani Basin and The sumptuously decorated Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.

After lunch, your journey continues on to Volubilis, This is Morocco's most famous Roman remnant dating in AD 24-285.the walls and buildings are well preserved. After a stop in mouly Driss Zerhoun a city is built upon the rocky spurs of the Khyber and Tazga hills, with the buildings tumbling down the slopes dramatically .At the end of this exciting day you will be driven via Mountains to FES for the night in our Hotel/Riad.

Fez, one of Morocco's oldest and most fascinating cities, is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and well-preserved medieval architecture. Here's a guide to sightseeing that you will see with your local guide:
  • Medina of Fez (Fes el-Bali):
Explore the UNESCO-listed Medina of Fez, a labyrinthine maze of narrow alleyways, bustling souks (markets), and historic landmarks. Highlights include: Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque: Founded in 859 AD, it's one of the oldest universities in the world. Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate): an iconic entrance to the old city, adorned with intricate blue tilework. Chouara Tannery: Witness traditional leather tanning methods dating back centuries. Medersa Bou Inania is a stunning example of Marinid architecture, featuring intricate tile work and a peaceful courtyard. Attarine Madrasa: Another beautiful madrasa known for its intricate stucco and tile decorations.
  • Fez Jdid (New Fez):
Explore the newer part of Fez, known for its wider streets and elegant architecture. Highlights include: Royal Palace: While not open to the public, you can admire its impressive golden doors and intricate mosaics from the outside. Mellah (Jewish Quarter): Explore the historic Jewish Quarter with its synagogues, markets, and architecture.
  • Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts & Crafts:
Discover traditional Moroccan woodworking techniques and admire exquisite examples of craftsmanship.
  • Fez Pottery Cooperative:
Visit a traditional pottery workshop and witness artisans creating intricate pottery using traditional techniques.
  • Bou Inania Madrasa:
Explore this 14th-century theological school, known for its stunning architecture and intricate decorations.
  • Shopping in the Souks:
Wander through the souks of Fez and shop for traditional Moroccan handicrafts, including rugs, textiles, pottery, spices, and leather goods.

The road between Fez and Merzouga Desert offers travelers a journey through diverse landscapes, historical sites, and cultural experiences. Here are some definitions to enhance your understanding of this route:
  • Middle Atlas Mountains:
This mountain range, traversed along the road between Fez and Merzouga, is characterized by cedar forests, rugged peaks, and scenic valleys. It offers stunning panoramic views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, trekking, and wildlife spotting.
  • Ifrane:
Known as the "Switzerland of Morocco," Ifrane is a charming town nestled in the Middle Atlas Mountains. It's famous for its European-style architecture, clean streets, and lush greenery. Visitors can explore its parks, gardens, and alpine landscapes.
  • Ziz Valley:
As travelers descend from the Middle Atlas Mountains, they enter the Ziz Valley, a fertile oasis characterized by palm groves, date palms, and traditional Berber villages. The valley's verdant scenery contrasts with the surrounding arid landscape, providing a picturesque backdrop for the journey.
  • Erfoud:
Erfoud, a town located on the edge of the Sahara Desert, is known as the "Gateway to the Sahara." It's a bustling hub for travelers heading to Merzouga and other desert destinations. Erfoud is also famous for its fossil deposits and hosts an annual date festival celebrating the region's date palm harvest.
  • Erg Chebbi:
The vast sand dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga are one of Morocco's most iconic desert landscapes. Towering sand dunes, reaching heights of up to 150 meters, create a mesmerizing panorama that changes colors with the shifting light of the sun. Visitors can enjoy camel treks, desert camping, and stargazing in this remote and otherworldly environment.
  • Nomadic Berber Camps:
Along the road to Merzouga, travelers may encounter nomadic Berber camps nestled amidst the desert dunes. These traditional camps offer a glimpse into the nomadic way of life, where visitors can experience Berber hospitality, enjoy traditional music and dance, and savor authentic Moroccan cuisine under the starlit desert sky.
  • Sahara Desert:
The journey culminates in the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert, one of the world's most iconic and awe-inspiring landscapes. The desert's timeless beauty, serene silence, and endless sand dunes create an unforgettable experience for travelers venturing into its heart.
  • About the Camel Ride:
Embarking on a camel ride to catch the sunset and then being dropped off at a luxury desert camp is a fantastic way to experience the magic of the Sahara Desert in style. Here's what you can expect from such an excursion:
  1. Sunset Camel Ride:
Your journey will begin in the late afternoon, where you'll meet your camel caravan and experienced guides at a designated starting point, often near Merzouga or a nearby village. Mount your camel and set off into the desert, riding at a leisurely pace as you make your way towards a scenic vantage point to witness the sunset. As you traverse the golden sands, you'll be surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the desert landscape, with towering dunes and vast expanses of sand stretching out before you.
  1. Sunset Spectacle:
Arrive at a picturesque spot just in time to witness the sunset over the Sahara Desert. Watch as the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant colors, casting a warm glow over the desert and creating a truly magical atmosphere. Your camel guides will ensure that you have plenty of time to take photographs, soak in the serene ambiance, and marvel at the beauty of nature's spectacle.
  1. Arrival at the Luxury Camp:
After sunset, continue your camel ride to reach the luxury desert camp where you'll be spending the night. Upon arrival, you'll be warmly greeted by the camp staff and escorted to your luxurious accommodations, which may include spacious tents furnished with comfortable beds, plush bedding, and traditional decor. Take some time to relax and unwind in the elegant surroundings of the camp, enjoying the tranquil ambiance and savoring the serenity of the desert.
  1. Evening Activities:
As the evening unfolds, indulge in a sumptuous dinner prepared with traditional Moroccan flavors, served under the starlit desert sky. After dinner, gather around a crackling campfire to enjoy traditional music performances, storytelling, or simply to stargaze and marvel at the brilliance of the night sky. Some luxury desert camps may also offer additional amenities such as spa treatments, guided stargazing sessions, or private dining experiences for an extra touch of indulgence.
  1. Overnight Stay:
Spend the night in the lap of luxury, drifting off to sleep under a canopy of stars and waking up to the tranquil sounds of the desert. Wake up refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to embark on the next leg of your desert adventure or simply to savor the peaceful ambiance of your desert retreat before bidding farewell to the Sahara. Embarking on a sunset camel ride followed by a stay at a luxury desert camp offers a truly unforgettable experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty and serenity of the Sahara Desert while enjoying the comfort and luxury of upscale accommodations.

Your camel man will wake you up early in the morning to watch what well may be the best sunrise Climbing the sand to experience sunrise at Merzouga is a unique experience that is so often embedded in the minds of our visitors .then you’ll camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga admiring the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with their colors as the day progresses.

After breakfast in the Raid, you’ll leave for Dads Valley (Road of a Thousand Kasbahs) through Rissani, Erfoud (a historic region and an archaeologist’s delight that is packed with fossils) and Tinghir showing the traditional rural life of this region, a beautifully constructed houses dotting the landscape of the largest oasis .reaching Todra gorges – the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco- undoubtedly one of the most spectacular natural attractions that Morocco has to offer. The walls of the gorge are cut in the walls of the gorge reaches 300 meters. Afterwards we’ll drive through the Dads Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes» and many landscapes of Berber villages.

After checking on your raid we’ll get to watch the sunset on tssidrine road. Overnight in our Hotel/Riad.

After breakfast in the hotel we’ll drive through The Dades Valley a fascinating part of the famous Road of a thousand Kasbahs. We’ll stop at Kalaa-Mgouna, “the rose city” famous with its annual festival of roses, to purchase the rosewater, and a lot of cosmetics local products. Continuing on to Skoura and the bird’s valley where the main features are the mud brick Kasbahs especially the Kasbah Ameridil, a well-preserved Kasbah in this area.

After some hiking in the valley lunch is in a restaurant overlooking the whole valley. The 7 days tour continues to Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa”,

we’ll dive the UNESCO protected Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of the most beautiful Kasbahs on this area. The Kasbah has magnificent views of the surrounding palms,

heading to Marrakech via the tizin’tichka pass .we’ll stop to visit the town of Telouet and its ancient 17th century Kasbah then we’ll continue exploring the tIzin’tichka road especially its great landscape of Berber’s villages.

At afternoon at Marrakech you can have a free time to wander in Djemâa El-Fna and enjoy its charm and have your drinks while enjoying the view from roof restaurants.overnight at our local riad in Marrakech.

 Marrakesh could be the town that shows all of Morocco's exotic culture and charm. with one of our native guide, you may visit the Koutoubia mosque built in the 12th century, the Majorelle Garden packed with cacti, palms and ferns, the work of painter Jacques Majorelle, Then w'll visit plenty of monuments  like the Saadian Tombs This 16th-century graveyard full of mosaic tiles .

After a break for lunch. you may have time to explore the fascinating souks( native markets ) it’s the town's star attraction you mustn't miss the Babouche (shoes) Souk, Chouari (carpenter's) open-air market, El-Attarine (perfume and spice) souk and the Cherratine (leather) souk and the narrow alleys around the Djemâa El-Fna square where within the evening, you'll be charmed with snake charmers, singers, acrobats, dancers, narrators, and story-tellers – moving from one group to another, Night within the riad.

Today, depending on your departure time, we will drive you to the airport for your departure flight or any other place you choose. ENDS OF 7 DAYS ROUR FROM CASABLANCA

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