LE GRAND TOURS

Day 1 : Casablanca

Arrival to Casablanca the economic and modern capital of Morocco. Drive to the hotel for rest and refreshement. Spend the afternoon visiting the mosque of Casablanca. One of the greatest architectural realisation of the twentieth century. Walk through the french quarter with its Art Deco heritage and visit some art galleries.
On option DINNER AT CASABLANCA BAR

Day 2: RABAT/ TANGIER

As Morocco’s capital, Rabat is home to the country’s most important museums,the Royal Palace, and the Mausoleum of MohamedV. Situated right on the Atlantic Ocean, with the Bou Regreg River running to the west
separating it from its sister-city of Salé.
Rabat has a much calmer atmosphere than the nearby Casablanca. And for many tourists, a visit to Rabat can be a pleasant surprise andwelcome break from the hustle of other Moroccan cities. History-fiends are sure to enjoy wandering the Chellah excavation area and exploring the lovely Oudaias Kasbah.

Drive to Tangier

Welcome to expat heaven Tangier, Morocco, where the British still cling to an elegant social round, for the most part long gone in the mother country.With their own church, their favourite hotel, the Minzah, built by the immensely rich Marquis of Bute in the Thirties; their own riding school; and their own cemetery (and pet cemetery).Today, the King of Morocco Mohammed VI is determined to make it a showcase city. He has built a corniche at the base of the kasbah and a marina that he hopes will make it into another Monaco.

Day 3: Tetouan/ Chefchaouen

Arriving to Tetouan through the spanish quarter, we Walk through the vegetable market, meat and fish market and the berber market. Walking through the kasbah in Medina there is the street with only jewellers .Here is quite a sight, awesome 18 karat gold in every store. And the bridal shops, they are exquisite.

Continuation to Chefchaouen

Hidden deep within the Rif Mountains of the Northwest Morocco is a small, quiet city called Chefchaouen.This sleepy mountain village is one of the most beautiful cities n the entire world.The ancient part of Chefchaouen, known as the medina, is covered in all shades of blue paint. You’ll find blue spreading across the streets, the walls, and even inside the homes on nearly every street and alleyway. It’s not hard to figure out why Chefchaouen is often called “The Blue Pearl of Morocco.”

Day 4: Volubilis/ Mekness/ Fes

The Mauritanian capital, founded in the 3rd century B.C.,became an important outpost of the Roman Empire and was graced with many fine buildings. Extensive remains of these survive in the archaeological site, located in a fertile agricultural area.Volubilis was later briefly to become the capital of Idris I, founder of the Idrisid dynasty, who is buried at nearby Moulay Idris.

To Meknes


IMPERIAL BEAUTY
The great sultan, Moulay Ismail made Meknes his imperial capital and it is there that he is entombed. The sultan turned it into a impressive city in Spanish-Moorish style, surrounded by high walls with great doors, where the harmonious blending of the Islamic and European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today. Here we will visit his mausoleum, Place ElHedim and Bab al Mansour, and his stables and granaries.

DAY 5: FES

Highlights of your day: discover Fes’s history with visits to the Bou Inania Medersa (Koranic university) and the Nejarine Square.
Afterwards, you’ll have a chance to take a leisurely walk through countless souks and visiting the famous fes tanneries.
In the evening cooking class and wine tasting to end with a refined home made dinner.

DAY 6: ERFOUD / SAHARA

Make your way south from Fes to the edge of the Sahara and the Tafilet
Oasis, the last stop on the trans-Saharan trading route before Timbuktu.
Merzouga has turned out to be a very famous tourist destination in Morocco.
This place is a magical and charming destination filled with mystery and magnetism.
Many people consider Merzouga as the jewel of Sahara, thus make sure that you do not skip this fascinating destination in your vacation so that you taste the magical experience in person.
Climb the dunes to watch the glorious sunset before indulging in a delicious traditional Berber dinner.
Spend the rest of the evening gazing up at the stars—there’s nothing like the clear Saharan night sky.
If you’ve always dreamed of riding a camel up the dunes of the Sahara to watch the sun rise in the east, this is your morning!

DAY 7: SAHARA / SKOURA

CONTINUE your adventure in the Sahara before heading west to Dades Gorges, one of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in the world. Known locally as “the brain of the Atlas”.
STAY at Kasbah Ait Ben Moro.The tasteful Moroccan decor, ambient lighting and delicious food make the Kasbah Ait Ben Moro a place not to miss. Its roof terraces also offer fabulous views of the palm groves and the distant Atlas Mountains.

In the evening Organic Dinner with the berber chef.

DAY 8. OUARZAZATE/ AIT BEN HADDOU /TAROUDANT

Ouarzazate is relatively small (~60000habitants) and, for Morocco, a quiet town, built mostly along the main street – Avenue Muhammed V. Ouarzazate is situated at an elevation of 1,135 metres. Its name comes from a Berber phrase meaning “without noise” or “without confusion”. In the past, Ouarzazate was a crossroad for African tradersseeking to reach northern cities in Morocco and Europe.During the French period, Ouarzazate expanded considerably as a garrison town and administrative centre. It is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara. Now it is “The holywood of Morocco”.
NEXT AIT BEN HADDOU

This is a traditional Mud Brick city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains. It has featured in many films, mostly as a replacement for Jerusalem.It has appeared in more than 10 movies, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.
A nice stop for lunch

TAROUDANT with a stop for safran tea

ARRIVING TO TAROUDANT

Take a caleche ride round the walls and through town. This is particularly good after dusk when the driver may light candles to see and the fountains are lit and working or early in the morning.
Visit the new sculpture park.

DAY 9 : AGADIR /ESSAOUIRA

Agadir is a major modern city in the southern part of Morocco. It is of interest primarily because of its location, as it is surrounded by the Anti Atlas, the Sahara Desert on the Atlantic coast with many national parks, and secluded beaches which are all easily accessible.
Set out for Essaouira.
Essaouira is the perfect place to wander—it is a serene and picturesque city. Once known as Mogador, Essaouira’s blue and white medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

DAY 10: ESSAOUIRA

Walking tour of Essaouira in the morning, includind mallah, market, thuya wood artsans ,jewellery silver artisans. After lunch Browse the numerous and lively café terraces or restaurants, and the myriad art galleries scattered about town.

Day 11 : Essaouira

Sport activities

DAY 12:MARRAKECH

Drive inland to Marrakech. You will recognize it by its ancient pink-walled medina.
After you have settled in, spend the early evening becoming acquainted with the city offering you some shopping recommendations, or book a hammam (a steamy ritual bath) for the afternoon , or the cooking class of the tanjaia of Marrakech.

On option dinner at THE FANTASIA SHOW.

DAY 13: MARRAKECH

Highlights of your day: the colorful and exotic souks (marketplaces), the stately Koranic university, and some of Marrakech’s excellent museums.
Highlights of your day: take in the sights and smells of the tropical Majorelle Gardens, tour the opulent Saadien Tombs, and visit the Dar Si Said Museum of Moroccan Arts.

DAY 14: MARRAKECH

Departure and BON VOYAGE