Discovery of Morocco : Luxury & VIP Experiences

After breakfast, short visit of the Economic Capital: the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II.

Departure to the second imperial city Rabat, the administrative capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Sightseeing tour with visit Ouadayas garden, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This picturesque fortress, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, features beautiful Andalusian gardens and narrow, winding streets. The Kasbah’s tranquil ambiance and stunning views provide a perfect introduction to Rabat. Visit the Mohamed V Mausoleum, an architectural masterpiece that houses the tombs of King Mohammed V and his sons. The mausoleum’s stunning design, blending traditional Moroccan and modern elements, makes it a significant cultural landmark. Visit the Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret dating back to the 12th century. It alongside the ruins of a grand mosque, offers panoramic views of Rabat and its surroundings.

Continuation to Chefchaoun, a small charming city was conquered in 1920 by the Spaniards.

Lunch at local restaurant

Overnight at Hotel/Riad in Chefchaouen

After breakfast, visit of Chefchaouen, the famous blue city. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Chefchaouen. Known for its blue-washed buildings, this picturesque town offers a unique blend of culture and natural beauty. Start your exploration with a visit to the Blue Medina, a labyrinth of streets where every building is painted in varying shades of blue. This picturesque setting is perfect for photography enthusiasts, capturing the essence of Chefchaouen’s charm. Next, head to Plaza Uta el-Hammam, the heart of Chefchaouen.

Surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and boutiques, this lively square is an ideal spot to relax and soak in the local atmosphere. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan mint tea while observing the vibrant street life. Explore Ras El-Ma, known for its natural spring and small waterfalls.

This tranquil area offers a glimpse into daily life in Chefchaouen, where locals gather to do their laundry. The serene environment provides a peaceful retreat from the bustling medina. For an unforgettable view, embark on a hike to the Spanish Mosque. This vantage point offers a sweeping panorama of Chefchaouen and its surroundings, especially enchanting during sunset when the landscape is bathed in golden hues.

Lunch at local restaurant

Overnight at hotel/Riad in Chefchaouen

After your breakfast, departure to the Imperial city of Meknes known as the “Moroccan Versailles” and founded in the 17th century by King Moulay Ismail. Meknes is famous for its 25-milelong walls. There are numerous historic sites to see and here we name but a few; The massive gate of Bab Mansour, The Bassin de L’Agdal a massive 400m x 100m pool dating back some 300 years. The Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail is one of only three Moroccan shrines that non-Muslims can visit. Continuation to Fes. Check in hotel

Lunch at local restaurant

Overnight at hotel in Fes

Full day tour of the oldest imperial cities, founded around 790 by Idriss Ier. Fez, who was for many centuries a political and intellectual capital of Morocco, had become a center for meetings and exchanges. It is reported that Pope Sylvester II 999-1003 stayed in his youth to study there after which he introduced Arabic numerals to Europe. Sightseeing tour will include the following:

The Medersa: This theological college, marked by its green tiled roof, is a prime example of Merinid architecture, and it's the most beautiful of Kairaounie University's residential colleges. Inside, elegant calligraphy graces the ceramic tile walls. The marble floors, sculpted cedar, and carved stucco walls—made with a concoction of plaster and egg white—have held up since this masterpiece Medersa was built in 1350. Since it is still in use, non-Muslims must depart during prayer time.

Bab Boujloud: Constructed in 1913, this gate is about 1,000 years younger than the buildings behind it. It'sproof that age doesn't matter—the relatively youthful structure is the most strikingly beautiful entry point into the old city. Painted flowers and calligraphy embellish its outer blue ceramic tiles and, depending on one's interpretation, the green mosaic interior either represents peace or the official color of Islam. Stop by at sunset for some excellent photo opportunities.

The Mellah: The Jewish Quarter. The Jews lived here and received protection from the sultan. The main street is especially interesting with its balconies and Art Deco zellij mosaic. Most Jews in Fez (around 300) now live in the Ville Nouvelle. Highlights will include the visit of mellah with its synagogues (Rabbi Shlomo Ibn Danan Synagogue, Roben Ben Sadoun, the Jewish Museum of the Em Habanim synagogue), next a visit to the Jewish cemetery which contains the tombs of more Jewish saints than any other cemetery in Morocco, like, Merzouga Yehuda Ben Attar, Abner Ha-Serfati, Solika Hatchuel, Monsenego... We will visit also the house of Maimonides with its mysterious water clock.

Souk: The souks of Fez are located in the ancient city center, the medina. Merchants selling the same sort of products are generally grouped together in their own “souk”. The tiny alleyways are crowded with the tiny boutiques on both sides The henna and wood working souks are located in the Nejjarine neighborhood and the scent of cedar is everywhere. The main plaza is planted with trees and provides a shaded haven from the warm sun. Various natural products derived from henna are sold here. Nejjarine is also where the fabric dyers are located. You simply should not miss El Attarine, the spice souk. Without question, this souk is the most colourful in Fez.

New Medina: The “nouvelle Ville” of Fez, or the new city, provides a startling contrast with Fès el Bali. Wide and elegant avenues are lined with numerous cafés and restaurants. The modern aspect of the new city highlights the economic differences of the suburbs and the city center.

Lunch at local restaurant

Overnight at hotel in Fes

Departure via the Middle-Atlas Mountains, passing by Ifrane and Azrou, an important handicraft center. Drive south and inland through a variety of spectacular scenery – fertile valleys and forests contrasted with barren, rocky landscapes. The area is populated with wandering nomadic shepherds attending to their flocks. Pass through cedar forests which are home to Barbary apes, North Africa's monkeys. Midelt is a market town, originally built as a base for mining in the area and surrounded by farmland and orchards. Continuation to Erfoud, a city located in southeast Morocco, was built up by the French troops after the victory at Tafilalet that ended years of battle in 1932. While it is a modern Moroccan desert town, it still preserves the authenticity of a true Arab city with an impressively wild market and gorgeous surrounding landscapes filled with oases, dunes, and Rocky Mountains. Take the camels and enjoy an outstanding ride along the dunes to attend one of the most magnificent suns set in the world. Upon arrival at the camp, a welcoming mint tea will be presented.

Dinner and overnight in a luxury Camp in Merzouga

If you wake up early enough, you can watch the sunrise, when the colour of the dunes and the game of shadows are an impressive sight. Take 4-wheel car back to Erfoud, depart to Tinghir via Tinejdad road with its magnificent Kasbahs. Visit the Todra canyons situated on the east side of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco. The Todra Gorge is recognized around the world as one of the most spectacular canyons. Here, both the Todra and Dades Rivers have carved out cliff-sided canyons on their final 25-mile stretch through the mountains, leaving behind this series of reliefs and etches in the rock. Continue to the Dades Valley, often referred to as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” This region is known for its stunning rock formations and verdant oases. The drive through the valley provides numerous photo opportunities, with dramatic landscapes and picturesque villages dotting the route.

Dinner and overnight at riad in Boumalne Dades

After breakfast, departure to Ouarzazate via the Rose Valley is a captivating journey through some of southern Morocco’s most stunning and culturally rich landscapes. The route winds through the dramatic rock formations and traditional villages of the Dades region before descending into the lush and fragrant Rose Valley, especially vibrant in spring when the air is filled with the scent of blooming roses.

Ouarzazate was once a crossing point for African traders seeking to reach northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Spend some time exploring the sights. Visit the UNESCO–listed fortified village of Ait Benhaddou in the High Atlas Mountains. This is the most spectacular fortress in the South of Morocco. It is built on the left side of the salty valley on a hill, its unique location and natural decor make the village the main shooting location for famous films such as Lawrence of Arabia and Jesus of Nazareth. Each door, each courtyard holds its architectural treasure and terraces on top of buildings offer beautiful views of the village and the river below. Continue through the Tizi- nTichka Pass to Marrakesh – the “Red City”.

Overnight at hotel in Marrakech

After breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel for full day guided tour of Marrakech. Marrakech was founded in 1062 by one of the chieftains of the Almoravid king Youssuf Ibn Tashfin. The Almoravids were desert warriors, very much attached to their Islamic religion; the original garrison developed very quickly into a city where numerous mosques and madrasas (Koranic schools) were built. Andalousian craftsmen built and decorated several palaces, merging their style with the Saharan and African traditions, which gave the city a distinctive architectural flavour.

Nowadays, Marrakech is a vibrant city which exhibits a curious blend of the ancient and the modern, allowing travelers the chance to experience the genuine medieval atmosphere of the old medina, and visit the trendiest bars, art galleries and restaurants in the French Quarter, Guéliz, built at the beginning of the 20th Century, all in one day.

Highlights of your visit will include:

El Bahia Palace: Built in the late 19th Century, and decorated by the best artisans of Morocco at the time, this palace – intended to be the most magnificent of its age – features an exquisite blend of Andalousian and Moorish styles. Specially interesting are the harem apartments, the trapezoidal garden, and a huge tiled courtyard with fountains.

The Koranic School Medersa Ben Youssef : Theological college was founded by the Merenid Sultan Abu Hassan in the 14th century and restored in 1564 by the Saadians who made it the largest theological college in the Maghreb and a rival to the important Medersa Bou Inania in Fés.

The Koutoubia Mosque: Built by the Almohads in the late years of 12th Century, the Koutoubia Mosque, and specially its minaret, is the most important landmark of Marrakech, and a symbol of the city itself. The minaret served as model for the Giralda in Sevilla and the unfinished Tour Hassan in Rabat, all three being designed by the same architect. Koutoubia means ‘booksellers’, as the trade of books was concentrated in the neighbourhood during the Middle Ages. The minaret of the Koutoubia, 77 meters high, is visible from almost any point of the city – an old ordinance, still in force, forbids any building of Marrakech to surpass the Koutoubia minaret in height.

Djemaa El Fna, the Square: Nobody knows for certain of the origin of this square, whose name evokes, in Arabic, the contradictory notions of assembly or gathering, and that of absence. Probably as old as the city itself, it was a place for public executions during the day, and the meeting point of musicians, mystics, food sellers, pickpockets, acrobats, snake charmers, storytellers, dancers, fortune tellers and other exotic characters at night (happily enough, nowadays it only retains its more playful aspect). Watching sunset from one of its terraces when the call to prayer from the Koutoubia minaret fills the air is one of these ‘zen’ moments that Morocco offers – do not miss it! Despite its lack of significant monuments, Djemaa el Fna became an UNESCO Heritage Site in 1985, as one of the last places in the world where old oral narratives are still enacted.

The Souks: Filling the alleys north of Djmaa el Fna is the souk, or traditional market – the largest one in Morocco. It is, in turn, subdivided in some 18 souks, each one of them devoted to a specific trade or craftsmanship – from spices or ironwork, to the ingredients necessary for casting magic spells. The number of shops – often not much bigger in size than a closet - is overwhelming, and in them Moroccans can indulge in one of the activities that they enjoy most: bargaining. Cunning, patience, sense of humour, and strategy are needed for the game. Try your skills at it!

Overnight at hotel in Marrakech

After breakfast, After breakfast, Day at leisure to enjoy the beauty of the city by your own or optional activities:

Early Morning Departure For Hot Air Balloon Flight

see the breathtaking Atlas plains spreading out under your feet as you ascend into the sky and see the sun creeping above the horizon, casting beautiful colors over the desert below. The cool, serene morning ambiance adds to your experience as you appreciate the incredible views that only birds can. Rising early for a sunrise flight means you get incredible panoramic views as you watch the sun wake for the day and float along the air currents to wherever they take you. On your hour-long journey, soar high above oases and secluded Berber villages, as well as the terraced, irrigated fields of the Al Haouz Plain. Marvel at the incredible mountain range in the background and keep your eyes peeled for caravans of dromedary camels going about their daily business.

Camel Ride And Quad Biking In Palm Grove

Enjoy a camel ride through the beautiful Palmeraie of Marrakech, just a few minutes’ drive from Marrakech. Camels, known as the ‘ships of the desert’ are remarkable animals and offer a relaxing way to enjoy the peace and quiet of the Palmeraie in the palm groves of Marrakech. Once you have found your balance and got used to the very rhythmic motion a camel makes, you will enjoy a break for mint tea. There will be plenty of time for some fun photos and a chance to get to know your camel well. You can also have quad biking tour which lets you marvel at the Marrakesh area's most beautiful scenery from several of the region's adventurous trails. Take on the rugged landscape of the Jbilet desert, winding your way through lush palm groves and rocky riverbeds.

Horse Carriage Tour

Horse rides as the sun sets is undeniably one of the most romantic and heart-stopping sights you can ever witness. Sit back and enjoy the carriage ride around the city’s walls. And wait for just the right time to enjoy special moments with your loved one or your family – a reminder that you are in a very special and magical place, meant to be cherished in every way possible.

Transfer Apt Marrakech

at the end of the day transfer to Marrakech airport to catch your flight back home

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