Hidden atlas and atlantic elegance 6 days

Going to Atlas Mountains and imlil, crossing a vibrantly green valley that stays fresh and lush even during the hottest days of the summer. After breakfast, depart towards the High Atlas Mountains, driving through lush green valleys to the village of Imlil, located at the foothills of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa. Imlil is a well-known starting point for mountain treks and home to several traditional Berber villages. From here, enjoy a mule ride of about 40 minutes to the charming village of Armed (Aroumd), set at 1,843 meters above sea level. Lunch will be served in a local Berber house, offering an authentic cultural experience. Return to your auberge in Imlil. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Imlil

After breakfast, depart for Taroudant, often referred to as “Little Marrakech.” Surrounded by impressive ramparts, the town is known for its lively souks, traditional markets, and strong Berber heritage. Enjoy free time to explore the narrow alleyways and vibrant squares on foot. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Taroudant

Following breakfast, continue your journey to Essaouira, a charming fortified city on the Atlantic Ocean. With its relaxed atmosphere, historic ramparts, colorful fishing port, and artistic soul, Essaouira offers a refreshing contrast to inland cities. Explore the medina (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Skala, artisan workshops, and the lively harbor. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Essaouira

After breakfast, 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 travellers 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. Your sightseeing tour will include the following: 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 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. 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 your breakfast at hotel, departure to Marrakech, transfer to Menara airport Marrakech Back home!