With a trip to Morocco one realizes that it is difficult to dribble through the clichés: the spices, the carpets, the dromedaries, the ubiquitous guides, the arabesques, the glasses of tea. But at the same time it is impossible not to be surprised and fascinated. In a trip to Morocco there is really everything, only it is better than expected.
Marrakech, “the millennial,” is one of Morocco’s most unique cities. The city’s charm lies above all in the pulsating life of its famous square, the Jemaa el Fna, in the narrow, colorful streets that make up the Medina and its souks, and in the mixture of races and ethnicities that meet there.
From here we set off on a journey through lesser-known territories, among the oases of the south of the country, once stations of the caravans of spices and gold, deserted tracks and Berber villages, on the traces of the past in the ksars, in the faces of the people, in the scents of spices, until we reach the dunes of Erg Chegaga where we will stay overnight in a tented camp, amid silence and starry skies, the Draa valley, with its endless palm grove, and finally the ocean and the Atlantic coast. A journey between history and nature, past and present.
Starting from € 1800
Berber Tale, Marrakech, the Draa Valley and the Desert.
Arrival at Marrakech airport. Assistance from our staff.Depends on the time of your flight departure for a guided tour of the medina, souks and monuments of Marrakech. Marrakech is nicknamed “The Pearl of the South,” founded in the 12th century by the Almoravid dynasty. Morocco’s founders left remarkable palaces and gardens. Visit the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace. Visit the souk and walk through the city’s alleys, where the scenery is fascinating. Finally visit to the famous Djemaa El Fna square, where the show is permanent: snake charmers, fire eaters and performers of all kinds. In the afternoon free time to stroll independently through the medina and souks. Free dinner and overnight stay in riad.
Overnight stay (Les Jardins de la Koutoubia ) or similar.
An elegant property located in the heart of the Medina, not far from the famous Jemaa El Fna Square, Les Jardins de la Koutoubia is a charming accommodation with top-notch amenities. 108 rooms including 2 royal suites, 22 junior suites and 30 mini suites.
The meeting point will be the riad from where we will leave at 8:30 am. We will pass through the High Atlas, crossing the TiznTichka pass where we will make several stops with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and villages. During this trip you will also visit an argan cooperative to learn about the process of producing this oil that is a myriad of benefits to the human body. From there we will continue south making a 6-km detour on a track that will take us to the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, where we will visit the kasbah that is a UNESCO heritage site. Famous movies such as Gladiator, Astrix and Obelix, Sahara, The Jewel of the Nile … After lunch, we will head to Ouarzazate, considered the great gateway to the desert, and from there we will continue to the Valley of the Roses, where we will spend the night. From a Berber family (a unique experience to discover tradition of the Berbers of the ‘Atlas.
Overnight stay (Les Jardins de la Koutoubia ) or similar.
After breakfast we will continue along a road that will take us to the Dades Gorges, which in the surrounding mountains are a strategic site. We will continue our journey along a road dotted with beautiful kasbahs, all different from each other, and then reach the Todra Gorges. In ancient times, the watercourse carved its bed on the tender limestone surface, embedding itself between the rocks and thus forming the vertical walls of these gorges considered a climbers’ paradise. We will stop on the banks of the river, where for a few dozen meters you can soak in the coolness of the place and take a walk. Then we will head to the town of Touroug where we will stop for lunch and in the late afternoon arrive at the beautiful dunes of Erg Chebbi. After the traditional welcome tea, we will change our vehicle for another 4×4 – camels. Once astride the camels, we will cross the dunes and then reach the Berber bivouac, located in the heart of the desert. There you can enjoy a magical sunset and take pictures of this enchanting landscape. Dinner and overnight stay with a Nomada Berber family (real nomads).
Overnight stay (Xaluca Dades )
Situated at an altitude of 1,600 meters and surrounded by the majestic Atlas Mountains, the Xaluca Dades Hotel offers guests spectacular views of the Dades Valley. The hotel has 110 cozy rooms, expertly designed and furnished with materials from different African countries
After watching the sunrise break through the dunes and a good breakfast, we will begin a new day that will take us through beautiful desert landscapes: the oasis of Hassi Labied, the village of Khamlia, the ruins of the old Mifis mines, nomads in Berber tents, and finally the village of Tissardmine with its oasis and rocks full of fossils. In the afternoon we will return to the riad and, before dinner, we can take a walk on the dune to watch the sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in the House of a Gnawa family (grandchildren of ancient slaves with GANA origin. Sudan…).
Overnight stay (Kasbah Sahara )
Kasbah Sahara is a traditional simple Berber hotel located in Mhamid, gateway to Erg Chegaga. It has recently renovated air-conditioned rooms that open onto a garden, terrace and orange grove, swimming pool and restaurant.
The last day of our stay in the desert will begin with Rissani: a visit to the traditional souk known for selling dates and donkeys. We will leave the desert and continue our route admiring the pre-desert landscape until we reach the Draa Valley, where we will stop for lunch and enjoy enchanting panoramic views of Morocco’s longest valley. The route will continue to Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Morocco, where we will visit the film studios (optional visit) and spend the night. Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional hotel.
Overnight stay (Riad Bouchedor) The riad is built in the form of a kasbah. Typical Moroccan construction with four corner towers, high walls and central courtyard. In the past they were designed for living and protection from attack. Living in a Kasbah was a sign of health.
After breakfast departure from the Deep South to Marrakech. Possibility to visit Ouarzazate and its movie studios, you are still in the Hollywood of Morocco! We will then continue for a visit to the beautiful Kasbah taourirte This is a splendid sand castle, so beautiful with its play of light that it has become the setting for many famous films such as “Lawrence of Arabia” and “A tea in the desert”.And finally passage to the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260 meters), from where you can admire spectacular views. We will then reach the Red City, which does not need too much introduction, dinner with a family from Marrakech, and booking in a riad.
Overnight Stay (Riad Du Rabbin )
The exclusive 4-star standard of RIAD DU RABBIN combines the magnificent charm of the Orient with the first-class service of the best hotels.
Afterwards depart for a guided tour of the medina, souks and monuments of Marrakech. Marrakech is nicknamed “The Pearl of the South,” founded in the 12th century by the Almoravid dynasty. Morocco’s founders left remarkable palaces and gardens. Visit the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace. Visit the souk and walk through the city’s alleys, where the scenery is fascinating. Finally visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square, where the show is permanent: snake charmers, fire eaters and performers of all kinds. Cooking class and lunch at a women’s association. In the afternoon free time to walk independently through the medina and souks. Free dinner and overnight stay in riad.
Overnight Stay (Riad Du Rabbin )
Transfer to the airport in Marrakech in time for your flight back to Italy.
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