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DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO MARRAKECH

Today, embark on one of our captivating Morocco vacation packages as we invite you to join us on a 10-day tour to discover the magical Morocco. Upon arrival to Marrakech airport, you will meet our English-speaking driver who will escort you to the comforts of your accommodations. The driver will provide a short introduction of your entire trip in Morocco. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure to indulge in the city’s vibrant soul. Marrakech is an immersive introduction to Morocco with sights, sounds, and aromas that can dazzle and delight you. Chill out in your lodge and uncover its facilities. Overnight with dinner at the hotel or Riad.

• Driving distance: Approximately 05 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 15 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Marrakech.
• Meals: Dinner included.

DAY 2: MARRAKECH SIGHTSEEING TOUR

Welcome to Marrakech, Africa’s Capital of Culture, which will encapsulate you with colorful sights, sounds and smells as soon as you enter. Here, everyone and everything is on the move. It is a city of immense beauty, and its fabulous palaces, bustling souks, and lush palm groves continue to exercise a powerful grip over tourists. Undoubtedly, Morocco’s most intoxicating city, it’s impossible not to be captivated by Marrakech’s vibrant colors, heady scents, and inimitable feel. Although it is fairly a big city, most of the must-see attractions in Marrakech can be found at or within walking distance of the medina (historic center). Walking is the best way to discover its many hidden gems and appreciate the true charm of Marrakech. Within the madness of the medieval Medina, experience the exotic charm and traditional way of life, that has nourished Marrakech for over a millennium. Delve into a labyrinth of hustle and bustle, haggle for treasures, gaze upon starry mountains, and uncover the delights tucked away in this North African destination. The highlights to see and explore are The Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech’s most important mosque and one of the largest houses of worships for followers of Islam when completed in 1158. Visit The Bahia Palace, one of the most beautiful palaces in Marrakech built in the late nineteenth century and is a must-see attraction. The Ben Youssef Madrasa was the largest and most important Islamic school in Morocco. It has over 130 rooms and housed over 900 students. The souks of Marrakech’s medina are a maze of market stalls where the vibrant colors blend with the smell of spices and shouts of merchants. Spend the overnight with breakfast at the hotel.

• Driving distance: No distance.
• Estimated driving duration: No duration.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Marrakech.
• Meals: Breakfast included.

DAY 3: MARRAKECH - HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS

After breakfast we drive to Imlil village where will meet our local Mountain guide. Heading along the Ait Mizane Valley, we first pass Aremd village and then onto the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch. We then continue east and by crossing the flood plains our route takes us along mule tracks and up into the high rocky cliffs above the valley crossing the river we eventually come to the pastoral shrine of Sidi Chamarouch, which attracts tourists and pilgrims. From here the trail continues to climb steadily, snaking and zigzagging its way up to the snowline in (in winter) and the Toukbal Refuge (3207m), our stop for the night, Approx 4 to 5hrs walking. Height difference 1507m between Imlil and Toubkal hut. Spend the overnight with dinner at the hotel.

• Driving distance: Approximately 60 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 1hr 30 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Imlil.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 4: MARRAKECH - AIT BENHADOU KASBAH - OUARZAZATE - DADES GORGES

The thrill of this tour starts almost immediately with a pickup from your accommodation and embark on an unforgettable journey we venture into the scenic Haouz Plain. We will travel across the impressive Atlas Mountains with the panoramic views from the Tizi N’Tichka pass. The descent will lead us to the enchanting adobe villages of the desert, where we will encounter the famed Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a magnificent fortress, recognized as a location for Game of Thrones scenes. We will have the opportunity to explore its charms and indulge in a delightful lunch before continuing our journey to Ouarzazate, fondly dubbed as the “Hollywood of Morocco”. We will visit the 17th-century Taourirt Kasbah, which has remained untouched and even, used as a backdrop for iconic movies such as Gladiator and Prince of Persia. Our journey concludes in the lush oasis of Skoura, and the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs constructed of rammed earth. We will pass Skoura and the Valley of Roses before finally arriving at the awe-inspiring Dades gorges, where we will spend the night with dinner.

• Driving distance: Approximately 335 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 6hrs 30 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Dades gorges.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 5: DADES GORGES - TODRA GORGES - MERZOUGA DESERT

After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to admire the stunning landscapes around Dades gorges. We continue to The Todra Gorges, which is often referred to locally as the Toudgha Gorges, features 1,200 ft (400 meters) tall cliffs of bright red sandstone that seem to touch the brilliantly blue mountain skies. At the cliff’s base are a spring-fed stream feeding palm groves, Berber villages, and fruit plantations. The glorious scenery and clean water have made this a popular stop for shepherds and travelers for centuries. It’s also a paradise for photography enthusiasts, climbers, bikers and hikers. The gorge has also been featured in the American TV show ‘Expedition Impossible’ and a 2012 Cadillac CTS advert. We continue the trip following the ancient Bedouin trading routes parallel with the Middle Atlas, passing a series of the fortified villages with outstanding architecture to the spectacular Merzouga dunes where sand dunes signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave our vehicle and take a camel ride into the desert to a desert camp. To seal this as an experience of a lifetime. Spend the night in the desert in Berber tents, the ultimate glamping feeling! Add endless starry skies and music around a campfire and the picture is complete. You should not definitely miss this amazing experience in the desert during your tour of Morocco!

• Driving distance: Approximately 275 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 4hrs 30 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a Desert Camp In Merzouga.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 6: MERZOUGA DESERT - DRAA VALLEY - OUARZAZATE

Greet a new day with an early morning wake up for a picturesque sunrise upon the stunning dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy your breakfast and ride camels or Jeeps back to the town of Merzouga where you will meet your driver. We continue the tour towards Erfoud Known as the “Gateway to the Desert”, Erfoud is a charming town in the south of Morocco and a paradise for fossil hunters. The unique fossilized species were found here, especially the trilobites. You might be surprised to learn that this place has been used for some of the most popular movies of all time, such as The Mummy and the Prince of Persia. We reach Rissani, which has been the capital of the Tafilalet area for centuries and was the last glimpse of civilization for caravans heading south. Rissani is today an important center where the inhabitants of the region make their purchases. Nearby is the historic mausoleum of Moulay Ali-Cherif, the founder of the Alawite dynasty. The next destination for the day is the Draa Valley, a stunning oasis home to Berber villages, sumptuous Kasbahs, lush green plains, endless stretches of palm trees and the Draa, Morocco’s largest river. The beauty of the Draa Valley is not its only geographical richness; the valley has thousands of years of history, evidenced by the ancient cave paintings and carvings found in the area. It was in the Draa Valley where archeologists found the statuette of Venus of Tan-Tan, one of the oldest prehistoric sculptures ever discovered. Draa Valley was once an important transit point on the trans-Saharan caravan trading routes, as well as an important trading center for Jewish, Arab, Berber and Christian civilizations. We arrive to the Hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate for the overnight with dinner at the hotel.

• Driving distance: Approximately 385 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 5hrs 00 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Ouarzazate.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 7: OUARZAZATE – TALIOUINE - TAROUDANT

Today we leave the mini-Hollywood in Morocco as it has seen the likes of Gladiator to some earlier “Game of Thrones” scenes! Atlas Studios, just outside the center of town, has been churning out Hollywood blockbusters since 1983. We continue our destination towards the Berber village of Taznakht, famous for its Berber carpets and rugs. We stop at a local Berber carpet cooperative where local female artists create their artwork and sell direct to the public. We can watch the process from dying the raw wool, spinning the fiber into strands before weaving the carpet or rug. After lunch, we leave to Taliouine, a small town located in the Saffron valley in Morocco. It is the "Capital of Saffron". People cultivate there this king of spices (Saffron). The landscapes and scenery all around are very beautiful. The neighboring villages also have an incredible charm thanks to the typical local architecture. We reach the town of Taroudant with its majestic ramparts and nine gates. Spend the overnight with dinner at the hotel.

• Driving distance: Approximately 275 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 4hrs 30 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Taroudant.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 8: TAROUDANT - AGADIR - ESSAOUIRA

After breakfast, you will explore Taroudant. The oldest gate, Bab El Kasbah, offers a beautiful view over the Pasha’s Kasbah and Taroudant’s gardens. Tour Taroudant’s souks and discover the treasures hidden in the medina’s little street front stalls. The Arab souk extends along the rue Bir-Anzarane: near the antique market. Here you’ll find superb jewelry and silver objects of great intricacy. At the end of this road is the Berber souk on An-Nasr square, where you can find all kinds of local artisanal products. We continue to the coastal city of Agadir as one of the pearls of Morocco. Whatever the season, the sun pours its rays, and the city enjoys a pleasant climate that the trade winds still soften. Above all, its 10-kilometre-long seafront offers tourists magnificent views of the blue ocean and the opportunity to laze around in the best conditions. Unfortunately, an earthquake in 1960 destroyed much of Agadir's historic core, with one of the few surviving structures being the old Kasbah's walls. Otherwise, the city is relatively new and known as a hip, relaxed, and modern metropolis. As a resort town, you'll find a bustling marina lined with cafes, and bistros, plus a long promenade perfect for a sunset stroll. The journey continues by seaside towards the authentic town of Essaouira. Check in at the hotel for the overnight with dinner.

• Driving distance: Approximately 305 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 4hrs 00 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Essaouira.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 9: ESSAOUIRA - MARRAKECH

Today you will explore Essaouira as an excellent destination and beautiful coastal town, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s best-kept secrets and must-see destination. Discover the atmospheric alleyways of the ancient Medina, and the old ramparts, which now provide protection from the wind-assisted waves of the Atlantic Ocean. From a long white sandy beach and dunes to a bustling fishing port with excellent seafood and colorful wooden fishing boats, Essaouira has always been a favorite retreat of hippies, sailors, artists, and musicians. The attractions of Essaouira include the Sidi Med Ben Abdallah Museum, the souks, the old city gates, and the impressive Skkalas – fortified sea bastions. Perhaps enjoy a meal in one of the fabulous seafood restaurants and a stroll along Essaouira’s impressive sandy beach. Essaouira hosts an art-centric population, attracting a large bohemian crowd for the Gnaoua and World Music Festival every summer. You'll also find windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts, thanks to the powerful winds that constantly blow in the bay. We leave the coast towards the pink city of Marrakech for the overnight with dinner at the hotel.

• Driving distance: Approximately 175 Kilometers.
• Estimated driving duration: 2hrs 30 min (without traffic).
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel/Riad in Marrakech.
• Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

DAY 10: MARRAKECH - BACK TO THE AIRPORT

Today marks the end of your memorable Journey to Morocco. You will have enjoyed an off-the-beaten-path exploration of Morocco, and the rich culture and history found here. It is time to bid farewell to this enchanting country and cherish the memories of your time here. Wishing you a safe and comfortable journey back home.

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