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This tour is going to be a grand tour that will cover a wide range of Morocco. You shall visit modern cities like Casablanca, the economic capital, and Rabat, the administrative capital. As well as you will explore and get to know part of the country’s history and culture. visit historical cities like Fes and Meknes, walk in Berber villages that are still standing for centuries and of course, that's not all. This tour also focuses on the natural landscape, showing the beauty of the desert and the Sahara in Morocco, where you will embark on a journey to the dunes and ride camels. Drive through the high roads to Marrakech, the red city and enjoy the vibes of the red city.
Arrival in Casablanca and meet your guide and driver, then go to check in to your hotel for rest.
From Casablanca, you shall start your journey, your first destination is going to be the current Capital of Morocco, Rabat. Your visit will include the Tower of Hassan and the mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of Oudaya near the river of Bouragrag. After Rabat, transfer to the imperial cities of Morocco, Meknes, where you will see the remains of this city, which used to be a capital and see some key places like the big square of al Hadim, the market nearby by and then take a quick walk in the old medina. Later, you will pass by the royal stable and the great water reservoir, which used to be the main source of water in the 17th century in the city, and then you will leave Meknes behind and go to Volubilis, the Roman city, or what is left of it. You will step back in time and go explore these Roman ruins and see the beautiful Roman column and the mosaic that remains. Continue to Fes for check in the hotel, dinner and overnight.
Travel back in time to the 9th century and see the old medina of Fez, ancient houses and 9000 streets that will make you lose your way if you are not with a local guide. Indulge yourself with the harmony of Fez. visit the old medrasa of Bounania, the museum of najarin (carpenters) don't forget to pass by the mausoleum of (moulay Idriss II) the founder of the city. And go to take a look at the oldest leather manufactory in Fez that is still functioning and take a look at it from above.
In the morning, we embark on a long journey to the south of Morocco. We shall cross the middle atlas mountains and and pass by the beautiful forest with great cedar trees and meet with some Macaque monkeys with no tails. Watch the landscape change from green to a dray desert as we travel along the way. We shall pass by Erfoud then to Merzouga where the mighty dunes stretch for miles. We will spend the night in the heart of the sands and enjoy local music under the stars after a lovely dinner.
In the next morning you will take a 4x4 adventure to the village of khamlia and get to know an interesting genre of moroccan music called gnawa music. Enjoy the music and the dances that musicians perform, after that go to visit the nomads or the people of the desert who still live a nomadic life and get to know their way of life and don't forget to enjoy a cup of mint tea under the tent. Continue to check in and stay in the hotel.
Today you will go explore the majestic Toudgha canyon, an amazing work of time millions of years and water current, it's a favourite destination for rock climbers. Later on head toward dades gorges and admire the beautiful natural landscape. Continue to Kalat Megouna AKA the capital of roses and then you will make it to Ouarzazate. Upon our arrival, take a photo next to the kasbah of Taourirt, and check out the most famous studio in Morocco, and explore this vast studio and get an idea on the famous films and actors that passed by this place.
Today you shall go visit a UNESCO world heritage site. A fortified village camouflaged in a big hill lets see if you can spot the Ksar of Ait Benhadou, one of the many spots the caravans used to stop at and pass by as hundreds of years passed. You will go into this village and explore the covered streets that are full with many objects that raise a lot of questions. Don't forget to take a panoramic picture at the top to see a wonderful sight. Continue through the high atlas mountains passing by the highest and twisted road in morocco Tizin’ Tichka 2600 M above sea level, and you will make it to the pearl of the south Marrakech, once you arrive to marrakech you take rest in the hotel and get ready for the day tomorrow.
This morning in Marrakech you will have a unique experience. You shall prepare your own Moroccan dish, you will go to a cooking class by one of the renowned chefs in Morocco. They will give you guidance and share with you key ingredients to the best tagine. Later on, take a walk in the bustling medina of Marrakech and explore the beauty of the city and its chaos and visit one of the beautiful gardens that is hidden in the heart of the busy old town of Marrakech. Later, continue to the most vibrant and busy place in Marrakech, jemaa el Fna, take some free time there and take a look at the different products that are being sold. Or simply climb into one of the many terraces and enjoy a cup of mint tea.
