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ASNI-OUIRGANE
A journey to the most wonderful stop at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. Discover the beauty of Asni and visit the largest Berber Souk of Tahanaouat and take a stroll through the colourful market. See a real way of life and social activity. Next, to Asni is Ouirgane, after climbing up 5000 fts with magnificent view over the mountains. See Mont Toubkal, the second highest peak in Africa (14000fts). Ouirgane is famous for its homes and mineral stones. (Amethyst and stones can be purchased).
MOROCCAN EVENING
In a typical Moroccan atmosphere, taste a real traditional dinner whilst being entertained by one of the Folk dancers. Relax in an ambience of 1001 arabian Nights in a real Moroccan palace in the Medina.
OUARZAZATE
This trip starts gently through a massive portion of the Haouz plain. Drive through the countryside and fertile landscape, before climbing up to Tizin Tichka pass (6660fts). Here semi-desert stretches out with countless KASBAH and homes. A tricking contrast of a red clay villages and greenery leads to the beautiful Ouarzazate city, situated on the edge of the desert. Visit the ancient formal residence of the Pasha Glaoui in the heart of TAOURIRT KASBAHS.
FANTASIA DINER
Come and see the most realistic popular Arts displayed by tribesmen and women from different parts of the country. Enjoy a typical Moroccan dinner in true authentic surrounding under a “Caidal Tent”. Join the tribal dancing before the fantasia performance begins outside the tents. See the galloping of the Arabian Horses mounted by tribesmen staging their war-like numerous simultaneous firing of rifles. It is an experience will never forget.
DAY OF WONDER (6 PERSONS MINIMUM)
A day of wonder lies a head. After breakfast, leave for a full day excursion to the Atlas mountains by a four wheel drive. Enjoy the most scenic views in the whole area and reach remote spots passing by different Berber villages along the Ourika Valley and Asni Ouirgane. By noon, enjoy a Berber lunch under tents with folklore entertainment. Then back to the hotel.
ESSAOUIRA
Old Mogador is a large fishing port founded by the Romans and inhabited by the Portuguese from the 17th century. A typical Portuguese harbour with fine examples of both Moorish and Portuguese art. It is one of the most important and oldest fishing ports in Morocco, famous for local wood handicrafts, as there is a large plantation of cedar and pine trees nearby. See the Squala century cannons brought from Sapin to protect the city.
CITY TOUR
On this tour, we begin with the second largest olive grove gardens of La Menara. Here we stroll around the massive basin of the city. See 19th century pavilion mirrored in water and the Atlas mountains on the background. Orientation drive outside the city walls takes us to the tanneries (visit the tanneries voluntary). Next, we drive to the botanical Majorelle Gardens of Yves St Laurent : the highlight of the city gardens. A visit to the handicraft school completes the morning tour. (Optional camel rides).
OTHER EXCURSIONS
OUZOUD FALLS : HALF DAY
CASABLANCA OR AGADIR : ONE DAY
FROM CASABLANCA
TOUR OF CASABLANCA
Casablanca “The White City” you will go through the wide avenues and long stripes. Later walk through the narrow streets of the Medina. The tour features visits to United Square, Hassan II Mosque, the Court Hourt, the Medina, various souks, the central market, Habous district and Cornice Boulevard of Ain Diab.
MOHAMMEDIA
Mohammedia is well established as popular resort for honey-mooners and golfers. First you will see some of the sights of Mohammedia such as the Kasbah, the oldest part of the town with interesting Portuguese building, white Moorish houses and narrow streets. Mohammadia is also famous for its fish market located at the harbour. Every morning there is a daily auction of the many kinds of fish brought in by the local fishermen. After the visit to the town, enjoy a brief swim or sun on the famous golden beach.
EL JADIDA
El Jadida, a former Portuguese port, is actually a beach resort offering all seaside amenities. Your visit to the city will include a trip to the fishing pier, the ramparts, remnants of the Poruguese colony and some leisure time on the beach.
RABAT/SALE
Rabat is the capital of Morocco, a city of parks, flowers and monuments. The tour includes visits to the Roman ruins of Chellah, The Kasbah of Oudayas, and Hassan's Tower. Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Mechouar Palace, and the Medina. You will then continue the tour with a visit to the city Sale, a former shelter and port for the corsairs in the 12th century. Here you can also visit the famous pottery district.
MARRAKECH
Marrakech, located in the heart of a palm grove, is a magical red city dotted with parks and surrounded by snow-topped mountains. In Marrakech, you can see historical remains dating from the 11th century such as the Saadian Tombs, Menara and Agdal gardens, Koutoubia and Djemaa El Fna Square where acrobats, snake charmers and dancers entertain passers-by on a daily basis. After a visit to the Majorelle gardens and the palm grove, return to Casablanca.
MEKNES / FES
Day 1 : Casablanca-Rabat-Volubilis-Meknes-Fes
Departure to Rabat. Sightseeing tour of the Imperial Garden City begins with the Kasbah of the Oudayas, Hassan Tower and walls of the Mechouar surrounding the Royal Palace. Before arriving in Meknes, a brief visit to Moulay Idriss, a holy Islamic town, then the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Optional lunch. Sightseeing tour of Meknes “Morrocan Versailles” Town founded in the 17th century by King Moulay Ismail. Departure to Fes. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 2 : Fes-Casablanca
A day of sightseeing tour: Fes the oldest of the Imperial Cities. Visit of the medieval Medina, religious centers and universities namely Medersas, Karaouine Mosque and Nejjarin fountain. Optional lunch. Sightseeing of the famous souks of Fes. Return to Casablanca.
OTHER EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE. FROM AGADIR
CITY TOUR
We start our visit with a tour of the Kasbah : with its spectacular view of the town and wonderful bay.
THE KASBAH
Dominating the city, it was built by Sultan Moulay Abdellah (1572) and became prosperous thanks to the exports of sugar plantation. Then a visit to the port to see the fishing fleet and building industry.
MODERN AGADIR
Agadir was completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1960 and as a result many people died. The history of Agadir dates back to ancient times when the Phoenicians founded the trading settlement of Russadir in the ideal surrounding of the bay of Agadir.
The Portuguese later used the city as a base for their discovery along the African coast naming it Santa Cruz de Cap Gue.
We end our visit with the Moroccan residential area where you will see carpet making, leather work, wood and brassware.
INEZGANE/FANTASIA
Located at 10 kms from Agadir, the small Berber town of Inezgane is well known for its souks and silver jewellery as well as for its vegetable, fruit, and spice market. Tuesday is the market day. There, all countrymen come from all the villages of the surroundings area to sell their goods, and buy provisions for the week.
We then continue to a Berber tent from where you can see the fantasia men on horses back charging and firing their guns, local dancers and acrobats.
TAFRAOUT / TIZNIT
TAFRAOUT
Is a luxurious oasis situated at 200 km from Agadir. This picturesque Berber village is reached through the Anti Atlas mountains.
The village is well known for its remarkable setting of palm and almond trees amid the pink and red boulders.
TIZNIT
In the afternoon, return to Agadir via Tiznit (100 kms away). It was founded in late 1882 when the sultan Moulay Hassan was travelling to the Sahara to appoint his representatives there.
Tiznit is an important market centre and holds a large Thursday souk out on the road to Tafraout.
GOULIMINE
200 KM south of Agadir, Goulimine is an attractive and a lively busy place for the Saturday market where the blue Men dressed in indigo meet for the camel market and trade their goods. This is the biggest camel market in the Sahara.
TAROUDANT
80 km south-east of Agadir, surrounded by ramparts, Taroudant was an ancient capital of the Kingdom during the reign of the Saadian dynasty. We go through hundreds of acres of orange, lemon, and argan trees. Sometimes, we even witness goats climbing trees.
Taroudant is known for its old trading centre with craftsmen and colourful market. Taroudant is a city of stone cutters.
IMOUZZER
A Berber village reached through Ida O Tanane by the coast road from Agadir. It is a very quiet oasis surrounded by palm trees.
We reach the base of the cascades where young boys jump from the top into the still green pool below.
MARRAKECH
Called the pearl of the south, Marrakech is the second oldest of the four imperial cities in Morocco. The city was founded by the Almoravide Dynasty at the end of the eleventh century. Many of the buildings you will see are of Almohades or Saadian origin (They were dynasties who ruled Morocco from 11 to 13 century).
Visit of the main monuments: the Koutoubia minaret, the Saadian tombs, the Bahia palace.
Visit the colourful souks with their tempting hand-made crafts and the world famous Djemaa El Fna Square with acrobats, snake charmers and much more. Marrakech is also the town of seven saints and four colours : the red ochre of the houses, the green palm trees, bright blue sky and all set against the white majestic Atlas mountains. Marrakech is surely one of the most exciting and interesting cities in the world.
ESSAOUIRA
170 km north of Agadir, Essaouira is one of the most picturesque sea ports in southern Morocco. Visit of the Skala batter Remains of Tukswahbukli pirate era. Also a tour around the town, see the craftsmen at work. Famous for its mahogany woodwork.
OTHER EXCURSIONS
BERBER EVENING
MARRAKECH / ESSAOUIRA/ 2 DAYS
AMTOUDI /DONKY BALIADE
4 X 4 MASSA
TATA/ AKKA/ 2 DAYS
SHARK FISHING
SAILING
FROM TANGIER
TOUR OF TANGIER
There is no better way to introduce yourself to this interesting place than to have a professional and informative guide to inform you of the history of the place and its attractions including a visit to the Medina (old town), The Kasbah, Cap Spartel Museum and much more.
TOUR OF CHAOUEN
A scenic drive to the ancient village in the mountains as if you had been transported in a time machine from past to future and back to past. A charming day out, a true insight into Morocco not to be missed, not suitable for disabled people.
MARRAKECH BY TRAIN
Experience the wonder of this exciting Imperial city and travelling through the countryside. Excursion includes all travelling coast (except transfer to / from hotel to railway station) and overnight in hotels or Riad. All reservations will be confirmed by RecepTours.
ASILAH AND BERBER MARKET
Berber market, a mystical trading place for local Berbers remains an interesting attraction. Asilah is an enchanting fishing village 40 km south of Tangier with its own Medina and fabulours sea views and scenery. A pleasant trip to sample yet some more of Morocco's diversity.
DINNER & FANTASIA
Traditional Moroccan entertainment in Bedouin setting, warrior horses and display of horsemanship. A truly memorable evening with delicious Moroccan cuisine.
RABAT : CAPITAL OF MOROCCO
A chance to see the Kingdom's capital and one of the four Imperial Cities and an illustration of French colonial architecture. A visit to Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Royal Palace, the Chellah fortress and the Oudayas Kasbah. You will be charmed by this delightful city of many hidden facets.
OTHER EXCURSIONS
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