Itinerary
for The Magic of Morocco Tour
Day 1: New York / Casablanca
Depart from New York, JFK Airport, on Royal Air Moroc nonstop overnight
to Casablanca. Dinner and breakfast served in flight.
Day 2: Casablanca / Rabat
As you arrive in the morning to Casablanca, your host will be waiting
for you to greet you and then transfer you to your five star Hotel in
Rabat,
the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. All of the different
architectural
styles that have swept through Rabat for many centuries have left an
exotic
legacy. Your sightseeing in the afternoon will highlight the Mellah a
typical
Moorish Jewish quarter, the Mohamed V Mausoleum which represents the
oppogy
of Islamic arts in every aspect, the Oudaya Casbah and Andalous gardens
well preserved medieval walled city still coping with life today.
Day 3: Rabat / Moulay Idris
/ Volubilis / Fes
Travel in the hinterland to Fez via Volubilis, the Roman capital of
northwestern Africa. Lunch in the interesting city of Meknes, with its
legacy from the Sultan Moulay Ismail. Walk the narrow paths of the 8th
century old city of Moulay Idris and first Islamic site established by
the grand son of the Prophet Mohamed a center of Moroccan spiritual
paths
especially Sufism. Afternoon Arrival in Fes with sightseeing to include
the Andalous quarter on the right side of the river, the Jewish area
and
the Batha Museum of Moroccan arts. Dinner and overnight at the five
star
Hotel .
Day 4: Fes
Continue exploring the city of Fez. Morning walking tour of the Medina,
the fascinating walled city with its incredible maze of medieval
origin,
with its twisting alleys, blind turns, and arches. Contained within
this
architectural masterpiece are mosques, shrines, fountains, workshops
and
every conceivable kind of market. Lunch in a typical restaurant, a
converted
moorish home.
Continue visiting and shopping in the historic Medina. Dinner with
entertainment in a typical Moroccan restaurant in the Medina.
Day 5: Fes / Afourer
Travel through the Middle Atlas mountains via Azrou and visit one of
the best craft cooperatives in the country; follow the
off-the-beaten-path
roads that cross the last stands of Atlas cedars, where bands of
Barbery
apes might be seen. Lunch will be served in Khenifra. Dinner and over
night
at Hotel Club le Tazarkount, Afourer.
Day 6: Afourer / Marrakesh
Travel in the morning to Marrakech. Visit Yves St. Laurent's Majorelle
gardens and his private museum. The gardens were originally designed by
the French painter, Majorelle, but Yves St. Laurent has added his own
special
touches. Lunch at restaurant La Paix. In the Afternoon, visit the
Menara
Pavilion, the Saadian tombs and Dar Si Said Museum. The visit will come
to Jemaa el Fna Square at the height of activity: musicians, clowns and
street entertainers and all kind of unorganized entertainment. Dinner
at
Dar Fes, Marrakesh's finest traditional restaurant.
Day 7: Marrakesh / Taddert /
Telouet / Marrakesh
Morning departure into the high Atlas and to the Telouet fortress:
the brooding remains of the stronghold of Berber chieftain El Glaoui
(the
Lord of the Atlas). Lunch in Taddert. Afternoon return to Marrakech for
a visit to the private art and craft collection of Bert Flint.
Day 8: Marrakesh
Morning is devoted to visit the enticing historic sites of Marrakech
and walk in the footsteps of an era of glory. Visit the Mellah,
Synagogue,
Koranic School and Marrakech bazaars. Free afternoon and evening
reserved
to enjoy the Mamounia and a Redez-Vous in heaven, at Marrakech by
night.
Day 9: Marrakesh / Essaouira
Travel in the morning to Essaouira, a city that lives up to its name
"the picture". Founded by the Phoenicians as a trade port with the
Native
Berbers and supplied the Romans by their favorite color of noblesse
"the
Purple". Today Essaouira inspires the soul and intellect in every
artistic aspect. Tour the colorful port, used by Orson Welles in his
version
of "Othello". Lunch at the Chalet de la Plage is worth every comment.
The
afternoon will be filled with visits to the Mellah, Medina workshops
and
art galleries. Dinner and Overnight at the romantic Hotel des
Iles.
<>Day 10: Marrakesh / Taroudant
Your Journey will proceed on the way to Taroudant. Feast on a
typical
Berber Tagine lunch above a banana plantation. Travel through stands of
the indigenous argan and thuya trees, where the areas famous tree-
climbing
goats can be seen. Afternoon tea at Hotel Gazelle D'Or, Morocco's most
exclusive resort. Dinner and overnight at the Palais Salam, a former
Pasha's
guest house. Within the city's massive walls.
Day 11: Taroudant
Explore the marvels of Taroudant in the morning. Surrounded by red
ochre walls, Taroudant is one of the most elegant towns in the south.
Taroudant's
rich bazaars reflect a strong artcraft tradition. Lunch at the Tioute
Oasis.
After lunch, stroll through this paradise of the desert. The remainder
of the afternoon is free to enjoy the gardens or the souks. Farewell
dinner
at the Hotel.
Day 12: Taroudant / Agadir /
N.Y.
Early morning departure for Agadir Airport. Connection Casablanca for
your non stop flight to New York on Royal Air Maroc. Arrival scheduled
for mid-afternoon in the memory of an enjoyable trip of a lifetime
Cities Available & Hotels
Used:
- Rabat: 1 night, Hotel Tour Hassan
- Fez: 2 nights, Hotel Merinides
- Afourar: 1 night, Hotel Tazarkount
- Marrakech: 3 nights, Hotel Semiramis
- Essaouira: 1 night, Riad Zahra
- Taroudant: 2 nights, Palais Salam
Can depart any Tuesday, Thursday
or Saturday
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per Person based on double
occupancy:
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