This trekking journey will take you across the thickness of
dense red cedar forests unique to the Atlas Mountains. We will camp in these Cathedrals of nature with unsurpassed
repertoire composed by life itself as the forest gradually reveals its beauty. Then, take a progressive climb along the
canyons and gorges to higher plateaus where the isolation is absolute, the
stars at your reach, and an environment favorable to contemplation. We will enter
the fields of meditation and respect, visit these Zawias (spiritual
centers) and the wisemen of these holy places.
We will try to live some moments of deep communion with the people, with
all due for one another as equal human beings under the eyes of God.
Day 1: New York / Casablanca
Non-stop overnight flight from New York
to Casablanca will be your first
Moroccan encounter on Royal air Maroc.
Day 2: Casablanca / Rabat
Upon your arrival to Casablanca
airport you will be greeted by your guide who will take on your first journey
along the Atlantic shore to the magnificent city of Rabat. Your guide will immerse you in the history of
Morocco. (Hotel accommodation).
Day 3: Rabat / Ourzagh / Ouazzane / Fez el Bali / Amergou
Travel to Ourzigh, visiting the holy city of Ouazzane
in the Rif Mountains. Then, experience the unique Berber and
Moorish lifestyles seen in the village
of Fez el Bali
and Amergou Mountains. This route will be lined by picturesque
villages with majestic evergreens forests providing a natural backdrop.
(Camping overnight).
Day 4: Amergou /
Lalla Outka
Start your day by an excursion to hike in the Tamesnit, in
the heart of the Rif Mountains,
the belvedere of Lalla Outka and the Isolated shrine of Moulay Bouchta el
khammar (master of music). The shrine is
also a pilgrimage destination for Berber musicians who come to pay their
respect and seek blessings. (Camping
night).
Day 5: Lalla Outka / Taza
Drive to Taza in the morning, an ancient city which stands as the gateway of the Middle
Atlas. We will cross the Rif
Massif surrounded by the pine acacia,
and cedar trees, as far as the eye can see.
Monkeys can also be seen, along with thousands of bird species. Dinner
and over night will be in the hotel.
Day 6: Taza / Dar El
Caid Medbouh / Taza
Hike for the whole day through the ranges of the Bouyeblan,
at hights exceeding 11,200 feet. Breathtaking sceneries and exquisite Berber
villages fill the vistas. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 7: Taza /
Boulmane
Drive up to Bouyeblan, visiting Chiker Caves, Immouzer
Marmoucha water falls. Take a journey
back in time, crossing one of the most remote Berber nomadic territories.
Dinner and overnight are in Camp.
Day 8: Boulmane /
Sekoura
Meet with the packing mules and hike across the Jbel
Tichchoukt. Encounter Berber shepherds
in their pasturing migration. Dinner and
overnight are in camp.
Day 9: Sekoura / Fez
Travel through the ranges of Sebou. Stop at Ribat al Khayer
to explore a typical Berber village of the region, later proceed to Sefrou an
ancient trade outpost from the Phoenician time, and a center of Jewish heritage
from the dawn of time. Visit villages
and souks all the way to Fez. Dinner and
accommodation are in the hotel.
Day 10: Fez
Start the historic tour by the
Mellah, the king's palace and the Bat'ha museum
of Moroccan arts and the walking
tour of the Medina, the fascinating
walled city with its incredible maze of medieval twisting alleys, blind turns,
mosques, shrines, fountains, workshops and every conceivable kind of market.
Lunch will be served in a typical Moroccan restaurant. For the afternoon, continue
visiting and shopping. Dinner is at the hotel.
Day 11: Fez / volubilis / Moulay Idris / Casablanca
Travel to Casablanca
via Volubilis, the Roman capital of Northwestern
Africa. Lunch is in the interesting city of Moulay Idris the birth place of Islam in Morocco.
Afternoon arrival to Casablanca
with sightseeing of the Ramparts, the Gates, the Borjs (forts) and the Andalous part. Dinner is at the Hotel.
Day 12: Casablanca / New York
Depart from Casablanca
to New York with a memorable trip
of a lifetime.
What is included
- RT New York / Casablanca
via Royal air Maroc
- 10 nights camping equipment and accommodation in 3
star hotels
- Full Board (breakfast, Lunch, dinner)
- Land transportation in 4X4 drive
- Services of English speaking guides and escort
- Fees to monuments and Museums
- Hotel tax and services charges
Cost per person: $2185.00
Single occupancy: $185.00
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