Tour of the 1000 Kasbahs of Morocco

Arrival at Marrakech airport. Welcome and transfer to the hotel. Check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.

Culture

60%

History

50%

Food

40%

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day dedicated to visiting Marrakech, the second oldest imperial city in Morocco, nicknamed "the ochre city" for the typical color of its walls and historic buildings. In the morning, visit the enchanting Menara Gardens, a green oasis with views of the High Atlas Mountains; the magnificent Bahia Palace, a masterpiece of Moorish art; the Koutoubia Minaret, the symbol of the city visible from the entire Medina; and the Dar Si Said Museum, which houses valuable collections of Moroccan art and handicrafts. Return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, the tour continues in the vibrant heart of the old city, among the bustling souks, the traditional craft quarters, and the famous Jamaa el Fna square, an oral and intangible UNESCO World Heritage site, where the life of Marrakech unfolds in a swirl of colors, scents, street performers, and merchants. Optional dinner with traditional folkloric show and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

30%

Nature

50%

History

40%

Adventure

30%

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for Ait Ben Haddou crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass, located at 2260 meters altitude, the highest road pass in Morocco, offering spectacular views of the High Atlas Mountains. Arrival and visit to the famous kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient mud-brick fortress declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, considered one of the best-preserved examples of traditional pre-Saharan architecture. This extraordinary site has been the set of numerous international films such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Troy, and the series Game of Thrones. Optional lunch at a typical restaurant. In the afternoon, continue along the evocative Draa Valley, dotted with palm groves, oases, and small Berber villages. Arrival in Zagora, a city at the gateway to the desert. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Nature

50%

History

30%

Adventure

40%

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for Erfoud with a stop at the charming village of Tamgroute, famous for its traditional handcrafted ceramics in intense green, made using ancient techniques. The journey continues crossing the picturesque villages of Tansikht, Nkob, Tazzarine, and Alnif, immersed in breathtaking pre-Saharan landscapes, between arid mountains and scenic valleys. Optional lunch in Alnif, a small town also known for its fossils. In the afternoon, arrival in Erfoud, the gateway to the desert, passing through Rissani, an important historic city where the Alaouite dynasty was born, which still rules Morocco today. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

*Optional activity with supplement: 4x4 excursion on the impressive sand dunes of Merzouga, for an exciting experience in the Sahara desert.

Culture

40%

Nature

60%

History

30%

Adventure

40%

Breakfast at the hotel. If the previous night was spent in Erfoud, an optional 4x4 excursion to Merzouga is offered to admire the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara desert dunes. Departure for Tinghir and visit to the spectacular Todra Gorges, famous for their impressive rock fissures up to 250 meters high, ideal for hiking and climbing. Optional lunch. In the afternoon, continue towards Ouarzazate along the scenic "Road of the 1000 Kasbahs," passing through Kalaat M’Gouna, known as the "Valley of the Roses," and the lush Skoura Valley, rich in ancient kasbahs and palm groves. Arrival in Ouarzazate, an important cultural and film center, with a short city tour. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Culture

50%

Food

30%

Wellness

40%

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for Marrakech, the vibrant imperial city known as "the ochre city." Arrival expected at noon with optional lunch. In the afternoon, free time to explore the Medina independently, visit the souks, or join optional excursions such as a guided tour of the Majorelle Gardens or a cultural tour. The day ends with dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in the heart of Marrakech.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Marrakech Menara airport in time for the return flight to Italy.