Morocco Tours

The Atlas Odyssey Morocco Tour

Trekking in Morocco is for all. Discover Morocco’s Southwestern region, a time-honored aspect of the North African landscape that is celebrated across the globe. In this Morocco Adventure Holidays you will traverse the savanna of Massa in South west of Morocco and venture into the Atlas Mountains; navigate the steppe of Tata region and explore the Sahara desert at M’hamid.  Encounter the notorious hospitality of the indigenous Berber tribes, known for an unparalleled joie de vivre exemplified by their distinctive Moroccan cuisine, arts and crafts.  Be the judge to decipher between the natural beauty of Morocco, and that of the Moroccans.  Breathtaking sightseeing of Morocco to entice your senses.  This discovery tour of Morocco is made for small groups, family, college students, ehtnomusicologists, anthropologist field work, nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Day 1: Agadir

Upon your arrival at Agadir Massira Airport, you will meet your Moroccan guide.  From there, you will travel to your hotel, where you will check in and spend the remainder of the morning relaxing and acclimating yourself to your new surroundings.  For lunch, you will enjoy a seafood feast served at the open-air harbor restaurants of Agadir, followed by a tour of the city’s notable monuments.  Your tour will include visits to the museum of Berber arts, the Valley of the Birds, where you will see exotic birds in their natural habitats, and the breathtaking view of Agadir from the Kasbah.  With its beautiful beaches lined with Spanish Costa-style high-rise buildings and gentle blend of parks, hotels, gardens, and residential neighborhoods, the quiet town of Agadir is an excellent place to begin any vacation, especially this tour of Morocco.

Day 2: Agadir – Massa – Tassila

In the morning, you will leave for the Massa Valley, visiting several typical Berber villages en route, including Inzeggane, Tassila, and Sidi R’bat white villages of Morocco.  You will eat a typical Berber tagine lunch in a fisherman’s restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.  Afterward, you will stroll beside the Massa River, walking from Sidi R’bat to Tassila through this natural park in Moroco in which you can see the various species of native and migratory birds which live in the sanctuary of the Massa region.  You will conclude your day in the legendary Mirleft beach, enjoying a traditional Berber dinner under the North African stars.

Day 3: Tassila – Bousoum – Sidi Ifni – Algzira

You will depart early in the morning for Sidi Ifni, traveling through the beautiful village of Mirleft to glimpse a beautiful stretch of Moroccan beach on the Atlantic Ocean.  You will continue onward to visit the ancient city of Sidi Ifni, a remnant of the Spanish colonial era in Morocco replete with elaborate ironwork, sweeping architecture, and patches of garden providing a refreshing sense of renewal.  You will conclude your day with dinner in Algzira, a seasonal hideaway for Moroccan fishermen. 

Day 4: Aglzira

You will travel today exploring the white beaches and surrounding villages of Algzira, learning of the daily life of Berber fisherman and peasants.  In the evening, you will enjoy a campfire feast on the white sands of Algzira, prepared for you by a local fisherman.

Day 5: Algzira – Tiznit

In the morning, you will depart for Tiznit, where the region’s tribesmen come to trade goods and entertain themselves.  Tiznit’s military history is evident; the walled city is comprised of small, neatly organized streets and a sizeable garrison, which gives the impression of order and security.  Your city tour of Tiznit will include: the Meshouar (city square), Lalla Tiznit, a natural spring named after the founder of the city, the Kasbah, and the Kissaria, an exclusive market where one can find some of the most unique Berber jewelry in all of Morocco.  You will conclude your day with dinner and other accommodations in the exotic Tiznit hotel. 

Day 6: Tiznit – Tafraout

You will travel today amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Atlas Mountains.  The diverse rock formations create an ideal environment for the region’s cliff-hanging villages and wards, which add a touch of civilization to the atmosphere.  You will enjoy a picnic lunch on the road, and will then continue onward to Tafrout, which is situated on the edge of an oasis, providing stark contrast to the region’s otherwise barren landscape.  You will spend your afternoon exploring the village of Tafrout and the nearby prehistoric  rock carving sites, which date back to the Neolithic period in Morocco.  You will conclude your day in Tafrout, a town nestled between the peaks of the Atlas Mountains, with dinner and other accommodations in the village. 

Day 7: Tafraout – Taroudant

Early in the morning, you will depart for Taroudant, known as “the bride of the South.”  Another enticing Moroccan city.  You will stop for lunch in Ait Baha, the largest Berber village in the area overlooking a valley.  You will spend the remainder of your afternoon exploring the souks and monuemnts of Taroudant, followed by dinner and additional entertainment at the Salam hotel.

Day 8: Taroudant

You will spend your day discovering the marvels that Taroudant has to offer.  Surrounded by regal, red-ochre walls, the city is often referred to as “Little Marrakech.”  You will tour the city’s historic monuments and visit its bustling markets.  You will conclude your day with a tea ceremony in the gardens of the Salam Hotel. 

Day 9: Taroudant – Tizi-n-test Pass

Immediately before one of the highest, most dramatic passes in the High Atlas Mountains stands Tinmal, birthplace of the Almohades Dynasty.  This dynasty in Moroccan history is known for uniting all of the tribes of Morocco under the banner of Islam, dramatically shaping Morocco future.  You will visit the Tinmal Mosque, one of the oldest in Morocco, and continue onward to Ouirgane, where you will spend the night in a Berber home.

Day 10: Ouirgane – Asni – Imlil

In the morning, there will be an optional mule ride into the mountains, where you can hike the slopes of the Toubkal Mountain, a national park with a breathtaking beauty that exceeds any other mountain ranges in Morocco.  You will enjoy a traditionally prepared lunch at a Berber home in Imlil, and spend your afternoon visiting a cliff-hanging village.  There, you will learn about the daily life of Berber villagers, spending the night with a Berber family.  You will conclude your day with dinner, followed by traditional music and dancing.

Day 11: Ouirgane – Tahnaoute – Marrakech

You will spend your morning exploring a Berber day market, a unique attraction in Morocco, followed by lunch in the Mountains.  Afterward, you will climb to the Oukaimeden, a region known for its Jewish heritage.  There, you will find some ancient Jewish shrines and temples.  In the evening, you will depart for Marrakech, where you will end your day with dinner and accommodations at your hotel. 

Day 12: Marrakech

You will devote your day to discovering the magnificence of Marrakech, best city in Morocco and one of the world’s most overwhelming man-mad oasis.  You will visit the city’s historic monuments and sightseeings in the morning, followed by a visit to the souks and the bustling Jamaa El F’na square in the afternoon.  Afterward, you will go for a ride in horse Caleches for an exotic view of “Al Bahja,” the glowing city of Morocco.

Day 13: Marrakech

You will continue visiting Marrakech sightseeings.  In the afternoon, you will spend your time shopping in one of Morocco’s major craft and trading center.  Afterward, you will attend a farewell dinner, hosted on your behalf at a traditional Moorish house in the Medina, followed by typical Moorish entertainment, real Moroccan music and dance. 

Day 14: Marrakech – Casablanca – Home

In the morning, your driver will take you to Marrakech Menara Airport to connect in Casablanca with your homebound flight.

Morocco Adventure Trip includs:

• Camping equipment and accommodations in 3 and 4 star Boutique Hotels
• Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily)
• Land transportation in an air conditioned, chauffeured vehicle
• Services of expert guides and multilingual tour leader
• Entrance fees to monuments and museums
• Hotel taxes and service charges

Hotels Used inthisMorocco Holidays:

• Agadir: Hotel Anezi, 1 night
• Mirleft: Beach camping, 1 night
• Algzira: Fisherman camping, 2 nights
• Tiznit: Hotel Tiznit, 1 night
• Tafrout: Hotel Les Amandiers, 1 night
• Taroudant: Hotel Salam, 2 nights
• Imlil: Mountain camping, 2 nights
• Marrakech: Hotel Imilchil, 3 nights

Cost per person based on double occupancy:               1580 Euro           
Single Supplement:                                             250 Euro

Departs any Saturday, October through June

College study tours rates are available for 2010 - Minimum four travelers, maximum twelve travelers.
This Hiking trekking Tour in Morocco is a combination of History, Arts and Crafts, Architecture, Gardens, Mountains, Valleys, natural sites, Horse back riding, camping, Overland trekking, kasbahs, oases, palm groves,  Medersas, Mosques, Jewish barrial sites in Mellahs, private Palaces and Homes in morocco featuring Casablanca,Atlas Mountains, Marrakech, Massa, Tiznit, Goulmim, Tafrout, Haha Berber tribes, Toubkal hiking, Imlil, Asni, Taroudant and Agadir. Best escorted, guided group and private Morocco tour in 2010

College study tours rates are available for 2010 - Minimum four travelers, maximum twelve travelers.
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