Description
Exotic MarrakeCh
We begin our journey in the 'Red City' of Marrakech. A feast for the senses, we have time to explore the historic sites and colourful souks, where carpets, ceramics and piles of exotic spices line the maze of narrow streets. Close by is the celebrated Djemma el Fna, where a melée of street vendors, snake charmers, acrobats, story tellers and jewellers congregate in the evening to ply their wares, creating a magical scene and memories that will last long after your return.
ATLAS MOUNTAINS TO IMMOUZER
From Marrakech a short drive takes us into the Atlas Mountains and the small village of Imlil. Here we walk (or you may like to ride a mule!) to the traditional berber village of Aremd before continuing to Ouirgane, where we spend time walking and exploring the local area and learning more about berber culture. Heading south-west over the Tizi n' Test and southern slopes of the High Atlas we reach Immouzer, perched high above a beautiful valley, and famed for its honey production.
Atlantic Ocean & Essaouira
We continue out of the mountains and drive along Morocco's dramatic Atlantic coast to reach the white-washed walls, winding streets and long, sandy beach of Essaouira. Blending Arab, French and Iberian influences, this historic and laid-back resort is a great place to end our journey, enjoying pastries at pavement cafés or fresh fish on the harbour, unhassled shopping and exploring its bright medina and walled ramparts.
Tour itinerary
Day 1
Join Marrakech.
Day 2
In Marrakech; walking tour and evening in Djemma el Fna.
Day 3
Drive to Imlil in High Atlas; walk (or optional mule) to Aremd and lunch with berber family; drive to Ouirgane.
Day 4
In Ouirgane; optional activities.
Day 5
Drive to Immouzer via Tizi n' Test (2092m).
Day 6
Walk in Immouzer; drive Essaouira.
Day 7
Free day in Essaouira.
Day 8
Morning free; afternoon drive Marrakech.
Day 9
End Marrakech.