Morocco
This is the place where Europe, the Arab East and Africa meet, a real melting pot of customs and cultures. Here slaves became viziers and built their palaces, from here Barbary pirates attacked ships, keeping the entire Mediterranean in fear!
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Morocco
4 - 10 October
WHEN? →
Morocco's Treasures: Rose Fields, Pirates and Yves Saint Laurent's Beloved Garden
BUT THE IMPRESSIONS WILL LAST A LIFETIME.
6
ONLY six DAYS
Morocco has two coasts, snowy mountains in the Atlas range, and the Sahara desert where Berbers know how to find water. You can find world-famous carpets, spices, and even a valley filled with the most gorgeous Damask roses and an annual Rose Festival to celebrate. There are also epic fortresses, chill traditional riads with gardens, a city with walls painted the bluest blue, super loud oriental markets, and jaw-dropping Moorish architecture that'll impress even the most boujee of travelers.
price
€2650*
*The approximate
cost in rubles is rub.
cost in rubles is rub.
WHO ARE YOU
TRAVELLING WITH
WHO DID IT
A native Moroccan who speaks excellent Russian: Issam lived in Russia and studied at the medical faculty of a Russian university. Professionally engaged in fishing and surfing. The second education is historical. Since 2006, he has been telling guests about Morocco, working as an official guide at diplomatic missions, and most of all he likes to show places that only locals know about: for example, a complex of 300 caves in the Middle Atlas mountains or the medieval streets of the Berber Taza.
Issam Rabaawi
What will
we see here?
PHOTO MOROCCO
Casablanca
Essaouira
mountains
High Atlas
High Atlas
Marrakesh
Casablanca
Marrakesh
Atlas Mountains
We arrive in Casablanca.
We have lunch on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, and then go to the Hassan II Mosque - the largest mosque in Morocco. It was designed by French architect Michel Pinso in such a way that part of the building hangs over the ocean.
According to one version, King Hassan II of Morocco ordered: "The Throne of Allah rests on the water, and the mosque will also rise above the water." After the mosque, we will visit the Villa des Arts de Casablanca gallery, made in the Art Deco style. It was built in 1934 as a space for contemporary art and creativity in Morocco. The gallery is the first private museum in Casablanca.
At the end of the day, dinner awaits us. We stay overnight in Casablanca.
We have lunch on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, and then go to the Hassan II Mosque - the largest mosque in Morocco. It was designed by French architect Michel Pinso in such a way that part of the building hangs over the ocean.
According to one version, King Hassan II of Morocco ordered: "The Throne of Allah rests on the water, and the mosque will also rise above the water." After the mosque, we will visit the Villa des Arts de Casablanca gallery, made in the Art Deco style. It was built in 1934 as a space for contemporary art and creativity in Morocco. The gallery is the first private museum in Casablanca.
At the end of the day, dinner awaits us. We stay overnight in Casablanca.
We are going to Marrakech.
We will devote the whole day to one of the most colorful cities in Morocco. Together with the guide we will visit the most beautiful and interesting places of the city. For example, the Majorelle Park, created in 1919 by the French orientalist artist Jacques Majorelle. The park was subsequently acquired by French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent. There is a museum here, which stores fabrics from the personal collection of the fashion designer and paintings by Jacques Majorelle.
The program also includes a walk through the streets of the Old City and a visit to the traditional Arab market. Antiques, spicy aroma of spices and noisy bargaining — here you can plunge into the atmosphere of real oriental bazaars. If there is time left, we will visit the Jamaa el-Fna Square. Local dancers and musicians create a holiday here every day, fortune tellers are waiting and snake charmers are mesmerizing.
At the end of the day we will go to the hammam, and after that you will have a dinner with a folklore show.
We will devote the whole day to one of the most colorful cities in Morocco. Together with the guide we will visit the most beautiful and interesting places of the city. For example, the Majorelle Park, created in 1919 by the French orientalist artist Jacques Majorelle. The park was subsequently acquired by French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent. There is a museum here, which stores fabrics from the personal collection of the fashion designer and paintings by Jacques Majorelle.
The program also includes a walk through the streets of the Old City and a visit to the traditional Arab market. Antiques, spicy aroma of spices and noisy bargaining — here you can plunge into the atmosphere of real oriental bazaars. If there is time left, we will visit the Jamaa el-Fna Square. Local dancers and musicians create a holiday here every day, fortune tellers are waiting and snake charmers are mesmerizing.
At the end of the day we will go to the hammam, and after that you will have a dinner with a folklore show.
After breakfast at the hotel we drive to Essaouira.
It is an ancient city built by the Portuguese on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. A cozy, beautiful little town where artists come in search of inspiration and whose surroundings are known for their argan plantations. We are waiting for a tasting of real Moroccan wine. The culture of winemaking here developed during the Roman Empire, and the production of wine on an industrial scale began during the French colonization.
After a light aperitif, we will walk around the city, and at sunset we will go for a horse ride along the edge of the forest along the endless sandy beach: enjoy the sea breeze, mountain and ocean views.
We spend the night in Essaouira.
It is an ancient city built by the Portuguese on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. A cozy, beautiful little town where artists come in search of inspiration and whose surroundings are known for their argan plantations. We are waiting for a tasting of real Moroccan wine. The culture of winemaking here developed during the Roman Empire, and the production of wine on an industrial scale began during the French colonization.
After a light aperitif, we will walk around the city, and at sunset we will go for a horse ride along the edge of the forest along the endless sandy beach: enjoy the sea breeze, mountain and ocean views.
We spend the night in Essaouira.
We have breakfast at the hotel and drive towards the High Atlas Mountains.
First of all, we will take a walk in the Anima Garden at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. It was designed by the Austrian artist, actor, singer and composer Andre Heller. The once deserted site has become a place of interweaving of nature and art in a few years: this is an art gallery where exhibitions of paintings and photographs are held, as well as unique installations from around the world.
We are staying at the Kasbah Hotel. It rises on top of a hill in the Ourika Valley. From here you have a panoramic view of the entire valley, olive groves and a raging mountain river! The Kasbah is also an opportunity to see elements of the architecture of the Berbers, the indigenous people of Morocco. The buildings are mainly constructed from rammed earth, making the hotel one of the most environmentally friendly in Morocco.
We have dinner at the hotel.
First of all, we will take a walk in the Anima Garden at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. It was designed by the Austrian artist, actor, singer and composer Andre Heller. The once deserted site has become a place of interweaving of nature and art in a few years: this is an art gallery where exhibitions of paintings and photographs are held, as well as unique installations from around the world.
We are staying at the Kasbah Hotel. It rises on top of a hill in the Ourika Valley. From here you have a panoramic view of the entire valley, olive groves and a raging mountain river! The Kasbah is also an opportunity to see elements of the architecture of the Berbers, the indigenous people of Morocco. The buildings are mainly constructed from rammed earth, making the hotel one of the most environmentally friendly in Morocco.
We have dinner at the hotel.
Breakfast.
Let's take a walk around the Atlas Mountains. You can reflect and relax in the spa and hammam at the hotel, if desired.
Then we drive towards Marrakech. On the way we will stop at the Saffron Garden, or Paradis du Safran, which has a large garden with olive trees, lemons, oranges, kumquats, pomegranates and medicinal herbs. It offers stunning views of the Atlas Mountains, which can be enjoyed on local terraces. Here we will also see how saffron is grown.
After lunch, when we get to Marrakech, we will visit the secret garden and the Bahia Palace. We will see the Menebhi Palace, the Ben Yusef Madrasah and the Almoravid—era kubba - this is one of the oldest attractions of Marakkesh.
At the end of the day you will have free time and dinner.
Let's take a walk around the Atlas Mountains. You can reflect and relax in the spa and hammam at the hotel, if desired.
Then we drive towards Marrakech. On the way we will stop at the Saffron Garden, or Paradis du Safran, which has a large garden with olive trees, lemons, oranges, kumquats, pomegranates and medicinal herbs. It offers stunning views of the Atlas Mountains, which can be enjoyed on local terraces. Here we will also see how saffron is grown.
After lunch, when we get to Marrakech, we will visit the secret garden and the Bahia Palace. We will see the Menebhi Palace, the Ben Yusef Madrasah and the Almoravid—era kubba - this is one of the oldest attractions of Marakkesh.
At the end of the day you will have free time and dinner.
On the last day we will go to the Museum of Modern Art to admire African art!
After that we will go to see the gardens of Menara. This is a park with an area of about 100 hectares. Olive trees, palm trees and fruits grow here. Historians believe that the gardens appeared in the middle of the XII century during the reign of Abd al-Mumin, the founder of the Almohad dynasty. The park has a swimming pool, a large pond, as well as a pavilion of the XVI century.
After lunch, we will be transferred to Casablanca Airport.
After that we will go to see the gardens of Menara. This is a park with an area of about 100 hectares. Olive trees, palm trees and fruits grow here. Historians believe that the gardens appeared in the middle of the XII century during the reign of Abd al-Mumin, the founder of the Almohad dynasty. The park has a swimming pool, a large pond, as well as a pavilion of the XVI century.
After lunch, we will be transferred to Casablanca Airport.
WE ONLY HAVE SIX DAYS TO EXPERIENCE THE REGION, SO IT WILL BE INTENSE, GET READY
QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
FAQ
Good news! Russian citizens won't need to obtain a visa for this trip.
Please note that travel medical insurance is mandatory for this trip.
Some days include lunch and dinner (welcome lunch, first dinner in Marrakech), water along the way, horse riding and wine tasting.
Plane tickets, lunches and additional dinners, as well as souvenirs, are not included in the price.
We're a group of conscious travelers who appreciate local customs, love learning new things, and understand the significance of the places we visit. Throughout our journey, history, culture, archeology, and geography will be at the forefront of our experience.
Although children are more than welcome on this trip, please bear in mind that there will be a lot of movement and historical context involved which may be overwhelming for some children.
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