Fes Day Excursions

Day trip to Chefchaouen:

Chefchaouen or Chaouen is located on the horns of the Rif Mountains and just south the Mediterranean it is a relaxing and welcoming town. This day will be dedicated to exploring the simply beautiful city of Chefchaouen where everything is set dramatically climbing up the mountains. Load up your cameras! Its blue-washed houses, narrow cobbled streets, and mountainous backdrop create a tranquil and photographic setting. If you like goeat cheese, this is the best place to tast some. Back to Fes late evening.

Day trip to Rabat

Rabat is the official administrative capital of the kingdom. Three hours driving from Fes would allow you to explore Rabat where you will .visit the Mausoleum of the previous kings Mohammed V and Hassan II, walk in the Kasbah Oudaya and see the Hassan Tower which dated back to the 12 century, as well as the Necropolis site of Chellah which dated back to the BC time with the Phoenicians, then with Merinid in the 13 century, have some private time walking in the Cornish. Back to Fes aprx at 5 pm.

Day trip to Volubilis, Zarhon and Meknes

1 hour and half driving from Fes would take you to visit the UNESCO world heritage site Volubilis. Here you will spend time exploring the ancient Roman city. With its well preserved mosaics, palaces, baths and soaring arches.

After Volubilis move on to Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco’s most venerated Muslim sites and only recently opened to non- Muslims. It is an alternative place of Mecca. Visiting Moulay Idriss five times in one’s life is of equal merit. The village is known by its famous festival of choosing the most beautiful donkey in the village.

In the afternoon you will be headed to another UNESCO site and once a Capital of Morocco. In Meknes you will visit the Medina with its beautiful Tomb of Moulay Ismail, The Granary, The Square of Lehdim, and the Gate of Bab al Mansour. You will have the opportunity to explore the souks and relax in one of the Square cafes. Back to Fes at aprx 5pm.

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Day Trip to Ourika

A very popular destination for both for tourists and Moroccans alike is the Ourika Valley, southeast of Marrakech. The some forty miles of road to the valley is bordered by gardens, palm and fruit trees, small villages, summer houses, as well as cafes and restaurants. Local people like to visit Ourika in summer when the air is cooler than in the city and the scenery lush and green. This is a time to sit by, or even at tables in the river itself, to enjoy the delicious tajines that have been slowly cooking on charcoal burners.

In the valley itself the Ourika river descends from the High Atlas, passing by Asguine, Aghbalou, Oulmes and finally the village of Setti Fatma from where it is possible to follow the course of the river via seven waterfalls. The wild life includes painted frogs, the Moorish gecko, falcons, the crimson winged finch, poplar trees and weeping willows.
The two main towns are Oukaimeden, a popular ski resort in winter, and Setti Fatma, best known for the seven waterfalls and the four-day moussem, or festival, in August. At Oukaimeden there are beginner’s slopes as well as some black runs for advanced skiers. At Setti Fatma you can climb up the rocks along the side of the river and past the waterfalls or go for a trek into the hills in the area.

Rate:

  • The price is depends on number of people, for the price please contact us.

The price includes:

  • Vehicle with driver / guide.
  • Fuel, tolls and any associated expenses.
  • Private tour, there will be no more people in the group.
  • Pick up from your hotel, Riad, airport or wherever you want.

 

Day Trip to Oukaimeden

Marrakech Day Excursions  At an altitude of 3200m, Oukaimeden is the highest ski resort in Africa and probably one of the most original places to go skiing or snowboarding in the world. It is highly popular with both foreign tourists and Moroccan ski enthusiasts. You can rent ski and snowboard equipment on arrival, if you do not want to carry it all the way from home or the fancy suddenly strikes you to ski in Morocco. Snowfall is between December right up until April and it is possible to ski on a plateau of some 750 acres. The pistes are suitable for all kinds of skiing. The rest of the year the valleys are traversable by mules – another kind of adventure! Apart from this there are an observatory and 4000 year old rock carvings to visit. Oukaimeden is also a hikers’ set- off point for the Ourika Valley, Asni and the ascent of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in the High atlas range.

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Day trip to Essaouira

Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech – The Ancient Mogador City

Essaouira is many tourists’ darling! Previously known as Mogador to the Portuguese inhabitants, it is a charming small town on the coast well known for local handicrafts, especially thuya wood furniture, carving and small artefacts, sold in innumerable shops along the winding streets. Orson Wells filmed “Othello” here, making especially the Portuguese ramparts famous in its opening scene.

Visit the women’s cooperative where argan nuts are processed by hand into one of the most versatile oils; delicious in salads and a treat for the skin. At the sea front, the customer chooses a selection of freshly caught fish to have prepared on the spot. The surfing opportunities and the beach make it an ideal spot for coastal lovers. Essaouira has a favourable micro-climate; mild in winter and cool in summer.

A truly favourite place to chill after a trip to the desert – on the beach, in the little cafés by the port or wandering in and out of all the little shops.

 

Day Trip to Ouzoud Waterfalls

Day Trip to  Ouzoud Waterfalls Marrakech  Excursions

Starting from Marrakech, a day’s visit to the famous Ouzoud waterfalls of about 110 metres in height and which constitutes one of the most spectacular natural beauty spots in Morocco. It is about a three hour drive to get there. The surrounding countryside offers red cliffs, oleander, and doves, and, if you are lucky, you will catch a glimpse of some Barbary apes. Bird-watchers will enjoy a trip to the waterfalls too, as will walkers who can enjoy the area at any time of year, except perhaps the hottest summer months of July and August. There are plenty of places to have lunch with a view over the waterfalls from their terraces. A short walk will bring you to the top of the falls from where you can look down at their full magnificence and at the river cascading down the three tiers casting magical rainbows.

Rate:

  • The price is depends on number of people, for the price please contact us.

The price includes:

  • Vehicle with driver / guide.
  • Fuel, tolls and any associated expenses.
  • Private tour, there will be no more people in the group.
  • Pick up from your hotel, Riad, airport or wherever you want.

Distance and duration:

  • 340 km (round trip).
  • 10 hours (approx).

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Ksar Aït Ben Haddou was named a UNESCO World Heritage

Ait Benhaddou & Ouarzazate Excursion – One Day Trips From Marrakech – Excursions From Marrakech:

Ksar Aït Ben Haddou was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. “The ksar, a group of earthen buildings surrounded by high walls, is a traditional …Who amongst hasn’t seen “Gladiator” the movie, the answer to that is unanimous, but did you know that many parts of it was shot in this place? I guess not. Besides being the cradle of many great movies, this typical village of the 16th century was the summer home of the pasha “Glaoui”, and is classified as world heritage by the UNESCO since 1987. You will also get the chance to visit another beautiful Kasbah in Taourirte, and the Atlas cinema Studio before going back to Marrakech.

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Splendid Imlil Toubkal Marrakech Excursions

Splendid Imlil Toubkal Excursion From Marrakech

Travel to Toubkal Massif, a national park full of craggy mountain peaks and deep valleys. Toubkal contains the highest summits in the Atlas chain of Mountains. Roads teem with peasants, domestic animals … We will exit at the small village of Imlil, the starting point for exploring the Toubkal area.

Enjoy an approximately 20 minute hike to Aroumd village where you have the chance to experience the berber lifestyle then have lunch facing Mount Toubkal (12,700 ft), the second highest African summit after Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

If you can’t hike to Aroumd you can hire a mule for an additional cost.

Highlights

Toubkal Massif
Imlil
Berber village of Aroumd
Experience Berber lifestyle

Included in the price:
Transport 4×4 vehicle or mini van
Tour guide
All taxes and fees
Pick-up from Marrakech city-center hotels

Not included
Lunch
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

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