For couples and singles … A touch of exercise and creative fun!
Ready to travel again?
Now’s the time to escape the pressures of the crazy challenges of life and come on an adventure that will help you reset, relax and regain your life balance.
Moroccan Chill Tours include guided activities such as:
- Drawing sessions
- Painting sessions
- Photography
- Belly dancing
- Learn how to cook an authentic Tagine
- Giving back to the environment
Experience the hustle and bustle of a crowded medina, smell exotic spices, drink refreshing mint tea, bargain yourself an amazing deal for a beautiful rug, Berber, Argon oil products, lantern, ceramic fountain, or leather jacket- all in a safe environment and a world full of inspiration.
We will begin each day with the option for a fast walk, we will provide most meals and stock our minibus daily with fresh bottled water to keep you healthy throughout the tour. We will provide natural snacks from the local markets including dates, dried apricots, almonds and fruit. Instead of long breaks at restaurants we will have outdoor picnics (weather permitting), authentic Moroccan Omelettes, BBQs and Tagines cooked in cafes where only the locals eat.
Dates
Starts Friday 26th of April to 11th May 2024, 16 days, 15 nights
Pricing
Regular $3900
Twin share or double; $350 single supplement
Itinerary
Dinner Ricks Café -Smart Casual
Start the day with a visit to the inspiring Mosque Hassan II built on the edge of the sea, need to cover knees and shoulders in the mosque. Morning tea on the Promenade. We will drive to Essouira – perhaps visiting port towns of El Jadida to see the old fort and to Oulidia for a seafood snack.
Walking tour of this amazing seaside fortress, by the fishing port and through the medina. Maybe a Moroccan bath – Hammam and massage; maybe visit a bar with a great view.
Time for shopping for some silver jewellery or perhaps a swim in the ocean. Free afternoon to enjoy this amazing medina before meeting again for Dinner at Il Mare a delicious Moroccan seafood meal (not included).
Today we leave Essaouira by bus for a quick stop at Jimmy Hendrix village and special beach visit and free afternoon in Marrakech, perhaps do a little shopping.
Have dinner tonight fun dinner in the square to witness the music and craziness of snake charmers and water sellers, enjoy the crowds, the colour and sounds of the square and some authentic Moroccan dishes .
City tour of Marrakech including the beautiful Kartoubia Mosque and amazing Marjorelle Gardens .
Free afternoon in the famous square of Marrakech, buy some treasures and wander through the medina of Marrakech. Watch out for the cobras and water sellers in the square!
Drive on to Moroccan mollywood – Ouzazate where many many famous movies have been filmed. Visit the Berber pharmacy for Moroccan spices and natural medicines.
Arrive at our accommodation by the famous Kasbah featured in the movie Gladiator (among many others you will have seen). Take a walk through the famous Gladiator gates of the Kasbah for a fabulous view before dinner.
Join us for an early morning walk along the Todra river and help us with a plastic clean up if you desire – as we walk. Climb through an old village to reach the river and gorge. Take some photos for tonight’s painting session (optional) before visiting a traditional Berber rug factory to see the ladies weave authentic Berber rugs. Perhaps choose a rug to ship home as a treasured memory of your holiday.
Return to our hotel for a rest before we enjoy a ‘paint and sip’ experience before dinner in our hotel surrounded by the rocky red cliffs of Todra.
Pack a small bag for a night glamping in the amazing Sahara desert; Perhaps a sunset Camel Ride; sit around the fire at night under 100s of stars by the dunes of Erg Chebbi
Perhaps rise early for sunrise in the dunes, or sleep a little later; try a swim in the hotel by our tents; Leave the dunes to visit some fossils; try a Berber Pizza for lunch maybe visit a school to sing with the children;
Comfortable bus clothing and maybe a belly dance lesson in the evening
City Tour of the crazy world heritage Fes Medina be prepared for an amazing experience in the largest medina in the world! Start with a panoramic view, followed by a visit to a ceramic factory – try your hand at ceramic art with guidance from the local ladies. Visit the golden gates of the Kings palace before plunging into the maze of Fes medina ( with an expert guide). Visit the argave silk weaving factory and the world famous leather dye pots before tempting yourself with some soft and colourful leather goods.
Return to our Riad for an authentic tajine cooking lesson with our very own driver/ guide Mohamed.
Drive onto the amazing Blue Pearl – Chefchaouen. Sunset climb to the Spanish Mosque to see a great view of the magical blue city.
Enjoy the morning art session (if you are keen) then wander through the medina of Chefchaouen by unique doorways; stairs and shops crowded with Moroccan handicrafts and products. Free afternoon in the Medina and evening climb to the mosque in the mountains if we did not make it yesterday.
Drive to Assilah via Tangier . Assilah is a beautiful artists town on the coast.
Drop off to the Port of Tangier with some of our group heading by boat to Portugal. Visit Rabat, the economic capital of Morocco where the King lives. Visit the Kasbah by the harbour and Mausoleum.
The tour finishes after breakfast.
It’s time to say goodbye to our tour mates and Morocco.
What is the maximum number of people on the tour?
The tour will only run with 6 or more people and the Chill bus can only hold 16 passengers and so this caps our tour at an intimate cosy number.
Why Moroccan Chill Tours ?
Our tour includes the cost of most meals (except 3 dinners and 2 lunches) , travels to the north of Morocco before heading down to the Sahara and spending time in the coastal city of Essaouira.
You will have a western tour leader and a local driver to ensure we align the best of both worlds and do a few activities outside of the normal tourist haunts.
How does our tour compare to other tours ?
Apart from the creative activities , free water and snacks, Moroccan Chill Tours covers tips, guides, most entry fees and meals. Our driver is provided with full accommodation and therefore will be well rested at all times, and on hand for the whole tour. No element of the tour requires you to travel by public transport so therefore no time spent dragging your luggage onto buses or trains.
Finally with a degree in microbiology – our tour leader can advise you what foods maybe a risk for you to eat.
But is Morocco safe ?
Whilst being 97% Muslim, Morocco sits at the very left tip of Africa and their culture is very much a mix of this African, Spanish and Arabic. The people are warm and friendly and for many their life is poor and simple. I have travelled for 6 weeks a a single woman alone in Morocco and I felt very safe at all times.
