For couples and singles … Yalla Yalla means let's go! 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 Sunday 20th of October March to 2nd November 2024, 14 days, 13 nights
Pricing
Regular $3900
Twin share or double; $350 single supplement
Itinerary
Start the day with a visit to the inspiring Mosque Hassan II built on the edge of the sea. Morning tea on the corniche before we set off to Rabat – the administrative capital of Morocco. Visit the mausoleum of the last king of Morocco Mohammed V and the Kasbah by the ocean. Head onto Meknes for the evening in a beautiful authentic Moroccan Riad.
Early morning walking tour of Meknes and a visit to the famous Gates of Meknes. Shop for some beautiful embroidered linen before heading to the Roman ruins of Volibulis (Morocco’s own Pompeii) for a picnic lunch and tour.
Drive onto the amazing Blue Pearl – Chefchaouen. Climb into the hills by the monastery for sunset if time permits.
– enjoy 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 mountain if we did not make it yesterday.
Early start for a long drive to the amazing city of Fes. If time permits we will have a belly dancing lesson in a unique Moroccan home.
be prepared for an amazing experience in the world heritage and 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.
Jump back into the bus for another big drive through the mountains to the amazing Sahara desert!! Visit Ifrane (the Switzerland of Morocco) on the way and maybe feed some Barbary apes.
Arrive in Merzougha for our evening glamping under a 1000 stars by the red dunes of the Sahara . Ride into the desert to See the sunset over the dunes if we arrive in time. (We will do a sunrise camel ride if we do not arrive I. Time the previous day.
Visit the digs of Erfoud and see some real dinosaur bones and other relics discovered in the area. Head onto Todra gorge for the next 2 nights.
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 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.
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.
Today we take a drive through the amazing mountain landscape past Marrakech to the coastal fort of Essaouira.
Stop by the Argan factory to see how the ladies extract the oil by hand using traditional methods .
wake early for a city tour by the fishing port and through the medina. 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 a delicious Moroccan seafood meal.
Today we leave Essaouira for a quick stop at Jimmy Hendrix village and perhaps another dip in the ocean.
Head on back to amazing Marrakech. Have dinner tonight in the lively Square of Jemaa el-Fna b – enjoy the crowds, the colour and sounds of the square and some authentic Moroccan dishes .
City tour of Marrakech including the beautiful Baha’i temple and amazing Marjorelle Gardens .
Free afternoon to buy some final treasures and wander through the medina of Marrakech. Watch out for the cobras and water sellers in the square!
Head your way back to the hotel for a farewell dinner together .
Tour finishes after breakfast.
It’s time ti say goodbye to our tour mates and Morocco.
Transfers are available back to Casablanca if necessary.
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.
