Erlebnisreise durch Marokko – Blaue Stadt & Berber
- Trip code: 454X014
- Dauer: 17
- Stil: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Now's the time to explore Morocco on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Insta-worthy mountainside towns, bustling markets, desert camel rides, and surf lessons await you on this 17-day tour through Morocco that will test the limits of your phone's data storage. Take a selfie (or simply take in the moment) in the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen, enjoy free time to explore Marrakech's vibrant markets, sit atop a camel while travelling through the undulating sand to a desert camp, and unwind with your fellow travellers around a beach bonfire in Taghazout. Whether you come seeking content or contentment, you'll get your fill of both.
Übersicht
Checklist
Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Bitte beachte: For departures from Nov-Feb the weather can be cold, please bring warm clothing
Meals Included
16 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen, 4 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD350-455 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Er Rif
- Rif Valley Mountains Hike
Fès
- Einkaufsbummel in der Medina von Fès (Gratis)
- Führung durch die Medina von Fès (250MAD pro Person)
Marrakech
- Besuch auf dem zentralen Marktplatz Djemaa el Fna (Gratis)
- Optionales Begrüßungstreffen für Reisende auf Kombi-Trips
- Hot Air Balloon Marrakech
- Besichtigungen von Amazigh-Dörfern
Merzouga
- Merzouga 4x4 Desert Excursion
Ait Benhaddou
- Kochkurs in Marrakesch (120MAD pro Person)
Taghazout
- Yoga
Essaouira
- Einkaufsbummel
Essaouira
- Traditional Hammam Experience in Essaouira
Start / Finish
Casablanca nach Marrakech
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein First-Night-Out-Moment: Begegne neuen Freunden
Dein Discover-Moment: Marrakech
Dein Big-Night-Out-Moment: Marrakech. Enjoy free time in Rabat. Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen. Visit the medina and souks of Fès. Dades Gorge walk. Sand boarding in the desert dunes. Guided medina visit in Marrakech. Sunset camel ride in the desert. Traditional dinner and drums under the stars. Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah tour. Surf lesson in Taghazout. Sunset beach bonfire. Essaouira orientation walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Packing Note
For departures from Nov-Feb the weather can be cold, please bring warm clothing
Group Size Notes
Max. 14, im Schnitt 10
Transport
Privatfahrzeug, Kamel
Group Leader
Englischsprachiger CEO (Chief Experience Officer) während des gesamten Trips
Accommodation
Einfache Hotels (13 Nächte, Zweibettzimmer), Wüstenlager (1 Nacht, Mehrbettzimmer), Surfhaus (2 Nächte, Mehrbettzimmer)
Accommodation
Einfache Hotels (13 Nächte, Zweibettzimmer), Wüstenlager (1 Nacht, Mehrbettzimmer), Surfhaus (2 Nächte, Mehrbettzimmer)
Highlights
Explore the artisan quarters of Fès, Embark on a camel ride at sunset, Stand in the shadows of Dades Gorge, Learn to surf in Taghazout
Introduction
Now's the time to explore Morocco on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Insta-worthy mountainside towns, bustling markets, desert camel rides, and surf lessons await you on this 17-day tour through Morocco that will test the limits of your phone's data storage. Take a selfie (or simply take in the moment) in the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen, enjoy free time to explore Marrakech's vibrant markets, sit atop a camel while travelling through the undulating sand to a desert camp, and unwind with your fellow travellers around a beach bonfire in Taghazout. Whether you come seeking content or contentment, you'll get your fill of both
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Mindestalter für diese Reise sind 18 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Casablanca
Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich
Day 2 Casablanca/Chefchaouen
Es geht weiter in die blaue Stadt Chefchaouen
Day 3 Chefchaouen
Optional kannst du eine Wanderung im Rif-Gebirge unternehmen, einen traditionellen Hamam besuchen oder eine lokale Weberkooperative besichtigen
Day 4 Chefchaouen/Fès
Fès awaits! Upon arrival, put your free time to good use by visiting an Amazigh (or Berber) pharmacy (a far cry from the kind of pharmacy you may be used to at home). Wander the many mazes of Fès's colourful, ancient tanneries
Day 5 Fès
Genieße einen weiteren Tag in Fès zur freien Verfügung. Erkunde das Handwerksviertel, koste leckeren Street Food und bewundere die berühmte Ledergerberei von Fès von oben
Day 6 Fès/Marrakesch
Du fährst quer durch Marokko in die pulsierende Stadt Marrakesch, wo du einen letzten Abend mit der Gruppe verbringst
Day 7 Marrakesch
Genieße einen Tag zur freien Verfügung und entdecke alles, was Marrakesch zu bieten hat
Day 8 Marrakesch/Nkob
Depart Marrakech in the morning and transfer to Skoura, one of Morocco’s beautiful oases. While Ouarzazate, further west is now the region’s commercial centre, Skoura’s historic mud-brick castles remain a testament to the past. Explore the area on a guided visit, soak up the atmosphere of this green haven, and listen to the wind catching in the palm trees lining the streets. During your visit you will see different Kasbahs in the area, and learn about their historical and cultural significance. Later, spend free time at the hotel and enjoy a swim in the pool before dinner on your own this evening
Day 9 Skoura/Merzouga
Leave Skoura behind and journey into the vast, golden reaches of the desert. Along the way stop to spend some time walking in Dades Gorge before continuing on to Tinghir for a lunch stop on your own. Later, saddle up and travel by camel to the perfect perch atop the dunes to view the sunset as it paints the sky hues of red, blue, and yellow. Under a canopy of stars, enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment by the campfire. Let your imagination run wild as you listen to traditional music on the drums alongside stories about the region. We dare you to top this campfire experience!
Day 10 Merzouga/Todra-Schlucht
Have breakfast at camp before returning to civilization. Then, opt to spend time further exploring the undulating golden sand of the dunes, and discovering the surrounding communities on a land cruiser desert excursion, or simply relax at the hotel. Later, attend a cooking class to learn about local cuisine and taste your creations. Cap off the day with a sunset sand boarding experience from the highest dunes with the sun turning everything a shining gold!
Day 11 Todra-Schlucht/Aït Ben Haddou
Leave right after breakfast and travel along the Route of 1000 Kasbahs to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most iconic and beautiful kasbahs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the narrow alleys and admire the uniqueness of this place both in traditional architecture and historical significance. At the end of the visit, climb to the highest point of the kasbah and witness the views of the surrounding desert and the Ounila River around golden hour and sunset. In the evening, you can choose to join an optional cooking class to make tajine. Otherwise, dinner will be on your own
Day 12 Ait Benhaddou/Marrakech
Journey to the "Red City," Marrakech. Unlock the many secrets this ancient city has to offer in its maze-like alleys, ornate palaces, and lush gardens. Enjoy a guided visit of the medina and see the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, and Jamaa el Fna square. End the day with an optional group dinner in the famous food stalls of Djemaa el Fna
Day 13 Marrakesch
Genieße einen Tag zur freien Verfügung und entdecke alles, was Marrakesch zu bieten hat
Day 14 Marrakesch/Nkob
This afternoon we make our way through the High Atlas Mountains and visit the market town of Taroudant. Concealed within striking red walls, Taroudant is often called “Little Marrakech.” Wander through the old town at leisure and browse its lively markets before continuing on to the fishing village of Taghazout
Day 15 Taghazout
Am Morgen nimmst du an einem Surfkurs teil, bevor du dich in die Wellen stürzt. Nachmittag zur freien Verfügung, um noch weiter zu surfen. Wandern oder Yoga zu vergnügen. Abends kannst du dich der Gruppe für ein Lagerfeuer bei Sonnenuntergang am Strand anschließen
Day 16 Merzouga/Todra-Schlucht
Wir reisen nach Essaouira, wo du einen Orientierungs-Spaziergang machst. Zeit danach zur freien Verfügung, um diese Küstenstadt zu erkunden
Day 17 Todra-Schlucht/Aït Ben Haddou
Verlasse die Küste und kehre zurück nach Marrakesch, wo die Reise bei der Ankunft endet
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Casablanca
You may wish to come a day early in order to explore Casablanca by day, and take some time to see its medina, beachfront, and classic examples of Art Deco architecture.
Be sure to also visit the spectacular Hassan II Mosque. Entrance is only permitted via guided tours, which operate from Saturday to Thursday at 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, and 15:00, and on Fridays at 9:00, 10:00, and 15:00. These times are subject to change (particularly around Ramadan), please double check times with your hotel. Tickets can be purchased at the mosque
Day 2 Casablanca/Chefchaouen
Day 3 Chefchaouen
Day 4 Chefchaouen/Fès
Day 5 Fès
Abends kannst du optional in einem umgebauten Riad zu Abend essen und lokale Spezialitäten, Musik und Bauchtanz genießen. Nur zertifizierte lokale Guides sind als Führer in der Medina erlaubt, daher kann der CEO die Gruppe in der Zeit zur freien Verfügung nicht in die Medina begleiten
Day 6 Fès/Marrakesch
Day 7 Marrakesch
Ein toller Ausgangsort ist der Platz Djemaa el Fna im Herzen der Medina. Die angebotenen Waren auf dem Platz ändern sich im Laufe des Tages. Ergattere ein paar Souvenirs oder schlendere durch den neuen Teil der Stadt, um einen Eindruck von der Moderne zu gewinnen.
Day 8 Marrakesch/Nkob
Day 9 Skoura/Merzouga
Day 10 Merzouga/Todra-Schlucht
You can pre-book this optional 4x4 desert excursion when booking your tour on the check-out page.
Day 11 Todra-Schlucht/Aït Ben Haddou
Day 12 Ait Benhaddou/Marrakech
Reise nach Marrakesch. Nach der Ankunft in der „Roten Stadt“, kannst du optional die verborgenen Schätze dieser faszinierenden antiken Stadt entdecken. Entspanne in einem der Teehäuser rund um den Platz und beobachte das hektische Treiben von einem schattigen Plätzchen aus.
Lasse den Tag wie die Einheimischen bei einem optionalen Abendessen mit der Gruppe an den berühmten Essensständen am Platz Djemaa el Fna ausklingen.
Day 13 Marrakesch
Ein toller Ausgangsort ist der Platz Djemaa el Fna im Herzen der Medina. Die angebotenen Waren auf dem Platz ändern sich im Laufe des Tages. Ergattere ein paar Souvenirs oder schlendere durch den neuen Teil der Stadt, um einen Eindruck von der Moderne zu gewinnen.
Day 14 Marrakesch/Nkob
Opt to get up early and catch the sunrise over Marrakech by pre-booking the Hot Air Balloon excursion.
Day 15 Taghazout
Day 16 Merzouga/Todra-Schlucht
Day 17 Todra-Schlucht/Aït Ben Haddou
This tour will end upon arrival in Marrakech at approximately 12pm. We suggest booking any onward travel after 4pm
