Explore Morocco - North Africa’s most vibrant country

Explore Morocco's ancient medinas, vibrant souks, Atlas Mountains, and Sahara Desert. Experience rich culture, cuisine, and hospitality!
HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?

For more detailed info & to get entry for this trip, click on link below 👇🏽:

https://morocco-summer2024.eventbrite.de/?aff=meetup

WHY GO?
Marrakech boasts a unique culture, deep history, special charm, and delicious cuisine. Mosques, souks, mountains, and the vast beautiful desert invite you to witness natural beauty like never before.
Lively markets, desert treks, hiking to remote waterfalls, and beach days are just some of the wonders Morocco has in store. You can surf on the coast, sip some mint tea in the medina, and explore the ruins scattered throughout its many cities. Berber villages, eating with the locals, and walking around the city learning about the rich history of Morocco while the views of the splendid gardens keep you company.
### WHAT ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS?

• YSL Gardens: The Majorelle Garden, or Jardin Bou Saf, is a meticulously planned twelve-acre botanical garden, created in the 1920s and 1930s by French painter Jacques Majorelle (1886–1962), and subsequently owned by fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.
• Bahia Palace: A stunning example of Moroccan architecture and design. Built in the late 19th century, it is a sprawling complex of gardens, courtyards, and rooms filled with intricate details and vibrant colors.
• Souk: we will explore the markets (souks) of the old town and learn the intricacies of bartering to get the best deal. We will finish the evening with a lavish dinner of traditional Moroccan cuisine, complete with a performance by belly dancers.
• Ouarzazate ‘Hollywood of Africa’: Ouarzazate, nicknamed "The door of the Sahara desert", is a famous town located 200 km to the southeast of Marrakech. Before we arrive at Ouarzazate, we pass by Aït Benhaddou which is a walled city and one of the most famous locations in all of Morocco. Aït Benhaddou is known as the location of numerous film shoots: Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, The Mummy, and the TV show Game of Thrones.
• Ourika Valley and Atlas Mountain: an excursion to the Ourika Valley and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Meeting a Berber family’s house, where we will visit inside their home and have tea with the family members
• Discovering picturesque towns & villages on the hiking trail: a long hike to see the beautiful Ourika Valley waterfalls, followed by an included lunch by the riverside.
• Sunset camel ride in the desert: Explore the Palmeraie of Marrakech on a camel ride in the vast desert.

Included:

• Community leader & Local guide for the entire duration

• 5 x nights shared accommodation in Marakesh (single beds in shared room). Note: Additional accommodation upgrade options for twin-share rooms are available.

• Breakfast on all days

• Entry to YSL Gardens

• Day trip to Ourika Valley - foot of the Atlas mountain

• Ouarzazate ‘Hollywood of Africa’ trip

• Sunset camel tour / desert excursion + fabulous dinner

• Comptoir Darna or Chez Ali Horsemen show

• Transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location.

• Access to a shared Google photo album where you can share & view all amazing pictures & videos from the trip (link to google photos album in the whatsapp group description).

• Access to a dedicated whatsapp group for this event to connect with other trip mates, coordinate arrival options & stay in touch (link to whatsapp group in the ticket).

Optional Add-On
Optional Add-On (can be bought while purchasing tickets or even later as well)

• Hamam packages

How to get to Marakesh?

• Flying is the fastest way to reach Marakesh airport, with direct flights from most European cities.

What is not included:

• Taxi/bus ride from & to Marrakesh airport to accommodation.
• Lunch & most dinners.
• Entry to tourist attractions like Bahia Palace, mosques, etc
• Visa fee(based on passport)
• Hamam bath and massages

Other Things of Note:

• 90% of transactions in Morocco require cash, so please bring Euros / USD / GBP with you to convert to local currency when here.

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