5-Day Exploration Of Morocco’s Fascinating Spots
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When you think of Morocco, bustling markets and vast deserts might come to mind, but this vibrant country in northwestern Africa has so much more to offer. Embark on a five-day adventure to some of Morocco’s most colorful spots, with time to explore some of the country’s best beaches (and maybe catch a few waves). Taghazout attracts laid-back travelers with its excellent Atlantic surf, while the coastal town of Essaouira is perfect for relaxing and soaking in cultural vibes. Discover Morocco’s hidden gems, including the trendy beach towns where Hendrix spent time in the 60s, and seek out the best rooftop bars in Marrakech during your free time to watch the sunset over Djemaa el-Fna. This relaxing yet highlight-filled introduction to Morocco is sure to leave you wanting more.
Included/Exclude
4 breakfasts
Private vehicle, public bus
Hotel (2 nights), Surf Camp (2 nights)
- Marrakech – Street Food Experience
- Taghazout – Surfing Class
- Taghazout – One Hour Yoga Class
- Essaouira – Walking Tour with a Local Guide
- Essaouira - Argan Oil Cooperative Visit
- Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
- Marrakech - Palmery Cycling Tour - MAD540
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
- Marrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
- Marrakech - Cascades d'Ouzoud Day Tour - MAD2207
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2090
- Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
Salaam Alaikum! Welcome to Morocco. This adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 4 pm. After meeting your fellow travellers and the group leader, tuck in for an awesome street food experience at the famous Djemaa el-Fna. This square is known as one of the largest public spaces in the world – it’s truly an unmissable part of the city. As soon as the sun sets, the square comes to life with henna painters, performers and storytellers sharing the space with street food stands. The smells of the stalls will lure you in, and the tastes will keep you coming back for more. There are all sorts of excellent pastries, fresh juices, teas and even bowls of snail soup to go round, if you’re feeling a little adventurous! As evening falls, you might want to grab dinner or explore the bustling nightlife of the city with your new travel buddies. Marrakech has some great rooftop bars – so find one with a view and order your favourite cocktail.
- Hotel (1 night)
There are no meals included on this day.
- Marrakech – Street Food Experience
After breakfast this morning, travel to Taghazout. This cool, laid-back fishing village has quickly gained a solid reputation as one of the country’s best surfing locations. The waters stay warm all year round, and the surf is top-notch for both rookies and adept wave riders (so there’s no excuse not to catch some rolling waves). After getting your fill of the beautiful local beaches, maybe ask your leader for the best spots for a seafood dinner, before spending the night at a local surf camp.
- Surf Camp (1 night)
- Breakfast
Kick off your adventures in the sleepy town of Taghazout with an early morning yoga session, to help you relieve any tension before diving into the water once again. Oddly enough, the skills required for surfing and yoga tend to complement each other, through concentration, flexibility and balance. Good news, if you were planning on hitting the waves again today! Don’t know how to ride a board or didn’t get the chance yesterday? No stress – today includes a half-day surfing course to teach you the basics, and if you already know the ropes, there’s always time to refine your skills in unfamiliar territory.
- Surf Camp (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Taghazout – Surfing Class
- Taghazout – One Hour Yoga Class
Get up early today if you want to catch the sunrise, then travel to the old fishing town of Essaouira. Along the way, stop by a female-led cooperative specialising in Argan production. Learn about how these women extract the Argan from the trees, watch the beans being roasted and pressed and then have the chance to taste the Argan oil and the paste, all made right here! Arrive at your destination – a place where the medina brushes up against the Atlantic Ocean. The name of the town translates to ‘little picture’ – so get your camera ready! It’s safe to say you’ll be taking lots of snaps during your time in this picturesque place. This artists’ town has attracted visitors like Orson Welles and Jimi Hendrix, who (according to local legend) spent a lot of time here in the 1960s. Join your local leader for a walking tour through the old medina, Jewish mellah, port and by the skala (sea wall). Tonight’s accommodation is a real treat and certainly one of the more stylish stays of your Moroccan adventure – so enjoy!
- Hotel (1 night)
- Breakfast
- Essaouira – Walking Tour with a Local Guide
- Essaouira - Argan Oil Cooperative Visit
Chat with locals on a shared bus ride back to Marrakech. With no activities planned after arriving, you are free to leave at any time. Depart from the bus station or walk back to the hotel with your leader and depart from there. If you wish to extend your adventure, there are a range of optional activities to get to know this vibrant city a bit better. Why not become a Moroccan MasterChef in an Urban Adventure’s cooking masterclass with a local guide? Journey through the souks of Marrakech and shop for the best ingredients before learning the insider tricks on how to whip up a deliciously authentic tagine in a classic riad setting while getting to know the family that lives there. To find out more about the Tajine Cookery Class, visit urbanadventures.com.
- Breakfast
- Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
- Marrakech - Palmery Cycling Tour - MAD540
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
- Marrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
- Marrakech - Cascades d'Ouzoud Day Tour - MAD2207
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2090
- Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640