Included excursions:- A full day in Marrakesh (lunch included):Discover the imperial city and southern capital, Marrakesh—a gem polished by history. Dominated by the iconic Koutoubia minaret, the city buzzes with unparalleled energy. As you wander through Jemaa El-Fna square and the vibrant souks, you'll be enchanted by the scents and colors promising a true cultural immersion. Enjoy lunch in a traditional medina restaurant featuring authentic Moroccan dishes, accompanied by a captivating performance of oriental dances, with Andalusian trio music and Gnawa musicians.Visit the Bahia Palace, a masterpiece of Arab-Moorish architecture. Once the grandest and most sumptuous palace in Morocco, its gardens charm with rosemary, orange, and grapefruit trees alongside colorful flowers—a little paradise of freshness. Inside, discover vast rooms adorned with intricate zelliges (tiles), painted wooden beams featuring floral, geometric, and vegetal motifs that mesmerize visitors.Next, explore the Majorelle Gardens, one of Morocco’s most enchanting and mystical green spaces. Enclosed by walls, the gardens form a labyrinth of intersecting paths, layered levels, and Moorish-style Art Deco buildings painted in bold colors. This lush sanctuary, designed by French painter Jacques Majorelle starting in 1922, boasts exotic plants and trees from far-flung lands. In 1980, Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé saved the gardens from destruction by purchasing them to protect against a hotel development project.ORA full day in Southern Morocco to Taroudant and Tiout (lunch included):Embark on a journey to discover authentic Morocco through the Anti-Atlas region. Nestled in the Souss Valley, between the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas mountains, Taroudant’s imposing ramparts encircle one of Morocco’s most beautiful jewels. Wander through its gardens and courtyards, and immerse yourself in this southern city’s charm. Historically prosperous thanks to trade in indigo, sugar, and cotton, Taroudant attracted many invaders. The medina, full of quiet charm, feels like a step back in time. Explore the bustling souks filled with treasures such as silver jewelry, local crafts, herbs, olives, and honey.Take a walk along the city walls to admire the nine gates, especially Bab El Kasbah, the oldest gate, offering views of the Pasha’s kasbah and the lush gardens.Continue to Tiout and enjoy a traditional lunch at the Kasbah de Tiout restaurant (note: no alcohol is served here). Afterwards, take a leisurely stroll through the Tiout palm grove, a colorful maze at the foot of the kasbah. Nicknamed the “Garden of Delights,” this orchard features orange trees, date palms, pomegranate trees, and carob trees. During the visit, stop at an argan cooperative to learn about the culinary and cosmetic benefits of this precious oil.
