Istana Bahia

The Bahia Palace is a 19th century building, consisting of rooms decorated with stunning stuccos, paintings and mosaics palace and a set of gardens located in Marrakech.

This palace was intended to be the greatest palace of its time. The name of the Bahia Palace means in Arabic “brilliance”. As in other buildings of the period in other countries, it was intended to capture the essence of the Islamic and Moroccan style. There is a 2-acre (8,000 m²) garden with rooms opening onto courtyards in the Bahia Palace.

Berber Pharmacy

Berber Pharmacy, a traditional market, menjual barangan rempah ratus Morocco, barangan kosmetik tradisional Morocco seperti minyak Argan, zaitun, kaktus dan sebagainya. 

Masjid Koutobia

Soaring over Marrakech and the meeting point in the heart of the city, the Koutoubia mosque was built during the 12^th century by the Almohad dynasty. Like all buildings in Marrakech, the structure is rose coloured. 

The name koutoubia originates from the Arabic word for bookseller; back in the day up to 100 booksellers would trade at the entrance to the mosque and in the surrounding gardens. While the booksellers are no longer present, men still sell small trinkets and even nuts and popcorn at dusk when locals gather here to whittle away the hours under the shade of the orange trees

Jemaa El Fna Souq

Jemaa El Fna is located in the exotic city of Marrakech and is known to locals at the ‘heart of the city’. It is part of Marrakech that presents an ever changing character with the rising of the sun and well into the night. It is a cultural mix of color, scents, sights and sound and it is one of the liveliest attractions in Morocco.

Sleep at Marrakesh.

On 3rd day, we will drive along Tizi Tichka Pass heading to the South-Eastern part of Morocco, through High Atlas Mountain! 

Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou

Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou was a Village of red-earthen buildings surrounded by high walls, is a traditional pre-Saharan habitat. Previously it was a caravan for travelers between Sahara and Marrakesh. Today, it has become a fortress listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site with only a handful of families still living there.

If you’re a fan of the movie Gladiator and Game of Throne series? Ait Benhaddou has played host to the epic movies and many more famous films. It has become Morocco’s most Instagram-ed site among travelers.

Ourzazate

Next, at 30KM south of Ait Benhaddou, lies the tiny Moroccan town called Ourzazate, a caramel-colored oasis set against a clear blue African sky. It has views over the rugged local landscape, which also features in several famous movies such as Gladiator, The Mummy and The Pope. Since this site is famous for movie films, so here we will visit a very ancient looking Atlas Studio!

At night, we will stay at the Boumalne Dades Valley. A most scenic city landscape there is!

Todra Gorge

Situated in the High Atlas mountains of Morocco, the Todra Gorges are a series of deep-sided canyons carved out of the eastern side of this range by fast-flowing rivers on their way down to the coastal plains.

Set to a stunning natural backdrop, offering some amazing hiking and photography opportunities in dry season, the gorges in this area are also popular with rock climbers.

Here, we will enjoy the scenery, soak up the culture, do a little bit of shopping for local handicrafts along this site and definitely …. take a lot of photographs!

Berber Village

In this trip we got to see local culture closely by visiting Berber Village. Berber is the Moroccan aboriginal tribe in Northern Africa.

One of the highlights of coming here is getting to meet local people and making some real connections. The people of this region are Berber (Amazigh) and are famous for their hospitality. Don’t be surprised if they invite you into their homes to drink tea and eat sweet dates with them.

Fosil Erfoud 

Erfoud is well known by its fossils. All around town you’ll find plenty of studios and shops selling fossils products. This is a factory where they process some rather spectacular fossil finds into everything from furniture to small souvenir type items. It will be very interesting to see how they extract the fossils and make it into pretty little thing.

Merzouga

Merzouga is a small Moroccan village in Sahara Desert (It is close to Algerian Border). Here, we will experience riding a camel on the desert starting from the area around Merzouga and to the desert (Sahara) and sunset watching over sand dunes! These are the highlights of this trip!

The terrain in the area actually looks as if you might be walking on the moon, and then seemingly from nowhere, you look up to see these towering sand dunes that rise higher than the hotels.

That night, we will sleep in a luxury tent in the middle of Sahara Desert, doing what’s best to do; Stargazing under beautiful Saharan desert and gossip campfire! 

On 5th day, we will be heading towards northern Morocco. On the way, we will visit wonderful places and have delicious lunch.

Ziz Valley

Ziz Valley, a rocky passage south through tremendous Ziz Gorges provide a rocky passage through the Tunnel.  The valley widens, presenting a spectacular sight: a dense canopy of palms wedged between ancient striated cliffs, which date to the Jurassic period. It’s worth taking some time here to explore the rich, untouristed date palms. 

Midelt

Here is where we will be having our delicious lunch. Midelt is a town in Morocco in between Atlas Mountain.

The lands around Midelt are apple-growing country, hence this oversized statue of an apple perched atop Midelt’s main roundabout in the centre of town. It makes a good orientation point for the town.

Ifrane

We will stop for a while in Ifrane or so called Little Switzerland of Morocco for a short rest and enjoy a cup of coffee in the café.

Why it is resembling Switzerland? because the building architecture, strange snowy weather (from Nov to April) and alpine mountains are like in Switzerland.

Ifrane is a city in the Middle of Atlas region in Northern Morocco, built by the French in late 1920s. The town was designed with coolness in mind–colonial families would spend the hot summers away from cities, such as Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakech.

At night, we will sleep in a traditional Moroccan Riad for fascinating experience. The term comes from the Arab word ‘ryad’ (meaning ‘garden’) but is applied to townhouses built around an inner courtyard or garden. True riads will have lush plants in four planting beds and a central fountain, but many variations exist.

Royal Palace Fes

The very famous golden Fez Royal Palace doors. Known locally as Fes Palais Royal Dar El Makhzen! It is the official Royal residence of the King of Morocco. Although you cannot go inside the palace, it is still worth a visit to see that spectacular set of arched doors in all different sizes.

The architecture, including the brass details and tiles, will take your breath away and makes a fantastic photo opportunity!

Burj Al Janubi

Burj Al Janubi is a fortress located in the southern part of the Fes city, where we can enjoy a fascinating view of the city.

Chouara Tannery

Are you a fan of leather? If yes, then this is the place you should visit. One of the highlight of this trip is to see how all that colourful leather is made and, more importantly, what it is made from. One of the most famous is the oldest and largest Fez Tannery, locally known as Chouara Tannery.  

This ancient outdoor workshop has been around for 1000 years! You’ll find hundreds of colorful pools, like an artist’s paint palette, with men busy at work in the sun.

Universiti Al-Qarawiyyin

The University of al-Qarawiyyin (Al-Karaouine) is the oldest operating university, even older than Oxford! It was founded and established by Fatima al-Fihri, a young princess from Tunisia in the year of 859. It is the oldest existing, continually operating higher educational institution in the world according to UNESCO and Guinness World Records.

The library at Al-Qarawiyyin is also recognized as the oldest in the world. It contains over 4000 manuscripts, some of which date back to the 9th century. Of particular note is a collection of hadiths which are thought to be the oldest copy of the of the Prophet Mohammed’s sayings still in existence.

Old Town Fes

We will end the day with cuci mata and shopping at amazing Old Town Market, before we proceed our road trip to the next city.

At night, we will sleep in Chefchaouen, a northwest city in Morocco. It’s known for the  striking, blue-washed buildings of its old town.

Chefchouen

Morocco’s famous blue city, Chefchaouen, nicknamed the “blue pearl of Morocco.” Chefchouen is known by the name Blue City Of Morocco because the city is painted blue making it a must place for photographers.

One of the theory why the being blue was because it’s a Jewish tradition as blue reminded people of the sky and ultimately God.  

Other theories are that blue keeps mosquitos away, it represents the ocean and blue paint helps to keep the buildings cooler in the searing heat. 

In Chefchaouen you can really shop your heart out. They have plenty of boutiques selling all things such as textiles, spices, clothes, carpets, handicrafts, art, aromatherapy, slippers, leather just name it.

Place El Houta

This tiny little cosy square is one of the most photogenic areas of Chefchaouen. It has cute little benches where both locals and tourists can rest. In the middle of this square stands a beautiful blue and white fountain. Around the square there are some little and elegant houses and cafes.

Sleep at Tangier

Kasbah Oudaya

The Kasbah of the Udayas is a classic medieval fortress of the first settlement in Rabat and in 2006 was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Oudaya Kasbah is a haven of tranquility, with its flower-filled little streets, Andalusian garden, and Moorish café.

Most of the remains of the Kasbah date back to the 12th century. The Oudaya Kasbah was originally built in the 12th century and although it has been destroyed several times, it was rebuilt again.

Oudaya Kasbah’s Residential Area

he Kasbah has a residential neighborhood.  Its narrow streets are lined with whitewashed houses and are known for its distinct blue and white walls, most of which were built by Muslim refugees from Spain.

Mausoleum of Mohammed V 

The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a historical building located in Rabat. It contains the tombs of the Moroccan king and his two sons, late King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah. It is reported to have taken nine years to build and cost $900 million! Very impressive building, built and installed by Moroccan soldiers. 

The Tomb of King Mohammed V was carved out of the white onyx/marble stone block, covered with colorful geometric patterns of mosaics mini-tiles and covered with plaster. The Door leaves, the walls, and the ceiling were covered with unique traditional artistic techniques to produce motifs and decorative designs. Majestic Chandeliers are hanged up to light the royal building, Luxurious Red Carpets on the stairs, and flags to complete the imperial construction

Sleep at Mohammedia

Free & Easy day before departure.