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Best of Morocco & Lisbon – 12 Days

$ 2,995.00

Learn about Marrakesh’s past by visiting its grand palaces, mosques and gardens. Go hiking in the High Atlas Mountains and visit traditional Berber villages, Soak up the laid-back, bohemian atmosphere of Essaouria’s historic medina and fishing port.

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DAY 1 MARRAKECH
Arrive Marrakech.

Upon Arrival, you are met and transferred to the hotel.


Moderate
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Featured Moderate Hotel or similar

  • Riad Baraka


Superior
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Featured Superior Hotel or similar

  • Riad Aladdin


Luxury
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Featured Luxury Hotel or similar

  • Riad Dar Anika


DAY 2 MARRAKECH
Today, we will visit From here to the late 19th century Bahia Palace built by craftsmen from Fes for the black slave Si’ Ahmed Ben Musa (or Bou Ahmed) after he had risen to power and wealth as the Grand Vizier of Sultan Moulay al-Hassan.

From here we continue up to the Dar Si Saïd Museum. Formally a palace originally built by Mehdi Mnebbi (1894-1908), Moroccan ambassador to London, it was then bought by T’hami el Glaoui, the famous Pasha of Marrakech and ‘Lord of the Atlas’ during the French Protectorate.

We continue up into the Medina and the 14th century Ali Ben Youssef Medersa – one of the most beautiful buildings in Marrakech that housed the Islamic equivalent of a monastery; the tranquility within contrasts with the chaotic pace of life outside in the Medina..

We shall go on to see the Almoravid Dynasty Koubba also called Koubba Ba’Adiyn, the oldest building in Marrakech and the only Almoravid building to remain standing in Morocco..

Down into the Medina to visit El Badi Palace and the 12th-century Koutoubia Minaret, the most perfect Islamic religious structure in North Africa.

Walking through Jemaa el-Fna Square in the heart of the city. UNESCO recognized the square for its “Intangible Cultural Heritage as a true open-air theater that always amazes visitors.” See snake charmers, fortune tellers, henna artists, medicine men, street performers, musicians, dancers and vendors of all kinds perform their magic before returning to your hotel.

DAY 3 MARRAKECH.
This morning, we Drive to the 16th-century Saadian Tombs, pausing en route for an opportunity to see the famous Berber watermen dressed in red with colorful hats. One of Morocco’s most resplendent examples of magnificent Islamic architecture, the tombs are the burial site of 166 members of the Saadian Dynasty. Decorated with jewel-like tiles and elaborate carvings, the tombs were sealed up and forgotten for centuries until they were rediscovered in 1917.

Next, visit the Jardin Majorelle, which is the masterpiece of 20th-century French artist Jacques Majorelle, who spent nearly 40 years developing elaborate gardens around his 1930s-era villa-studio. Your explorations include the small Berber museum located on the grounds, followed by a visit to the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the legendary fashion designer.

Visit Le Jardin Secret, one of the largest and most important gardens set out in the shell of a 19th century palace. Divided into two distinct areas, the gardens are a triumph of Islamic design. The first area faithfully recreates a Persian paradise garden. The second, which is smaller, nurtures exotic plants. You can also see the ancient irrigation system that still works.

DAY 4 MARRAKECH – KASBAH DU TOUBKAL
This morning, transfer to the resort in Atlas Mountain.

We will make reservation for lunch on your behalf at the Kasbah Tamdot enroute, you will pay for lunch on the spot.

Afterwards, transfer to the Kasbah Du Toubkal.


Moderate
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Featured Moderate Hotel or similar

  • Le Village du Toubkal


Superior
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Featured Superior Hotel or similar

  • Asni – Kasbah Angour


Luxury
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Featured Luxury Hotel or similar

  • Kasbah Du Toubkal


The rest of the day is free at leisure and join the program offered by your resort

DAY 5 KASBAH DU TOUBKAL
Full day is free at leisure and enjoy your property and surroundings.

Guided treks can be arranged and paid directly at the Kasbah as required.

DAY 6 KASBAH DU TOUBKAL – ESSAOUIRA
Today, your are picked up from the resort and drive west to the Atlantic Ocean’s shores to visit Essaouira, the ancient Phoenician town of Mogador – a corruption of the Berber word Amegdul, meaning ‘well-protected’ – and now, since Independence, called Essaouira – ‘Little Picture’. Abandoned by the Portuguese in 1541, it was not until 1765 that the Alaouite Sultan Sidi Mohammad Ibn Abdullah transformed Mogador into a fortified city, charging some prominent Jewish families to promote international trade from the port.

The ramparts were never that effective in keeping out the marauding tribesmen but now, a charming artists’ town with its old port and cannons overlooking the fishing fleet, Essaouira invites you to wander through the narrow alleyways which make up the Medina to witness artisans at work making their inlaid wooden Thuya tables and boxes and sundry items in lemon or briar wood inlaid with mother of pearl or cherry wood and where the purple dyes once produced by the crushed shellfish were exported from the offshore Purple Islands by the conquering Romans to colour the togas of the rich back home.

We continue our leisurely stroll around this enchanting town, perhaps to enjoy a lunch (optional) of Essouaira’s famed seafood, either on the quayside or in one of the several quaint cafés, thence to visit the fishermen port and the Mellah.

Essaouira’s Mellah covers 10 percent of the town, whose Jews constituted almost 40 percent of the population in the late 1880’s. Jewish stars on the doors to the Mellah show the degree to which Jews were accepted in Essaouira, to the point that some of the richer Jews did not even live in the Mellah. Commemorative plaques indicate the buildings in which synagogues were located. The Jewish cemetery, just outside the city gates, is well-kept and whose oldest known gravestone dates from 1776, with about 500 in the old cemetery and about 3,500 in the newer one. The marble, granite, and sandstone memorial markers are rough stones or boulders, flat, shaped stones, finely smoothed and inscribed stones and mausoleums.

Afterwards, check in to you beach resort.


Moderate
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Featured Moderate Hotel or similar

  • Dar L’oussia


Superior
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Featured Superior Hotel or similar

  • Madada Mogador


Luxury
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Featured Luxury Hotel or similar

  • L’Heure Bleue Palais


DAY 7 ESSAOUIRA
Enjoying a morning of pampering at your hotel’s hammam (steam bath), where you’ll experience a rejuvenating, skin soothing bath treatment that’s rooted in Moroccan culture.

DAY 8 ESSAOUIRA
Full day is free at leisure.

DAY 9 ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH – LISBON
This morning after check out, your guide will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the Marrakech airport for your flight to Lisbon and on arrival, you are transferred to the hotel.


Moderate
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Featured Moderate Hotel or similar

  • Hotel Principe Lisboa


Superior
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Featured Superior Hotel or similar

  • Corpo Santo


Luxury
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Featured Luxury Hotel or similar

  • Olissippo Lapa Palace

DAY 10 LISBON
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning, drive to Sintra where you meet your local guide on site for sightseeing. Visiting the Palace of Sintra, we walk through this charming town.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, drive to Cabo da Roca and enjoy the amazing views from the westernmost point of mainland Europe.

Continue drive along the coast, we pass one of the most famous surfing beaches, the incredible Hell’s Mouth, cosmopolitan Cascais and the gardens of Estoril.

DAY 11 LISBON
Explore Lisbon on your own.

Explore ancient Olissipo, walk through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Coach Museum, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square, Liberty Avenue,

Tonight, take a River Cruise to enjoy Lisbon, a city overlooking the river, passing Lisbon Bridge, City Center, Monuments to the Discoveries and Parque das Nacões

DAY 12 LISBON – HOME
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.


Moderate from
$1995
per person based on sharing

  • For 3 – 5 pax: $1995
  • for 2 passengers: $2295

 
Superior from
$2695
per person based on sharing

  • For 3 – 5 pax: $1995
  • for 2 passengers: $2995

 
Luxury from
$2995
per person based on sharing

  • For 3 – 5 pax: $2995
  • for 2 passengers: $3595


Above prices are based on minimum of 2 guests travelling together. We offer a wide selection of hotels and customized itinerary. Click the button to request a specific quote based on number of guests, their interests and budget.

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OVERVIEW

Learn about Marrakesh’s past by visiting its grand palaces, mosques and gardens. Immerse yourself in the souqs and see craftsmen busy at their trade.
Go hiking in the High Atlas Mountains and visit traditional Berber villages, Soak up the laid-back, bohemian atmosphere of Essaouria’s historic medina and fishing port.

DEPARTURE

Guaranteed departure for minimum 1 traveler

HOTELS

As stated in the itinerary

INCLUSIONS

Accommodation in wide selection of hotels with breakfast at hotel
Qualified English speaking guide)
Local city guides for sightseeing in Marrakech & Essaouira
Transportation using A/C mini bus with driver
Marrakech – 2 half days guided visits including entry fees to Badia Palace, Saadien Tombs, Bahia Palace, Dar Si Said, Quoba Mourabityn, Majorelle Gardens, Berber Museum, Yves Saint Lauren Museum, Les Jardins secrets
Essaouira – Guided visit
Bottled water in the vehicle

EXCLUSIONS

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◾Travel insurance. visa fees, gratuities, drinks, personal spending and optional activities.

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