Posts by Rita Lazauskas

AIT BEN HADDOU

AIT BEN HADDOU Every Morocco Tour should take in this special UNESCO World Heritage site! Ait Ben Haddou village is a long but interesting day trip from Marrakech. A UNESCO site since 1987 it is one of the most spectacular ksars in Morocco where families still live following ancient traditions. Along the Ounila valley you will admire the Amazigh (Berber) villages in the mountains of the High Atlas. Stop in Telouet to visit the Kasbah El Glaoui before returning to Marrakech. At Ait Ben Haddou you will have a guided tour of the village, including an opportunity to enter a
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Categories: DAY TRIPS.

OURIKA VALLEY

OURIKA VALLEY Escape the heat and hustle and bustle of Marrakech on your Morocco Tour! 60 km from Marrakech the valley of Ourika is typical of the High Atlas and a cool escape from the city. Visit Amazigh villages and drink Moroccan mint tea with a family on the way. Take a guided tour to the beautiful waterfall at Setti Fatma (optional) or just enjoy the drive through the spectacular landscape of the Toubkal region. Better still, take the ‘3 Valleys Tour’ which does a loop through spectacular landscape and avoids the bigger tourist crowds. Visit the Amazigh (Berber) villages of
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Categories: DAY TRIPS.

Essaouira Day Trip

ESSAOUIRA One of the most popular destinations in any Morocco Tour. 3 hours drive from Marrakech have lunch and explore the charming fishing port of Essaouira which boasts a mild climate, beautiful wild beaches and exotic history. The old Medina, bursting with colour and mystique, is a wonderful example of a fortified town of the mid-eighteenth century with its impressive stone ramparts and array of highlights including delicious seafood, groovy music and beach culture. Contact ZIG ZAG…  
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Categories: DAY TRIPS.

Marrakech FASHIONISTA

MARRAKECH FASHIONISTA: CONTEMPORARY DESIGN   A shopping tour with a difference! After you have finished in the Old Medina let us take you to the hard to find places where the Marrakchi designers create and ply their wares. These boutiques and workshops are generally outside in Gueliz (the new town centre), in the industrial zones or tucked in hard to find places. With ZIG ZAG your private vehicle with driver & guide will pick you up at your guesthouse and take you on this magical tour. contact ZIGZAG…
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Categories: CRAFTED Tours and DAY TRIPS.

MARRAKECH MEDINA

MARRAKECH MEDINA   A Full or Half Day Tour with an official accredited Guide taking in the Badii and Bahia Palaces, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Koranic School and the artisanal production areas of the Souk. The Full Day Tour also includes transport to the brilliant Jardin Majorelle and Musée Berbère. You might also like our FASHIONista Tour or Museums & Galleries of Marrakech contact ZIG ZAG…
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Categories: DAY TRIPS and Imperial Cities.

Fez Medina & Artisanal Tours

Fez Medina & Artisanal Tours HALF DAY TOUR Explore the Fez Medina with an accredited expert guide visiting the famous artisan souks in this ancient city including the famous leather tanneries and a range of artists working in metal, wood, pottery, jewellery, textiles and more. Visit a Koranic School and admire the unique architecture of the ancient buildings and monuments. FULL DAY TOUR Explore this ancient Medina with an accredited expert guide visiting the famous artisan souks in this ancient city including the famous leather tanneries and a range of artists working in metal, pottery, jewellery, textiles and more. Take a private
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Categories: Imperial Cities.

Rabat-Volubilis-Chefchaouen-Fez

IMPERIAL CITIES & CHEFCHAOUEN 7 NIGHTS Rabat-Volubilis-Chefchaouen-Fez Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat Your private vehicle and driver who will accompany you throughout your stay will meet you at the Hotel for the commencement of the tour. Visit the grand Mosque of Casablanca for a guided tour before you head off for the Capital City of Rabat. B&B Accommodation includes traditional Moroccan breakfast. Day 2: Rabat  Take a half day guided tour where you can visit the highlights of this great city such as the Royal Palace gates, the Mausoleum of Hassan ll and the ancient Oudayas Kasbah. Have a free
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Categories: Imperial Cities.

Marrakech-Fez-Meknes-Rabat

IMPERIAL CITIES: 5 Days Marrakech-Fez-Meknes-Rabat Day 1: Marrakech – Fez Your private vehicle and driver who will accompany you throughout your stay will meet you at the Hotel for the commencement of the tour. Drive to Fez via the northern side of the High Atlas and Middle Atlas Mountains. B&B Accommodation in the old Medina of Fez includes traditional Moroccan breakfast. Day 2: Fez Morning guided tour of the oldest Medina in the Islamic world, operating for 1,000 years. Visit the famous artisan souks in this ancient city including the famous leather tanneries and a range of artists working in
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Categories: Imperial Cities.

Casablanca-Rabat-Meknes-Fez

IMPERIAL CITIES: 5 Days Casablanca-Rabat-Meknes-Fez Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat Your private vehicle and driver who will accompany you throughout your stay will meet you at the airport or your Hotel for the commencement of the tour. Visit the grand Mosque of Casablanca for a guided tour before you head off for the Capital City of Rabat. B&B Accommodation in the old Medina includes traditional Moroccan breakfast. Day 2: Rabat Take a half day guided tour where you can visit the highlights of this great city such as the Royal Palace gates, the Mausoleum of Hassan ll and ancient Oudayas
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Categories: Imperial Cities.