Ait Ben Haddou-Ouarzazate- Valley of Dadès:
5 Valleys 1000 Kasbahs
3 days / 2 nights
Day 1: Departure to Ouarzazate via the mountains of the High Atlas, passing through the spectacular Tizi'N'Tichka pass reaching 2 260 m/7 415 ft.
On the way, we will visit the tomb of the Saint Rabbi Habibi Mizrahi located in a village at the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains south of Marrakech.
At the highest point on the road to Ouarzazate, Optional visit to a Jewish saint, David Lachkar (or Moulay Ighi), the saint is buried in the stronghold of the most powerful Berber family of the twentieth century, the Glaoui in the mountains north of Ouarzazate. After, we will visit the sanctuary of Jewish saint David Oumouchy. Then a special visit to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, registered to the world heritage of the UNESCO this walled village, spangled of notched towers and decorated of motives in the shape of lozenge, is considered understandably like one of most beautiful of the country. Hundreds of movies are shot in this décor: Lawrence of Arabia, the mommy, Gladiator, 7 days in Tebet, Babel...
After lunch at a local restaurant, our tour of the city first takes us to the Taourirt and Tifoultout Kasbahs, ancient residences of Glaoui (The former Pacha of Marrakesh).
Dinner and accommodation
Day 2: After a special Berber breakfast, you’ll depart for El Kelaat M'Gouna, traveling the rugged Road of a Thousand Kasbahs that rise up like turreted sand castles along this ancient caravan trading route. This area has long been a popular location for Hollywood films such as The Last Temptation of Christ, Jewel of the Nile, and most recently Hideous Kinky. The central region is one of the most exciting and romantic destinations of Morocco nestled along rich river valleys, palmeries and burnished mud-brick homes ablaze in vibrant colour under the shelter of the blue desert sky.
We will visit the village of Skoura (42 km), with its Jewish cemetery, where the venerated saint Rabbi David Arama zatsal is buried, then Kalaat M’Gouna, the kingdom of the roses… and visit of Tiliit (5 miles from El Kelaat M'Gouna), known as the Ancient City of the Jews of the Dades. The fortress of Tiliit has been the center of a Jewish region ruled by the Spanish-Jewish family of Perez from the end of the fifteenth century until the reign of Moulay Ismail in 1672...
Lunch and return back to Ait Benhaddou.
Dinner and accommodation
Day 3: Back to Marrakech end of the day
Prices:
For 2 peoples:
264 Euros per person, with lunch.
For 3 peoples:
218 Euros per person, with lunch.
For 4 peoples:
195 Euros per person, with lunch.
Included in this Excursion are:
- All Transfers
- 3 lunches, 2 diners and 2 breakfasts
- Private 4WD & Driver.
- 1 night in a Kasbah in Skoura
- 1 night in a Kasbah in Ait Benhaddou
Departure: 7H.
Return approx 16H, third day.
Telouat–Ait benhaddou-Ouarzazate:
1 day trip
Departure to Ouarzazate via the mountains of the High Atlas, passing through the spectacular Tizi'N'Tichka pass reaching 2 260 m/7 415 ft.
On the way, we will visit the tomb of the Saint Rabbi Habibi Mizrahi located in a village at the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains south of Marrakech.
At the highest point on the road to Ouarzazate, Optional visit to a Jewish saint, David Lachkar (or Moulay Ighi), the saint is buried in the stronghold of the most powerful Berber family of the twentieth century, the Glaoui in the mountains north of Ouarzazate. After, we will visit the sanctuary of Jewish saint David Oumouchy.
Then a special visit to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, registered to the world heritage of the UNESCO this walled village, spangled of notched towers and decorated of motives in the shape of lozenge, is considered understandably like one of most beautiful of the country. Hundreds of movies are shot in this décor: the diamond of the Nile, Lawrence of Arabia, the mommy, Gladiator, 7 days in Tebet, Babel...
After lunch at a local restaurant, our tour of the city first takes us to the Taourirt and Tifoultout Kasbahs, ancient residences of Glaoui (The former Pacha of Marrakesh).
Prices:
For 2 peoples :
70Euros per person, with lunch.
For 3 peoples :
55Euros per person, with lunch.
For 4 peoples :
48Euros per person, with lunch.
Included in this Excursion are :
- Transfers to and from Ouarzazate
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Ouarzazate
- Private Car/Van & Driver.
Departure: 7H .
Return approx 20H.
Essaouira :
1 day trip
170 km west of Marrakech, the old Mogador is one of the most attaching cities of the Atlantic coast. Under the influence of winds, Essaouira enjoys a moderate and mild climate at any season.
In the 18th century, the Alaouite Sultan Mohamed Ben Abdallah charged some prominent Jewish families to promote international trade from the port of Essaouira. Essaouira's mellah covers over 10 percent of the town, but 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. Former inhabitants of Essaouira, most of them Jewish, formed a committee to rehabilitate the town. The Jewish cemetery with the sanctuary of Rabbi Haïm Pinto, just outside the city gates, is extremely well-kept. Two historical synagogues should be renovated soon "Slat Rabbi Haïm Pinto and Slat Attias".
Optional excursion to Rabbi Nissim ben Nissim in Ait Beyoud
During your time in Essaouira you will have a guided visit of the port, the Scala, the municipal market, jeweler's quarter and a handicrafts complex... Also in our excursion, you will have the opportunity to discover the marvellous Argan oil when you visit a Women's Co-operative manufacturing this famous product.
Prices:
For 2 peoples :
61Euros per person, with lunch.
For 3 peoples :
50Euros per person, with lunch.
For 4 peoples :
46Euros per person, with lunch.
Included in this Excursion are :
- Transfers to and from Essaouira
- Fish lunch at a local restaurant in Essaouira
- Private Car/Van & Driver.
Departure: 8H .
Return approx 18H.
Ourika Valley And its wonderful hills and typical villages:
1 day trip
Approximately thirty kilometres from the Imperial City of Marrakech, and spreading between the first foothills of the Atlas Mountains, the Ourika Valley is one of the most beautiful and best preserved valleys in Morocco. The region is without a doubt the perfect tourist destination for people who seek a Moroccan adventure, discovery, relaxation, and meditation.
Half way on the road through Ourika In Aghbalou is an old Berber Jewish sanctuary and synagogue. We will walk through earthen adobe villages decorated with bas-relief indigenous patterns. Light a candle at the tomb of tzaddik Rabbi Shlomo bel Hansh. This tomb is the site of one of the biggest pilgrimages in Morocco...
The Ourika Valley has a wealth of sights to see and places to visit. There is the Ourika Valley itself with its beautiful river, Berber villages, and waterfalls. Also visiting typical Berber houses, mainly in the beautiful village of Setti Fatma - famous for its seven waterfalls.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
You can hike up to a waterfall for one hour or two...
Prices:
For 2 peoples :
56Euros per person, with lunch.
For 3 peoples :
46Euros per person, with lunch.
For 4 peoples :
41Euros per person, with lunch.
Included in the price:
- Transfers to and from Essaouira
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Essaouira
- Private Car/Van & Driver.
Departure: 9H .
Return approx 16H.
Ouzoud waterfalls:
1 day trip
On our way, we will visit Jewish saints buried in the rural areas surrounding Marrakech:
- In Ait Ourir, Rabbi Habib Ha – Mizrahi, also called, R. Habib El Mizrahi. He is also venerated by the Muslims, who call him moulay Tadot, after the acacia tree at his tomb.
- Near-by Sidi Rahal has the mausoleum of Jacob Nahmias, called Moul Alma. The desires of all who come to his tomb will be fulfilled. His name is the Chief Rabbi Jacob Askenazi.
- Demnate, northeast of Marrakesh, is one of the few rural towns with a well developed mellah, as well as a cemetery with the saint David Draa Halevy.
Highlights will also include the natural bridge of Imini N’Ifri and dinosaur tracks... After lunch, departure to Ouzoud waterfalls to experience one of the most spectacular sights in Morocco. Located in a plush valley, within friendly Berber village are three beautiful tiered waterfalls with a series of spectacular wide to narrow plunges that drop 110m into the river below. Take a swim in the refreshing water or stroll through the network of great paths leading to the basins below the cascades.
Return back to Marrakech.
Prices:
For 2 peoples :
70Euros per person, with lunch.
For 3 peoples :
57Euros per person, with lunch.
For 4 peoples :
51Euros per person, with lunch.
Included in the price:
- Transfers to and from Ouzoud
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Ouzoud
- Private Car/Van & Driver
Departure: 8H .
Return approx 19H.
