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Full Day Trip To The Pearl Of South Marrakech, Including Souks And Palaces From Casablanca
Full Day Trip To The Pearl Of South Marrakech, Including Souks And Palaces From Casablanca
Introduction
Take a full day trip from Casablanca to Marrakech, one of the 4 imperial cities of Morocco. Enjoy a walk in the souks and labyrinthine Medina markets, and visit the main historical sites including: The Koutoubia mosque, the royal Saadian tombs, the majestic Bahia palace and finish the Famous living Jamaa Lafna square, the charm of this place comes from the multitude of street artists, stalls of dried fruit or freshly squeezed orange juice in front of you and the multitude of small restaurants that invest its center in the early evening and participate in perfume all around.
Highlights
- Explore the colorful labyrinth markets of the medina.
- Stroll the souks and discover the artisans workshops
- Visit of the Bahia palace to enjoy its amazing mosaics architecture.
- Visit the oldest mosque Koutoubia (from outside).
- Visit the Royal tombs and enjoy the beautiful mosaics and ceilings of the mausoleum.
- Enjoy a cup of mint tea in a rooftop cafe located in Jamaa El Fna Square.
Details of the trip
You will start our journey from Casablanca around 07:30 am, your driver will pick you up from your accommodation and driver to Marrakech through the highway, once you arrive in Marrakech, you will meet your guide who will show you Marrakech with enthusiasm and pride. Your visit to the city will begin with a stop at the Koutoubia Mosque, the landmark of the city where its 12th century minaret can be seen from all points of the city.
You walk to get to the Saadian tombs, historic royal necropolis. family is buried containing 66 tombs decorated with marble and stucco. Then, a short walk takes you to another beautiful monument “Bahia Palace” It was built in the late 19th century, intended to be the greatest palace of its time. 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. After a delicious lunch in a Moroccan Riad (fresh), continue your walk in the Medina with its amazing streets and colorful souks. Your walking tour of the Medina will end in the legendary Jamaa El Fna Square where you will see snake charmers, fortune tellers, acrobats, fire eaters and musicians in harmony. If you wish, you can enjoy a cup of mint tea in the terrace. In late afternoon you return back to Casablanca.
Good to Know
Included
- English speaking Guide/Driver.
- Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included.
- Mineral water during the trip.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Official art historian professional guide.
- Lunch.
Not included
- Soft Drinks
- Tips and gratuities