Short Break: Marrakech
Short Break: Marrakech
Short Break: Marrakech
Visiting: Morocco
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGT1170
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 16
Physical rating:
Casual
Age range:
Adults
Interests:
Tour Overview
Based for four nights in a traditional Moroccan riad, this short break includes visits to some of the highlights of Marrakech, including the stunning Majorelle Gardens owned by the Yves Saint Laurent Foundation and the Koutoubia Mosque. Tour the souks for ingredients for a Moroccan cooking class and enjoy your creations at lunch.
The beautiful oasis Ait Benhaddou, known for its Kasbah and as the setting of many famous films, awaits on a day trip out of Marrakech and over the high Atlas. This tour also gives you the opportunity to visit Ouarzazte and the vast 19th century palace of Taourirt Kasbah that will leave you in awe of this spectacular region.
This tour is limited to 16 places. Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
Highlights
- Explore the bustling souks and medinas of Marrakech
- Attend a cooking class of authentic Moroccan cuisine
- Day trip to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Tour the renowned Majorelle Gardens
Itinerary
DAY 1 (D)
On arrival in Marrakech, transfer to your traditional Moroccan riad. This evening, take an orientation walk including the Medina with its souks and main square Djemaa El Fna, before enjoying a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Marrakech
DAY 2 (B, L, D)
Explore the sights of Marrakech. Tour the rich cultural history of the Koutoubia Garden and Mosque, completed in the 12th century. Visit the Dar Si Said museum housed in an opulent Byzantine-designed palace and enter the historic walled Jewish quarter.
Take lunch on the roof top of the Merstan Restaurant, right in the centre of the Medina old quarter.
This afternoon, transfer to the most beautiful botanical garden, the Majorelle former property now owned by the Yves Saint Laurent Foundation.
Overnight: Marrakech
DAY 3 (B, L, D)
Day trip to Ait Benhaddou, the setting of such films as ‘Gladiator’ and ‘Lawrence of Arabia’, to walk through its stunning kasbah and fortified village. Awe-inspiring examples of the architecture of southern Morocco, the earthen buildings are incredibly well preserved and are a sight not to be missed.
After lunch, transfer to Ouarzazate to visit the hugely impressive Taourirt Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight: Marrakech
DAY 4 (B, D)
This morning, spend an hour shopping for ingredients in the Moroccan souks before using them in a cooking class of authentic Moroccan cuisine. Follow the chef and prepare famous Moroccan dishes including briouattes, chicken tagine and johara.
Afternoon at leisure before a special farewell dinner at an authentic Moroccan restaurant.
Overnight: Marrakech
DAY 5 (B)
Transfer to the airport for departure.
What's Included
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Meals
Daily breakfast, lunches and evening meals
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Accommodation
4 star
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Prestige Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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