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Magnificent Morocco & Sahara Desert & Gibraltar 7 Nights – With Air Arabia Airlines, Departing October 24 (October 29 Special)
Day 1 Istanbul – Casablanca – Rabat – Casablanca
Meeting in front of the Air Arabia Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport 3 hours before the flight. (It is necessary to be at the airport on the evening of the day before the departure date specified in the tour.) After baggage and ticket procedures, departing for Casablanca at 01.30 on Air Arabia Airlines flight number 3O438. Following our arrival in Casablanca at 04.35 local time, we depart for the Magnificent Capital Rabat in our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. During the panoramic city tour we will take following our arrival, the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, built in memory of the current king’s grandfather, the pioneer of Morocco’s independence, and the Royal Palace are among the places we will see. Following our tour, we depart for Casablanca. Following our arrival, our Casablanca city tour begins. Morocco’s main port, Casablanca is famous for the 1942 Hollywood film Casablanca, which takes its name from the city, and is the country’s economic center as well as its most densely populated city. As you stroll through the streets of the city, you can see Islamic, French and Berber influences reflecting its rich cultural history. Mohammed V Square, the heart of Casablanca; United Nations Square, where Morocco’s past and present are magnificently blended; the Hassan II Mosque (from the outside), famous for its magnificent structure and the world’s second-longest minaret; the Old Medina; the Habbous district, famous for its open-air markets; and Ain Diab and the Corniche, located along the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean, are among the places we will see. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Casablanca – Marrakech
Following breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Marrakech. After arriving in Marrakech, we begin exploring the city, which will take you back centuries with its narrow streets and takes its name from the word “mur akush,” meaning “Land of God” in the language of the Berbers, the oldest indigenous people of North Africa. Marrakech, one of the country’s most important tourist centers, is also known as the “Red City” due to its famous red walls. During our city tour, the Bahia Palace, which offers a wonderful impression of what it was like to be a nobleman in 19th-century Morocco; the Koutoubia Minaret, one of the city’s most important landmarks; the Majorella Gardens, home to a collection of plants from all over the world; and Djemaa El Fna Square, the heart of the city known as the “Courtyard of Souks and Miracles,” will be among the places we visit. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech
After breakfast at the hotel, we join the Unesco World Heritage Magnificent Essaouira Tour. Essaouira, whose streets have hosted civilizations since ancient times, is located on the Atlantic Ocean coast and is known for its medina (city center) surrounded by white old city walls, narrow streets and traditional markets. Essaouira, whose city center is included on the ‘’World Heritage’’ list by Unesco, is a tranquil seaside town where art and culture intertwine, in addition to being a fishing port. The city has a quite peaceful atmosphere compared to Marrakech, offering its visitors a relaxing escape. Over the years, this atmosphere has attracted many world-famous artists such as Cat Stevens, Jimi Hendrix and Orson Welles, turning the city into an art and cultural center. The town has also recently hosted the filming of the famous Game Of Thrones series. During our tour, the Essaouira walls and Essaouira Castle, Essaouira Port, where the fish market is located, and the world-famous Medina are among the places we will see. In Essaouira, which bears the elegance of traditional Moroccan architecture and traces of modern life, you will also have the opportunity to shop with pleasure while exploring the city. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 Marrakech – Film Studios – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Following breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Ouarzazate. Our first stop along the way will be the film studios and Ait Ben Hadou. Here, we will see the film studios where The Mummy, Gladiator, Alexander and the television phenomenon Game of Thrones were filmed, and then proceed to Ait Ben Haddou, a historic village famous for its traditional earthen architecture. Located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, on the ancient Saharan caravan route, this impressive settlement gives visitors the feeling of travelling back in time with its high adobe walls, corner towers and narrow streets. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, Aït Ben Haddou offers incredible photo opportunities, especially with its buildings taking on reddish hues at sunset. The final stop of our tour is our hotel in the city of Ouarzazate, which has hosted many Hollywood films and Hollywood artists, where we will have free time. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5 Ouarzazate – Sahara Desert (Merzouga)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards the Sahara Desert. With the desert on one side and views of the Atlas Mountains on the other, our first stops will be the Todra Valley and M’gouna (Rose City). We then depart for our hotel in Merzouga (Sahara Desert). Upon arrival, we settle into our rooms and enjoy the desert. Do not forget to photograph the sky in the darkness of the desert at night and the sunrise in the morning. Accommodation is at our camp in the desert.
Day 6 Sahara Desert (Merzouga) – Ifrane – Fez
Following the breakfast we will have at the hotel, Ifrane, located at an altitude of 1,700 meters and notable for its orderly urban plan, is known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” due to its clean air, wide avenues, and mountain chalet-style architecture with pitched roofs. After the tour we will take here, we will depart for Fes. In accordance with the tradition of naming Berber countries after their capitals, as in the examples of Tunisia and Algeria, Morocco also took its name from the city of Fes. The walled city, founded around the Fez River, which flows from west to east, is also known as the “Mecca of the West.” The city center of Fes has been listed as a World Heritage Site and is one of the largest and oldest urban pedestrian areas in the world. During our old city tour, we will see the Bou Inania and Al Attarine Madrasas, the Andalusian Mosque, one of the world’s oldest institutions of higher education, Karaouine University, Nejjarine Square, and the artisans’ bazaar, all unique examples of Islamic architecture. The tanneries in the Medina, where leather is processed, still use techniques that have remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Transfer to our hotel after the tour. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Day 7 Fez – Blue Chefchaouen – Tangier
After breakfast at the hotel, we join the ‘’Magnificent City Blue Chefchaouen’’ tour. This fascinating town, located in northwestern Morocco at the foothills of the Rif Mountains, is famous for its blue-painted buildings and is also known as the "Blue City" for this characteristic. Chefchaouen, every corner and street of which is painted in different shades of blue, attracts visitors with its unique atmosphere as well as its natural beauty. While strolling through the city’s narrow streets, you can discover its traditional bazaars, handicraft shops and local restaurants. The city also bears traces of local culture and lifestyle; the local people, who keep the Berber tradition alive, offer visitors a warm welcome. Chefchaouen’s unique blue atmosphere and natural beauty have made this city one of Morocco’s most appealing and unforgettable destinations. After our tour, we depart for Tangier. Upon arrival, we check into our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 Tangier – Gibraltar – Istanbul (SAW)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we check out of the hotel with our belongings and begin our Tangier tour. During our Tangier tour, we will admire the Strait of Gibraltar, then see the famous Hercules Cave from a panoramic viewpoint, and after visiting Tangier’s historic bazaar, we will proceed to Tangier Airport. Following the baggage and ticket procedures, we will depart for Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 17.00 on Air Arabia Airlines flight 3O528. Arrival at 23.30 local time and the end of our tour.
What's Included
Services Included in the Price;
- Air ticket with Air Arabia Airlines between Istanbul (Saw) – Casablanca // Tangier – Istanbul(Saw),
- Airport Taxes
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers
- 7 Nights Half-Board Accommodation in 3*/ 4* hotels, including 6 nights + 1 night camping in the Desert,
- Tours of Marrakech, Essaouira, the Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, the Sahara Desert, Ifrane, Fez, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Rabat, and Casablanca
- Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
Services Not Included in the Price;
- International Departure Fee
- Travel Health Insurance
- Majorelle Garden + Bahia Palace Entrance + Film Studios + Tourist City Taxes + Jeep and Camel Safari Tour - 175 Euros (To be paid to the guide on the first day of the tour.)
- Guide and Driver Tips
Important Notes:
• A passport valid for 6 months, covering at least the minimum duration of this tour, is required.
• LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol.
• During registration, the name as stated in the passport, date of birth, and passport number must be entered into the system. Airline tickets are issued according to this information. No-show fees for flight ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests.
• The city where the aircraft lands may vary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for schedule changes or possible delays caused by airlines.
• Airline rules apply to group tickets, and according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
• The general baggage allowance for flights departing from Türkiye is 20Kg’s. This allowance may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. This allowance may decrease to 15 Kg’s on domestic flights in the countries visited. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of LİDYA TOUR.
• If the number of people participating in the package tour is insufficient, the consumer will be informed of the tour cancellation 20 days in advance.
• The tour route specified in the tour program is an example route and changes may be made to the tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day/days depending on the arrival time in the city. The excursions specified in the programs may, at the discretion of the guide, be conducted on another day for any reason, instead of the specified day/days.
• City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day/days depending on the arrival time in the city.
• The excursions specified in the programs may, at the discretion of the guide, be conducted on another day for any reason, instead of the specified day/days.
• Extra tours can be conducted with a minimum participation of 20 people; if participation is lower, they may be conducted at the discretion of the guide and, if necessary, with price changes. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be conducted.
• Extra tours along the route will take place provided that at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be asked to wait at the rest stop.
• Excursions or tours that local authorities do not permit for any reason will not take place. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be conducted.
• Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites are not included in the prices.
• In last-minute reservations, if it proves difficult to find availability for entrance tickets to the Majorelle Gardens according to the season in the region, the entrance fee will be refunded during the tour.
• LİDYA TOUR reserves the right to change hotel names, provided that the star category remains the same.
• All hotel names, etc. (and similar) specified in the programs are written as examples in terms of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the hotel with the stated name.
• In rooms for 3 people, an extra bed is provided; the 3rd bed is smaller than a standard bed and / or is an additional folding bed.
• When children under the age of 18 who are not legally adults do not participate in the tour with one or both of their parents, they are required to carry the consent forms necessary for participation in the tour with them during the journey.
• In the event of cancellation or changes, the “LİDYA TOUR Sales Agreement” shall apply.