Casablanca–Meknes/Fez–Chefchouen
travel to the tanneries of Fez to the ‘Blue Pearl’ Chefchouen
Casablanca–Meknes/Fez–Chefchouen… location specific copy (SELL THE BUY-IN)
Come spend nine-days with us in the bustling international cities of Casablanca, where meeting the Imam of the iconic Hassan II Mosque is a distinct possibility. Marvel at the Casablanca Cathedral, visit the Casablanca Port and buy the fresh catch of the day and have a local vendor prepare it for you. Perhaps the King’s Palace or Mohammed V Square with their ornate artisan craftmanship suits your fancy. Experience the medina, Old Casablanca or some street performers along the shoreline at The Corniche.
Departing from Casablanca, we head north to the cities of Fez/Meknes, and Volubilus, where you’ll walk amongst ancient Roman ruins. We’ll explore Fez, the oldest ( 789 AD) major city in Morocco and home to the Chouara Tannery, which dates back to the 11th century. Moreover, Fez boasts some amazing and ancient architecture including a myriad of mosques, minarets, madrasas, bridges and the Marinid tombs.
From Fez, we’ll venture further north and into the Rif Mountains, to arrive at the “Blue Pearl,” Chefchouen -MORE-
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ITINERARY
DAY 1 Casablanca orientation, stroll
Airport pickup
In-Country Paperwork ASSUME 2:30p local time)
Currency Conversion
Apartment Check In (Berrchid apartment)
Camel Market OPT: Lunch at Squala (traditional modern Moroccan food)
Ain Diab Mosque Hassan II (Imam opportunity)
Drive / Orientation (city and surrounding suburbs)http://rjdev.rjdesignonline.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=337&action=edit#save
Dinner (heart of Casablanca cultural restaurant; Istanbul kafta sandwich)
Fast Food Kazoum, trad. Moroccan Tuna sandwich
? Dusk photo op; shoreline, Ain Diab Moulah=saint (worship Saint of Casablanca
Detailed discussions regarding trip, sites, locations
Hassan II Mosque at night
REST: tomorrow to Marrakech
DAY 2 Casablanca Hassan II Mosque
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? Pre-dawn photo op
Breakfast 8am Sqala
Ain Diab drive out (photo ops)
Travel to Marrakech (est: 2hrs.)
Cultural Introduction with your personal guide, Nazim
Arrive Marrakech
Lunch (mechoui (lamb on skewer in pit), tangia,
Explore Jemaa el Fnaa, (m0nkies, snakes, henna)
Café de France coffee break or Moroccan tea (Regroup, discussions)
Explore Souk?
Photography ops / discussions / Personal time
? Dusk photo op
General discussions ( file & image management )
DAY 3 Meknes–Volubilis (Roman ruins)
? Pre-dawn photo op
Breakfast 8am
Daily Cultural Brief
Volubilis (Roman ruins) UNESCO World Heritage Site
Horse drawn carriage (Qoochi)
Lunch – Tangia
Marrakech Boulevard – Gueliz
Souks (market places ) Jemaa el Fna
Walking tours
Souk visit at Sunset Photo op / Coffee
General Discussions
DAY 4-5 Fez – Chouara tannery
? Pre-dawn photo op
Breakfast 8am
Daily Cultural Brief
Travel day
Quick Breakfast
Day 4:
Mecchoui (lamb on a stick )
Ourika (Landscape / Optional ?)
Day 5:
? Ourzazate (Dessert ) Sunrise Shots
Merzuga Dessert (Photo Ops ) Camels / Tents
? Overnight Stay (Dessert Tent Accommodations)
? Dusk photo op
General discussions ( file & image management )
DAY 6-7 Chefchouen
Travel from Ourzazate to Marrakech
Day 6:
? Pre-dawn photo op
Breakfast 8am
Daily Cultural Brief
Photo ops during travel route
? Dusk photo op
General discussions ( file & image management )
Day 7:
Rest / Recoup day
DAY 8 Chefchouen
Travel to Ribat (Capital )
? Pre-dawn photo op
Breakfast 8am
Daily Cultural Brief
Visit Coastal Souk (market place)
? Return to Casablanca
? Dusk photo op
General discussions ( file & image management )
DAY 9 Casablanca depart
Departure / Transport to Airport
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TRIP DETAILS
Team Leaders: Ali Alghoul, Nazim Belkhirat, Rick Johnson
Dates: September 01 – September 10, 2022
Cost: $4,650 (sharing)
Single Supplement: $1,800
Arrival & Departure City: Marrakech
What’s Included?
Guides
Accommodations Based on Double Occupancy ***
Complimentary Bottled Drinking Water Throughout Your Safari
All Park Fees
Services of Professional Drivers
Briefings and photographic instruction Throughout Your Trip
Land Transportation in a Customized, 4-Wheel Drive Safari Vehicle
Airport Transfers
Baggage Handling
Sponsorship Goody-Bag (ex: carrybag, blower, cloth, speciality items, creams, water bottle, first aid kit, burner-cell phone)
Personalized Fine Art Hardcover Photo book (40 pages of your best images)
24″ x 36″ Print?
What is Not Included?
International Round-Trip Flight to Morocco
Fees for Passport, Visa, or Immunizations
Cost of medical insurance (required. We can assist with this)
Laundry, Phone, Internet, and Items of a Personal Nature
Tips for Guides, Drivers, and Camp Staff *est $40
*we encourage gathering some moderately priced items such as, t-shirts, flip-flops, pens, pencils, crayons, hats, etc. as gifts for locals of your choosing as a simple act of goodwill/cultural offering
This pdf file download here provides additional and specifically detailed information including; itinerary, questionnaire, personal effects, gear, terms & conditions, and insurance coverage, etc…
