Culinary Morocco Tours
15th April to 24th April 2024.....Taking Reservations
10th to 18th September 2024.....Taking Reservations
10 days
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£2,550 per person when sharing.
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£2,750 solo travellers
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Luxury delux travel
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Flights included
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4 nights Marakech
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4 nights in Esssaouira
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1 night in Agafaye Dessert
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Wine tasting
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Cooking class
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Guided visits
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Pay by installments
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19 Meals included
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One of the best ways to really get to know a destination is through its food and drink. Let us take you on a hand crafted tasting adventure.
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 - Mon 15th April 2024
Marrakech
Flight Details:
6.25am Gatwick - 10.10am Marrakech
Travel into the heart of Marrakech for Dinner and overnight stay at the 5 star hotel Kenzi Menara Palace
Day 2 - Tues 16th April 2024
Marrakech
After breakfast, the day will start with a visit to Majorelle Gardens , bought by the late French fashion designer , Yves St Laurent in 1980. This is a psychedelic desert mirage of 300 plant species from 5 continents, and at its heart is the Majorelle’s electric-blue deco studio, showcasing a rich panorama of Morocco’s indigenous inhabitants, the Berbers, through displays of about 600 artifacts . YSL’s memorial is in the gardens . After this visit , we return to the Kenzi Menara Palace and maybe spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool .
In the evening discover the incredible flavors of Marrakech with our one-of-a-kind Street Food Tour. Step off the beaten path and explore the hidden streets where locals gather to enjoy mouthwatering Moroccan cuisine. This tour is all about connecting with the heart of the city and immersing yourself in its rich culture . We want to make Marrakech feel like your own city, so we will take you to taste amazing dishes that regular tourists miss out on .Depending on your appetite , we will try between 5-8 delicious food from various parts of Medina . Get ready to indulge in a unique culinary adventure that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and memories .
Day 3 - Wed 17th April 2024
Essaouira
After finishing breakfast at the hotel, we will check out and head towards the town of Ounagha. The total drive time to the vineyard at Val d’ Argan is between 2 to 3 hours depending on traffic. Our first stop on route will be at chichaoua for a coffee break. This place is known for its exquisite hand made carpets made by local Berber women. The next stop will be at the Argan Oil cooperative where you can see the best quality Argan oil being made for use on the skin as well as culinary uses. After this, we will head out for our wine tasting lunch which will take approximately two to three hours. There will be an opportunity to buy some rare Moroccan wines to bring back with us during this visit.
From here, we will head to the beautiful coastal town of Essaouira. We will check into Hotel Medina Essaouria. You will have a free evening to rest and recover from the journey.
Day 4 - Thurs 18th April 2024
Essouira
After breakfast, we will head out for a guided tour of Essouira . This will be followed by a grazing seafood late afternoon lunch/ early dinner.
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Day 5 - Fri 19th April 2024
Essouira
After breakfast, we will leave you free to explore the town on your own and absorb some of the local culture. We will meet around 3 pm and head to the local markets for some food shopping. We will take this to a local Riad where the hosts will cook dinner with us.
Day 6 - Sat 20th April 2024
Agafaye dessert
After breakfast, we will say good bye to Essaouira ad head towards the Agafaye dessert. Here we will spend the night in the Agafaye dessert luxury camp. Enjoy Moroccan tea and explore the dessert in the day. In the evening , dinner will be served under the stars with magnificent views of the desert landscape and heady dining areas.
You can relax around the pool with drinks and chill late into the night.
Day 7 - Sun 21st April 2024
Marrakech
After breakfast, we will return to our hotel in Marrakech. You will have a free day to rest and recover. In the evening we will head out to La Maison Arabe for a cookery class dinner.
Day 8 - Mon 22nd April 2024
Marrakech
After breakfast, we leave for the beautiful, refreshing Ourika Valley, for a very different cooking experience with the villagers, followed by lunch.
We spend the entire day in the valley and return to our hotel for a relaxing evening with hammam, spa and henna.
Day 9 - Tue 23rd April 2024
Marrakech
After breakfast, we rest and pack our bags for our return.
In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner in the fabulous Dar Es Salam. One of Marrakech’s best Moroccan restaurants. Its exquisite interior is breathtaking. The evenings entertainment includes a live trio, belly dancers and tray dance.
