Marrakech
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Lose yourself in this enchanting city of flavor and fragrance. Explore narrow passages of the souk in the medina where you’ll have to share lanes with donkeys and motor bikes as you haggle for the best of Moroccan souvenirs if it’s spices, carpets, ceramics, Argan oil, or a comfy pair of babouches (slippers). Spend the day enjoying a cultural tour of ancient palaces and tombs or museums and gardens. Resting at the foot of the glorious Atlas mountains, Marrakech is a diverse melting pot of indigenous Berber civilization blended with expats from all over the world. It is as delicious and flavorful as the signature Moroccan tagine. Tantalize all of your senses with a Truly Morocco visit to Marrakech, where many tours begin and end.
Activities:
Djemma el fna night bazaar • Medina • Souk • Saadian Tombs • Bahia Palace • Jardin Majorelle • Hot Air Balloon rides • Cooking Classes • Great restaurants • Hookah • Hamam
Casablanca
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The commercial and financial hub of Morocco and often the entry point, this city is best visited without a car as traffic congestion is a real concern. The Hassan II mosque is the only one in country where non-muslims are welcome and your time here would be incomplete without a visit. An art-deco architecture tour is another highlight of this French colonial urban center as are cocktails and dinner at Rick’s Cafe as depicted in the famous film, Casablanca.
Activities:
Hassan II Mosque • Financial epicenter • Rick's Cafe • Shopping • Seaside boardwalks • Sunset Coastal Boat Cruise
Fes
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Possibilities abound in this tantalizing city of dizzying diversity where past and present co-exist among scholars, artisans, vagabonds and everything in between. Visit UNESCO’s Fez-el-Bali souk in the old medina, a labyrinthine maze where you will be transported back in time to medieval days where centuries of Moroccan heritage is on display, including the confounding working tannery. The famous blue gate of Bab Boujeloud ushers in a sense of history and architecture leading to the mosque with it’s green tiled minaret and the oldest known university in the world. A must-see on your Truly Morocco tour.
Activities:
Medina • Souks • Mosques • Chaouwara Tanneries • Art Naji - ceramics studio and shop • Palaces • Museums • Cooking Classes
Tangier
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Located on the Straight of Gibraltar and the Mediterranean coast, Tangier is the gateway to Europe with many swift ferry crossings per day making it an easy day trip from Spain. While here shop the souks, sip mint tea on the square in any of the myriad cafes and take a promenade - it is the beach after all. While a great deal of effort is being made to make this historic port town a world-renowned modern destination it boasts historical influences of the Spaniards, Portuguese, Romans, Arabs and others. Spend a little time exploring caves and a lighthouse or channel your inner Beatnik!
Activities:
Port on the Straight of Gibraltar • Beaches • Medina • Souks • Cap Spartel Lighthouse • Hercules Caves
Chefchaouen
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Arguably the most charming and beautiful Moroccan village awash with varying shades of sky blue nestled among the lush and wild poppy fields of the Rif Mountains. Artsy, even hippyish, this old Andalusian town, where Spanish is still spoken, is popular with hikers and backpackers and those wishing a more laid back vibe. Find inner peace and your free spirit as an easy day trip from either Fes or Tangier. Not to be missed as part of your Truly Morocco visit.
Activities:
Photography • Souks • Medina • Venture to “pot valley”• Hiking
Essaouira
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Escape the heat and bustle of Marrakech for this quaint seaside port where fishing and boat making are still the mainstay. Enjoy surfing, windsurfing or a harbor cruise. Take it easy and stroll along the beach or ramparts and browse galleries, shop for local handicrafts in the medina or catch the weekly fish auction. Can be enjoyed as a day trip from Marrakech or as part of your Truly Morocco experience.
Activities:
Surfing • Kite-surfing • Fishing • Horseback riding • Wine Tasting • Quad rentals
Meknes
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Exhibiting splendid and grand Moorish architecture, Meknes is one of Morocco’s Imperial Cities and an easy day trip from Fes. One of the larger cities, it’s situated in the heart of a bountiful agricultural area and has long been considered Morocco’s food basket. Neighboring Volubilis is an ancient Roman town where you can journey back to the 3rd century and the most important archaeological site in Morocco.
Activities:
Visit the roman ruins of Volubilis • Souks • Medina
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