Come and inspire yourself in this diverse and culturally colourful adventure! A true and magical experience of Morocco, with a unique touch of Aya & Isaac.
KOSHER
THE GLORIOUS MOROCCO & SAHARA DESERT TOUR
14 days: March 7th - March 20th, 2022
DAY 1
MONDAY March 7th
Welcome to Marrakech
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakesh
Arriving to Marrakech – Transfer to the Hotel.
Welcome Dinner in our hotel.
DAY 2
TUESDAY March 8th
Full Day Marrakech
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakech
After a typical Moroccan breakfast you will get to discover the old city of the Magical Marrakech. First we will visit the Medina, which consists of intertwining narrow passageways and charming little shops where you can buy meaningful trinkets and souvenirs.
Here, you will also find the former Jewish Quarter of the Melach which really captures the original and historic vibrancy of Jewish society in this City. We will learn about the Jewish cemetery before visiting Lazama Synagogue which used to be the main synagogue in Marrakech and one of the only ones open to the public today. Explore the remnants of Jewish communal buildings and soak in the history of the Jewish culture of Marrakech. We will then visit the brilliant Bahia Palace, one of the major masterpieces of Moroccan architecture and walk around the famous market where we will see some artisan workshops that do not exist anymore in the world.
DAY 3
WEDNESDAY March 9th
Essaouira Tour
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakech
A two and half hour drive from Marrakech will bring us to the village/Port of Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, a historic fort and fishing port. It is known as one of the most popular excursions departing from the busy and bustling city of Marrakech. Take a break and enjoy the traditional culture and character of this quiet medieval seaside town of Essaouira, visit the tomb and synagogue of the great Rabbi Pinto, before exploring the beautiful Medina (City Center/Market). Lunch will be served in one of the fish Restaurants on the beach. The tour picks up again as we move to the village of Chichaoua where you can stretch your legs and learn about the famous Moroccan Argan oil cooperatives. As we head back to the hotel you can relax from the day’s adventure knowing you will soon be spoiling yourselves in our hotel’s pool and spa. Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 4
THURSDAY March 10th
Day tour of the 4 Valleys
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakech
Today 4X4 jeeps will drive us up to the Atlas Mountains and visit the 4 valleys that make the region famous: Ourika Valley, Asni Valley, Sidi Fares Valley and Oukaimeden Valley. You’ll also experience traditional Berber culture and a magnificent hike in nature. We will arrive back at our hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 5
FRIDAY March 11th
Marrakech FULL DAY
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakech
Today we will have the opportunity to visit the modern city of Marrakech.
Our visit will start with the famous Yves Saint Laurent Gardens and the museum. Then, we will continue to some special shops in the new city as well as meeting with Mr. Jacky Kadosh the president of Marrakech Jewish community and who is very close to the King. After hearing his story and a light lunch you will have a chance to visit the Market again or to enjoy the Hotel SPA before Shabbat. In the late afternoon we will head back to the Hotel and get
ready for an authentic Synagogue experience, before Shabbat Dinner with a local Jewish Family.
*Subject for availability
DAY 6
SATURDAY March 12th
Shabbat In Marrakech
Overnight: 5 ★ Sofitel Lounge and Spa Hotel, Marrakech
Today we will enjoy a relaxed Shabbat, Shacharit and Kiddush, followed by a typical Morrocan Shabbat lunch in our Hotel. In the afternoon we will have a chance to relax by the Hotel pool and Spa or to enjoy a relaxing walking tour in the Shuk (Market). In the evening, following Seuda III, we will visit the busy and Magical Square of “Jemma El Fna.” Jemma El Fna is the main square of Marrakech; you will be delighted by everything it offers from snake charmers to acrobats – from
musicians to artists. You will be mesmerized by a unique experience that you will never forget. Lunch and Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 7
SUNDAY March 13th
Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
(196 KM about 4 hr. drive)
Overnight: 5 ★ Berbere Palace Hotel Ouarzazate
Today we start our exciting Journey to the Sahara Desert! A drive across the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, one of the mountain roads of the High Atlas peaks, over 2100 meters above sea level, making the way to the ancient village of Ait Benhaddou. This fortified yet charming Moroccan village was declared amongst the country’s eight world heritage sites. Ait Benhaddou is even more famous for being a backdrop for many Hollywood movies including “Aladdin” and the famous cable series “Game of Thrones.” Continuing on, we visit the Kasbah of Taourirt, a beautiful and well-preserved construction that houses many heroic statues and is home to a unique cinematographic arts museum. After a full day of activities, you will be relieved to arrive at our beautiful hotel for dinner.
DAY 8
MONDAY March 14th
Day tour through Todra Gorge, Tamtouchte, and Imlilchil
followed by a night at Our Private Sahara Luxury Camp –
(369 KM about 5.30 hrs drive)
Overnight: 5 ★ – Sahara Luxury Camp – Sahara Desert
On our second day of the Sahara Desert adventure, we will drive to the Todra Gorge, and up to the villages of Ait Hani, Tamtouchte and Imlilchil. Experience the awe inspiring Todra Gorge with its impressive cliffs rising dramatically up to 300mtrs and divided by the narrowest of corridors. After lunch we will make our way to Marzuga. We’ll cross the dunes and admire the beautiful landscapes of the Sahara Desert. Our 4×4 jeeps will be waiting to take us to our private Luxury
Sahara camp. Come nightfall, you’ll be enveloped by a traditional desert
welcome, taking lodging in a rustic luxurious Berber tent. Let the adventurer in you go dune sandboarding and quad biking through the desert. Here, you’ll spend the night where you will take in the desert silence in our luxury tents.
Enjoy an authentic and classical Moroccan dinner around the campfire with traditional music and engage with your fellow travelers in a percussion circle before falling asleep under a blanket of desert stars.
DAY 9
TUESDAY March 15th
Erfoud & Fez – PRIVATE LUXURY FLIGHT
Overnight: 5 ★ Hotel Sahrai or Riad Fez
Before breakfast we will ride on our camels for a brisk ride of the dunes. Here, we will watch a breathtaking Sunrise and appreciate the blessings of a New day. We will return to camp for a proper Desert Berber Breakfast and make our way back to civilization. On our way to the Errachidia airport, where our private Jet will wait for us, we will make a short visit to the village of Erfoud and learn about the fossils. We will enjoy our luxurious private flight to Fez. Freshen up in our hotel in Fez before exploring some of the ancient market. Wonderful dinner will follow in our Hotel.
DAY 10
TUESDAY March 16th
FEZ
Overnight: 5 ★ Hotel Sahrai or Riad Fez
The day will be devoted to the Jewish history of Fez. The golden age of the Jewish community of Fez lasted from the 9th to 11th century. Once a thriving community of some 22,000 Jews in 1947, there are less than 100 Jews today. The city, however, is still rich in Jewish memories, Synagogues and a Jewish Cemetery. We will visit the two Synagogues and the Mikveh, we will also take a walking tour through the magnificent Jewish Cemetery, where many big Tzadikim are buried, and to this day thousands of Jewish and Muslims pilgrimages visit . A walking tour in the Medina and the Kasbah will follow, where you will be able to enjoy the smells, colors and atmosphere of this wonderful city of Fez. Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 11
THURSDAY March 17th
Maknez and Valobelis
Overnight: 5 ★ Hotel Sahrai or Riad Fez
After breakfast, we will visit the Imperial City of Meknes known as the ‘Moroccan Versailles’. We will visit the King’s stable and the center of the city with its famous gate. Next, a short drive will bring us to the archaeological sites of Volubilis and Explore the hillside settlements of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun and admire second and third Century Roman ruins at the UNESCO Site. In the early afternoon we will arrive back in Fez to enjoy some more time at the Ancient Market or enjoy the great SPA of our Hotel. Dinner in our Hotel
DAY 12
FRIDAY March 18th
Rabat and Casablanca
Overnight: 5 ★ 5* Four Seasons, Casablanca
After Breakfast we will embark to the Capital City of Rabat, a tour of the “Kasbah of Oudayas” will be our first stop before visiting the mausoleum of King Mohammed the V. We will visit the Jewish quarter of Rabat before making our way to Casablanca, where we will arrive at our Luxury Hotel where we will spend a relaxing Weekend. Relax afternoon in the Hotel, Kabalat Shabat in the close by Synagogue before Shabbat. Shabat and Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 13
SATURDAY March 19th
SHABBAT: Casablanca
Overnight: 5 ★ Four Seasons, Casablanca
A relaxed Shabbat in our Hotel. Synagogue Kiddush and Lunch. In the late afternoon, after a relaxing day, we will have an activity before Seudah III & Havdalah. After Shabbat, we will depart to a Casablanca luxurious night club for a drink. Dinner in our Hotel.
DAY 14
SUNDAY March 20th
Casablanca
Once breakfast is over , we will commence our visit in Casablanca starting with the famous Muhamad II Mosque, followed by a short visit to the Jewish museum (if time permits) and then our bus transfer to the airport for our 16:00 flight back home.
PRICE: $9000
per person based on a couple sharing a room.
Single Supplement $2500
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
- All accommodation costs: 5* Luxury Hotels
- Mashgiach Temidi
- Kosher Breakfasts, light lunches and full evening meals, wine included
- All land transport costs
- Private Jet flight between Errachidia and Fez
- Entrance fee to the monuments specied in the itinerary and all activities
- Local English-speaking guides
- Aya Massias as tour Leader
COSTS NOT INCLUDED:
- International Flights
- Travel & Health Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Air Balloon ride – Can be added for one of Marrakech’s days
- Tips for local service providers. $250 will be collected on arrival