Within the labyrinth of the Medina (Old Town), you will find Marrakech's colorful souks (open-air markets). These souks are among Morocco s most famous and display colorful and richly varied wares. Shops for hand-crafted slippers, traditional woodwork, brass, iron and bronze artcraft, jewellery, kaftans, carpets, spices and pottery.
At the heart of the Medina is Marrakech's most famous square * Djemaa El Fna square* .Here acrobats, snake charmers and Gnawa musicians offer an astonishing show and you can taste some authentic Moroccan cuisine as well. UNESCO has made DJEMAA EL FNA SQUARE as Masterpiece of World Heritage.
Why book this activity
* You will be Be transported to another world when you visit the old Medina of marrakech
* You can stroll in the endless maze of streets and visit some of the bustling hustling souks
* Meet the street entertainers and sample the authentic cuisine in the irea around Djdemaa el Fna
* The tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle and you will be accompanied by an expert guide.
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Marrakech and taken to the Medina where the tour takes place.
your itinerary will be as follows:
- 1500h (3:00pm): Visit the Medersa Ben Youssef. This Islamic school dates back to the 16th century and used to be the most important coranic school in the whole Maghreb.
- 1530h (3:30pm): Meet a traditional herbalist and see a presentation of the various spices that are used in the Moroccan healing system.
- 1600h (4:00pm): Walk in the Medina and discover the colorful and exotic Moroccan handicrafts. Explore the market, which is divided into smaller souks*sections* according to goods which are sold. This grand labyrinth features hand-made Moroccan goods such as babouche slippers, woodworks, brass work, ironwork, bronze work, jewellery, kaftans, carpets, spices, and pottery. You will also be able to visit the best galleries for leather, antiques, and hand crafted gold jewellery.
- 1730h (5:30pm): Enjoy strolling in the world-famous Djemaa El Fna square, Marrakechs most popular tourist attraction. This bustling square is listed by UNESCO as a "Masterpiece of World Heritage". Snake charmers, acrobats, dancers, storytellers make it a lively hub of so many activities of entertaining .
- 1800h (6:00pm): Your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel or riyad
Price:
Duration: 1/2 Day Tour
Fixed Price
45.00 Euros up to 10 people (4 hours max)
Total Cost: 45.00 Euros
Deposit payable now: 5.00 Euros
The balance of 40.00 Euros is payable in cash on meeting your tourist guide.
Marrakech Palaces and Monuments Tour - (1/2 Day Tour)
* Plunge into the history, art and culture of the delightful city Marrakech on this captivating, colorful tour.
* Photograph the magnificent Koutoubia mosque with its great square tower and shining copper globes.
* Hear the strange tale of the serene Saadian Tombs with their mosaics, brilliantly colored tiles and delicate carvings. And relive the atmosphere of a glorious age in the exquisite rooms and gardens of the Bahia Palace.
* See an enchanting display of arts and crafts in a the old medina .
Why book this activity
- A great introduction to Marrakechs most famous landmarks
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace
- The tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle and you will be accompanied by an expert guide
Itinerary
For your delightful half-day tour you will be picked up at 0830 hours (08:30am) from your hotel or riyad in Marrakech.
You will set out in an air-conditioned vehicle with your guide to explore some of the most fascinating parts of Marrakech. The tour takes 3½ hours and covers around 50km (30 miles).
Formerly an imperial city and important hub for camel caravans, Marrakech nestles near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. Because of the rich ochre color of its buildings, it is often known as the 'Red City'.
You will have a 5-minute photo-stop at the great Koutoubia Mosque, the largest in Marrakech and a fine example of Hispano-Moorish architecture. The square tower (minaret) is 69 m (221 ft) in height and topped with four gleaming copper globes.
Your tour continues to the peaceful enclosure in the kasbah housing the Saadian Tombs. These fine 16th century tombs, beautifully decorated with colorful tiles, Arabic script and intricate carvings, were sealed up for hundreds of years and only rediscovered in 1917.
Next stop is the Moroccan Art Museum, a private museum in a charming Spanish-Moroccan house. You have around 30 minutes to view the excellent collection of basket work, jewellery and textiles.
You continue to the delightful Bahia Palace, built at the end of the 19th century. Spend an hour here admiring the stunning stuccos, paintings, Islamic mosaics and coloured carved cedar wood roofs, and enjoying the Moorish-style pleasure gardens, planted with orange trees, cypress trees and jasmines.
Your tour ends around 1200h (12 noon). The vehicle will drop you off back at your hotel or riyad and if your accommodation is not a pick-up location, at the nearest possible point to your hotel.
Price:
Duration: 1/2 Day Tour
Fixed Price 45.00 Euros up to 10 people (3:30hours max)
Total Cost: 45.00 Euros
Deposit payable now: 5.00 Euros
The balance of 40.00 Euros is payable in cash on meeting your tourist guide.
Souks, Monuments, Palaces & more! - (Full Day Tour )
Discover the multiple facets of the legendary city of Marrakech, at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, on this discovery tour in Morocco. Marrakech is a heady mix of Arabic, Spanish and European influences. Its souks in the Medina are among the most famous in Morocco where one can buy almost anything.
Walk around the world-famous Djemaa el-Fna, overflowing with food stalls and entertainers, and savor the typical Moroccan atmosphere.
Towering at 70 metres high, the Koutoubia Minaret fuses classic Moroccan and Andalusian architectural styles. Explore the beautiful gardens, the mosque, tiled courts, and reception halls of the Bahia Palace.
See where Moroccan royalty was laid to rest at the 16th century Saadian Tombs, built in the Hispano-Moorish style by Saadian ruler, Ahmed the Golden.
Round off this memorable tour with an authentic Moroccan lunch in the heart of the bustling Medina.
Why book this activity
* Our Destination in a Nutshell products show you the very best of a city in just one day!
* Visit Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace
* Enjoy a typical Moroccan Tangine for lunch
* After lunch be transported to another world when you visit the Marrakech Medina; stroll the labyrinth of streets and visit some of the bustling souks
* Meet the street entertainers and sample authentic cuisine in the world-famous Djemaa el Fna
* The tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle and you will be accompanied by an expert guide
Itinerary
- 0830h (8:30am): You will be picked up from your hotel or riyad in Marrakech for this Marrakech in a Nutshell tour.
Set out in an air-conditioned bus with your guide for this sightseeing tour and have lunch in the old medina .
The breakdown of your itinerary is as follows:
- 0900h (9:00am): There will be a 5-minute photo stop at the foot of the Koutoubia Minaret . The Koutoubia is the largest mosque in Marrakech with a stunning 70 metre high minaret.
Following this, visit the Saadian Tombs, sealed up for centuries until they were rediscovered in 1917. The tombs date back to the time of the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur. There are two main mausoleums within the enclosure, consisting of 66 tombs while 100 more are laid outside in the gardens. Notice the wonderful Hispano-Moorish architecture that surrounds the burial ground of the royal family.
- 0930h (9:30am): Explore the Private Museum of Marrakech, belonging to the Omar Benjelloun Foundation, in the medina. Housed in a classical Andalusian building, with fountains in the central courtyard, museums collections includes historical books, coins, Moroccan, Jewish and Berber pottery.
- 1000h (10:00am): Visit the 19th century Bahia Palace, surrounded by beautifully-manicured gardens filled with sweet-smelling flowers and fruit trees. The aristocratic palace has beautifully painted residential rooms and a lush Moorish style garden in the courtyard.
- 1200h (12:00noon): The tour will stop for lunch where you can have a variety of Tagines, kefta (chopped meat), chicken couscous, Tfaya with beans and fruits of the season. After lunch, enjoy some time for leisure here.
- 1500h (3:00pm): Visit the Medersa Ben Youssef. This Islamic school dates back to the 16th century and used to be the most important such institution in the whole Maghreb.
- 1530h (3:30pm): Meet a traditional herbalist and see a presentation of the various spices that are used in the Moroccan healing system.
- 1600h (4:00pm): Walk in the Medina and discover the colorful and exotic Moroccan handicrafts. Explore the market, which is divided into smaller souks according to goods sold. This grand labyrinth features hand-crafted Moroccan good such as babouche slippers, woodworks, brass works, ironworks, bronze works, jewellery, kaftans, carpets, spices, and pottery. You will also be able to visit the best galleries for leather, antiques and hand crafted gold jewellery.
- 1730h (5:30pm): Enjoy strolling in the world-famous Djemaa El Fna square, Marrakechs most popular tourist attraction. This bustling square is listed by UNESCO as a "Masterpiece of World Heritage". Snake charmers, acrobats, dancers, storytellers make it a lively hub of activities.
- 1800h (6:00pm): Your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the closest drop-off point in Marrakech.
Price:
Duration: Full Day
Fixed Price 65.00 Euros up to 10 people (6 hours max)
Total Cost: 65.00 Euros
Deposit payable now: 7.00 Euros
The balance of 59.00 Euros is payable in cash on meeting your tourist guide.
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