Flights

Please note that while we are dedicated to facilitating every aspect of your travel experience, we do not handle flight bookings for our customers. However, we are more than happy to offer recommendations and assistance to ensure you find the best flights to complement your itinerary. Feel free to reach out to us for guidance and support in arranging your flights, and we’ll gladly assist you in making the most suitable arrangements for your journey.

Guide

In our service, we deliver more than mere transportation; we provide our customers with an immersive journey guided by skilled professionals every mile of the way. Your devoted driver, who doubles as a tour guide, is proficient in English, French, and Spanish, ensuring seamless communication and insightful commentary throughout your adventure. They’ll be your companion, not only ensuring your safety but also offering enriching perspectives on Morocco’s varied landscapes and cultural richness. Moreover, in cities such as Casablanca, Rabat, Fes and Marrakech, we arrange for seasoned local guides to lead you through the intricate alleyways and hidden treasures, allowing for a deeper exploration of each destination’s essence. With our experienced team at your service, every moment of exploration is destined to be profound and unforgettable.

Insurance

We offer transportation insurance as part of our services to ensure a secure journey for our customers. However, it’s essential to note that comprehensive travel insurance is not included in our packages. We strongly advise all travelers to arrange their own travel insurance policies to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances and provide additional peace of mind throughout their trip.

Accommodation

Unless a specific accommodation is requested, we carefully curate and recommend a selection of the finest 3-star or 4-star authentic stays throughout your journey. From quintessential Moroccan lodging nestled within bustling medinas to charming hotels and riads exuding local charm, each establishment offers a unique experience reflective of the region’s culture and heritage. In the Sahara Desert, we provide accommodations ranging from Kasbahs to Berber-style tents, complete with private baths, hot water, and exemplary service, all while adhering to sustainable management practices. Daily breakfast is included. For those opting for our Desert Camp experience, we feature spacious walk-in tents adorned with traditional Berber-style bedding or sleeping pads, ideal for two or more persons. Detailed information regarding accommodations will be provided upon completion of your booking, ensuring a seamless and tailored experience for your journey.

Optional

As part of our dedication to responsible tourism, we’re thrilled to introduce our "Give Back" initiative, an integral aspect of our commitment to positively impact communities during your journey through Morocco. We proudly endorse the admirable efforts of Ennajah Association and Chabab Time, two non-profit organizations devoted to uplifting Moroccan society. Ennajah Association, headquartered in Zagora, focuses on sustainable development by addressing school dropout rates among girls through initiatives such as providing transportation and vital water resources to the community. Meanwhile, Chabab Time, with operations spanning across Morocco from Rabat, actively promotes youth involvement in public affairs. Moreover, we encourage our travelers to contribute to our giving efforts by donating items such as medications, clothes, or other essentials. Additionally, we may extend our support to a local Berber school by providing supplies and small toys, bringing joy and making a tangible impact on children’s lives. We believe in offering you the chance to make a meaningful difference, nurturing genuine connections, and ensuring your visit leaves a positive imprint. As you bid farewell, you’ll carry with you cherished mementos of your adventure – carpets, Argan oil, lanterns, and treasured memories – but more significantly, you’ll leave behind a lasting legacy of support and solidarity for the communities you’ve had the privilege to touch.

Others

Eng, Fr, Spa-speaking professional driver/tour guide Shuttle from and to the airport Accommodation is organised at all stages of the tour City Guide: Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech and Fes Medina guided tour Private Transportation: 4wd or Minivan or Minibus Air-conditioned vehicle Visit to women’s cooperatives Toll road fees, fuel charges and all taxes Transport insurance An opportunity to give back and meet up with locals Camel ride in the desert Option: Some home-cooked dishes with local families, are available upon request and will be at the expense of the customer. Meals: Diner is included only in Merzouga Desert & Dades gorges Daily breakfast

Transport

At Morocco Social Impact Travel (MSITravels), we are dedicated to ensuring the utmost comfort and convenience for our esteemed clientele. Recognizing the diverse needs of our travelers and the unique requirements of each tour, we offer a comprehensive range of transportation services tailored to your preferences. Our commitment to excellence begins with our fleet of air-conditioned vehicles, which includes shuttle services to and from the airport, ensuring a hassle-free start and end to your journey. Additionally, we take care of all toll road fees, fuel charges, and taxes, sparing you from any unexpected expenses along the way. Whether embarking on adventurous off-road expeditions or exploring more conventional routes, our transportation options are designed to cater to your needs. From spacious 4-wheel drive vehicles ideal for small groups to 7-seater minivans, minibus options for larger groups of up to 17 travelers, and coaches for groups exceeding 17 passengers, we ensure a comfortable and seamless travel experience for all. For those seeking an authentic desert exploration, we also offer camel rides, allowing you to discover the vast expanse of the desert like a local nomad.

Meals

As part of our commitment to providing a memorable experience, we offer our customers a daily breakfast served at their accommodation. For dinner, we provide a unique dining experience under the stars in the serene settings of the desert and Dades Gorges. However, in bustling cities, we offer our guests the flexibility to choose their dining venues from a plethora of options available, though we are happy to offer recommendations upon request. For those seeking an authentic taste of Moroccan cuisine, we also arrange home-cooked meals, providing an opportunity to savor traditional dishes prepared with love by local families, enriching the cultural tapestry of your journey.

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Day 1 Casablanca Airport Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Casablanca Airport Arrival

Welcome to your roots ! it depends upon your time of arrival, you will be driven to your hotel/Riad to loosen up and have rest. You might like to to figure out some of casablaca’s sights, the architectural masterpiece, Hassan II Mosque that completed in the 90s, overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and has a retractable roof to let in sunlight, and one of few mosque that Jews are accorded the rare opportunity to enter.
Day 2 Casablanca City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Casablanca City Tour

This is your first day of pilgrimage tour of Jewish legacy in Morocco, Casablanca is a good place to start for a grounding pilgrimage tour of Jewish legacy, your most vivid memory will be of your visit to Beth El and Eim Habanim synagogues which are not the only Synagogues in Casablanca, then you move to the only Jewish museum in Islamic world, the Moroccan Judaism Museum where you’ll discover the Jewish-Berber costumes and jewelry, and you’ll find among its walls 2000-year history reflected on art, ornate clothing, religious relics and artifacts, besides a photo and video library, and rooms with partial reproductions of synagogues. This place was once, before renewing, serving as a Jewish orphanage. Carrying on our legacy discovery to the last Moroccan Jewish day school, Neve Shalom and Casablanca’s Jewish Mellah and Jewish Cemetery.You can have lunch in one of many kosher restaurant and later on at the afternoon you might like to have a drink in Tahiti Beach club that once was a local Jewish hangout.
Day 3 Casablanca – Azemmour – Essaouira
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Casablanca – Azemmour – Essaouira

You’ll have much time to explore Jimi Hendrix’s town, Afternoon, when you’re in Essaouira you’re free to roam in the city that was once and still a haven for hippie backpackers and Gnawa musicians. You can start your visit by the ramparts a series of forts that were built in the 15th century around the Medina of Mogador. Inside the Medina you’ll have the chance visit the Mellah where two-thirds of the population settled in the 19 century. Each year in Sept more than 2000 Jews from all over the world meet at the grave of Rabbi Chaim Pinto who was, in the 16th century Jewish cemetery, well-known by his ability to perform miracles.
Day 4 Essaouira – Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Essaouira – Marrakech

If you did not get to explore the sights of Essaouira the day before, you’ll be able to do it this morning before you leave east to Marrakech. it’s highly recommended to walk through the narrow alleyways of Essaouira where you will noticed the painted houses that still have the Star of David above the doorways of Jewish houses, besides, even in its boat-lined port, look up at the symbols carved out on the harbor’s gate. A Jewish star rests inside a scallop shell often associated with Christian pilgrims, next to Islam’s symbolic crescent moon. Although the number of permanent Jewish residents has dwindled, their marks don’t fade.
Day 5 Marrakech Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

You’ll have all day long to carry on your Morocco Jewish legacy cultural tour with you private guided tour as in other cities. You’ll be able to explore the famed Jamaa El-fnaa square and the highly recommended sites such as the newly opened Yves Saint Laurent Museum, the enchanting Majorelle garden and Berber Museum and the famed Jamaa El Fnaa square where the crazed cacophony of musicians, snake charmers, storytellers are performing. A visit to the narrow alleyways of the nearby Mellah is worth walking. Jewish stars punctuate doorposts leading to the tiny blue-and-white Lazama that was constructed by Jews escaping from Spain in 1492 and it’s recently opened for the public. Lazama synagogue has an interior courtyard and displays photographs and artifacts of Moroccan Jews. The tour also include The Saadiens Tombs and the Bahia and El Badi Palace.
Day 6 Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Valley Of Roses – Dades Gorges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Valley Of Roses – Dades Gorges

Around 8:00am your driver/tour guide will pick you up from the nearest point of your hotel/Riad. Through Tizi- N’Tichka pass (2260m) in the High Atlas Mountains, you will enjoy a snaky windy road (if you get car sick have your medication), beautiful landscapes with different colors and Berber villages along the way. The first pause will be in Ait Barka village. It will be around 10:00am to take beautiful pictures and have a cup of mint tea. It’s a point to start the highest Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The second pause will take place in the top of Tizi n’Tichka arriving to Ait Benhaddou, the 11th century UNESCO-protected red mud-brick ksar that has formed the backdrop for many Hollywood movies production such as Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth, Gladiator, Game of Thrones and many others. Here you will also have time to explore the history of this amazing heritage. Then you will have lunch before continuing via Ouarzazate, « Ouallywood » studio and Taourirte Kasbah. Traversing the valley of roses and daggers straight to Dades gorges a rust-red and mauve mountains. A series of crumbling Kasbahs and Ksours line the valley in the Berber villages to the monkey Fingers Mountains.
Day 7 Dades Gorges – Todgha Gorges – Tinejdad – Erfoud – Risani – Merzouga Desert
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Dades Gorges – Todgha Gorges – Tinejdad – Erfoud – Risani – Merzouga Desert

This morning, you head southeast towards Merzouga and the gateway into the golden dunes of the Sahara desert. Before getting there you’ll be stuck between gigantic rock walls and a hard place is a sublime experience in the Todgha gorges. Then it’s onward to Tinjdad where a local Berber culture museum is worth a lunch stop, later on after lunch we head to Arfoud where you can marvel at the million-year-old fossils that the area is famous for. Then it’s off to Merzouga that has the highest dunes in Morocco, you can store any luggage while packing an overnight bag to bring along. You’ll have the chance to ride your camel « ship of the desert » into the sandy seas. After hour-long camel ride you will be among the luckiest to watch the sun set over the Sahara dunes. Your stay for the night will be a Berber style tent.
Day 8 Merzouga Desert – Midelt – Ifran – Fes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Merzouga Desert – Midelt – Ifran – Fes

This morning you’ll wake up with the sun shining on you face to witness what we hope is a glorious sunrise among the dunes, meanwhile to watch the light creep slowly down the dunes and pull all the world around you outside their warmth heavy mound of blankets for an early-breakfast. After an hour-ride camel back out of the desert you will depart and head for Ifran through the Ziz Valley, among the largest producer oasis dates in Morocco. En route we will stop for lunch with a local family in Midelt. After lunch we will pass through the cedar forests of Ifran, the Switzerland of Morocco, if are lucky we’ll come across the Barbary macaques in our way to Fes where you can prepare for tomorrow’s amazing tour in its mysteries and secrets of the 9000 alleyways that make it a maze, do not panic the guide will show the must see sites.
Day 9 Fes Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fes Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

With your private Fes born and bred guide you will have the opportunity to discover the ancient breeding ground for scholars and artisans and the largest medina of the world. You will see the American Fondouk, Nejjarines, the Tanneries and Karaouine the most ancient university in the world. Your guide will shed light on many tales and history of this UNESCO-protected Medina. For jews is highly recommended to scout about the winding streets to the 1438 Morocco’s oldest Mellah with its Spanish inspired Jewish balconies and windows faced outward the streets. The Jewish quarter is also has a 17th century synagogues, Slat Al Fassiyine. In Addition to the Aben Danan Synagogue which has unique features, and Beit Hachaim the most famous resting place for rabbis, Local jews.
Day 10 Fes – Meknes – Fes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fes – Meknes – Fes

The lesser-visited Imperial city of Meknes is our 10th day visit. Today we will have the chance to see the famed gate Bab El Mansour, Dar Jamai Palace and Museum, the royal stables, Hedim square and Moulay Ismail tomb. Through the narrow lanes to the Mellah where the Jewish families used to live and to Jewish Zawiya where is the grave of Rabbi David Benmidan. 30 min driving away of Meknes is one of the earliest signs of Jewish existence is still struggling the age, Volubilus, a remarkable and fascinating archaeological site. A former Roman ruins Hidden among the intricate mosaics and rows of standing columns and building facades, excavators found a tombstone with Hebrew inscriptions dating back to the second century.
Day 11 Fes – Sefrou – Chefchaouen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fes – Sefrou – Chefchaouen

We say goodbye to city of Sophism, and drive south of Fes towards Sefrou « the little Jerusalem » as it known due to its high percentage of Jews. It was once a meeting point of traders from around the world. The town hosted among it walls the Jewish settlers present since the 13th century. Upon Morocco’s independence « Little Jerusalem’s » Mellah makes up half of the old city. If you want to discover more of the Mellah you might like to cross the Aggai’s river and walk through alleyways to get to large school, the synagogue, and a cemetery holding the tombs of important saints, merchants, and flood victims. When you finish your visit of the medina we will drive out of Fes to have a delicious local food in Lalla Fatiha’s house

In the afternoon your driver/guide will drive you towards the blue city where you’re goint to spend your night and visit it tomorrow morning
Day 12 Chefchaouen – Rabat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Chefchaouen – Rabat

From coastal towns to the south and getting to the north, you will spend this morning in Chefchaouen before leaving to Rabat. Chefchaouen or Chaouen or the blue city as it known internationally. It was a refuge for Muslim and Jews escaping from the Spanish Reconquista. The presence of Jews remains evident in vivid blue washed-walls of each house and corner of the city. The blue color that cover the walls is a Jewish tradition of weaving prayer shawls with tekhelel (an ancient natural blue dye) representing the sky, the sea and God’s inescapable presence. In addition to this a lot of people enjoy roam arbitrary in the city.
Day 13 Rabat City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Rabat City Tour

In every inch of Morocco you can catch the footprints of Morocco’s once vibrant Jewish life in glimpses. In Rabat you will have a free day to explore the city, first through the monumental Hassan tower with the pillared stumps of its mosque being all that remains from the earthquake of 1755. There is also the near-by Mausoleum of the royal family. And do not miss to walk through the passenger ways of the Medina and Mellah to have a cup of mint tea in red Oudayas, a walled village within a city.
Day 14 Rabat - Casablanca Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Rabat - Casablanca Departure

On your final day, as you bid farewell to Morocco, reflect on the enduring legacy of coexistence that shaped this land for centuries. From the bustling streets of Rabat, where remnants of Morocco’s vibrant Jewish community still echo through the Mellah and Medina, to the tranquil corners of the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum, each step resonates with the stories of ancestors who lived and thrived together in peace. Depart from Rabat and travel back to Casablanca Airport, where you bid farewell to the wonders and legacy of this beautiful country. Carry with you the essence of Morocco as you embark on your onward journey, cherishing the cultural tapestry and historical landmarks that have left a lasting impression on your soul.

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14 Days Morocco Jewish Legacy Cultural Tour

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Itinerary of your trip 14 Days Morocco Jewish Legacy Cultural Tour

Casablanca Airport Arrival

Casablanca City Tour

Casablanca – Azemmour – Essaouira

Essaouira – Marrakech

Marrakech Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Valley Of Roses – Dades Gorges

Dades Gorges – Todgha Gorges – Tinejdad – Erfoud – Risani – Merzouga Desert

Merzouga Desert – Midelt – Ifran – Fes

Fes Walk And Talk Medina Guided Tour

Fes – Meknes – Fes

Fes – Sefrou – Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen – Rabat

Rabat City Tour

Rabat - Casablanca Departure

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