Overview of the Sightseeing Marrakech City Tour
Discover the best of Marrakech on a 3-hour tour that will explain the sightseeing’s history and culture. First of all, start your discovery with the Mauritanean base of operation which should include; The Koutoubia Tower, an 11th century tower that is act as a minaret around the city. In addition, explore the rich and luxurious Bahia Palace-a skyscraper of Moroccan architecture of the second half of the nineteenth century-unwrap the secrets of the Saadian Tombs that attract attention of tourists due to the unique mosaics made of tiles and the ancient history of the sixteenth century.
Also, visiting Jemaa el Fna Square, which as a traditional Moroccan marketplace, the talking drums, singing and dancing performers, acrobats and other artists along with the smell of the oriental spices and colorful stalls selling Moroccan crafts. Furthermore, continue moving to the contemporary Marrakech as you are introduce to the classy Hivernage area then the Gueliz area, which is really a new face of Marrakech different from the old city areas.
Lastly, step into the healing waters at the Majorelle Gardens – famous for being a botanically rich domain and famous blue buildings belonging to the famous French painter Jacques Majorelle. Furthermore, do not forget to end your guided tour of Marrakech with an option of an adventurous trip to the Palmeraie; where, you could either go for a camel ride or an exciting quad biking tour right through this vast palm grove, located on the outskirts of the city.
Through out the Marrakech city tour, expect to be picked up and dropped off at your hotel or riad by a professional English speaking driver. Make sure to experience live the different stunning facets of Marrakech that perfectly combines the beauty of the Moroccan old world and the charm of a contemporary city.
Highlights of the Marrakech City Tour
Koutoubia Tower: Imposing of tower still standing above the Marrakech skyline built in the eleventh century.
Bahia Palace: A splendid piece of Victorian architecture exhibiting Moroccan elegance of the nineteenth century.
Saadian Tombs: Breathtaking_stained Glass Art and marvelous architecture of the 16th century.
Jemaa el Fna Square: Booming ticaret merkezi, neşeli ve hareketli bir kultur alanı oldu.
Hivernage and Gueliz: Old world charm verses the modern Moroccan sophisticates.
Majorelle Gardens: Serene sanctuary with bright azure buildings designed by Jacques Majorelle.
Palmeraie: Tropical desert village where you can ride on camels or perhaps go off-road in extreme quad biking.
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: Comfortable moving around with the aid of a driver who understands English for efficient sightseeing
Program of the Marrakech City Tour
Thus Marrakech was since long a refuge, to which southern tribes and the Berber people of the mountains and plains came to exchange goods and services, merrymaking and feasting. To visitors, it is a dream unfulfilled – a city of immediate attraction – the low red roofs and buildings against the great mountain ranges.
The Marrakech city tour you are about to take will enable you to see the main sights of Marrakech starting with the Koutoubia Tower, a gem from the 11th century. Explore the the Bahia Palace, a beautiful example of Moroccan architecture from the 19th century and the Saadian Tombs with beautiful tile work from the 16th century.
Then, explore the vividness of Jemaa el Fna Square that unlike other squares, it is not only an area but I consider it an arena where the acrobats, the drummers, musicians, dancers, storytellers and artists of Morocco perform day and night like living statues creating one of the world’s most mesmerizing show. Visit Hivernage for a close look at the more opulent face of Marrakech, and Gueliz, for a look at more modern face of Morocco’s fourth largest city.
Last but not least, relax in the Palmeraie where you can either have a camel ride or go for a thrilling quad tour admiring the beauty of this palm grove oasis.
Throughout your guided tour of Marrakech you will have a pick up from your hotel and also be dropped at the hotel after the tour by our professional English speaking driver. It will take only a few days for Marrakech to pull you into the rich Moroccan culture with its tradition and modern elegant art that is difficult not to fall in love with the city.
Also, visiting Jemaa el Fna Square, which as a traditional Moroccan marketplace, the talking drums, singing and dancing performers, acrobats and other artists along with the smell of the oriental spices and colorful stalls selling Moroccan crafts. Furthermore, continue moving to the contemporary Marrakech as you are introduce to the classy Hivernage area then the Gueliz area, which is really a new face of Marrakech different from the old city areas.
Lastly, step into the healing waters at the Majorelle Gardens – famous for being a botanically rich domain and famous blue buildings belonging to the famous French painter Jacques Majorelle. Furthermore, do not forget to end your guided tour of Marrakech with an option of an adventurous trip to the Palmeraie; where, you could either go for a camel ride or an exciting quad biking tour right through this vast palm grove, located on the outskirts of the city.
Through out the Marrakech city tour, expect to be picked up and dropped off at your hotel or riad by a professional English speaking driver. Make sure to experience live the different stunning facets of Marrakech that perfectly combines the beauty of the Moroccan old world and the charm of a contemporary city.
Included / Excluded of the Guided Tour of Marrakech
To help you plan your guided tour of Marrakech, we have put together a list of what’s included and what’s not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your Moroccan trip begins.
- Pick up and return services form your Hotel/Riad by a professional English-speaking driver.
- Visit to a local Berber pharmacy is optional.
- Insurance. A confortable Minibus or a 4×4 air conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch and Drinks and personal expenses.
- Tour guide.
- Tip for the driver.
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