Morocco Family Holiday

Day 1  Marrakech    
Welcome to Marrakech! Marrakech is a feast for the senses, a world of spice markets, Berber music, delectable foods, and perfumed gardens. You can arrive at any time today as there are no activities panned until your group meeting at 5pm. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by an Intrepid representative.    

Day 2  Aroumd    
Today’s adventure begins with a drive over the impressive High Atlas Mountains to the village of Imlil (approx. 2 hours), the largest village in the Mizane Valley. You will store your main luggage here before continuing approximately one hour on foot to the traditional mountain village of Armoud with your daypack. If you do not feel comfortable with the walk, your leader can arrange a mule for you to ride on instead.    

Day 3  Taroudant    
Today you will have a bread cooking demonstration for breakfast and perhaps an early morning walk around the village of Imlil. You will then be transferred to Taroudant, passing through some Berber villages and a stop in one of the oldest mosques in the High Atlas where you will learn about the Al Mouhad dynasty in which era this monument was built.    

Day 4  Taroudant        
Enjoy a day at leisure. You might like to take a walk with your family through the oasis and explore the local villages. The oasis is full of palm trees and streams of water, giving it an exotic atmosphere. Perhaps have a go at riding a donkey around the field.  

Day 5  Essaouira    
After breakfast, it is time for a short trip to Taroudant city, a pretty, conservative town with a tannery which you will visit and spend some time. Moroccan leather goods are very popular and here you can learn how the animal skins are cured to produce the leather. It is an interesting snapshot of old-fashioned local craft, and a chance to souvenir a slice of hand-made Morocco.

Day 6  Essaouira        
Enjoy a day at leisure. Feel free to explore Essaouira as you please. Everything in the small centre is within walking distance, and the beach is nice and clean, great for strolling along. Why not wonder the harbour and its adjacent fish markets where you can witness the daily auction. A fresh-cooked plate of the day’s catch is highly recommended. Perhaps browse some of the many shops and art galleries where unique local pieces are on display.    

Day 7  Marrakech            
Leaving Essaouira behind, journey inland to Marrakech. Enjoy an afternoon walking tour of the city centre, taking in the main sights on your way to the sprawling Djemaa el-Fna main square and souk. As is usual in a souk, individual trades and crafts are concentrated in on street or area, so the shoemakers are all next to each other, as are the jewellers, potters, and weavers.  

Day 8  Marrakech            
Your trip comes to an end this morning. There are no activities planned for the final day and you are free to depart your hotel at any time.      

Please note: The walk from Imlil to Aroumd and further to the Sidi Chamharouch shrine requires appropriate footwear. You may choose to bring sturdy boots if you prefer, but a pair of walking shoes with rigid and grippy soles will be sufficient.