Do you know that there is the village of Imlil beside the famous Marrakech? It was created as a base catering for people exploring the Atlas Mountains. Combining a cultural tour of Marrakech with a hiking tour around the Atlas Mountains, you could enjoy an agreeable one-week holiday in Morocco.
Upon your arrival in Marrakech, be greeted by a local English-speaking driver, who will escort you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free at leisure and if you are energetic, it is recommended to explore the medina on your own.
Things to do for today: Medersa Ben Youssef , Bahia Palace
Following a private tour guide to visit some of the main cultural sights of Marrakech, you will have a better understanding of this city. The tour includes the Medersa Ben Youssef - once the largest Islamic college in Morocco, Palace El Badi - a ruined architecture built at the end of the 16th century, and the Bahia Palace - a gorgeous palace surrounded by gardens. Continue your exploration in the afternoon with a visit to the souks. Indulge your senses into colorful herbs and spices when walking along the tiny alleyways.
Things to do for today: Jaardin Majorelle Garderns
Today is left for you to explore Marrakech independently. The Jardin Majorelle Garden, designed by Yves Saint Laurent and splashed with elegant plant specimens, shady trees, and magnificent colors would be a nice choice.
Depart from Marrakech to Imlil with your private driver this morning. Located in the High Atlas Mountains with an altitude of 1,800 meters, the village of Imlil is a great base for people to explore the Atlas Mountains. Upon arrival, you could relax in the hotel or set out to explore the surrounding area on your own.
Be ready for a hiking tour to the High Atlas Mountains. Passing through rough mountain trails full of stunning valley scenery, you will reach a traditional Berber village. Here, you can share lunch and a mint tea with a local family, learn about their traditional lifestyle, have a chance to visit the Assafou Foundation that provides free education to children living in these rural communities, and step into the school to see local women learning skills such as weaving.
It is a great idea to enjoy a free day after a day of hiking. According to your fitness level and interests, you could rest in the hotel, go out to a nearby village to observe their daily life, or continue a hiking tour with your guide.
After breakfast, your private driver will escort you back to Marrakech International Airport (about 1.5 hours' drive). Say goodbye to Marrakech and board your departure flight.