We just came back from a fantastic two-week t...
Morocco
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Nov 27 - Dec 9, 2024
We just came back from a fantastic two-week trip from Morocco, and it could not have happened without the company and help of our driver and guide Mouad! Besides being a seasoned and experienced driver, Mouad exudes positivity and is earnest, and always tried to make sure that everything was going well with us on the trip. Every hour or so in the car, he would turn around and check in that we were "all good"! We also appreciate his focus on us having as good a cultural experience of his country as possible, avoiding too many shopping experiences, and thank him again for his invitation to have lunch with his family when we were in the desert.
Booking the trip with Majid was also a painless process. We indicated our start and end dates, some of preferences on activities, and were quickly presented with an itinerary. Adjustments to the itinerary were easily done, and Majid was always responsive and replied quickly.
Some of the highlights on the trip we would recommend:
1. Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Just the setting of the mosque against the crashing waves was worth a visit.
2. Spend two nights in Chefchaouen so that you have time to slowly wander around and experience the town at a leisurely pace. Ask for Muhamed if you are getting a guide. Muhamed was a great guide keen on sharing the history and culture of his town and country, and we appreciated that he did not need to include visits to "artisan workshops".
3. Volubilis. The site, especially the mosaics, is impressive. We got a good guide (sorry forgot his name, might be Hamid) who is from the nearby town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, who really knew his Greek and Roman legends and could connect them to the ruins.
4. Medina of Fez. A good guide is definitely required to explore the medina. Mouad was not joking when he said we will get lost if we try to navigate the medina on our own (google maps does not work), which we tried one night. Herbal tea with Abdullah was a highlight. The tannery is clearly a must-see. Shout-out to Badar at Riad Farouzi for being an accommodating host.
5. Camel ride and sunset in the dunes. Touristy as it might be, it was still a wonderful experience.
6. Glamping at Tiziri. Well set up operation. Watch the stars and sunrise at the small dune at the back of camp.
7. Dades gorge. We did not know much about this before the trip, but it turned out to be stunning. Dar Rihana where we stayed a night is a definite recommendation.
8. Ait Benhaddou. The UNESCO site on the way to Marrakech was another pleasant surprise.
9. Cooking class at La Maison Arabe in Marrakech. Highly recommended if you are looking for such an activity.
10. Essaouira. We stayed only one night, but would definitely recommend two nights. Mouad said that Essaouira is one of his favourite cities, and we understood why we when got there. Riad Mimouna was stunningly located.
Thank you Mouad and Majid again for a great trip!
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Muhamed was a great guide!
Wonderful run and mosaics.
Camel ride and sunset in the dunes were still amazing experiences even if touristy.
Camel ride and sunset in the dunes were still amazing experiences even if touristy.
Dades gorge was stunning and a very pleasant surprise. Dar Rihana was an amazing B&B.
We only had one night, but would recommend two nights in this stunning seaside town.
Ait Benhaddou is definitely worth a visit.
One of the best cooking class experiences we've had.
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed and glowing review of your two-week trip to Morocco! We are thrilled to hear that your journey was fantastic and that Mouad and I played such an integral role in making it a memorable experience.
Mouad is truly a gem—his positivity, attentiveness, and deep pride in sharing Morocco’s culture shine through in every interaction. It’s heartwarming to know that his thoughtful gestures, like inviting you to lunch with his family, added such a... Read more