7 Days Morocco and Its History Guided Motorcycle Tour

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Track down the millennial traces and influences that make Morocco the country that it is today. This will be a circuit taking you through the oldest traces of the current Morocco, from Volubilis the Roman city to the city of Meknes, ancient capital and cradle of the Idrissides dynasty founder of the Cherifian kingdom.

This History of Morocco trip will also take you to Rif, at the gates of Europe, this territory was frequently invaded by Spain and Portugal, and now still bears traces and vestiges of this influence.

Daily itinerary

Day 0: Arrival

Transfer from Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport or Rabat Airport to Mohammedia. You will stay at the Sphinx Hotel (four stars) located 50 meters from Mohammedia beach.

Depending on your arrival: welcome pack distribution, safety briefing (conference room), and presentation of the circuit and machines. Departure will be at 8:30 a.m. on the next day.

Day 1: Mohammedia -Azrou (245 kilometers / 152 miles, 90% road 10% trail)

This first day is an appetizer of the magnificent decor offered by the Middle Atlas routes, on a very good surface.

The pleasure of the day will be to embrace magnificent turns, to gain confidence with your machines, on these roads little known to the general public, heritage of the protectorate and the work of convicts of the time.

You will taste the spa town of Oulmes' specialties over a wood fire. The magic of the springs -magnificent gems of greenery and vegetation near Azrou will be displayed before you eyes, where you will spend your first night in a sublime domain. In the evening, visit Ifrane, the little Swiss of Africa and her famous lion.

Day 2: Azrou- El Hoceima ( 320 kilometers / 199miles, 90% road)

On a winding tarmac, take on the road today heading to Fez. It will be a resolutely short circuit, because the wealth of the city of Fez requires a full day of discovery, it is the capital of leather and ancestral crafts.

On the menu for the day, indulge in the city's gastronomy with the famous Pastilla and Tajines of prunes, olives, and olive oil.

Discover the old Medina and the Karaouiyine University, the first university in the world, the tomb of the Merinids (viewpoint), tanneries, Fort Borj dating from 1582 comprising 12 rooms of a collection of weapons ranging from prehistoric to WWI.

On this magnificent road bordered by Atlas cedar, a tree endemic to Morocco, you will cross several passes, one of which is 1,600 meters above sea level for lunch towards Targuist.

This very winding route will delight all riders. It will take you to Al Hoceima, a superb seaside town on the shores of the Mediterranean. As you enjoy the fish and seafood menu, discover the Spanish islets of Isla de Terria and Isla De Mar and the Cala de Bonita beach.

Day 3: Al Hoceima - Chefchaouen (240 kilometers / 150 miles, 60% road 40% trail)

Departure towards the Mediterranean bypass, this sumptuous road twists and turns at the foot of the foothills of the Rif and the Mediterranean Sea.

The wealth of points of view on the course and the visit of the virgin beaches will highlight the journey to El Jebha, a superb fishing village. You will head to the direction of Akchour, surrounded by waterfalls, and finally Chefchaouen the city with different shades of blue and its famous picturesque streets.

Here, the culinary specialties will delight most gourmet lovers - the Moroccan polenta, bean purée, or the famous hsouya.

Day 4: Chefchaouen - Meknes (214 kilometers / 133 miles, 30% trail and 70% road)

Ride to Meknes, the second imperial city of the Kingdom through the Jbel Zerouel and the caves it contains, passing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Volubilis. After visiting the site, head to Meknes, a Hispano-Moorish-style town to eat and put down your bags. You can discover the old fortified town, its souk, and the Bab Mansour.

Day 5: Meknes - Khenifra (170 kilometers / 106 miles, 70% road 20% trail)

Today, you will enjoy a course in the second largest cedar reserve in the Atlas, passage through El Hajeb traversed by the sources and surrounded by cliffs, Azrou and the famous cedar of Goureaux, his monkeys and the track leading to the great lake of the region, Ain Leuh to get to Khenifra.

Day 6: Khenifra-Mohammedia (345 kilometers, Route 100%)

This is the end of our great journey and enjoy, without forcing the end of the circuit, the beautiful menu roads and nice turns on perfect tarmac.

Rest steps very nice, the menu tagines, tea and cakes, organic olive oil with warm bread nothing better for a treat.

Arriving at the hotel, spa and steam room await us relaxing.

In the evening farewell dinner and viewing photos of the trip around a good aperitif.

• Fes old medina
• Meknes ruins of roman city Volubilis
• Chefchaouen source of water

This tour starts at Mohammedia, taking you to visit among others, Volubilis, Mediterranean ring road, Chefchaouen, Fez, Meknes, and Ketama forest.

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sea food, tajine, coucous

vegetarien food

mediteraneen food

olive oil

traditionnal bread

pastilla of fish in Fes

Museum

Market place

Ruins

Beach

Spanish and Portugues town

Spa at extra cost

Hammam at extra cost

• Breakfasts and evening meals during the stay
• 6 nights four or five-star accommodation
• Motorcycle rental and fuel
• Compulsory insurance cover
• Information pack and souvenir (welcome package)
• Multilingual tourist guide on adventure bike
• Trip photos and drone video
• Road tolls, if applicable
• Roundtrip airport transfers
• Assistance and baggage transport vehicle (minimum 5 riders)

• Full equipment (on request at additional cost)
• Airfare
• Drinks (apart from bottled water)
• Lunches
• Personal expenses
• Personal travel expenses
• Repatriation insurance
• Visa

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.