Medina, Palaces & Tombs

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Discover the medina and experience life as it has been for hundreds of years. In the souqs learn about the different industries that make the Old City so unique. Visit the city gates, palaces, tombs, museums and Kotoubia Mosque. Finish at Djemma el-Fna, filled with snake charmers, musicians and market stalls.

Highlights:

Explore medina life as it has been for hundreds of years.
Visit the city gates
Discover palaces and tombs.
Wander through museums and the Kotoubia Mosque.
See the sights of world heritage site Djemma el-Fna Square.

Tour style:Walking & Orientation, History & Heritage
Inclusion:

Local English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees Maison Tiskiwin/Palais De Bahia/Saddian Tombs.

Exclusion:

Tips and Gratuities for your guide, items of a personal nature.

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

Duration: 4 hours
Meeting point:
Meeting point for your Urban Adventures Guide is out the front of Café France in Djemma El Fnaa. As you walk into Djemma El Fnaa through the main entrance this is a 3 story café on the right side of the square. All through Djemma El Fnaa there are fake guides who will try and convince you to do a tour with them, so please make sure that you find the office guide who will be holding an Urban Adventure sign or badge and waiting for you in front of the café.
Start time: 9.00 AM
Finish point:
Djemma El Fna Square.

Additional information :

Voucher exchange details:
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking:
Please contact Marrakech Urban Adventures to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Dress standard:
Morocco can be considered a liberal Muslim country as many Moroccan women do not wear headscarves, comparatively however, Morocco is very conservative by standards you may be accustomed to at home and you should dress accordingly. As a general guideline, shoulders, cleavage and knees should be covered at all times. Wearing shorts (men and women), low-cut tops, and showing midriff is not recommended as it will restrict your entry into buildings of a religious nature and family homes and is considered disrespectful to the local culture.

Long, light-couloured, lightweight sleeved shirts, trousers and skirts are respectful, cover your body, keep you cool in the heat and protect you from the harsh sun.
Child policy:
Children must be between 6 and 11 years of age inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this day tour in Marrakech.
Language: English

Itinerary:

Explore the medina and its labyrinth of narrow streets and famous souqs on this day tour in Marrakech. Visit Maison Tiskiwin to see a fascinating private collection of crafts and decorative arts from southern Morocco and the Sahara. Then visit the Palais De Bahia, a haven of shady courtyards and blue mosaic walls built for Bou Ahmed. The palace also includes beautiful quarters for his 4 wives and 24 concubines.

Pass through the Jewish Quarter or Mellah and notice the Jewish heritage and particular style of architecture in this district. Visit the Saddian Tombs constructed during the reign of Sultan Ahmed El Mansour in 1557.

Finally on this day tour in Marrakech head back to Djemma el Fna Square where the tour finishes. Your local guide can provide instructions on how to get back to your hotel or you can continue your shopping in the local souks.

Your trip:

This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour

Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.

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