Enjoy the best of Morocco on foot

Enjoy the best of Morocco on foot


Morocco is a place that you can visit throughout the year. One of the most exotic countries and most exciting in the world, from North Africa spectacular country has much to offer - adventure holidays in rural areas to bustling city experiences. A great way to discover the country is running. Morocco has many nooks and crannies exotic , you might miss otherwise.

See and do

When you arrive in Marrakech, you will be dazzled by the city that dates back to the 11th century - it never fails to arouse curiosity and interest of travelers. The skyline is dominated by the charm of the architecture of the Koutoubia .

Your day can be picked up by a tour of the city on foot. Morocco is synonymous with souks and your first port of call should be a visit to a souk , or market. Walk the labyrinth of alleys and sharpen your negotiation skills - you'll need it , as you 'll be tempted to pick up anything that moves ! Jewelers, shoemakers, potters and weavers all lining the streets with their best goods. With thousands of exotic things for sale , you need to be strong !

Then walk to the Djemaa el- Fna , where you can experience the atmosphere of a medieval fair . It is an open space where you can see the snake charmers , jugglers and other artists vying for your attention. Buy local food and satisfy your appetite , sharpen by myriad scents of offers sellers . After lunch or dinner , relax in one of the outdoor cafes and enjoy a traditional herbal tea .

After the hustle and bustle of Marrakech you may be eager to escape into the Atlas Mountains . The one-hour drive of the city of Marrakech sets Ourika where you can enjoy the mountain air and breathtaking views . From here you can start to continue in the mountains on foot. Morocco has a spectacularly beautiful mountain scenery, which may come as a surprise to many .

Once you 've had your fill of fresh mountain air , make your way to the coast. A four-hour trip indulge in the charming town of Essaouira. The rocky coast of this former pirate hideout is nothing less than spectacular . As you explore the city, you will find Portuguese, French and Berber niches in the maze of narrow streets, and countless small cafes in the squares. Two huge fortresses chair the city and there is even a castle on a neighboring island .

Essaouira is vibrant and full of color . The port was once the haunt of pirates who sailed to rob rich vessels have passed this sea. Fishermen still work the surrounding seas and you can see them every morning and set up their catch in their nets . Various influences have created a cosmopolitan area , with visual " wows " at every corner. You can visit the workshops that specialize in jeweled inlaid work, fascinating stroll through narrow streets or just spend some time relaxing on the beach.

When you are guided holiday involving walking, Morocco will open many hidden secrets by those who rush through the bus or with larger groups of tourists. Discover the magic of this wonderful country on foot.

Tony Maniscalco is the director of marketing for hikers Worldwide Holidays . Join us on a walking holiday in Morocco see the most picturesque in the best value price places and landscapes . We offer over 140 guided group walking holidays in over 60 different countries.