Grand Morocco and Atlas Dream Tour (Turkish Airlines - From Izmir to Izmir)

We head to the airport to meet at a time determined by our agency the day before. At the international terminal of Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, we meet our team three hours before the flight time to begin our journey. After luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Istanbul on flight number TK2303 of Turkish Airlines at 06:55. Afterwards, we set off towards the modern face of Maghreb on flight TK617 of Turkish Airlines at 12:05. At local time 15:00, we arrive at the shining Casablanca Airport on the Atlantic coast. After customs procedures, we begin to explore the city's industrial and historical beauties with our comfortable vehicle waiting for us.

After having breakfast at our hotel, we head towards Rabat, the administrative center and elegant capital of Modern Morocco. In this peaceful city located by the Bou Regreg River, surrounded by eucalyptus and Portuguese cork trees, we will visit historical sites. We start our tour at Kasbah Oudaya, built on a hill overlooking the ocean, known for its blue and white streets. Then, we explore the magnificent Hassan Tower and the architectural masterpiece Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a symbol of independence, to discover the cultural richness of the capital. In the afternoon, we proceed towards the junction point of Africa and Europe.

After breakfast at our hotel, we bid farewell to the cool air of Tangier and set off towards Chefchaouen, a hidden fairy tale city at the foot of the Rif Mountains. Known as the 'Blue Pearl of Morocco', we take a pleasant walk through the bright blue streets that give the feeling of the sky descending to the earth. After taking photos in these streets, we provide free time to explore the handmade products of local artisans. Following the blue tranquility, we head towards Fes, the cultural center of the Islamic world. We begin to explore the Fes Medina, where time seems to stand still.

After breakfast at our hotel, we set off towards the Middle Atlas Mountains to meet one of Morocco's impressive faces. Our first stop is Ifrane, known as 'Switzerland of Morocco' for its Alpine-style architecture and cedar forests. We take a pleasant coffee break in this clean and modern mountain town. Then, we have lunch at a local restaurant in the town of Midelt, known for its striking rock formations and colors. Afterwards, we stop in the Ziz Valley, filled with palm trees, to photograph this natural beauty. At the end of the day, we will reach the Merzouga Desert, beyond dreams.

We start the day in our camp with the mesmerizing view of the sunrise over the endless dunes of the Sahara Desert. After breakfast in this unique atmosphere, we set off with the mystery of the desert on one side and the majestic view of the Atlas Mountains on the other. During our journey, we explore the Todra Valley, famous for its deep gorges that showcase the power of nature, and ancient water channels. Then, we pass through M’gouna, known for its fragrant gardens, and arrive at the cinema center of Morocco, Ouarzazate. Here, we will visit the Atlas Film Studios, which has hosted many legendary films.

After breakfast at our hotel, we head towards Ait Benhaddou, which offers an atmosphere beyond time and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While exploring this ancient city with its earth-colored adobe houses and labyrinthine streets, you will feel like you are on a movie set. After this impressive stop, we reach Marrakech, reflecting the spirit of Morocco, passing through the magnificent views of the Atlas Mountains. We start our tour of the 'Red City' at the iconic Koutoubia Minaret. Then, we step into the legendary Jemaa el-Fna Square, which brings together all the colors and sounds of Africa. The street...

After having breakfast at our hotel, our first stop is the Bahia Palace, filled with dazzling craftsmanship examples of the Red City. Then, we dive into the Marrakech Medina, which has inspired famous designers and artists since the early 1900s. Here, we explore the craft workshops and marketplaces where medieval traditions are vividly maintained beyond the modern world. One of the most impressive moments of the day is our visit to the Jardin Majorelle (Majorelle Garden), a legacy left by the famous designer Yves Saint Laurent. We spend delightful moments in this garden where Moroccan architecture meets aesthetics.

After our arrival in Istanbul, we depart for Izmir at 02:00 on flight TK2354. Our tour concludes with our arrival in Izmir at 03:10.