OVERVIEW

Gaze at spectacular vistas from the hilltop ruins of Agadir’s Old Quarter. Travel along a splendidly scenic route to the enchanting earthen remains of the ancient Kasbah, which offers a sweeping panorama of the city’s beautifully broad avenues and sandy beaches. You’ll appreciate ample time to explore and photograph the amazing sights of the verdant Souss River Valley, the rolling Anti-Atlas Mountains and the intriguingly stark Tichka Plateau. Return to bustling Agadir, once a conglomeration of Berber and Jewish hamlets, and stop at Medina Coco Polizzi; a village built to commemorate the old city of Agadir which was destroyed during the earthquake in 1961. Designed by master craftsman Coco Polizzi, this medina impresses with its architecture. Inspired by ancient Moroccan constructions as well as superb buildings from around the world, it was erected in accordance with nature and the traditions of the kingdom. Relish a guided tour of the colorful Souk El Had, also known as the Sunday Market. You’ll be afforded the opportunity to seek out one-of-a-kind souvenirs, such as a thuya wood box, painstakingly crafted from the native cypress tree mentioned by Saint John in the Book of Revelation.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Embark on a scenic drive and explore the incredible ruins of Agadir’s ancient Kasbah.
• Discover stunning views of the Souss River Valley, the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Tichka Plateau.
• Explore the Coco Polizzi Medina where you will find a spectacular place, respecting the ancestral architecture of Souss Massa.
• Take an illuminating guided tour of the bustling Souk El Had marketplace.
• Shop for wonderful souvenirs including rare thuya wood boxes made from the mountain cypress tree.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Meander through the atmospheric streets of an elegant city known as the Grandmother of Marrakech, discover Moroccan spices in an authentic Berber marketplace and enjoy time on your own to shop for local treasures. As you drive through the lush landscape of the Souss River Valley, keep your eyes peeled for the singularly whimsical sight of goats perched on the branches of argan trees. Admire the ochre-hued walls that encircle Taroudant, which was built as a base for attempted takeovers of its newer neighbor, the stronghold of Marrakech. You’ll begin your guided tour at the magnificent enclosed ramparts that lead to the Place Assaraq, or Big Area, whose bustling streets and winding alleyways are filled with donkeys, also called Berber taxis, and even the occasional dromedary. Stroll to the colorful souks, where you’ll learn about the use of spices in traditional cuisine and view craftspersons hard at work producing highly prized argan oil. Indulge in free time to shop for precious goods including jewelry, Berber carpets and coveted, aromatic thuya wood. At the Palais Oumensour relax over light refreshments as you relish the distinctive culture and history surrounding you.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Thrill at the chance to spot goats amusingly standing atop branches of the beautiful argan tree.
• Discover the incredible culture and history of Taroudant, known as the Grandmother of Marrakech.
• Appreciate a guided tour through beguiling souks and learn about spices used in Berber cuisine.
• Take time to shop for amazing local wares and witness the production of famed argan oil.
• Linger over refreshments at the Palais Oumensour.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfie photo in Agadir. Instantly share your experience with family and friends on your favorite social media site. Selfie experts will teach you how to take the best selfie photo including composition, posing and lighting. Capture the spirit of this incredible destination.

Your tour will start with a scenic drive from the ship to the Kasbah and include designated selfie stops at:

Selfie Spots:
• New city and main avenues
• Talborjt Mosque exterior
• Souk al Had
• Seaside promenade

To make this experience even more fun, you will have some free time to enjoy Souk al Had before walking the promenade to end your picture-perfect day.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Agadir’s most epic spots to snap your selfies while learning about its history and architecture.
• Learn from selfie experts tips and tricks on how to take the perfect selfie.
• Enjoy a deep dive into the culture of Agadir.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

OVERVIEW

Enjoy the ultimate view of seaside Agadir while riding a cable car to the fortified hilltop Kasbah and snap photos of other attractions while touring the city below. An earthquake in 1960 leveled much of Agadir, especially in the Talbordjt district, which has been completely rebuilt with landmarks such as the Mohammed V Mosque. As you will discover, its soaring minaret dominates the area. The earthquake also severely affected Souk El Had, which had to be reestablished in a different location. During free time in what is now among the largest urban marketplaces in Africa, you can browse its stalls and shops, which number in the thousands. Riding the cable car will add yet another dimension to your understanding of Agadir and its outstanding location at the foot of the Anti-Atlas Mountains. The views will be breathtaking the entire way, especially once you reach the 16th-century Kasbah, the site of Old Town.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride a cable car up and down the hill that overlooks Agadir and the sea beyond.
• Visit the historical Kasbah fortification that blankets the top of the hill.
• Spend free time browsing the shops in one of the largest souks in Africa.
• Behold the beautiful Moorish architecture of the modern Mohammed V Mosque.
• Gain insight into how Agadir has evolved since the devastating earthquake of 1960.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Exult in astonishing views from the hilltop ruins of Agadir’s Old Quarter, delight in signature folkloric entertainment at a famed restaurant and stroll through a diverse marketplace where you’ll enjoy time to shop. Travel along a splendidly scenic route to the enchanting earthen remains of the ancient Kasbah, which offers a sweeping panorama of the city’s beautifully broad avenues and sandy beaches. Appreciate ample time to explore and photograph the amazing sights of the verdant Souss River Valley, the rolling Anti-Atlas Mountains and the intriguingly stark Tichka Plateau. At the renowned Agadir Fantasia restaurant, relish a drink under the shelter of a unique caidal tent as you watch a thrilling performance featuring Moroccan dancers, acrobats and magnificent horses. Revel in a guided tour of the colorful Souk El Had, also known as the Sunday Market. You’ll be afforded the opportunity to seek out one-of-a-kind souvenirs such as a thuya wood box, painstakingly crafted from the native cypress tree mentioned by Saint John in the Book of Revelation. As you roam the pleasant alleyways of the souk, reflect on the unforgettable cultural experiences of your day.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Embark on a scenic drive and explore the incredible ruins of Agadir’s ancient Kasbah.
• Discover stunning views of the Souss River Valley, the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Tichka Plateau.
• Take in a celebrated show of traditional dance and majestic horses at the Agadir Fantasia restaurant.
• Savor an illuminating guided tour of the bustling Souk El Had marketplace.
• Shop for wonderful souvenirs including rare thuya wood boxes made from the mountain cypress tree.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Join a hands-on cooking class at a modern museum and dine on your culinary creations for lunch. As an introduction to the types of spices and produce found in this part of Morocco, you will first visit Souk El Had, a massive marketplace that offers every imaginable ingredient essential to Moroccan cuisine. You will next stop at the Targent Museum, which is dedicated to the endemic argan tree and the women that traditionally produce its prized oil. Although the oil can be consumed – the flavor is distinctly nutty – it is more readily used in cosmetics as it is a superior moisturizer. During class, the chef will show you how to prepare tagine, a slow-cooked stew that contains many of the ingredients displayed in the souk. The stew is typically cooked in a clay pot with a cone-shaped lid that is also called a tagine. As you will discover, the dish is wonderfully flavorful.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn to prepare the stew-like Moroccan dish tagine in a hands-on cooking class.
• Savor the complex flavors of your freshly made tagine for lunch.
• Visit a sprawling souk where you will see many of the ingredients needed to make tagine.
• Discover the versatility of the argan tree, which is endemic to this part of Morocco.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Travel through some of the most naturally beautiful and bio-diverse areas south of Agadir on a rousing adventure in a 4x4 Jeep. Upon reaching Tifnit, the guide will explain why this former fishing village was completely bulldozed in late 2023 to create a more sustainable community within the Souss Massa National Park. As you will see firsthand, this protected parkland features pristine golden beaches and the Massa River, a natural haven for birds such as flamingoes, which can be seen wading in the shallows. The park is equally renowned for its sand dunes, especially the ones that you will traverse at Sidi Rbat and Rasmouka. A traditional lunch follows at an authentic Berber village in the Anti-Atlas Mountains, after which you will stop at the Youssef Ben Tachfrin Dam at the base of the mountains. Besides providing essential drinking water, the dam irrigates the vast and now fertile Chtouka Plain.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride into the Anti-Atlas Mountains and along the Atlantic coast in a 4x4 Jeep.
• See how the fishing village of Tifnit has been transformed since being razed in 2023.
• Observe flamingoes in the shallows of the Massa River.
• Drive across vast sand dunes in the Souss Massa National Park.
• Snap photos of a dam that has positively impacted the Massa Valley.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Ride through the aptly named Paradise Valley in a 4x4 Jeep and enjoy authentic cultural experiences along the way. Before heading inland, you will visit a fishing village where traditional ways are still practiced. Ahead lie the Anti-Atlas Mountains, home to the majority of Morocco’s indigenous Berber people. To better understand the culture, you will enjoy breakfast and lunch with local families in their houses. Between meals, you will ride through the surrounding fields of bananas that are irrigated through time-honored means and on into Paradise Valley. The natural beauty within this secluded mountain oasis is extraordinary as you will discover firsthand from the open-air Jeep and on a short hike to a collection of crystal-clear natural pools. More natural wonders await you in Tamri National Park, which is rimmed with coastal sand dunes. Its estuary is a bird-watcher’s paradise. Audouin’s gulls, Maghreb magpies and isabelline warblers are commonly spotted there.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride into the nearby mountains, valleys and coastal areas in a 4x4 Jeep.
• Explore a fishing village and a mountain village where the indigenous Berbers live.
• Enjoy immersive dining experiences with local villagers in their houses.
• Behold the serenity and natural beauty while riding and hiking through Paradise Valley.
• Drop by the sand dunes that dominate the Atlantic coast of Tamri National Park.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.