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Luxury Morocco Culinary Tour

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Your luxury culinary tour of Morocco will provide you with an in-depth experience of Moroccan cuisine and culture. Morocco is one of the hottest foodie destinations and it’s easy to understand why: succulent tagines, alluring spice markets, luscious seafood, and mouthwatering desserts make for a fabulous cooking vacation. Moroccan cuisine, like its culture, is full of rich influences, from the Berber to the Andalusian, from the Arabic to the Mediterranean. The very name calls to mind the exotic and unknown – and we make it easy to explore on a small, private gastronomic and cultural guided tour with our expert local partners.

Your culinary vacation in Morocco will start with pickup in Casablanca, then it is off to Rabat (Morocco’s capitol), the cultural epicenter of Fes, into the Sahara and the Dades Valley, on to Marrakech, and finally Essaouira before heading back to Casablanca. Culinary highlights of the week include tasting tours, hands-on cooking classes, and explorations of local gastronomy such as Moroccan-Jewish cuisine, and more. And the cultural highlights of this fabulous luxury Morocco tour are too many to name, so check them out in the day to day itinerary.

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Your five cooking classes will feature a variety of different Moroccan traditions, including:

• Jewish-Moroccan cooking
• Private tagine cooking class with local “dada”
• Cooking class at Chez Pierre
• Moroccan fish and pastries class
• 12 Night Itinerary
• 9 Night Itinerary

• Arrive at Casablanca international airport and private transfer to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Rabat lies on the Atlantic coast and is a fascinating mix of Islamic monuments and French colonial traces. Enjoy an orientation tour of the ancient fortified city and UNESCO World Heritage center, and stop for mint tea overlooking the Bouregreg River .
• This evening, your welcome dinner featuring gourmet Moroccan food.

• Breakfast and begin your 3 1/2 hour drive toward Fes. Stop in Volubilis to see the ancient Roman ruins, then on to Fes.
• Upon arrival in Fes in the late afternoon, check in at your elegant Riad.
• Dinner at the riad and overnight.

• Breakfast, then visit the souk, or market, with your guide. See the local artisan quarters including their famous leather tanneries where the same techniques have been used for centuries. Shop for your cooking class at the market as well.
• Next, take a hands-on cooking class featuring Jewish-Moroccan cuisine. Fes has important Sephardic traditions that you will explore in your cooking class. Lunch to follow based on your efforts. Afternoon free and dinner on your own.

• Breakfast, and set off on your drive to the Sahara! The drive will take about seven hours, but we’ll break it up with lunch in a local Berber house in the Draa Valley to enjoy a tasty tagine.
• The last part of your journey will be a sunset camel ride to take you into your luxury camp.
• Dinner tonight is in the camp.
• Enjoy traditional music by the campfire and the stunning desert starlight.

• Sunrise breakfast at the camp. Enjoy this breathtaking experience before enjoying a traditional bread-making class.
• Next, head out toward the Dades Gorges, the Moroccan version of the Grand Canyon (about a 4 hour drive).
• Stop for lunch during the drive.
• Upon arrival at Chez Pierre in the Dades Valley enjoy a gourmet dinner.
• Explore the beautiful Dades region.
• Lunch and cooking class with the chef of Chez Pierre.
• Evening at leisure and dinner at the hotel.

• Breakfast, then visit the historic kasbah Ait ben Haddou.
• Depart for Marrakech, about 6 hours away.
• Drive through Tichka and the high Atlas before arriving at your destination. Marrakech is one of Africa’s most fascinating cities, and is packed with history, culture, and beauty.
• Evening at leisure and dinner on your own.

• Breakfast then depart on a guided visit of Marrakech. You will see beautiful and tranquil imperial palaces that are relics of Morocco’s past, as well as the medina, which is an ancient and dense network of alleys and souks, ready to explore with your expert guide. See the historical sites, artisan shops, and fascinating markets, and enjoy a spice blending workshop featuring Moroccan spices.
• Lunch in the medina.
• Next, a relaxing hammam spa experience. Your treatment can include a scrub and body wrap with natural mineral clay, followed by a traditional massage.
• In the afternoon stop for a private tagine cooking class with a local “dada” (female chef), and enjoy your creations for dinner.

• Breakfast, and then enjoy visits of two interesting sites – the Majorelle Gardens and the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. The lush gardens span over two acres and feature exotic plants and trees from all over the world. Yves Saint Laurent was Algerian born and influenced throughout his life by the vibrant colors and culture of Marrakech. The museum and garden, which opened in 2017, give a glimpse into the designer’s life as well as the rich cultural connections between France and Morocco.
• Lunch on your own.
• Afternoon at leisure.
• Dinner at La Maison Arabe.

• Breakfast, then depart for Essaouira, about 2 hours away. You will stop at an Argan oil women’s cooperative for a visit.
• Stop at a local vineyard in the area for a gourmet lunch and wine tasting.
• Tour Essaouira’s serene medina, harbor, and souks with your guide – a very different experience from the bustle of Marrakech!
• Dinner tonight in a local restaurant.

• Visit Essaouira’s Sqala (ramparts), the Medina, and the harbor.
• Your next class features Moroccan fish and pastries, with lunch to follow.
• This evening dinner on your own.
• Breakfast and depart for Casablanca (about 5 hours away). Stop for lunch at an organic goat cheese farm.
• Arrive in Casablanca for a quick tour of the city.
• This evening, a farewell dinner at the iconic Rick’s Cafe.

Day Thirteen

• Visit the Hassan II mosque in the morning. The mosque is the largest in Morocco and features the tallest minaret in the world.
• Transfer to the Casablanca airport for your departure. (If your flight departs early we would recommend an additional night in Casablanca.)
• Arrive at Casablanca international airport and private transfer to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Rabat lies on the Atlantic coast and is a fascinating mix of Islamic monuments and French colonial traces. Enjoy an orientation tour of the ancient fortified city and UNESCO World Heritage center.
• Breakfast and begin your 3 1/2 hour drive toward Fes. Stop in Volubilis to see the ancient Roman ruiins.
• Upon arrival in Fes in the late afternoon, head to a tasting tour of the medina, the old Arab center of this fascinating city. Your dinner will be part of the tour, and might include such treats as mlawi (pancakes), briwates (sambosas), potato cakes, olives, fruits, wild honey, and more.
• Next, take a hands-on cooking class featuring Jewish-Moroccan cuisine. Fes has important Sephardic traditions that you will explore in your cooking class. Lunch to follow based on your efforts.
• Afternoon free and dinner on your own.
• Dinner tonight in the camp.
• Sunrise breakfast at the camp. Enjoy this breathtaking experience before having a traditional bread-making class.
• Breakfast, and drive to Marrakech, about 6 hours away. Along the way stop and visit the historic kabash Ait ben Haddou. Lunch included on the way.
• Breakfast then depart on a guided visit of Marrakech. You will see beautiful and tranquil imperial palaces that are relics of Morocco’s past, as well as the medina, which is an ancient and dense network of alleys and souks, ready to explore with your expert guide. See the historical sites, artisan shops, and fascinating markets, and enjoy lunch in the medina.
• This afternoon you will have a spice blending workshop featuring Moroccan spices.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner at La Maison Arabe.
• Breakfast and depart for Casablanca (about 5 hours away). Depending on the season, you may stop in Oualidia for a lunch featuring fresh fish and oysters, or for another traditional lunch.
• Afternoon arrival at Cassablanca Airport. (If your flight time is earlier we would propose an extra night in Casablanca.)
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• 9 Night Details

Included in the 12-Night Trip

Accommodations.

• 12 nights accommodation in 4* and 5* hotels and riads

Food & Beverages

• Daily breakfast

Classes & Instructors

• Visit of Volubilis
• Tasting tour and cultural tours in Fes
• Visit of local Berber house
• Sunset camel ride and musical performance under the stars
• Visit of Ait ben Haddou
• Hiking in the Dades Gorges
• Guided visits of Marrakech medina and palaces
• Visit of Majorelle Gardens & Yves Saint Laurent museum
• Visit of Argan Oil women’s cooperative
• Winery visit and tasting
• Visits of Essaouira’s ramparts, medina, and harbor
• Visit of a goat cheese farm

Transfer Details

• Transfers from/to Casablanca airport

Miscellaneous

• Transportation in comfortable SUV with dedicated driver
• National Guide who will be with you the whole time to both act as guide and trip manager
• Spice blending workshop

Not Included

• Alcoholic beverages (except where otherwise noted)
• Tips (recommended at around $8-10 per person per day)

Included in the 9-Night Trip

• 9 nights accommodation in 4* and 5* hotels and riads

Your cooking classes will feature a variety of different Moroccan traditions, including:

• Bread-baking class in the desert
• Visit of Essaouira

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The Euphoriad in Rabat is a tranquil oasis in the Rabat medina and features an outdoor pool, hammam, and terrace overlooking the medina. The rooms feature all the modern luxuries.

The Palais Amani is a stylish riad in the heart of the medina. It boasts just 18 rooms, each with stunning design, as well as a gourmet restaurant and a spa.

Your night in the Sahara will be unlike any other as you stay in a luxury Saharan tent camp. The tents have comfortable double beds, en suite private bathrooms, and the compound features a central terrace for relaxing.

Chez Pierre is one of our favorites. It offers amazing views and fabulous gastronomy. The hotel is built into the hillside and features traditional architecture with local materials and terraced gardes. Its rooms are both spacious and elegant, and there are several patios, a salon, and a bar.

La Maison Arabe is the most prestigious riad in Marrakech. The attentive staff is superb, the cuisine is world-class, and the rooms individually decorated with traditional decor. It has been called “The epitome of Moroccan elegance.”

The Heure Bleue Palais is a beautiful retreat near the medina but providing a tranquil haven. The elegant rooms boast wooden accents and artisan craftsmanship, and the hotel boasts an ocean-view terrace pool, a spa, a pub, restaurants, and more.

Le Casablanca is a luxury hotel with a beautiful Art Deco design and colorfully decorated rooms with garden and pool views. The 5* hotel is located in one of the greener parts of Casablanca and boasts restaurants, bars, a spa, and pool.

Pricing & Tour Dates

• 12 Night Pricing
• 9 Night Pricing

Sample* Pricing:

12-night Program

US$11000 per person based on double occupancy

*Pricing varies by season, number of travelers, and specific dates booked. Please inquire!

30% deposit due to confirm booking. Balance payment due 60 days prior to tour start date. Questions? Please contact us!

Single supplement: please inquire

2024 Available year-round for a minimum of 2 people. We recommend you try to avoid Ramadan (roughly March 10-April 8, 2024).

Holiday and peak seasons rates may apply to certain weeks, please inquire. 

9-night Program

US$8500 per person based on double occupancy

2022-2023 Available year-round for a minimum of 2 people. We recommend you try to avoid Ramadan (roughly April 2-May 1, 2022).

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Moroccan Gastronomy Tour

8 Days from £790 per person

One of the many reasons to visit Morocco is to sample its unique cuisine. Of course most people have heard of the tagines but it goes a lot deeper than that – exquisite pastries and amazing vegetable salads. What is more you don’t have to enrol in a cookery school to understand the most important aspects of Moroccan cooking – it is about meeting the people and cooking and eating as a family or with friends.

Over the years we have gathered a great knowledge of the best places to see and experience Moroccan cooking but this is the first time we have brought it all together in one 8 day tour. Highlights include: – Chef’s Souk tours in both Essaouira and Marrakesh – Bread making in Atlas Mountains – Berber family lunch – Moroccan pastry demonstration – Gastronomic last meal in Marrakech

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Coast First

Arrive at Marrakech airport where your driver will meet you and take you straight down to the coast. Your base for the first few days is Rebali Riads in a small beachside village just south of Essaouira. It is an amazing place to relax and slip into the rhythm of Moroccan Rural life.

Day 2 - Chef's Souk Tour

In the morning you will head into the souks of Essaouria with the Rebali chef (who speaks good English) and he will guide you around the meat, fish and vegetable souks, the part of the Medina that most tourists miss. This is a great way to be introduced to the ingredients you will be using and see a professional haggler in action…

After a couple of hours you are back at the riads and your villa kitchen is the base for your first hand cooking experience. Some clients like to view from the breakfast bar (with a glass of something not very Moroccan…) and just watch the chef in action. Equally, if you want to participate that is, of course, very much encouraged. After all this work you will eat the results of your efforts, normally as a late lunch, and you will want to keep the evening meal light later that day.

Day 3 - Berber Lunch

Today you are not doing any cooking but instead visiting a traditional Berber house for lunch to see the famous hospitality first hand. We encourage you to go without an interpreter and just put yourself in their hands. Simple surroundings, wonderful food and an insight into a totally different culture.

It is also a small working farm and after lunch you have the option to have a farm tour and see the regional speciality, Argan Oil, being made.

Day 4 - Camel Picnic

This is your final day on the coast and we include a camel picnic (camels are the transport not the food…). Your camel comes into the riad garden to collect you and then it is off up the coast for around an hour on your “ship of the desert” and your host will prepare and lay out your picnic with, of course, the obligatory mint tea – yes, even on a picnic.

On return to Rebali the afternoon will be taken up with a pastry making demonstration. Our pastry chef doesn’t speak good English and if you would like a more formal lesson this can be arranged at a local cookery school for an additional £50 per person.

This is your final evening on the coast and we’d suggest an evening in Essaouira to try out one of the many restaurants or even the wonderful “le Kaouki” just a short stroll from Rebali.

Day 5 - Explore Marrakech

This morning you will take a transfer to Marrakech to the wonderful Riad El Zohar, right in the centre of Marrakech’s old Medina. There is nothing pre-arranged for this day but we’d recommend a walking tour of the Medina in the afternoon, visiting a mixture of historic sites and the souks. In the evening either eat in the riad, soak up the night-life at Le Comptoir or try out the famous BBQ’s in the main square.

Day 6 - Cooking Demonstration

The main activity today is to enjoy another cooking demonstration and tour Marrakech’s food souks, followed by cooking and eating the results of your work. This is similar to your day in Essaouira but is a great way to really understand the way food is prepared and contrast two different styles. If you prefer a more formal cooking session this day we can book you into the famous Maison Arabe cooking school at the cost of £80 per person

Day 7 - Atlas Mountains

A complete change of scenery and it is off into the mountains for the day. You start with a visit to an organic spice garden in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains where you will be given a tour of the produce, join in a bread making demonstration and even enjoy a traditional foot spa…The morning finishes with lunch and then you take a scenic drive over one of the highest mountain roads for panoramic views and mint tea in a Berber village. For the more active we can arrange a scramble up to the best waterfalls in this part of the Atlas – please tell us your preference on booking.

Building up an appetite is a good idea as your last night in Marrakech will be the culinary highlight eating at at one of the Medina’s best restaurants.  A spectacular finish to your culinary tour of Morocco

Day 8 - Home

Our driver will pick you up from the riad to take you to the airport but depending on your flight time, you may have a chance for some last minute shipping or a stroll around the Majorelle Gardens

Total cost for this trip based on 2 people sharing is £790 per person

You can get flights from as little as £100 per person return and do ask us for advice.  Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.

All prices correct at the time of writing.  Give us a call or email us at  [email protected]  to discuss your requirements and get a confirmed price.

Please remember this is a sample itinerary and we are happy to modify it to suit your plans.  We can add or remove days and look at different places to stay.

What's included?

• Prices start from £790 per person
• Accommodation on B&B basis
• Private transfers (air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver)
•  Two souk tours and savoury cooking demonstrations (Essaouira-includes lunch and Marrakech-includes dinner)
• Berber Village lunch
•  Moroccan Pastries demonstration
• Camel Picnic
• Day trip to the Atlas Mountains, including lunch, bread-making and garden tour and Mountain tour.
• A fabulous meal in one of the famous Moroccan restaurants.
• Local taxes

Extra Costs

• Formal Pastry Course (£50pp)
• Maison Arabe Cooking lesson (£80pp)
• Other meals

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Routes suggested by MOROCCAN FOOD TOUR are a perfect introduction to the history, culture traditions and especially Moroccan gastronomy . During your Tour with our licensed passionate tour guide , you will have the opportunity to taste many classics of Moroccan cuisine and a wide choice of local products while taking advantage of many explanations and anecdotes about the city and the products tasted. Feel free to ask your questions and share your culinary experiences. The more you interact, the more you will discover! As its name indicates, this experience is far from being a simple walking guided tour , it will be combined with more than 06 tasting stops as well as a main meal. you will try and taste dishes that characterize the local cuisine and part of the culinary history of Morocco . The tasting program can change according to the season and / or according to your desires or food choices, and we can guarantee hight quality foods from carefully chosen food stalls , local chefs that knows what they're doing with many years of experience.

More than 6 food savoring stops

you will try local products from our carefully chosen food stalls, clean, fresh & healthy ... we will break the language barrier and explain about the ingredients and the culture behind each dish

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Morocco, a trip across exotism.

CÚRATE Trips   takes you in this new amazing 10-day Morocco Food & Wine Tour .   Through the land where time stands still  –  visit the exotic cities of  Fez  and  Marrakech , as well as several fascinating terracotta-colored towns made from adobe and some of the most historic sites along the way such as the imperial city of Meknès , the fortified kasbahs and the impressive and unique Sahara Desert .

By the hand of  CÚRATE Trips  team and the best local guides you’ll learn all about this vibrant country and its world-famous cuisine embracing the Mediterranean Diet  from our cooking classes and interactions with locals, to tours around its markets.

You’ll get the chance to try and learn how to make some of Morocco’s most delicious dishes such as the famous and omnipresent tagine in more than six different ways, the festive cous-cous , and lovely cooked salads, zalouk and chakchouka among others, all well dressed with fresh herbs and varied spices. 

But be also ready to sample the humble cuisine from the Sahara, based on local meats such as goat and beef, fresh dairy products and the lovely eggs preparation, the berber omelette.

Our  trip to Morocco   will take us from the labyrinthine Medina of Fez with over 9,000 streets to the impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou and on to the dazzling city of Marrakech with its exquisite architectural sights, all while sampling Morocco’s delectable food and drink along the way. Limited to 20 participants .

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It’s time to discover this  signature 10-day Morocco Food & Wine tour  through enjoyable and comprehensive show-cooking and intimate visits, and only-well-connected experiences under the expert guidance of the local team and the most illustrious local cooks and professionals, while in the hands of the local connoisseurs from  Paladar y Tomar .

Take part in a dream program that contains unimaginable visits in Northern Africa along with the valuable insight only locals can give, leaving you well versed in many foundations and techniques of Moroccan gastronomic culture and the Mediterranean soul.

WELCOME TO MOROCCO

Welcome to Fez, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital, where the medieval medina stands next to magnificent palaces and majestic religious schools and mosques. Our hotel is a magnificent riad, you’ll find yourself in an oasis of peace in the middle of the fervent city.

FEZ COOKING CLASS

Enjoy the first traditional Moroccan cooking class, where we’ll learn how to create some of the city’s most famous dishes. The class will starts with a visit to the maze-like souks to shop for various herbs, spices and other classic ingredients. We’ll then get to sit down together and sample our creations in our first dinner.

EXPLORING FEZ'S ANCIENT MEDINA

We’ll enjoy a private tour of Fez and its medina, the world’s largest car-free urban area and the biggest labyrinth on the planet, where donkeys and carts still roam and rows of tanneries and fine leather shops can be found hidden down its maze of alleyways. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medina was founded in the 9 th  century and is home to the oldest university in the world. In the 13 th  to 14 th  centuries it even replaced Marrakech as the capital of the kingdom. Today, many of its exquisite structures remain, including palaces, mosques, noble residences and fountains.

Our tour of the medina will be followed by a quality Moroccan lunch at a fine restaurant.

The afternoon will be free for you to do as you choose, whether that’s exploring the exotic Jnan Sbil gardens or visiting the intriguing Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts & Crafts or enjoying a   hammam  purifying ritual back in the riad.

THE IMPERIAL CITY OF MEKNES 

After breakfast, we’ll make our way to Meknes, a small town just west of Fez, a laidback and quiet place, yet with a grand and fascinating history. Indeed, the historic city of Meknes is under the cultural properties inscribed on the World Heritage List. An imperial city, Meknes was once the home of the sultanate during the 17 th century. On our tour we'll visit Dar Jamai Museum, originally built as a palace, now houses the National Museum of Music, showcasing Morocco's diverse musical traditions through instruments, displays, and historical artifacts, it is part of the Fondation Nationale des Musées of Morocco.

MOROCCAN WINERY

The tour will be followed by a visit to one of the most renowned Moroccan wineries, where we’ll explore the vineyards and enjoy several tastings with lunch. Red, white and grey fair trade wines are produced in the region. After lunch, we’ll return to Fez. Relax tonight on your own.

ON THE WAY TO THE DESERT

Today we’ll travel from Fez to Merzouga, a small town within the Sahara Desert. Weather permitting, we’ll pass by Ifrane, high in the Atlas Mountains, and known for its Alpine-style architecture and ski slopes, or Azrou covered in cedar forests. We’ll then stop for a quick lunch in Middelt before arriving in Erfoud for our 4×4 ride to the Merzouga desert camp.

SUNSET AT SAHARA DESERT

We’ll set right in the middle of undulating red sand dunes. This part of the desert is called Erg Chebbi. Legend has it that a noble family refused to help a poor woman in need, so God punished them by burying them under mounds of sand, which created the dunes. Here we’ll enjoy a camel ride at sunset to fully appreciate our magnificent surrounds.

We’ll return to camp for a delicious dinner, where we’ll relish a great home made dinner. We’ll then retire to our luxurious tents for a night under the stars.

HASSI LABIED OASIS

From the middle of the sand dunes, let's depart on the 4x4's to reach the Hassi Labied Oasis, one of the most unknown spots, very close to the border with Algeria. The natural beauty is spectacular and unexpected, the place can be considered a miracle in one of the most arid areas. This area, that was used by the old Paris-Dakar, looks like right out from a movie set with its dirt and stone roads, outlined on the horizon by the Boutcharfine mountains, and keeps the best kept secret; the Saf Saf oasis with its sources of crystalline water stream and home of the last nomads of the desert who resist changing their way of life.

UNWIND IN THE DESERT

Unplug tonight, this is your second and last night in the desert, a magic moment not to forget. A lovely aperitif will be set for sunset, one more traditional dinner will be served with care and passion, and let you go and enjoy the traditional Gwana music! 

THROUGH THE 1001 KASBAHS ROUTE

Today, time to leave the desert across the 1000 kasbahs. Along the way we’ll stop the Ksar El Khorbat Foundation set in an old ksar (fortified village) dating back 1860 built of soil. The Foundation aims at developing the economy of its inhabitants through the ecotourism. Here we’ll learn all about the nomadic Berber tribes, their culture and way of life. Enjoy a traditional home-made meal before heading to Ouarzazate. On our way we’ll make a second short stop at one of the most iconic and well preserved kasbahs in Morocco: Kasbah Amridil.

SLEEPING IN THE MIDDLE OF A PALM GROVE

Find yourself in the middle of Ouarzazate's palm grove in a traditional ocher-colored palace, earth and rammed earth, with tataoui ceilings, zellige walls, zouak doors, where every suite is named after a gemstone. In the evening, the play of light sublimates the palace, the stars are clearly visible and the frogs and crickets break the silence of the night. Be ready for a restorative dinner tonight.

AIT BEN HADDOU

Today we’ll transfer from Ouarzate to Marrakech. Along the way we’ll make a stop at Ait Ben Haddou, located on the lower slopes of the soaring Atlas Mountains. A fortified village made from traditional mud brick, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most famous ksars  in the region, and one of the best examples of typical southern Moroccan architecture. This giant sand castle-like structure was built around the 17 th century, and today there are still several families who live there. We will then continue our road through Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass before reaching Marrakech just on time for lunch.

A DREAM EVENING AT LA MAMOUNIA 

After check-in relax before we meet for dinner. You can check the Bars & Restaurants at La Mamounia, the garden pavilion by Pierre Hermé or the Tea Room by Pierre Hermé. Or you can go to the gym, stroll around the sumptuous gardens (8 hectares), enjoy the indoor or outdoor pool… Time is yours! Then we'll head for dinner for an international taste.

One of Morocco’s most exotic cities, Marrakech will dazzle all the senses. Known as the ‘ochre city’, Marrakech is filled with both grandeur and charm, from its mosques to its old medina. Today, we’ll embark on a city tour, exploring sites such as the magnificent Madrasa Ben Youssef, an architectural marvel showcasing intricate Islamic design. Explore its captivating courtyard and intricately decorated rooms that echo the city's rich history. Other places we’ll pass include the grand 12th-century Koutoubia mosque and the lively Jma-El-Fna square, a bustling hub of Moroccan culture and entertainment.

But that's not all! In addition to our cultural exploration, we're excited to announce our second shopping tour, this time focused on stylish clothes, natural cosmetics, and modern Moroccan design. Discover the vibrant markets and boutique stores, offering a delightful array of fashion, beauty products, and contemporary Moroccan creations.

After our city tour, indulge in super traditional and tasty lunch, symbol of Marrakech’s cuisine.

FREE EVENING

The evening will be free to do as you please, whether that’s shopping the rabbit warren of underground souks for glittering lamps or experiencing the sounds and smells of Jemaa el-Fnaa square, or simply stay at the Mamounia oasis to pamper yourself.

MARRAKECH COOKING EXPERIENCE

We will attend today our second Moroccan cooking class in a legendary riad-hotel-cooking school, a real sanctuary of tranquility, in the heart of the ancient medina of Marrakech: La Maison Arabe. The workshop will be conducted by a dada (a traditional Moroccan female cook). We’ll then eat our labor for lunch! 

FAREWELL DINNER

In the evening, we’ll be treated to a special surprise farewell dinner, details of which we can’t reveal!

END OF JOURNEY

Today, private transfer to Marrakech airport, or train station, or to your next destination in case you decided to extend your trip.

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• 9-Nights 
• 8 lunches and 6 dinners
• Private deluxe transportation throughout
• Private Fez & Marrakech Airport transfers in and out
• VIP Meet & Assist airport service upon arrival and departure
• Two tour leaders throughout 
• Limited to 20 guests

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KATIE BUTTON

Chef Katie Button was born in the South, raised in the North, and educated in Europe. Four-time James Beard Award nominee and cookbook author, Katie Button is the co-Founder and CEO of Katie Button Restaurants in Asheville, North Carolina, including the beloved Cúrate Bar de Tapas, Cúrate Spanish Wine Club, and La Bodega by Cúrate. A Southern chef with a scientific mind, Button honed her craft in the kitchens of some of the world’s best chefs, most notably Ferran Adrià and José Andrés, before venturing out to open her own restaurant with husband Felix Meana and her family. Katie Button was featured as one of Food & Wine’s 2015 Best New Chefs . Cúrate was named as one of the “ 40 Most Important Restaurants of the Past 40 Years ” by Food & Wine and one of the “ Most Important Restaurants of the Decade ” by Esquire. 

FÉLIX MEANA

Originally from Roses, a small town on the Costa Brava in Catalunya, Spain, Felix Meana jumped in to the deep end of the hospitality industry at 19 and finally worked as front of the house service manager for five years at Ferran Adrià’s world famous restaurant, elBulli. Then he moved to Washington DC with José Andrés at ThinkFoodGroup (it was here where he met Katie Button), and he worked as Director of Service and helped with developing and opening new restaurants, including The Bazaar by José Andrés in SLS Hotels across Beverly Hills, CA, Las Vegas, South Beach, Miami, and Puerto Rico. Co-partner at CÚRATE , Felix’s close relationships with Spain, coupled with a sense of adventure and desire to share that with others, has helped him build a unique travel experience through Cúrate Trips.

VALESKA IDARRAGA

Valeska inherited a taste for gastronomic culture from her French father and a talent for cooking from her Basque grandmother, a good reputed chef in that times. After studying Economics and Journalism in her native Barcelona, she went to Switzerland to pursue hotel management studies and she worked at some of the most prestigious hotels. Valeska speaks five languages. She is a Certified Sherry Wine Cellar Advance Expert, and WSET 3 certified with merit. Valeska is co-founder at Paladar y Tomar , she is marketing director and manages client relationships and operations at CÚRATE Trips .

FERNANDO PAREDES

Fernando Paredes is the CEO, financial director, and wine responsible of Paladar y Tomar . The Barcelona native was well into a career in economics when he discovered his true callings—travel, food, and wine. He entered the tourism industry as General Manager of a bespoke travel group, earned a degree in Food Event Design from the European Design Institute, became a Certified Sherry Wine Cellar Advance Expert and passed WSET 3 certification ( Wine & Spirits Education Trust ) with merit. Fernando’s journeys, and passion for food, have taken him to all corners of the world and now besides his many responsibilities he personally leads every tour at CÚRATE Trips .

Morocco Food & Wine tour 8 Reasons To Join

Embark on a culinary adventure like no other with our Morocco Food & Wine Tour , where gastronomy meets culture in a symphony of flavors and traditions. There are countless reasons why this epicurean journey promises to tantalize your taste buds and ignite your passion for Moroccan cuisine. Participate in a transformative trip

The old city medinas in Fez and Marrakech will take you on a journey back in time. Dating back to 9th and 11th centuries respectively, they offer a tangle of narrow streets surrounded by high walls and filled with old world charm. Donkeys and carts still roam the sandy streets, and souks are laden with treasures such as patterned ceramics, lavish rugs and sparkling lamps.

Morocco has a varied and fascinating history, from the indigenous Berber tribes and the colonization by the Phoenicians to the Muslim conquest in the 8th century. On this tour, we’ll see evidence of this captivating history in the ancient medinas, the elegant mosques, the magnificent kasbahs and sumptuous palaces, blended with its captivating culture.

The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, spanning 3.5 million square miles across 11 different countries. You’ll get the chance to try the true desert experience, including camel rides at sunset and sleeping in a desert camp under the stars. You’ll also get to sample desert dishes, including medfouna, the Berber-style pizza.

Experience cooking classes in both Fez and Marrakech and learn how to create colorful, flavorful authentic Moroccan dishes such as fragrant tajines, spiced couscous and delicious chicken with preserved lemon. We’ll learn the secrets of Moroccan flavors and get the chance to shop for ingredients in the bustling markets.

Stay in a range of hand-picked luxury hotels, each one unique: from an opulent riad and a luxury desert camp to a boutique hotel housed in an ancient Kasbah and the iconic Mamounia in Marrakech. The hotels we stay in are just as much part of the journey as the sights we see and the food we taste along the way.

Spread out along 230km between Ouarzazate and Goulmima are around 1000 kasbahs, grand sand castle-like desert architecture, typical of southern Morocco. During our tour, we’ll see several of these kasbahs, and even get to stay in one.

Morocco enjoys a unique culture that’s unlike any of its neighbouring countries. It’s an assault on all five senses with a delicious cuisine, a mix of Arabic and French influences, grand and lavish architecture, as well as bags of old world charm. We’ll also get to experience the original Moroccan culture of the Berber tribes in the desert.

Sweet, pungent mint tea is one of Morocco’s most famous drinks. It’s served in small glasses from an elegant silver pot and is made with real mint leaves and lashings of sugar. More than just a drink however, Moroccan mint tea is full of tradition and has become a symbol of hospitality and friendship.

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Tour gastronómico

Una ruta con buen sabor de boca.

Una visita completa por Marruecos pasa por degustar y entender su gastronomía.

Disfruta de sus sabores con este tour gastronómico por Fez.

Nos encontraremos en vuestro hotel , comenzaremos a pasear por el centro de esta vibrante ciudad en busca de los mejores platos típicos de Marruecos.

La gastronomía marroquí es una sinfonía de sabores que aúna ingredientes de la cocina bereber, árabe y mediterránea. Una exótica mezcla que, sin duda, os dejará enamorados tras este tour gastronómico.

Pasearemos por las calles de Fez y haremos hasta seis paradas para degustar los productos típicos de la zona. Probaremos distintos dulces marroquís, refrescantes zumos naturales recién exprimidos y, cómo no, las famosas pastillas, una de las recetas más típicas de la ciudad. ¿Todavía no sabéis qué son las pastillas? Os adelantamos que os van a encantar.

Al final del recorrido, nos detendremos para disfrutar de un estupendo almuerzo en uno de los mejores restaurantes locales. Podremos degustar una gran variedad de platos típicos de la gastronomía marroquí.

Opciones para vegetarianos

Es posible adaptar los platos incluidos en el tour para personas vegetarianas. Tan solo debéis indicarlo en el apartado de comentarios al hacer la reserva.

• Duración: 4 horas.
• Incluye: Guía Oficial. 6 paradas para degustar platos típicos. Almuerzo en un restaurante local. Bebidas no alcohólicas.

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Gastronomic tour of Morocco.

About This Trip:

There is no perfect way to get to know Morocco except by experiencing authentic restaurants. From baking traditional bread and making tagine in a Berbers village near Marrakech, to sipping cups of morning mint tea paired with Moroccan cheese after exploring Fez Medina, to purchasing ingredients in souks and discussing culinary customs with the chef in Rabat...Combining local cuisine and city explorations of the imperial cities of Marrakech, Fez, Meknes, and Casablanca, this 11-day tour is sure to be a lifetime!

Hihjlights:

• Marrakech :Marrakech Old Quarter Exploration, Visit Berber Village and Know About Local Life
• Fez :Old Medina, Cheese-Tasting Experience
• Fez – Rabat :Meknes, Volubilis Roman Ruins, Moulay Idriss
• Rabat :Cooking Class with Local Chef, Rabat City Highlights Tour
• Casablanca :Take Some Leisure Time Before Departure

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 4x4, furgoneta o autobús en buen estado para el transporte, incluido el combustible
• Official art historian guide
• Professional driver
• An experienced & multilingual driver/guide
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities

Day 1: Check into Marrakech.

Welcome to Morocco! Rendezvous with your English-speaking driver in the arrivals hall of Marrakech Menara Airport, and then pick up a private car at your city hotel. The time left is free for you to recuperate from jet lag or look around.

Day 2: Marrakech, the Old Quarter

Today you will have a full day to learn about architecture, history and local life in Marrakesh's old quarter. Following your guide, you will visit the tiny and delicate Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque. Today's tour will end with an exploration of the souk of Jemaa el-Fnaa, one of the world's most exotic markets.

Day 3: Marrakech, one day in the life of Berber.

The ochre city of Marrakesh was the capital of an old empire built by the Berbers in the eleventh century. To experience the traditional life of Berbers, you will spend some time in a small village learning some of the daily tasks, such as baking your bread, making your tagine, cooking on coals, milking the goats, fetching water at a well, and making mint tea.

Day 4: Marrakech - Fez, Tailor Your Own Perfume

This morning's olfactive experience invites you to adapt your own perfume from basic ingredients. In the studio of Mr. Benchabane, named after the artist who created the famous Soire de Marrakech perfume, you will discover musk, lavender, and jasmine to create your very own perfume with the help of a palette of fragrances. Mr. Benchabane will give you helpful advice in the meantime. Depart Marrakech after the perfume tour and arrive in Fez after around six hours.

Day 5: Fez, Fez Medina

Fez, the first Islamic city in North Africa, was founded in the 9th century and reached its height between the 13th and 14th centuries when it became the capital of the kingdom instead of Marrakech. It is known worldwide as Morocco's cultural and spiritual center.

Take a trip to the Medina of Fez at first. It's an excellent place to feel the local life. You can stroll around the maze-like street and purchase some fresh fruits or exquisite souvenirs. Continue to visit the King's Palace and some tanneries. After the tour, spend some leisure time exploring the old Fez.

Day 6: Fez, Cheese-Tasting

This morning you will cycle to Bhalil, a quiet village known for its unique cave houses that are still alive with people who live there. In the village, you can optionally join the locals in organizing a traditional morning tea.

Later, move on to Immouzer, which is particularly beautiful in spring with apple blossoms. And then to La Pommeraie - a private property increasingly known as a region for cheese production, and its cheeses are exclusive to Morocco's leading hotels and restaurants. Here, you will sample the cheese and enjoy a BBQ lunch before returning to Fez.

Day 7: Fez - Rabat, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Moulay Idriss

Driving to Rabat, your first stop will be Meknes. You can marvel at the Roman Ruins of Volubilis with well-preserved columns, visible streets, houses, oil mills, public baths, markets, and mosaics. Your second stop is the holy city of Moulay Idriss, where Morocco's first Islamic ruler, Idris I, is laid to rest.

Day 8: Rabat, exploration of the capital.

Rabat replaced Fez in 1912 as the Moroccan capital. The imperial city now includes the old town built in the 18th century and the new town built after 1912 when it became the protectorate of the French. Both of these two parts are on the UNESCO list. Today, you will have a guided tour to explore both its new town and old town, including Kasbah of the Udayas, the Testing garden, Almohad gates, Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Habous neighborhood.

Day 9: Rabat - Casablanca, Cooking Class in Rabat

Join a skilled restaurant chef for a cooking class this morning. You will visit the souk to purchase some necessary ingredients and cook a three-course lunch under the direction of the Chef. Enjoy the fruit of your work with some coffee or Moroccan mint tea. After lunch, proceed to Casablanca.

Day 10: Casablanca, Leisure Day

It's a fun day to explore the dynamic Casablanca for yourself.The Hassan II Mosque is the landmark of Casablanca that you should not miss. The best time to view the Mosque is at sunset. The sunset glow combined with the white and green exterior of the Mosque makes it a brilliant picture.

Day 11: Casablanca - Departure

Your Morocco tour comes to an end today. Enjoy some free time before heading to the airport for the homebound flight.

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Exotic and Mystical Morocco

Immerse yourself with the moroccan culture, gastronomy and people., about exotic and mystical morocco tour.

Morocco, described as being dazzling and beguiling, the hustle and bustle of the various Medinas is intoxicating, the serene calmness of the mountains is invigorating. The enticing smells of the spices and the ochre colour of the mud brick houses will be embedded fondly in your memory.

Experience the country, sea and city as we take you on an exciting culinary and cultural journey of Morocco and its surrounding towns.   The Highlights of our Morocco trip truly covers a diverse country ranging from fertile fields, captivating mountains, desert sands and arid landscapes as well as cities, small towns and mountain villages each with their own unique characteristics and people.

Cities like Fez, Marrakech, and Chefchaouen evoke images of medinas, spice markets, and couscous, while the geographic extremes – from the Atlas Mountains to country resorts to camels in the desert – make it eminently photogenic.

Beaches and Berbers, medinas and mosques, souks and sand dunes… Morocco has variety, mystery, history and an exotic culture that has fascinated travellers since long before the modern traveller arrived.  With knowledgeable and insightful guides and warm and generous locals who truly enjoy showing and sharing their country with you.   During the tour, we visit Medinas, Mosques and markets, as well as discover where the Moroccans make and paint their pottery, dye and make the leather goods, weave the famous moroccan rugs, gather the argan nuts and turn them into product, and buy and eat fresh seafood right off the boats. 

This tour is ideal if you have always wanted to travel to Morocco, but don’t want to travel on your own or deal with all of the arrangements.  To experience as much of Morocco as you can without lifting a finger is easy. Our itinerary will maximize your time so you can experience the many different cultures of a fascinating country.

The trip offers the opportunity to not only experience Morocco’s wonderful landscape, but also to meet the people and to learn about their culture and way of life.

***PLEASE NOTE

IMPORTANT : – For this tour you must be physically fit and healthy with no mobility issues.  The tour includes  2-3 hour walking tours, some stairs as some of our accommodations do not have lifts, and most streets have uneven cobble stones and surface to walk on.  

Due to the size of Morocco and the distance we will be travelling our hotel stays range from 1 – 3 night stays in each hotel.  A list of the Riads will be included  in the itinerary.

NEW DATES FOR 2025

2025 luxury mystical morocco - the ultimate tour.

Travelling to :  Rabat, The Saraha, The Dades Gorges, Chefchaouen, Fes, Marrakech, Merzouga,  Erg Chebbi, Khamlia, Tinghir and the Toudgha Gorges, Ouarzazate, Essaouria, Casablanca..and many more villages and cities along the way

LUXURY MYSTICAL MOROCCO TOUR - 22ND NOVEMBER - 8TH DECEMBER 2025 17 Days $11400.00PER PERSON (DOUBLE/TWIN ROOM) $2000 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT SMALL GROUP - 14 PEOPLE

Market Food Tours

Visits to traditional workshops in Fes

Visit to Saadian Tombs /  Majorelle Gardens

Cooking experiences

Music performance in Khamlia

Wine tour and Tasting

Scenic visits through the Sahara

Camel trek to our desert camp

Guided tours to :-

Hassan II Mosque, Oudaya and Mohamed 5th mausoleum, Rabat, Chefchaouen

Ancient Ruins of Volubilis, Mekenes

Inania Medersa, Batha Museum, Nomads caves in Dades

Ait Ben Haddou, Fes, Marrakech, Essaouria, Rabat …. and many more

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Fully escorted tour in the beautiful scenic surrounds of Morocco

Specialised escorted service of Chef Dominique Rizzo, Director and Curator of Pure Food, Wine Culture Tours

Transfers to and from Hotels / Airports and Train stations at the tour start and finish dates

**** WE RECOMMEND YOU FLY INTO CASABLANCA AIRPORT

Please ensure you arrive the day before the tour start date. We start the tour in the morning of the tour start date

*** WE RECOMMEND YOU FLY OUT OF MARRAKECH AIRPORT

**Please ensure your departure flights are later than 3pm on the departure date if you are flying out of Casablanca

 Air-conditioned spacious private bus with our own private driver and Private Guide 

Water and snacks are provided on the bus throughout the tour.

All accommodation in boutique Hotels, Raids and Villas selected for their personalised service, amenities, locations and their food  (Room upgrades are available upon request, prices to be quoted upon application)

 All Private, escorted visits and tastings

Meals – Daily breakfasts are provided, lunches and  dinners are also included as per the itinerary

Beverages – Where stated and applicable, selected wine and beer is included with the meals as well as tea and coffee and non alcoholic beverages.

All guided tours as specified in the tour are included / All transfers by bus, car, taxi as specified in the tour itinerary are included / Admission to all historical sites, galleries and museums mentioned in the itinerary are included

NOT INCLUDED

Everything not included in itinerary (Tour Inclusions)

  General expenses – phone calls, laundry, room upgrades

Transfers outside of the tour dates and allocated transfer times for departures, personal transport outside the tour dates, excess baggage, security and government taxes outside the tour dates

Extra beverages and meals outside of described “Tour Inclusions”

Room service beverages and meals when not participating in the scheduled meals.

All Hotel and Tourist Taxes where applicable in most hotels must be paid by the guest in cash.

Travel and medical Insurance

A TASTE OF THE 2025 ITINERARY

• Day 1: Casablanca
• Day 2:Rabat – Chefchaouen
• Day 3:Chefchaouen

We start our Moroccan adventure in the morning with a guided walking and panoramic tour including the Square of Mohammed V, walk through Old Medina, The Hassan II Mosque and the new Habous Quarter with its wonderful olive and preserved vegetable market and souks. We also visit the Temple Beth-El – introducing you to the Jewish history of Morocco, we wander through the Nouvelle Medina and Ain Diab. Lunch is in a traditional Fish restaurant where we sample an array of dishes celebrated with fresh herbs and the lesser popular but very delicious green charmoula. We return to our accommodation giving you some free time before our dinner in our Riad. B/L/D Overnight in Casablanca 

After breakfast we check out and drive to Rabat. We stop in Rabat to spend the day visiting Hassan Mosque, Oudaya and Mohamed 5th mausoleum and wander the medina, Markets and Souks. We stay for lunch, then in the afternoon, we drive to Chefchaouen. Built on a mountainside, Chefchaouen gives an impression of unreality. With its blue-rinsed houses, the whole city seems to be bathed in azure. More than just an ornament, the beautiful Chefchaouen with its rich heritage brims with attractions. We check into our Hotel giving you free time in our beautiful accommodation, we meet in the evening to enjoy dinner at the hotel. B/L/D

After breakfast we head out early to explore this Ochre city. We take you on a guided tour to visit the sights, the Medina and it’s souks. The inescapable Medina with its famous narrow winding alleys, is an opportunity to mingle with the local population, and to smell and taste delights: from freshly baked bread, to skilfully prepared tagines. After our tour we give you the day to wander and lunch on your own. We head back to the hotel to give you a chance to rest, we will then meet and head back to the Medina for the sunset and dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Chefchaouen. B/D

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Wednesday, June 05, 2024 6:49 am (Paris)

Outcry in Morocco after Netanyahu presents map of kingdom without Western Sahara on French TV

Even though the Israeli prime minister has recognized Rabat's sovereignty over this territory, Moroccan newspapers see it as a provocation.

By  Alexandre Aublanc   (Casablanca (Morrocco), correspondent)

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"A mistake." This is how Hassan Kaabia, the Israeli Foreign Ministry's spokesperson for Arab media, justified Benjamin Netanyahu's presentation, during his interview on French channel LCI on Thursday, May 30, of a map of Morocco without the Western Sahara. This is "a non-autonomous territory," according to the United Nations, but Rabat considers it to be under its sovereignty.

Faced with the outcry in the Moroccan press and on social media, the ministry's spokesman for Arab media engaged in an unusual exercise in contrition. On the social media network X, Kaabia addressed King Mohammed VI directly: "We apologize for this technical error."

During his interview, Netanyahu cited Morocco as "one of the many countries in the Arab world" with which Israel "has made peace," in reference to the Abraham Accords and the official resumption of relations between Rabat and Tel Aviv in December 2020. In support of his argument, the Israeli prime minister held up a map showing Morocco in green and the Western Sahara in white.

Moroccan critics were quick to respond. The news site Médias24 described the gesture as an "indecent act." “Should this map be seen as a provocation?” asked the magazine Telquel , while the Istiqlal party daily L'Opinion condemned it as "an attack on Morocco following its condemnation of aggression against Palestine."

A map of Morocco 'without its Sahara'

Rabat, which still refuses to ratify the Rome Statute establishing the International Criminal Court, has not reacted publicly to the request of its prosecutor, who on May 20 asked for arrest warrants to be issued for Netanyahu and his defense minister. Moroccan did, however, welcome the decision of the International Court of Justice, which on January 26 enjoined Israel to take "all measures within its power to prevent and punish direct and public incitement to commit genocide."

In July 2023, in a letter addressed to King Mohammed VI, the Israeli prime minister recognized Morocco's sovereignty over the Western Sahara. But the first hiccup came in October, when a photograph of his office showed a map of Morocco "without its Sahara," according to Moroccan newspapers.

At the time Netanyahu's office said that it was an "old" map and that it was being replaced. Israel had already been forced to explain itself publicly, which makes its embarrassment, since Thursday evening, after this second blunder, all the more obvious.

"Netanyahu immediately realized that the map was wrong and that it did not correspond to the official maps used by the Israeli government," said Asher Fredman, Israeli director of the Abraham Accords Peace Institute, the body responsible for assessing the progress of normalization treaties between the Jewish state and Arab countries.

Standardization 'crumbling'

Unintentional as it may be, Netanyahu's mistake comes at a time when observers of the bilateral relationship are pointing to the "crumbling" of normalization between Morocco and Israel. The number of weak signals has been increasing since the Hamas attack on October 7 and the siege of Gaza by the Israeli army.

Parliamentary diplomacy is at a standstill, government meetings have ceased and direct flights between the two countries remain suspended. As for the prospect of an Israeli consulate in Dakhla, one of the main towns in Western Sahara, which Netanyahu had said he would "positively" consider opening in the summer of 2023, it has never seemed so distant.

Nevertheless, economic exchanges are continuing, this time without publicity, as is military cooperation, which is at the heart of the rapprochement between Rabat and Tel Aviv. On this point, the two capitals converge in their analysis of the situation in Western Sahara. "Moroccan sovereignty [over this territory] is a matter of security for both Israel and Morocco. We must repel the destabilizing activities of the Polisario Front, which is armed and financed by Iran," said David Aaronson, deputy director of the Abraham Accords Peace Institute.

Rabat, which believes that the Sahrawi independence fighters are supported by Tehran and participate in the actions of terrorist groups in the Sahel, recently pointed to their links with Russian mercenaries based in West Africa. A week ago, the Moroccan press reported that some 500 young people from the Saharan camps near Tindouf had been recruited into the paramilitary force set up by Moscow in Mali.

Alexandre Aublanc  (Casablanca (Morrocco), correspondent)

Translation of an original article published in French on lemonde.fr ; the publisher may only be liable for the French version.

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