At this yoga retreat, you will be enchanted by the magical city of Marrakech. You dive into the colorful Orient, stroll through the alleys of the old town, and visit magnificent palaces, exotic gardens, and the famous Gauklerplatz. There is enough time to relax in the nice cafes and in the beautiful accommodation. The yoga classes are suitable for both beginners and advanced. Everyone is welcome and allowed to recognize their potential.
Day 1: Arrival at the airport - Welcome to Marrakech
Self-transfer from airport to hotel. There are enough taxis at the airport, and the transfer to the hotel takes about 15 minutes and costs around 25 EUR. On request, Yogitrip is happy to organize your private transfer with the driver. For those who arrive on time, lunch at the hotel.
The tour starts at the Gauklerplatz, on foot through the souk and the handicraft district, we just let ourselves be carried away in the fascinating Medina (old town) of Marrakech! A visit to the beautiful Jardin Secret is still on the agenda. The architecture is fascinating, in every corner, there is a fantastic photo motif. At sunset, there is a relaxing yoga practice with breathing exercises and meditation.
Day 2: Marrakech sightseeing - Visit the most important sights of Marrakech
Yoga practice, energy, and breathing exercises at sunrise. After breakfast sightseeing tour on foot through the old town to the Bahia Palace. Continue through the narrow streets to the Place des Ferblantiers and through the Mellah, to the Medersa Ben Youssef!
Not far from there is the Place des epicé, where you will have lunch together above the roofs of Marrakech. Afterward, there is still time for shopping at the bazaar. If you need peace and quiet, you can go back to the hotel at any time and relax there. You get to know the real Marrakech, away from the typical tourist routes.
If desired, a guide can be booked (optional 150 € for the whole group): Meeting point at the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Medersa ben Youssef) The guide tells many authentic stories about the legendary city and the Orient! In the late afternoon drive to Andre Heller's Anima Garden. Yoga practice, meditation, and pranayama at sunset.
Day 3: Marrakech Gardens and Art
Yoga practice, purification exercises, and meditation at sunrise. After a hearty breakfast drive to the Jardin Majorelle by Yves Saint Laurent right next to his museum. Then it's back to the city center.
Once again strolling through the old town alleys at the Gewürzplatz, you are introduced to traditional spices, herbs, and medicine. You will still have a few tips worth seeing for those who want to delve deep into the city again.
You will have lunch in the old town above the roofs of Marrakech with a view of the Atlas Mountains. In the afternoon there is time to relax at the hotel or explore the city on your own. Yoga practice and meditation at the hotel at sunset.
Day 4: Saying goodbye
After an energizing yoga class, breakfast together and say goodbye depending on the departure time. Yogitrip or the hotel reception will be happy to organize your airport transfer (optional approximately 25 EUR).
Marrakech the “Red City” lies in the fertile Haouz plain north of the High Atlas, and its old town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. The main attraction is the Gauklerplatz, with its famous food stalls, storytellers, snake charmers, and musicians. The unique, colorful, lively souk offers all kinds of handicrafts, spices, leather goods, clothes, decorations, lamps, jewelry, carpets, clothing, and much more.
After the Austrian tour operators have been living in Morocco for more than 10 years, you will get to know the real Marrakech with many insider tips, inspiring stories, and authentic encounters. Visiting all the special features of the city, discovering hidden alleys, and delving deep into the medina is an oriental adventure trip in 1001 Nights.
The tour starts at the Gauklerplatz, on foot through the souk and the handicraft district, we just let ourselves be carried away in the fascinating Medina (old town) of Marrakech! A visit to the beautiful Jardin Secret is still on the agenda. The architecture is fascinating, in every corner, there is a fantastic photo motif. At sunset, there is a relaxing yoga practice with breathing exercises and meditation.
Not far from there is the Place des epicé, where you will have lunch together above the roofs of Marrakech. Afterward, there is still time for shopping at the bazaar. If you need peace and quiet, you can go back to the hotel at any time and relax there. You get to know the real Marrakech, away from the typical tourist routes.
For the retreat, breakfast and dinner are included and will be served in the respective hotel. You will have lunch in very nice traditional restaurants while on the road. The food in Morocco is very varied and good. There is a strong French influence, remaining from the colonial era. Fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms are available in the local markets.
The traditional dish is tajine, a dish cooked in a clay pot over the fire, vegetarian if desired, with lamb, chicken, fish or beef, mixed with vegetables, dried fruits, pickled lemons and olives, and wonderful spices. Patisserie with almonds, lemons, dates, and dessert. The national drink is the "thé à la menthe," a green tea with mint leaves and fresh sugar.
The following meals are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and catered for:
