Ifrane was established during the French protectorate in Morocco in 1928. The landscape of the region is comparable to that found in Europe. The goal was to provide a place where the French could spend their summer holidays
The primary changeless settlement of the zone dates to the 16th century, when a sharîf by the name of Sîdî ‘Abd al-Salâm established his community within the Tizguit Valley, 7 km downstream from the displayed town. In Tamazight, the territorial Berber dialect, Yfran implies “caves”. Sîdî ‘Abd al-Salâm’s town, called Zaouiat Sidi Abdeslam (or essentially the zâwiyah), is comprised, to begin with of cave residences hollowed out of the limestone valley divider.
As it were within the final fifty a long time or so have its occupants built houses aboveground. The caves which presently lie beneath these houses are still utilized as troughs for creatures and for capacity.
Your Accommodation / Airport, Train-Bus Station or wherever you want
15 Minutes Before Departure
After breakfast, Your driver will be there waiting for you at the meeting point and start the journey In order to enjoy the day trip from the beginning, we are going to start our Morocco travel early in the morning. There are many things to do during the day, but first, we will begin from Fez towards Berber towns.
However, we have to come across various towns through the town of Bhalil, Immouzer, and Sefrou town, and Ifrane then goes within beautiful forests of Cedar trees in Ifrane where the area is magnificent. There are many exotic butterflies to find in the natural reserve of the forest. They are really exciting and exclusive for the Cedar Forests region. After that, we will arrive in Berber towns where native Berbers live their traditional way of life in the heart of the mountains. You are going to see them and maybe share mint tea with them. They are very friendly and welcoming so you probably like their companion.
Our next destination is the Nomadic tribes in Bhalil town where Berber caves exist. Inside the Barbarian tribe, we will visit a family in a tent where you will enjoy a different lifestyle of living. There, you are going to know more about the Nomadic traditions, values, and morals. You will have information about their life, conditions, how they provide a living, and what they usually do. This is a cultural living where you are introduced to a welcoming different culture.
After that, we will continue the way to Ifrane, or ” the Garden City” as they refer to it because of its splendor. However, the word ”Ifrane” means ” the cave”, that is according to the Berber caves. Meanwhile, you will enjoy the beauty of nature through unforgettable moments that last forever in memory. Next, our guide will drive us to the following town, which is Azrou. The atmosphere in Azrou is tranquil where houses all have shining windows, painted doors, and tiles.
They are similar to colorful paintings more than mere houses for accommodation. They rise up souls and lift up energy. Then, a lovely lunch is prepared for you in the Berber traditional restaurant where everything talks about authenticity and tradition. You will enjoy the taste of organic Berber food.
After a fantastic day trip to the Middle Atlas and Ifran, You will take the road back to Fez, drop off your accommodation, and end of service.
