There a calm yin yoga session is exactly what we need to process our impressions and to shift down a gear.
Then we head back to the Riad, our little slice of heaven, through the Medina’s 1001 little alleys. We round off our little excursion with a delicious lunch and – of course – Moroccan tea – always a treat. There we experience history, fountains, and architecture all combined in a beautiful garden. Sarah, one of my fellow travelers, and I decide to head to “Jardin Secret”. There is so much to discover and explore! This morning’s dynamic yoga class sets the mood for the day – we are applying the motto “self exploration” to our plans, literally: discover Marrakech on your own! Thanks to the introduction to the city Sami gave us yesterday, we feel properly equipped to throw ourselves into the fray. Over dinner we reflect on today’s adventures and make plans for tomorrow. He leads us to all the must-see spots in this bustling and old part of the city – so many impressions and we get the opportunity to be introduced to Morocco’s ancient culture by a true local.īack at the Riad the day fades away with a calm yoga class. Then it’s time to get ready: our guide Sami is taking us on a sightseeing tour into Marrakech’s Medina. I jump out of bed, put on my yoga gear and off we go! Watching the astonishing sunrise over the roofs of Marrakech and the rich breakfast that follows allow me to forget all the hard work – typically Moroccan! DAY 2įollowing a restful night in a lovely traditionally furnished room we begin the day with a 90 minute yoga session on the Riad’s rooftop. I feel like I have arrived in a little paradise, where a lovingly prepared traditional dinner is awaiting me and my four fellow travelers. It’s like entering a tranquil oasis, all the turmoil stops and from one moment to the next all the vibrant life of the streets is gone. Walking through winding alleys up to the door of the Riad, where the NOSADE team treat me to a warm welcome.
He drives us directly to our home for the next few days – Riad Maialou.ĭeparting the car I dive into the torrent that is Marrakech. Following a quick check I am welcomed by a friendly NOSADE driver in nicest weather. Upon landing safely we head directly to immigration control – after all we’re on the African continent now – for which we had to fill in a little form on the plane. A short stopover in Paris and then directly to Marrakech, this pulsating city in Morocco’s Southwest, better known as the “Red City”, “Ochre City”, or “the Pearl of the South”. We’re embarking on our journey at Berlin’s TXL aiport. Read this travel report to get know what to expect. Pack your bags and head into African sun, to fascinating Morocco! Join us for a long yoga weekend in bustling Marrakech: Experience the hippest travel destination and it’s oriental charme while taking advantage of daily yoga, enjoying the delicious Moroccan cuisine and exploring culture.
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