Jewish Travelers

Jewish Heritage

Morocco has a long, proud history of Judaism. From the depths of the High Atlas Mountains to the wind-swept confines of Essaouira, Jewish pilgrims have been making their way to give their blessings, thanks, and offer their prayers to important historical figures and rabbis throughout Morocco. In fact, the day following Passover is celebrated by Moroccan Jews as Mimouna, named after the great Moroccan-born sage Maimonides, or Rambam. In Morocco, Mimouna is a recognition of friendly relations between Jews and Muslims.

We will help you explore the Jewish Heritage of Morocco, reconnect with your roots and even connect with some members of the Jewish community.  

Tour the different Mellahs (Jewish Neighborhoods) of the ancient cities of Fez, Marrakesh, and Essaouira. Observe the Moroccan Shabbat, recite the kiddush at the Slat Al Azama Synagogue and munch on a couple of loaves of challah afterward. 

Accommodations for our Jewish Tours are typical of the Moroccan architecture of the region (riads in the cities and kasbahs in the desert)

Meals are all kosher-friendly, though keeping strictly kosher in Morocco is all-but impossible. Anyone who tells you otherwise is mistaken. As an example: the traditional way in which Moroccans make bread does not use any animal products and Moroccans typically have a separate bread pan for baking, however, there is no kosher certification of this process to ensure that food complies with all relevant guidelines. Likewise, there is only one shochet in the entire country (he is in Casablanca), so though all animals typically used as meat sources around Morocco (sheep, cows, and goats) are considered kosher, the cuts of meat and the butcher himself may not be.

 Some amazing Culinary Expedition experiences.