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JOURNEY THROUGH MOROCCO
Day 1 London to Casablanca
Fly from London with Royal Air Maroc to Casablanca where you will be met upon
arrival and transferred to the Le Royal Mansour Meridian Hotel for your overnight
stay. (N)
Day 2 Casablanca to Fes – 300kms
This morning leave Casablanca by chauffeur driven car to Rabat the capital
of Morocco where you will have the opportunity to explore the Kasbah des Ouadaïas
with its cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. In the afternoon continue
to Fes where you will stay for three nights at Riad Fes, a former residence
of a noble Fassi family dating from the 1930s and situated in the heart of
old Fes. (B)
Day 3 Fes
Today explore this fascinating city, one of the largest medieval cities in
the world, with your local guide. Venture in to the Medina of Fes el-Bali
declared by UNESCO as one of the world’s cultural treasures and where
the palaces, mosques and fountains are among the most beautiful in Morocco.
(B)
Day 4 Fes
Drive out through rural countryside to visit ruins of the Roman City at Volubilis
and the nearby Imperial City of Meknes. (B)
Day 5 Fes to Erfoud – 430kms
Leave Fes after breakfast for the scenic drive to Erfoud. The road from Er
Rachidia to Erfoud offers some spectacular scenery and the Ziz Gorge, with
its ancient Berber fortresses, is a particular highlight. Stay for two nights
at Kasbah Xaluca. (B/D)
Day 6 Erfoud
This morning follow the Ziz River to Rissani the last settlement and the end
of vegetation before the dunes of the sand sea begin. Later return to Erfoud
and in the afternoon travel by four-wheel drive vehicle to the incredible
Merzouga Sand Sea. (B/D)
Day 7 Erfoud to Ouarzazate – 315kms
Today drive through some of the finest scenery in Morocco following the ‘Kasbah
Route’ to Ouarzazate, taking time to stop en-route to visit the Todra
and Dades Gorges. On your arrival stay for two nights 40kms outside of Ouarzazate
at Les Jardins de Skoura, an old farm dwelling that has been beautifully developed
into a charming guesthouse. (B/D)
Day 8 Ouarzazate to Marrakech – 230kms
This morning visit the magnificent Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the best
preserved, and most famous, of the entire Atlas region. Afterwards continue
through the mountains to visit Kasbah Telouet a former palace of the Berber
chieftain Oash El Glaoui. From Telouet cross the Tizi-n-Tichka which at 2,260
metres is the highest pass in Morocco. In the afternoon arrive into Marrakech
where you will stay for three nights at the Jardins de La Koutoubia Hotel.
(B)
Day 9 Marrakech
Marrakech is one of the world’s great cities with the High Atlas Mountains,
normally snow capped until late spring, forming a dramatic backdrop to the
magnificent ochre walls that surround the vibrant and colourful Medina. Today,
tour the city with your guide visiting the 12th Century Koutoubia Minaret,
the beautiful carvings of the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace which is
noted for its fine architecture. Walk through the souks teeming with shops
and craftsmen to the famous Jemaa el Fna Square which comes alive at sunset
with its vibrant mix of entertainers. (B)
Day 10 Marrakech to Essaouira
This morning leave Marrakech and drive to the beautiful coastal town of Essaouira
where you will stay at the Heure Bleue Hotel for the next three nights. With twisting
lanes, low white–washed buildings and picturesque harbour, Essaouira is a relaxing and
atmospheric place to spend your remaining few days in Morocco. (B)
Day 11 Essaouira
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Day 12
At leisure to relax and enjoy Essaouira. (B)
Day 13 Essaouira to Marrakech
Marrakech to London
Today leave your hotel and return to Marrakech Airport in good time to catch your
return flight to London with Royal Air Maroc. (B)
STAYING ON
Extend your stay in Ouarzazate with a visit to the Draâ Valley. Noted for its red earth coloured Kasbahs and villages this exotic region offers an excellent opportunity to experience another side of Moroccan culture.
Relax on Morocco’s Atlantic coast in the beautiful white-washed town of Essaouira. Easily reached by car from Taroudant, Essaouira has a distinctive Mediterranean atmosphere which is also delightfully Moroccan. Please click here for details.
Experience the real Morocco with a stay in one of the many beautiful and luxurious riads. Private houses situated in the Medina of a city, Marrakech and Essaouira offer a number of excellent properties that will not only offer a genuine insight into the true traditions and culture of the country but also leave a lasting memory.
Planning your journey: We can design a unique journey to suit you as our tours are totally tailor made. By combining your own ideas with our knowledge and experience we can help you to create your own journey tailored exactly to your requirements Once you have formulated your ideas, or if you require some general or specific advice, please call us on 01892 515966 or simply send your ideas to pettitts@btconnect.com. On receipt of your enquiry we will provide you with a full written quotation together with our suggestions and recommendations.
A Guide to Price – JOURNEY THROUGH MOROCCO
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £3,350. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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