Accommodation in Fes: Riad Maison Bleue (or similar)
Upgrade option: Riad Fes (or similar)
Morocco - North of the Atlas
11 days from £2690 per person
Often overlooked by visitors to Morocco, the region north of the Atlas Mountains contains a wealth of cultural and natural treasures. Explore the intricate alleyways of the old city of Fes and the Roman artefacts at Volubilis. Heading north you are rewarded with the beautiful, laid-back hill town of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. Completing the journey northwards brings you to the bustling, white port city of Tangier. As you drive south along the Atlantic coast, the capital, Rabat and the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca welcome you with history and impressive architecture.
Route: Fes – Chefchaouen – Tangier – Rabat – Casablanca
Itinerary Highlights
Enjoy the cultural exchange of Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city; from striking tiled palaces to walking through a heady haze of aromatic spices in the maze of colourful souks.
Situated in the Rif Mountains, picturesque Chefchaouen is known for its vivid blue buildings and local handicrafts of woollen clothes, woven blankets and strong goat’s cheese.
The port of Tangier on the Strait of Gibraltar has been gateway between Africa and Europe since Phoenician times. The white-washed medina is home to sultan’s palace and many cafes.
Itinerary: Morocco - North of the Atlas
Fes is one of the largest medieval cities in the world and today explore this spectacular city with your local guide. Discover Fes’s wonderful Medina of Fes el-Bali which was declared by UNESCO as one of the world’s cultural treasures, and explore the city’s regal palaces, mosques and shimeering fountains. (B)
Accommodation in Fes: Riad Maison Bleue (or similar)
Upgrade option: Riad Fes (or similar)
Accommodation in Fes: Riad Maison Bleue (or similar)
Upgrade option: Riad Fes (or similar)
Accommodation in Chefchaouen: Dar Echchaouen (or similar)
Upgrade option: Lina Riad and Spa (or similar)
Accommodation in Chefchaouen: Dar Echchaouen (or similar)
Upgrade option: Lina Riad and Spa (or similar)
Accommodation in Tangier: Dar Chams Tanja (or similar)
Upgrade option: El Minzah Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Tangier: Dar Chams Tanja (or similar)
Upgrade option: El Minzah Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Rabat: Riad Kalaa (or similar)
Upgrade option: Villa Mandarine (or similar)
Accommodation in Rabat: Riad Kalaa (or similar)
Upgrade option: Villa Mandarine (or similar
Accommodation in Casablanca: Novotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Royal Mansour Hotel (or similar
**KEY: N = No meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Private car and driver
- Sightseeing with local English speaking guides
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.
12 July 2016