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Morocco
11 Days
Backroads of Morocco
This trip introduces the many different faces of Morocco. We explore the incredible medieval city of Fes, the timeless sand dunes of the Sahara, and mud-brick cities which date back to the Middle Ages. Along the way we meet the friendly local people and enjoy wonderful landscapes.
n CasabLanCa n meknes n fes (medieVaL CiTy) n sand dunes aT erg Chebbi n deserT CamP n CameL ride n aiT benhaddou n TeLoueT n dades VaLLey n Todra gorge n marrakeCh
Day 1/Casablanca Our trip starts today in Casablanca. No activities are planned so you may arrive at any time. Day 2/Casablanca - Meknes We have time to visit the impressive Mosque of Hassan II and later take the train to Meknes, where a local guide takes us through the beautiful old medina, visiting the lovely Medresse Bou Inania. Days 3-/Fes We continue by train to Fes, a vibrant city full of atmosphere and colour. We enjoy a half-day guided tour of the old city and the rest of our time is free to explore the winding streets, crowded bazaars, historic houses and ancient dye pits that make this city so unique. Days 5-/Midelt - Merzouga - Erg Chebbi Nestled between the High and Middle Atlas, Midelt is in a beautiful setting, and is fantastic place to enjoy an afternoon walk. The next morning we drive to Merzouga and on to Erg Chebbi, where we spend the night in a simple desert camp and enjoy a camel ride through the sand dunes. Days 7-8/Todra Gorge - Dades Valley - Ait Benhaddou Leaving the beautiful desert behind, we head to Todra Gorge. Mud brick kasbahs, unbelievably green palm groves and fields, and deep, colourful gorges make this area truly spectacular. We enjoy leisurely scenic walks in both Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley, and have an afternoon to discover Moroccos most famous kasbah at Ait Benhaddou. Day 9/High Atlas - Marrakech We visit the crumbling mud-brick citadel at Telouet and enjoy spectacular views of the High Atlas as we cross Tizi n Tichka pass (2260m) on our way to Marrakech, which we reach in the late afternoon. Days 10-11/Marrakech Marrakech is a lovely city, with the Atlas Mountains rising in the distance. We enjoy an orientation walk around the old centre and in the evening we visit the incredible main square (Jemaa el Fna) to watch fire-eaters, snake-charmers and storytellers. We can eat here in one of many open-air restaurants. Our trip ends the following morning. Additional accommodation is available in Marrakech on request.
trip info
Prices: See page 2.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Easy. Transport: camel, minibus, taxi, train. Accommodation: 1 night camping, 9 nights budget/tourist class hotels. Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 dinners. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$200 from each person on Day 1. Tour Code: GEBM. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gebm
Start Sun 2007 11-Nov 25-Nov 09-Dec 23-Dec 2008 06-Jan 20-Jan 03-Feb 17-Feb 02-Mar Finish Wed 21-Nov 05-Dec 19-Dec 02-Jan 16-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 27-Feb 12-Mar 16-Mar 30-Mar 06-Apr 13-Apr 27-Apr 04-May 11-May 25-May 08-Jun 22-Jun 06-Jul 20-Jul 03-Aug 26-Mar 09-Apr 16-Apr 23-Apr 07-May 14-May 21-May 04-Jun 18-Jun 02-Jul 16-Jul 30-Jul 13-Aug 17-Aug 31-Aug 14-Sep 21-Sep 28-Sep 12-Oct 26-Oct 09-Nov 23-Nov 07-Dec 21-Dec 2009 04-Jan 27-Aug 10-Sep 24-Sep 01-Oct 08-Oct 22-Oct 05-Nov 19-Nov 03-Dec 17-Dec 31-Dec 14-Jan 18-Jan 01-Feb 15-Feb 01-Mar 15-Mar 29-Mar 12-Apr 19-Apr 26-Apr 10-May 17-May 24-May 31-May 28-Jan 11-Feb 25-Feb 11-Mar 25-Mar 08-Apr 22-Apr 29-Apr 06-May 20-May 27-May 03-Jun 10-Jun
DiD yoU knoW?
Mint tea is the delicious national drink of Morocco. It is served all SPAIN MEDITERRANEAN S day long, in tiny tea glasses and is usually super sweet.
Backroads of Morocco
Meknes
Fes
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Casablanca
MOROCCO
Midelt Marrakech
Dades Valley Todra Gorge Ait Benhaddou Merzouga
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