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14 Days
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 legendary citadel at Telouet and then drive across the celebrated Tizi n Tichka pass (2260m), with spectacular views, and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Day 10/Marrakech We spend several hours exploring the old city, with the Atlas Mountains rising in the distance. In the evening we visit Jemaa el Fna a huge open-air square where we watch fire-eaters and snake-charmers and can enjoy dinner al fresco. Days 11-12/Essaouira We travel to the laid-back coastal town of Essaouira (meaning little picture) where you have two days to relax and explore. Known for its quaint whitewashed houses, theres a lot to see and do.
Kasbahs & Coast
Morocco is an awesome country to explore. We check out the famous Imperial cities of Fes and Marrakech, experience the romance of the Sahara, visit several outstanding mud-brick towns and villages and finish up on the coast at the beautiful low-key resort of Essaoiura.
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trip info
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Ait Benhaddou
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Easy. Transport: camel, local bus, minibus, taxi, train. Accommodation: 1 night camping, 12 nights budget/tourist class hotels. Meals: 13 breakfasts, 3 dinners. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$200 from each person on Day 1. Tour Code: GEKC. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gekc
Start Sun 2007 11-Nov 25-Nov 09-Dec 23-Dec 2008 06-Jan 20-Jan 03-Feb 17-Feb 02-Mar Finish Sat 24-Nov 08-Dec 22-Dec 05-Jan 19-Jan 02-Feb 16-Feb 01-Mar 15-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 29-Mar 12-Apr 19-Apr 26-Apr 10-May 17-May 24-May 07-Jun 21-Jun 05-Jul 19-Jul 02-Aug 16-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 30-Aug 13-Sep 27-Sep 04-Oct 11-Oct 25-Oct 08-Nov 22-Nov 06-Dec 20-Dec 03-Jan 17-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 31-Jan 14-Feb 28-Feb 14-Mar 28-Mar 11-Apr 25-Apr 02-May 09-May 23-May 30-May 06-Jun 13-Jun
SPAIN
Days 13-14/Marrakech
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
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 3-4/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 5-6/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. In the 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.
We travel back to Marrakech where theres time for further sightseeing or last-minute shopping. Our Moroccan adventure ends the following morning.
Kasbahs & Coast Meknes Casablanca ATLANTIC OCEAN Fes
MOROCCO
Midelt Marrakech
Essaouira
Dades Valley Todra Gorge Ait Benhaddou Merzouga
www.geckosadventures.co.uk
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