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16 days, Casablanca to Marrakesh
itiNerary... Day 1 casablanca This bustling port is home to a distinct brand of French neo-mauresque colonial architecture, as well as the best nightlife in the country. Day 2 rabat/Volubilis *plus Local Payment EU¬300
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Get acquainted with the Moroccan way of life at rural Moulay Idriss, starting point for exploring the fascinating Roman ruins of Volubilis. Days 3-4 Fes Make a morning visit to the imperial city of Meknes, before being amazed by the the living medieval museum that is Fes. Days 5-6 chefchaouen Blue-rinsed houses and cobbled stone streets against a backdrop of majestic mountains make postcard-perfect photographs. Days 7-8 Marrakesh Rub shoulders with musicians, snake-charmers, storytellers, acrobats and more in Djemaa el-Fna, the heart of Marrakesh. Day 9 high atlas Mountains Hike up to scenic Armed to experience warm Berber hospitality. Day 10 ait Benhaddou Inspect the fine clay architecture of this ancient kasbah, before trying your hand at Moroccan cooking. Day 11 Desert camp Ride a camel over the rolling sand dunes of the Sahara and fall asleep under a blanket of stars. Day 12 taroudannt The markets within the rosy ramparts of this town are a good place to pick up a souvenir. Days 13-14 essaouira Take in the scenic sights and fragrant scents of seaside Essaouira, a haven for artists and woodworkers. Days 15-16 Marrakesh Return to Marrakesh and enjoy free time to explore this magical city. Admire the minaret-studded skyline or relax amid the orchards and olive groves of one of the citys many beautiful gardens.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2006, Morning camels, desert camp - Fiona Anne Baker accoMMoDatioN Hotels (13 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt) traNsPort Overnight train, train, private van, 4WD, taxi, share taxi, local bus, camel, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 12 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow EU¬200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 05 Apr 19 Apr 03 May 17 May 31 May 14 Jun 28 Jun 12 Jul 26 Jul Finish 20 Apr 04 May 18 May 01 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jun 13 Jul 27 Jul 10 Aug 09 Aug 23 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 04 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 15 Nov 24 Aug 07 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 19 Oct 02 Nov 16 Nov 30 Nov 2009 21 Feb 07 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 02 May 09 May 08 Mar 22 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 17 May 24 May 16 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jun 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun 05 Jul 12 Jul
" explore the roman ruins of Volubilis " ride a camel over the sands of the sahara " experience the sights, sounds and scents of Moroccos great souqs
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9 days, ex Marrakesh
itiNerary... Day 1 Marrakesh Head to Djemaa el-Fna, the citys central square, where musicians, acrobats and dancers converge, turning the place into a living theatre at dusk. Get amongst the *plus Local Payment EU¬150
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excitement on a walking tour of the Old Town. Day 2 Plateau de kik Mountain Biking Escape the clamour of Marrakesh in the village of Plateau de Kik. Take to the hills on a mountain bike, passing crop terraces, hidden villages and bizarre rock formations. Later, take a short hike to the village of Armed. Days 3-4 high atlas trek Perched on a rocky outcrop, tranquil Armed is the base for the next two days. Enjoy a warm welcome from local hosts and after a good nights rest, embark on a two day scenic hike in the majestic Atlas Mountains. Later, try rejuvenating with a visit to a local hammam or just kick back on the terrace of our mountain gite. Day 5 ait Benhaddou Explore the maze of alleyways of this World Heritage-listed kasbah, once an important stop for the caravans trading salt, gold, ivory and slaves. Then sit back by the pool to watch the red walls glow at sunset. Day 6 Dades Gorge Spend tonight in a nomad tent in the beautiful surrounds of Dades Gorge. Day 7 todra Gorge Marvel at impressive limestone cliffs, discover bizarre rock formations and get up close to nature while hiking in the stunning Todra Gorge. Days 8-9 Marrakesh Get lost in the tumult of the souqs, where competing merchants cries create a special kind of symphony. Give in to the temptation of these lavish markets and bag yourself a souvenir or just sit back and enjoy the spectacle.
Walking in Morocco, High Atlas Mountains - John Warland accoMMoDatioN Hotels (5 nts), mountain huts/nomad tents (3 nts) traNsPort Minivan, local bus, bicycle, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners BuDGet Allow EU¬200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.64 out of 5 start 2008 08 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 10 May 17 May 24 May Finish 16 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 18 May 25 May 01 Jun 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 11 Oct 08 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jun 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 2009 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 11 Apr 18 Apr 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 25 Apr 02 May 16 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 03 May 10 May 24 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun
" cycle in the remote toubkal Massif " hike the atlas Mountains " experience the natural wonders of Moroccos great outdoors " stay in a nomad tent in Dades Gorge
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