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southern morocco explorer
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12 days, ex Marrakesh
Departs every Sun itiNerary... Day 1 Marrakesh The journey begins in this city of souqs, spices and snake-charmers. Day 2 taroudannt Hidden behind red ramparts, this laid-back town is an excellent place to relax. *plus Local Payment EUe300
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Be sure to discover the Berber market. Days 3-4 Mirleft Unwind on a pristine beach in sleepy Mirleft, a town of artists and musicians. Activities like motorcycling and paragliding are possible for the adventurous. Day 5 amtoudi The eerily empty outpost of Sidi Ifni is a haunting reminder of Spanish imperial ambitions in this area. Get off the beaten track with a trek in Amtoudi, followed by a visit to a local home for dinner. Days 6-7 tafraoute Watch this town's famous boulder-strewn landscape turn from red to pink to mauve in the light of the setting sun. Day 8 tata Situated in the shadow of the Jebel Bani mountain, this oasis settlement has a lush palmeraie and an interesting old kasbah to explore. Stay in a stylish room overlooking pretty palms and enjoy the magical serenity of the Saharan night. Day 9 Desert camp Hang on tight for a camel ride across the rolling dunes then settle in for a night at a desert camp, beneath immense Saharan skies. Day 10 ait Benhaddou This former trading hub was featured in the Hollywood blockbuster Gladiator'. Explore the intricate clay architecture at your leisure. The best way to finish off the day is with a meal of delicious couscous. Days 11-12 Marrakesh A return to marvellous Marrakesh marks the end of this Moroccan adventure. Mingle with tourists and locals in the city's main square - where music and mouth-watering aromas pervade the air.
Camel man, Morocco - Ewen Bell accoMMoDatioN Hotels (9 nts), desert camp (1 nt), simple multishare mountain gite (1 nt) traNsPort Minibus, 4WD, local taxi, local bus, camel, cycling, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow EUe200 for meals not included DeParts Every Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary triP coDe
* relax in the coastal getaway of Mirleft * trek through imposing tafraoute in the ameln Valley * experience colourful sunsets in taroudannt
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9 days, ex Marrakesh
itiNerary... Day 1 Marrakesh Head to Djemaa el-Fna, the city's central square, where musicians, acrobats and dancers all converge, turning the place into a living theatre at dusk. Get amongst the *plus Local Payment EUe150
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excitement on a walking tour of the Old Town. Day 2 Plateau de kik Mountain Bike 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 night's 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.
accoMMoDatioN Simple hotels (5 nts), simple multishare 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 EUe200 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 31 May Finish 16 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 18 May 25 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jun 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 2009 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 11 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 02 May 16 May 09 Nov 16 Nov 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 24 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun Walking in Morocco - John Warland
* cycle in the remote toubkal Massif * hike the atlas Mountains * experience the natural wonders of Morocco's great outdoors * stay in a nomad tent in Dades Gorge
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