Highlights of Morocco - in summer from Manchester
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Morocco, from enchanting cities of exotic Moorish architecture, bustling souks and aromatic spices, to stunning desert landscapes of golden dunes, kasbahs and oases.
Spice stall in the souk, Marrakech
Jemaa el Fna, Marrakech
Colourful souk stalls, Marrakech
Rabat
Traditional architecture, Meknes
Royal Guard, Rabat
Fez
Atlas Mountains
Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Ouarzazate
Camels in the Moroccan desert
Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech
Traditional babouche slippers, Marrakech
Koutoubia Minaret, Marrakech
Menara Gardens, Marrakech
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Marrakech.
Fly to Marrakech where you will be transferred to your hotel for a two night stay.
DAY 2: Marrakech - at leisure.
Spend some time at leisure before you begin your tour and get to know what this exciting city has to offer. (B)
DAY 3: Marrakech - Casablanca.
Your tour of Morocco begins with a drive to Casablanca this morning to enjoy the city's highlights on an afternoon included city sightseeing tour with a local guide. (B, D)
DAY 4: Casablanca - Rabat - Meknes - Fez.
Journey along the coast road to Rabat, Morocco's historic capital, and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city with a local guide, including the Royal Palace, Hassan's Tower, the Kasbah of Ouidais and the magnificent Chellah Gardens. Later, continue to Meknes, where you can enjoy this fascinating city, famous for its 16 miles of protective wall, on a sightseeing tour of the Moulay Ismail Mosque and the former royal stables and granaries. Next stop is the ancient city of Fez, the oldest of Morocco's four splendid Imperial Cities, where you will stay for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 5: Fez.
The day is yours to explore this ancient city, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. Why not join our optional city sightseeing tour to visit the huge ornate arch of Bab Boujeloud and the maze of colourful souks and spice stalls in the bustling streets and atmospheric alleyways of the old medina? (B)
DAY 6: Fez - Atlas Mountains - Ziz Valley - Erfoud.
Today's journey will include a scenic Middle Atlas Mountains drive with a visit to the picturesque mountain resort of Ifrane and later, a chance to view the spectacular Ziz Valley. You will stay for two nights in Erfoud, part of the oasis of Tafilalt on the edge of the mighty Sahara Desert. (B, D)
DAY 7: Erfoud - Rissani - Erfoud.
Today, enjoy an included visit to the fortified village of Rissani in the Tafilalt region. Nestled at the edge of the Ziz Valley, Rissani is a traditional desert village yet houses the impressive Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, the first ruler of the Alawite dynasty, which thrived here in the 17th century. (B, D)
DAY 8: Erfoud - Road of 1000 Kasbahs - Ouarzazate.
Journey through the impressive Todra Gorges and past the eastern slopes of the Atlas Mountains to Tinerhir Oasis, with its green valley of palms and local villages, before continuing on a scenic drive through the Dades Valley, also known as the 'Valley of 1000 Kasbahs', to Ouarzazate where you'll stay for one night. A charming oasis resort with an exotic Kasbah, Ouarzazate has been featured in several films including 'The Sheltering Sky'. (B, D)
DAY 9: Ouarzazate - Ait-Benhaddou - Marrakech.
This morning, enjoy an orientation drive of Ouazazate and a visit to the Kasbah de Tourirt before today's highlight: a visit to beautiful Ait-Benhaddou, the setting of many films including 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'Gladiator'. Later, continue through picturesque villages and rugged mountain scenery to the 7,414 foot high Tizi-n-Tichkas Pass, in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains, before arriving in the imperial city of Marrakech, for two nights. An optional evening excursion will be a fitting choice to end the day. (B)
DAY 10: Marrakech.
The snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains rise majestically above Morocco's enchanting 'pink city'. You'll enjoy a city sightseeing tour with a local guide this morning. (B, D)
DAY 11: Marrakech - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Accommodation on Tour
Marrakech: Zalagh Kasbah & Spa Hotel (4*); Casablanca: Prince de Paris (4*); Fez: Menzeh Zalagh (4*); Erfoud: Kasbah Tizimi (3*); Ouarzazate: Ibis (3*).
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Highlights of Morocco - in summer from Manchester
Price from £839.00
What's Included
- Flights UK - Marrakech - UK
- Accommodation on tour in a twin room with private facilities
- Meals on tour - 10 breakfasts and 6 dinners
- Services of a tour director on tour and local representative in resort
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Individual Audio System You will be given headphones and a receiver so you can clearly hear the tour director/local guide during your visits.
- Transfers between the overseas airports and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
All this included
- Casablanca City sightseeing
- Rabat City sightseeing including Chellah Gardens
- Meknes City sightseeing
- Fez Visit
- Ifrane Visit
- Atlas Mountains Scenic drive
- Ziz Valley & Oasis Scenic highlight
- Erfoud Visit
- Rissani Visit
- Todra Gorges Scenic drive
- Dades Valley Scenic drive
- Road of 1000 Kasbahs Scenic drive
- Ouarzazate Orientation & Kasbah de Tourirt visit
- Ait-Benhaddou Visit
- Marrakech City sightseeing
Departures from
- Manchester
Departures between
27 Jun 2012 to 17 Oct 2012
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