This short but cultural and scenery filled tour will give you an in depth look at this amazing country.
Hotel Adventure details
Day 1: Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Be sure to arrive in time for your pre-departure meeting at 6:00pm. Your first night will be spent at our pre-expedition hotel in the centre of town. (Dinner and overnight - Marrakech)
Day 2 : Gorge du dades
Leaving Marrakech, we drive through the Gorges du Dades, a stunning valley which extends from the High Atlas to the Jebel Saghrou range in the south. Berbers built many kasbahs in the vicinity of gorges for defence purposes. These many kasbahs combined with the stunning natural beauty make this a beautiful region through which to travel. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - Gorge du Dades)
Day 3: Todra Gorge
Today is spent exploring Todra Gorge, from its plunging depths to its 1000 foot high cliffs. Discover the charm of Todra on your trek. Witness it's changing colours as the sun slowly moves from east to west. Or alternatively, you could choose just to chill out for the day. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - Todra Gorge)
Day 4: Sahara Desert - Berber Camp
Crossing the Jebel Saghrou, we head down to Erg Chebbi sand dunes, which signify the commencement of the mighty Sahara Desert. Transferring to camels, we trek into the desert to a berber camp, enjoying local food and a night under the Saharan stars. ( Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - berber camp)
Day 5: Ouarzazate
Leaving the desert, we travel through the verdant Draa valley, along the route of 1000 Kasbahs, a beautiful landscape. We continue on to Ouarzazate, which African traders once used on their journeys up to Europe. It has also been used as a film set, for Alexander the Great, The Last Temptation of Christ and The Living Daylights. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - Ouarzazate)
Day 6: Aït Benhaddou
We head to Aït Benhaddou, a ‘fortified city', situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is situated on a hill along the Ouarzazate River and boasts some beautiful examples of kasbahs, some of which remain inhabited. Granted UNESCO World Heritage listing, the site had been the setting for many films including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.We then travel over the high atlas mountains on our way to Marrakech. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - Marrakech)
Days 7: Marrakech
Glowing red, like a welcoming campfire, against the snowcapped High Atlas Mountains, the very name Marrakech conjures up images of an exotic, distant city, of magic carpets and snake charmers and of frankincense and myrrh brought in by camel trains. Set within the rose-coloured walls of the medina lies a reality that is not that far removed from an exotic film set – a tangle of winding streets that open onto verdant gardens and dark alleyways that lead to bustling souks. The focal point is the central square, the Djemâa-el-Fna, an extraordinary gathering and market place. Full of colour, spicy aromas and traders. It is best seen in the evening when overflowing with food stalls, dancers, acrobats, fortune tellers, musicians and henna artists. A good place to practice your bargaining skills. And towering over all this is the Koutoubia mosque, the tallest building in the city, and a reminder of the importance of Islam to the lives of the city's residents. Try a traditional hamman, a steam bath followed by an exfoliating massage - its the ideal end to the day. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight - Marrakech)
Accommodation: Hotels
Transport: tour vehicle - Bus - on foot
Staff: Tour Leader/ Driver & local guides
Morocco:
* Marrakech
* Gorge du Dades
* Rissani
* Sahara Desert Trek
* Sahara Camp
* Todra Gorge
* Marrakech
Meals:
- Meals as per dossier
- Fully escorted tour
- All activities, Entrance and Sightseeing fees as per tour dossier
- All accommodation, registered guides and transport as per tour itinerary.
DEPARTURE DATES
TOUR STARTS - TOUR ENDS
Apr 19, 2008 - Apr 26, 2008
May 03, 2008 - May 10, 2008
May 10, 2008 - May 17, 2008
May 17, 2008 - May 24, 2008
May 24, 2008 - May 31, 2008
May 31, 2008 - Jun 07, 2008
Jun 07, 2008 - Jun 14, 2008
Jun 14, 2008 - Jun 21, 2008
Jun 21, 2008 - Jun 28, 2008
Jun 28, 2008 - Jul 05, 2008
Jul 05, 2008 - Jul 12, 2008
Jul 12, 2008 - Jul 19, 2008
Jul 19, 2008 - Jul 26, 2008
Aug 02, 2008 - Aug 09, 2008
Aug 09, 2008 - Aug 16, 2008
Aug 16, 2008 - Aug 23, 2008
Aug 23, 2008 - Aug 30, 2008
Aug 30, 2008 - Sep 06, 2008
Sep 06, 2008 - Sep 13, 2008
Sep 13, 2008 - Sep 20, 2008
Sep 20, 2008 - Sep 27, 2008
Sep 27, 2008 - Oct 04, 2008
Oct 04, 2008 - Oct 11, 2008
Oct 18, 2008 - Oct 25, 2008
Nov 01, 2008 - Nov 08, 2008
Nov 15, 2008 - Nov 22, 2008
Prices: All prices Charged in Australian Dollars
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Extras:Local Tour Payment GBP 139.00
AGE RANGE FOR TOUR 18 - 55 YEARS
At times, optional extras are offered to ensure the freedom to personalise your tour to suit your own taste.
Depending on which adventure tour you choose, additional highlights not covered in tour cost will be listed as optional.
- Items of a personal Nature
- flights, Airport tax's, tips, travel insurance & visas
- meals taken in hotels/hostels
Also see tour packages in:
Africa
Morocco
Desert Expeditions
Camel Riding
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