Africa \ Morocco Inside information
Getting There Royal Air Maroc flies direct to Morocco, as do British Airways and Easyjet. It’s a short flight of three and a half hours to Casablanca, or five hours to Marrakech. We can find you exceptionally good- value flight prices.
Best Time to Visit The dry season is from May to October when summer temperatures can reach 38°C in the day. In winter, day temperatures will be around 18-25°C, perfect for exploring the souks. May and June are pleasant for trekking and those interested in mountain flowers.
Sarah Slocomb, Morocco Regional Specialist, has explored the country, discovering the best authentic experiences, unique activities and interesting accommodation. Call her and plan your trip.
Sample Itinerary: One to get you started...
Essaouira Essaouira is a charming port located on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Walk - or maybe take a camel ride - along the long, sandy beach, stopping for a deliciously fresh dinner of fish. Surrounded by 15th century Portuguese fortifications, the quaint main town has a web of narrow streets with highly-decorated buildings and an abundance of craſt shops. Activities: walks, camel ride, hammam
Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou Ouarzazate occupies a unique location, sandwiched between the High Atlas Mountains and the expansive Saharan sands. Discover the city’s historic buildings, influenced by its Berber residents. Ouarzazate is also home to one of the largest movie studios in the world. Nearby is the small, fortified Berber settlement of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous for its richly-decorated and spectacularly- located Kasbah. Activities: desert treks, camping, walking, film studio, tea at the Kasbah
The Sahara Desert Morocco’s desert is an area of huge sand dunes that are among some of the country’s most spectacular natural landscapes, the perfect backdrop for an exciting camel ride. Climb the
dunes to see a spectacular sunrise and camp under the desert stars to feel at one in this unique environment. Activities: camel treks, camping under the stars
Chefchaouen For a taste of hidden Morocco, we recommend a visit to Chefchaouen. It’s a beautiful town of typical blue buildings, sandwiched between the Rif Mountains to the north and the Djebala Ranges to the south. The mountain stronghold of Chefchouan has always held sacred importance to Muslims and, until early years of the 20th century, was considered off limits to Christian outsiders. For visitors today, it offers many local handicraſts. Activities: wandering the town, shopping
Morocco’s Mountains and Medinas
Day 1 Fly to Fes. Day 2 This morning you will have a guided tour of ‘the artisan capital of Morocco’. Day 3 A day of culture awaits as you head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meknes, followed by the ancient site of Volubilis. Finally, a visit to the Muslim pilgrimage site of Moulay Idriss. Day 4 A varied journey to Erfoud. Day 5 Camel trek into the desert to stay at a traditional Berber camp; sleep out under the stars. Day 6 Leaving the dunes behind, you will travel via Todra Gorge to the Dades Valley. Day 7 Guided walk through the Dades Valley. Day 8 Today, you will head to the desert town of Ouarzazate, visiting Ait Ben Haddou along the way. The Kasbah is featured in the films Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and Jewel of the Nile. Day 9 Travel east to the Atlas Mountains. Day 10 Explore the High Atlas foothills. Day 11 Explore the bustling streets of the Atlantic town of Essaouira. Day 12 At leisure. Day 13 Enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech. Day 14 At leisure. Day 15 Fly to the UK.
2013 AUTHENTIC £1,790 COMFORT £1,845
INDULGE £2,240 From price per person including flights
For more itinerary ideas, speak to a regional specialist
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