Egypt, Dubai, Morocco & Arabia 2013 - Travel Club Elite
Egypt, Dubai, Morocco & Arabia 2013 - Travel Club Elite
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<strong>Morocco</strong> h Tours<br />
call 01306 744720 / www.kuoni.co.uk / see your travel agent<br />
s s s s s<br />
Moroccan Highlights<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> the Atlantic Ocean shores to<br />
escorted<br />
the Mediterranean, and explore both<br />
small group<br />
tour northern and southern <strong>Morocco</strong>.<br />
Weather permitting, you will also get<br />
a chance to sleep under canvas providing a memorable<br />
insight to the intriguing Berber Bedouin culture.<br />
1 Tagine cooking pots<br />
2 Bab Boujloud Gate, Fes<br />
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YOUR<br />
ITINER ARY<br />
TOUR DURATION: 11 NIGHTS<br />
h Casablanca: 1 night<br />
h Rabat: 1 night<br />
h Tangier: 1 night<br />
h Fes: 3 nights<br />
h Erfoud: 1 night<br />
h Ouarzazate: 2 nights<br />
h Marrakech: 2 nights<br />
DAY 1 h After arriving in Casablanca,<br />
transfer to the Meridien Royal<br />
Mansour or similar and overnight.<br />
DAY 2 h Morning visit to the old<br />
medina and Place Mohammed V.<br />
Take an optional guided tour<br />
around the Hassan II Mosque. In<br />
the afternoon, continue by road to<br />
Rabat and enjoy a tour of the old<br />
medina and Oudaya Kasbah. View<br />
the well-preserved minaret and<br />
The Mausoleum of Mohammed V,<br />
a historical building considered a<br />
masterpiece of modern Alaouite<br />
dynasty architecture containing<br />
the tombs of the Moroccan king<br />
and his two sons. Visit the Chellah,<br />
the remains of an ancient Roman<br />
city, and see the front of the Royal<br />
Palace. Overnight in Rabat at La<br />
Tour Hassan or L’Amphitrite Palace.<br />
DAY 3 h Drive to Tangier via the<br />
Grottes d’Hercule and Cap Spartel.<br />
Take in the sights of small tea<br />
houses, beautiful old buildings<br />
and ornate mosques. In Tangier,<br />
see the Dar-el-Makhzen (Sultanate<br />
Palace) – a 17th Century building<br />
overlooking the medina, now<br />
home to two museums, as well as<br />
the ancient Kasbah and souks.<br />
Dinner and overnight at the<br />
Andalucia or similar.<br />
DAY 4 h Morning drive to Tetouan<br />
in the valley of the Martil River and<br />
onwards to Chefchaouen. Arrive in<br />
Fes late afternoon. Dinner is at the<br />
Palais Medina or Jnan Palace<br />
where you will spend three nights.<br />
DAY 5 h Enjoy a full day sightseeing<br />
tour of Fes. Visit the old and new<br />
medinas, explore the souks and<br />
stop briefly to view the fountain at<br />
Palais Nejjarien, the ancient<br />
ramparts and the entrance to the<br />
Royal Palace. An optional threecourse<br />
lunch at a private palace in<br />
the old medina is recommended<br />
(extra cost locally).<br />
DAY 6 h Drive to Meknès and<br />
experience the sights of the city.<br />
See the Moulay Ismail Royal<br />
Stables, granaries and house of<br />
water. Drive to nearby Volubilis to<br />
see the Roman ruins. A final stop<br />
at the Moulay Idriss and a nearby<br />
vantage point offering panoramic<br />
views of this city. Return to Fes for<br />
dinner and overnight.<br />
DAY 7 h Depart for a full day drive to<br />
Erfoud. Ride in a four-wheel drive<br />
to see a wonderful sunset over the<br />
dunes. A camel ride is optional<br />
(extra cost locally). Tonight (weather<br />
permitting) stay overnight in a<br />
Bedouin style tented camp.<br />
DAY 8 h Breakfast under canvas<br />
before returning to Erfoud by fourwheel<br />
drive. Journey onwards<br />
through the Gorges of Todra and<br />
the Dadès Valley to Ouarzazate.<br />
Enjoy two nights at the Berbere<br />
Palace or similar.<br />
DAY 9 h Morning city tour of<br />
Ouarzazate. Visit the ancient Kasbah<br />
complex of Ait Benhaddou, said by<br />
UNESCO to be an historical treasure.<br />
DAY 10 h This morning leave for<br />
Marrakech via the Tizi n’ Tichkas<br />
Pass – over 6000 feet above sea<br />
level. In the afternoon, stroll<br />
through the famous Djemaa el Fna<br />
Square and explore the bustling<br />
souks. Two nights at the Atlas<br />
Medina & Spa or similar.<br />
DAY 11 h A half day guided tour of<br />
the historical sights includes the<br />
pretty Menara Gardens, the<br />
imposing 12th Century Koutoubia<br />
Minaret and the opulent Bahia<br />
Palace. Afternoon at leisure.<br />
DAY 12 h Breakfast before<br />
transferring to the airport ahead<br />
of your onward journey.<br />
YOUR CHOICE<br />
OF EXTENSIONS<br />
Essaouira<br />
From £249, REF MO312<br />
This is an ideal way to combine an<br />
energetic tour with a relaxed<br />
extension in the laid back coastal<br />
town of Essaouira, famous for its<br />
long golden sandy beach and<br />
artistic culture.<br />
DAY 12 h Following the tour,<br />
transfer to the Sofitel Mogador<br />
(p97) for three nights in a<br />
Superior Room.<br />
DAY 15 h Transfer to the airport for<br />
your onward journey or<br />
alternatively you could choose to<br />
extend your stay.<br />
guide price<br />
from<br />
£1389 per person<br />
09 nov <strong>2013</strong><br />
high season (24 mar <strong>2013</strong>)<br />
from £1485<br />
Guide price in £ per person based on 2<br />
people sharing for 11 nights incl. meal plan<br />
as detailed, economy flights on Royal Air<br />
Maroc from London Heathrow and private<br />
transfers. Ref MO310.<br />
DEPARTURES <strong>2013</strong><br />
h Mar 24 h Apr 28<br />
h May 19 h Sep 08, 22<br />
h Oct 13 h Nov 09<br />
ESCORTED tour<br />
Moroccan Highlights is<br />
accompanied from Day 2 to<br />
Day 11 by a local tour guide.<br />
NEED TO KNOW<br />
MEAL PLAN h Full breakfast and<br />
dinner throughout from dinner on<br />
Day 1 to breakfast on Day 12.<br />
Breakfast is included in the<br />
Essaouira extension.<br />
ACCOMMODATION h Is all based<br />
on 5 Star hotels.<br />
TOUR INCLUDES h Tour vehicles or<br />
coach for land based sightseeing.<br />
All sightseeing as detailed.<br />
GROUP SIZE h Maximum 14<br />
passengers.<br />
MINIMUM NUMBERS h This tour is<br />
subject to minimum numbers,<br />
please see p148 for details.<br />
GRATUITIES h In <strong>Morocco</strong> we<br />
recommend small amounts and<br />
often, including for porterage on<br />
your tour. For guides we recommend<br />
tipping at the end of your tour.<br />
TRAVEL TIPS h With the Moroccan<br />
climate and altitudes covered on<br />
the tour, regular use of sun cream<br />
and sunglasses is recommended.<br />
Warm clothing for winter evenings<br />
is essential.<br />
NB h This tour has a minimum age<br />
of 12 years.<br />
tailor made & upgrades<br />
upgrades h Upgrade to a private<br />
tour from £299 (ref MO311).<br />
ATLANTIC OCEAN<br />
Essaouira<br />
Agadir<br />
Dakhla<br />
Casablanca<br />
Marrakech<br />
Taroudant<br />
Tafraout<br />
Rabat<br />
High Atlas<br />
Tangier<br />
Ouarzazate<br />
Drâa<br />
Valley<br />
Meknès<br />
Ait Benhaddou<br />
MEDITERRANEAN<br />
SEA<br />
Mid Atlas<br />
Tetouan<br />
Chefchaouen<br />
Volubilis<br />
Fes<br />
Sahara Desert<br />
Valley of Ziz<br />
Erfoud<br />
ALGERIA<br />
IMPORTANT NOTES: During the month of Ramadan commencing approx. 09 Jul <strong>2013</strong> there may be restrictions on alcohol consumption, restaurant facilities and entertainment.<br />
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION: The price we confirm at the time of booking is the price we guarantee. Prices vary depending on the date you wish to travel and the elements included in your package.<br />
Please read p145-149 before you book your holiday. For further information and to tailor make your holiday, please call us or go to www.kuoni.co.uk for the best available price.
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