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Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakesh
Essaouira/Moroccan National Tourist Board

Moroccan Sojourn - 2010/11 Itinerary

10 days - from $1490

• Explore Marrakech's medina & Essaouira's souks
• Discover fortified settlements of ancient empires
• Experience the majesty of the mighty High Atlas

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Exotic Marrakech
We begin our journey in the 'Red City' of Marrakech. We have time to explore the historic sites and colourful souks, where carpets, ceramics and piles of exotic spices line the maze of narrow streets. Close by is the celebrated Djemma el Fna, where a melée of street vendors, snake charmers, acrobats, story tellers and jewellers congregate in the evening to ply their wares, creating a magical scene and memories that will last long after your return.


Atlas Mountains to Taroudant
From Marrakech a short drive takes us into the Atlas Mountains and the small village of Imlil. Here we walk (or you may like to ride a mule!) to the traditional berber village of Aremd before continuing to Ouirgane, where we spend time walking and exploring the local area and learning more about berber culture. Heading south-west over the Tizi n' Test pass we descend the southern slopes of the High Atlas to Taroudant. We explore this remote city, enclosed by an enormous rectangle of golden battlemented walls threaded with fortified towers.


Atlantic Ocean & Essaouira
We continue out of the mountains and drive along Morocco's dramatic Atlantic coast to reach the white-washed walls, winding streets and long, sandy beach of Essaouira. Blending Arab, French and Iberian influences, this historic and laid-back resort is a great place to end our journey, enjoying pastries at pavement cafés or fresh fish on the harbour, unhassled shopping and exploring its bright medina and walled ramparts.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join the tour in Marrakech. Day 2 Marrakech From our riad accommodation we set out by calesh for a walking tour of the medina and souks; an evening among the street entertainers of the Djemma el Fna is not to be missed. Days 3/4 Berber Villages A short drive takes us into Morocco's mountains to the small village of Imlil; here we walk (or optional mule) to Aremd for a traditional berber lunch before continuing to our bergerie at Ouirgane; the following day is free for walks or relaxation among the stunning scenery. Days 5/6 High Atlas Continuing through the mountains we head over the Tizi n' Test pass (2092m) and descend to our riad in Taroudant; we spend the next day exploring among the city's fortified walls. Days 7/9 Essaouira We relax on the coast among the white-washed walls of this old Portuguese port exploring the medina and windswept beaches before returning to Marrakech for our final night. Day 10 Tour ends in Marrakech.

Accommodations: 7nts Hotel and riad-style accommodation; 2nts bergerie; 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners included.
Transport: Minibus/On foot in Atlas Mountains.
Comment: Mountain walks are up to approximately two and a half hours and all are optional.
Group: Approx. 9 to 12.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s).
Trip Reference: DKT2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Local Payment Availability
10 Sep 1019 Sep 10$14900
15 Apr 1124 Apr 11$15700
20 May 1129 May 11$15700
08 Jul 1117 Jul 11$15700

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2011 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2011/12 brochure, due to be published in October 2010.

The price of a Single Room Option does not necessarily guarantee a single room for every night of the tour. For more information, please refer to the trip dossier / more details for this tour.
Single rooms are available for this tour at a supplement from US$ 630, depending on availability.