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Marrakech/Jane Sweeney
Skala du Port, Essaouira/Jane Crane

Magical Morocco - An In Style Family Holiday in Morocco - 2010/11 Itinerary

10 days - from $1530

• Characterful Riad and Kasbah style accommodation
• Explore Marrakech's medina & Essaouira's souks
• Experience the majesty of the mighty High Atlas

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Exotic Marrakech
We begin our journey in the 'Red City' of Marrakech. A feast for the senses, 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 Immouzer
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 and southern slopes of the High Atlas to Taroudant. From it's fortified battlements we explore nearby Tiout, once a Glaoui empire stronghold.


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 Marrakech. Day 2 Marrakech From our riad accommodation we set out on a walking tour of the medina and souks and an evening among the street entertainers of the Djemma el Fna. 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 kasbah accommodation at Ouirgane; the following day is free for walks or relaxation among the stunning scenery. Day 5 High Atlas Continuing through the mountains we head over the Tizi n' Test pass (2092m) and descend to our riad in the fortified town of Taroudant. Day 6 Tiout Oasis We explore the verdant palm groves and ruins of the caid's kasbah. 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 End Marrakech.

Accommodation: 9nts hotel a range of Dar, Riad and kasbah style accommodation selected for comfort and character; 9 breakfasts & 1 lunch 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: FDM2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Child Price in US$ Local Payment Availability
30 Jul 1008 Aug 10$1530$1360 0
13 Aug 1022 Aug 10$1530$1360 0
15 Oct 1024 Oct 10$1530$1360 0
08 Apr 1117 Apr 11$1600$1430 0
05 Aug 1114 Aug 11$1600$1430 0
19 Aug 1128 Aug 11$1600$1430 0

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2010 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2010/11 brochure, due to be published in October 2009.