Highlights of Southern Spain & Morocco
15 days - from $4095
Moorish food and minarets, seductive Seville and simmering souks: this adventure showcases the contrasts and close ties between two mighty realms
A strong Moorish history and a warm bucolic vibe make Andalucía one of Spain’s most pleasant and picturesque regions. Sun-blessed hills and fertile valleys dotted with charming villages are best explored on foot, as is the provincial capital of Seville. Home to the magnificent Alcazar Palace and many other grand structures from its long history, it’s a perfect entry to an idyllic region. Ronda and Granada also bask in former glories, with the latter’s magnificent Alhambra Palace being the ultimate ‘jewel in the crown’ and arguably the most seductive building in the world. Just across the Straits of Gibraltar is another enormous continent, with Morocco at its head. Old medinas, labyrinthine streets, grand mosques and colourful bazaars beckon, shadowed doorways, slanted light and – yes – snake charmers make it a dreamland of exotica; Fes and Marrakech have changed little since medieval times, but still offer surprises far beyond the clichés. These two great countries weaved together form an intricate, eternally interesting tapestry... and trip!
Highlights
- The most famous of the 'pueblos blancos' - 9th Century BC Ronda
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed 11th Century 'Red Castle' of Alhambra
- Fes - the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco
- Meknes' UNESCO World Heritage-listed old medina
- Roman site of Volubilis
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jamaâ El Fna
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Included:
Local tour leader, transport and sightseeing.
Not Included:
Departure taxes, airport transfers, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 19 Oct 11
Valid From: 01 Jan 11
Valid Until: 30 Jun 13
Notes:
Peregrine tour leader, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Starts/Ends: Seville to Marrakech
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Itinerary:
Day 1: Seville2: Seville3: Zahara de la Sierra - Grazalema4: Grazalema – National Park Walking Day (or free day)5: Ronda6: Granada7: Granada - Alhambra Palace8: Granada - Casablanca9: Casablanca - Meknes10: Volubilis - Meknes - Fes11: Fes12: Fes - Moulay Yacoub13: Fes - Marrakech14: Marrakech15: Marrakech
Included:
Local tour leader, transport and sightseeing.
Not Included:
Departure taxes, airport transfers, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 07 Feb 12
Valid From: 01 Jan 11
Valid Until: 30 Jun 13
Notes:
Peregrine tour leader, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Starts/Ends: Seville to Marrakech
Trip Reference: PESM