12 Day Kaleidoscope of Morocco

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Highlights Escorted Package Includes Round trip flights NYC-Casablanca Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline fuel surcharges 10 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels 1 night Rabat 2 nights Fez 1 night Erfoud 2 nights Ouarzazate 3 nights Marrakesh 1 night Casablanca All transfers 20 meals: 10 breakfasts, 10 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Entrance fees per itinerary Mineral water with all meals Special Features Casablanca city tour Ruins of Volubilis Ziz Valley Todgha canyons Casbah of Ait Benhaddou Itinerary DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart the USA Depart the USA to Morocco. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Casablanca, Sightseeing en route to Rabat Arrive in Casablanca. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city, including the Habous quarter, the United Nations square, the exterior of the Royal Palace and the exterior of Hassan II mosque, one of the Islamic world's most stunning monuments. Continue to visit the Corniche seaside and the luxurious residential area. Then, depart for Rabat and, upon arrival, visit the Chellah and Kasbah of Oudayas located next to the Medina within the ramparts of the old city Overnight: Rabat Meals: Dinner DAY 3, Thursday - Sightseeing en route to Fez After breakfast, travel to Meknes. Here, join an orientation tour of this "Moroccan Versailles", which was founded at the end of the 17th century by Moulay Ismail, a contemporary of Louis XIV. Visit the stables, Grainhouse, Jewish Quarter, and the tomb of Moulay Ismail. See the most exquisite entrance gate within the city walls, the Bab Mansour. Continue to the holy city of Moulay Idriss for sightseeing, followed by a visit to the ancient ruins of the Roman city of Volubilis, founded in the 2nd century AD. Travel to Fez for dinner and overnight at your hotel Overnight: Fez Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Fez Spend a full day at leisure in Fez, one of Morocco's four imperial cities. Home to the University of Al-Karaouine, the oldest operating university in the world, Fez is of exceptional cultural and historical significance, making a tour of the city particularly worthwhile Optional: Full Day Fez Optional: Dinner with Entertainment in Fez Medina Overnight: Fez Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 5, Saturday - Sightseeing en route to Erfoud After breakfast, depart for Erfoud via the montane cedar woods of the middle Atlas Mountains, passing by Ifrane, a charming ski resort, and Azrou, an important handicraft center. Following a rest stop in Midelt, continue to Erfoud via Errachidia and the lush Ziz Valley Overnight: Erfoud Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 6, Sunday - Sightseeing en route to Ouarzazate Today, continue to Rissani, where the ancestor of the present ruling Alaouite dynasty is buried. Visit the 17th-century casbah and the Ksar Abbar ruins. Continue your journey to Tinghir via the Tinjdad Road. Stop to visit the magnificent Todgha canyons, which rise to a towering 800 feet. After visiting the Dades Canyons, continue to Ouarzazate via the road of the thousand Kasbahs, and the Dades Valley, famous for its roses and the yearly Rose Festival Optional: Sunrise Merzouga Tour Overnight: Ouarzazate Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 7, Monday - Full Day in Ouarzazate Full day at leisure in Ouarzazate. Its strange name means "without noise" in the Berber language, which suits this desert city at the gates of the Sahara Optional: Full Day Zagora Overnight: Ouarzazate Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 8, Tuesday - Sightseeing en route to Marrakesh After breakfast, visit the well-preserved and ornately decorated Taourit and Tifoultout Casbahs, ancient residences of the former Pacha of Marrakesh. Continue to visit the Casbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel to Marrakesh via the highest road point in Morocco, the Tichka Pass, offering an impressive landscape in the heart of the Atlas Mountain chain Overnight: Marrakesh Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 9, Wednesday - Full Day in Marrakesh Enjoy a full day at leisure in Marrakesh, the "Red City." Considered the hub of authentic Moroccan culture, the city possesses a unique and unforgettable character, from the Koutoubia Mosque to Djemaa el Fna Square Optional: Full Day Marrakesh Optional: Djemaa El Fna Square Dinner Overnight: Marrakesh Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 10, Thursday - Full Day in Marrakesh Spend a second full day at leisure in Marrakesh. See the bustling Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience the vibrant street life of the city firsthand, or perhaps stop for lunch to sample some of Marrakesh's famous cuisine Optional: Full Day Essaouira Overnight: Marrakesh Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 11, Friday - Morning in Marrakesh, Travel to Casablanca Enjoy the morning at leisure in Marrakesh. In the afternoon, transfer to Casablanca, the commercial heart of Morocco Optional: Ourika Valley Tour Overnight: Casablanca Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 12, Saturday - Return to the USA Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure. Full Day Fez Day #4 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $32 Join a day-long tour devoted to Fez, the oldest of the imperial cities, which is best known for its spiritual and educational contribution to the Moroccan culture. Fez served as the capital of Morocco for more than 400 years and is home to the University of Al Karaouine, the oldest operating university in the world. Fez is also the home of the oldest and largest medieval city in the world, which has remained almost unchanged since its founding in 789. Though the city has endured periods of hardship, it has has emerged more vibrant than ever, boasting its own distinctive culture, art, and even cuisine. Your tour includes visits to the medieval Fez el Bali Medina, the Medersas, the University of Al Karaouine, and the Nejjarine Fountains. You will also have the chance to explore the famous Souks, where craftsmen still practice their trades the traditional way. In the afternoon, visit Fes Jdid, the modern district of Fez. Departs at 9 am; returns at 5 pm Dinner with Entertainment in Fez Medina Day #4 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $62 Enjoy an evening of authentic Moroccan food, amidst a rich and captivating atmosphere. Dine on salads or haria (soup), and tajines or kebabs of beef or chicken, all while being entertained with music, folklore and bellydancing. Departs at 8:30 pm; returns at 11:30 pm Sunrise Merzouga Tour Day #6 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $38 Early in the morning, depart by Land Rover from your hotel to see the sunrise over the sand dunes of Merzouga, a spectacular and unforgetable experience that will leave you breathless. Return to the hotel in time for breakfast. Departs approximately 4:00 am; returns at 7:00 am (depending on sunrise) Full Day Zagora Day #7 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $62 Traverse winding mountain roads southward over the easternmost part of the Anti-Atlas mountains, descending into Draa Valley. Through lush palm groves with small adobe villages, explore the region around Zagora, the last town before the desert. Visit centuries-old Tamegroute, where you will have the opportunity to visit the famous library containing ancient books and documents dating from the 12th century, and then see the spectacular sand dunes of Tinfou before returning to Ouarzazate. Departs at 8:30 am; returns at 4:30 pm Full Day Marrakesh Day #9 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $32 Spend a full day sightseeing in Marrakesh, the second Imperial City, known as the “pearl of the south". Marrakesh sits in a lush oasis nestled at the foot of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. Visit the Saadian Tombs, the towering Koutoubia Minaret and the Bahia Palace. Continue to the Souks and the medina, a labyrinth of stalls and small shops selling traditional Moroccan handicrafts, spices, and garments. A walk through the medina is like stepping back in time hundreds of years to see artisans and craftsmen plying their trades as they have for centuries. Finally, arrive at the famous Djemaa El Fna Square, a unique square which is continuously animated by the likes of jugglers, story-tellers, and snake charmers. Departs at 9 am; returns at 4 pm Djemaa El Fna Square Dinner Day #9 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $76 Djemaa el Fna, located in the medina quarter of Marrakesh, is the city's bustling main square. This evening, enjoy typical Moroccan fare at a restaurant near the square while watching a traditional dance performance. Departs approximately 7:30 pm; returns at 11:30 pm (depending on sunset) Full Day Essaouira Day #10 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $62 In the morning, travel to Essaouira, a seaside resort city on Morocco's Atlantic Coast. Its old Medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an excellent example of a fortified North African town. Spanish cannons still line the battlements while parasols dot the harbor's beaches, creating a remarkably picturesque setting. In the Medina, artisans and craftsmen practice their trades as they have for hundreds of years. The city is also famed for hosting the Gnaoua World Music Festival, which draws musicians from across the world who come to play with the Gnaoua mystics. Departs at 8 am; returns at 6 pm Ourika Valley Tour Day #11 04 Nov 2008 - 08 Nov 2009     $38 Depart for a morning excursion to scenic Ourika Valley in the Atlas Mountains. Nestled at the foot of the famous ski resort Oukaimeden, the Ourika Valley rises slowly to the first hills of the High Atlas, where typical Moroccan villages are scattered amidst the towering mountains. Here you will see the natural majesty of Morocco at its finest, a pristine and marvelous place where only the birds disturb the silence. Ourika is also famous for its local pottery, which makes an excellent memento from your journey. Departs at 9 am; returns at 1 pm Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2008 Land Only Air & Land   Book By Sep 26 Book After Sep 26 Book By Sep 26 Book After Sep 26 Nov 4; 25; Dec 9 889 1089 1899 2099 Dec 23 1279 1479 2599 2799 2009 Land Only Air & Land   Book By Sep 26 Book After Sep 26 Book By Sep 26 Book After Sep 26 Jan 6 979 1179 2099 2299 Jan 20; Feb 3; 24; Mar 10 959 1159 1999 2199 Mar 24 1059 1259 2099 2299 Apr 7; 21; May 5; 19 1079 1279 2199 2399 Jun 2 979 1179 2099 2299 Jun 30; Jul 28; Aug 25 859 1059 2199 2399 Sep 8 979 1179 2099 2299 Sep 22; Oct 6 1079 1279 2199 2399 Oct 27 1049 1249 2169 2369 *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, tips to tour manager and driver, and optional tours (see Terms & Conditions). Land only price does not include departure transfer. All passengers must arrive into Casablanca by 8:00am or a pre-night will be required. In this situation, the transfer from Casablanca airport to hotel is required. Hotel Plans Plan B - [details]   Golden Tulip Farah   Rabat This deluxe class hotel is located on the edge of the city near the oceanfront overlooking the Atlantic and famous Mouth of Bouregreg. [more] Zalagh Parc Palace Hotel   Fez This first class hotel is located in central Fez near to the Old Medina. [more] Belere Hotel   Erfoud This first class hotel is located in tourist area only a few minute drive from city center Erfoud. [more] Tichka Salam Hotel   Ouarzazate This first class hotel is located just outside the tourist area of Ouarzazate and close to main attractions. [more] Atlas Asni   Marrakesh This first class hotel is within a palmgrove setting midway between the Menara and the famous Koutoubia, just opposite the Atlas Mountains. [more] Barcelo Casablanca   Casablanca This first class hotel is located in the heart of this capital city in it's business and shopping district close to main attractions. [more] Plan A - [details]   Golden Tulip Farah   Rabat This deluxe class hotel is located on the edge of the city near the oceanfront overlooking the Atlantic and famous Mouth of Bouregreg. [more] Jnan Palace   Fez This deluxe hotel is located in the residential district, on the outskirts of the new center of Fez. [more] Kasbah Xaluca Maadid   Erfoud This deluxe class hotel is a Kasbah-style property located on the edge of the desert near to Erfoud and its many attractions. [more] Berbere Palace   Ouarzazate This deluxe class hotel was built in 1991 close to the city center and offers superb facilities and hospitality. [more] Kenzi Farah   Marrakesh This deluxe hotel is located in a very quiet district of Marrakesh. [more] Le Palace d'Anfa   Casablanca This deluxe class hotel is located in the heart of the commercial district and near to many main attractions. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Include Flight? 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