ANDALUCIAN HERITAGE
ALGECIRAS - MARRAKESH
06 DAYS / 05 NIGHTS
DEPARTURES: ANY DAY ON REQUEST FOR PRIVATE TOURS
Day 01 ALGECIRAS - TANGIER
Arrive at Algeciras port. With all on board you embark on the ferry and cross the straits of Gibraltar to Tangier, a journey of about two and a half hours. On arrival in Tangier, you will go through customs to then be met by your driver who takes you to your accommodation. Overnight.
Day 02 TANGIER - TETOUAN - CHEFCHAOUEN - FES (303km)
After breakfast departure to Tetouan, which has an unmistakable Spanish-Moroccan flavour with its interesting Medina, dramatic setting and nearby beaches. Visit of the medina, exterior of the Royal Palace and the Mellah Jewish quarter, Bab Remouz. You continue on to Chefchaouen, a delightful town in the Rif Mountains. Visit of one of the focal points of the old city the Plaza Uta el-Hammam. You will be able to view the Medina and the Kasbah. Next door to the Kasbahs is Chefchouen's Great Mosque, built in the 15th century by Ali ben Rachid. OPTIONAL lunch in Chefchaouen. Continue your journey to Fes, one of the oldest of the imperial cities of Morocco. Overnight.
Day 03 FES
Breakfast. A full day to explore the wonders of this superb city, considered to be the religious centre of the land. Visit some of the city's most important monuments such as the Karaouiyne Mosque, the Attarine and Bou Inania Medersas, the Nejarrine Fountain and the Mausoleum of the Sultan, Moulay Idriss, whose Dynasty founded the city (788-974CE). Optional lunch in a traditional restaurant in the medina. Overnight.
Day 04 FES - BENI MELLAL - MARRAKESH (485km)
Breakfast. Departure via Ifrane, resort town of wealthy Moroccans, Azrou, a relaxed Berber town, and the village of Immouzer du Kandar, and Beni-Mellal, a small town situated 625m above sea-level in the heart of the Middle Atlas mountain range enjoying superb scenery and interesting road stops all the way. OPTIONAL lunch at Beni Mellal. Continue your journey to magnificent Marrakesh, the capital of the south. Overnight.
Day 05 MARRAKESH
Breakfast. A full day to discover the charms of this impressive 'Imperial' city and its monuments. You will visit the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia palace, the gardens and orchard basin of the Menara, the Saadian Tombs and the Museum Dar Si Said. (The museum is closed on Tuesdays) Afternoon at your own leisure, which is best spent in the souks of the Medina and the intriguing Djemaa El Fna Square. Optional Fantazia Dinner Show. Overnight.
Day 06 MARRAKESH
After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for departure to your next destination. END OF TOUR
- Morocco
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- Riads
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Morocco - Land of Enchantment
This ancient land of great history and complexity has significant links with the Iberian Peninsula. Morocco has not only been a vital source of cultural, architectural, artistic and linguistic influences on Spain and Portugal owing to almost eight centuries of Moorish Occupation between the 8th and 15th centuries, but it is also believed that Iberians can actually find their roots in North Africa.
Morocco has been the scene for much tumultuous history having been occupied by colonies of Phoenician traders; followed by the Roman, Byzantine and Vandal invasions and finally the most important of all, the Arabs in 683 bringing with them the world of Islam.
Morocco today is a vibrant country with all the outward signs of a modern Arab Nation, yet it maintains the classic contrasts of such nations in its fabulously rich culture, which emerges spontaneously at every corner and which is rooted deeply in the daily life and psyche of the people.
The marvellous Kasbahs, Medinas and Souks with their bustling activity and colour are an absolute treat for the visitor, as are the many inviting local food stalls and restaurants where the customary hospitality of the people combines with a rich variety of tastes and flavours of the cuisine.
Your stay is made complete by the inevitable attraction of the beautiful Moorish architecture, the rich and varied handicrafts and the chance to witness the charm of a rural Berber dance, accompanied by the captivating rhythm of instrument and song.
Rabat is the capital and along with Fez , Marrakesh and Meknes, is one of the medieval "Imperial Cities". There are many other impressive sights to enjoy such as Volubilis, the ancient ruins of Roman occupation and Foum El Hassan with its important museum of Rupestine Art located in the valley of the Oued Draa.
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Tours
Ranging from short Fully Escorted coach tours to Private itineraries with your own driver, we have a tour to suit your time frame and budget. Here are a few examples of some of our most popular touring options, including several private tours that feature the beautiful riads of Morocco...
| Fully Escorted Tours: | IMPERIAL MOROCCO -- MOROCCO |
| Tours with Private driver: | ANDALUCIAN HERITAGE -- DISCOVER MOROCCO IN RIADS -- ENCHANTING MOROCCO -- ESSAOUIRA AND MARRAKESH IMPERIAL CITIES TOUR OF MOROCCO -- KASBAHS, OASES AND DESERT -- MARRAKESH DELIGHTS -- TOUBKAL EXPLORER |
| Small Group Tours: | IMPERIAL CITIES TOUR OF MOROCCO -- THE GREAT DESERT - ROUTE OF THE OASES |
Riads
Riads are traditional guest houses that are often renovated and restored homes of wealthy Moroccan families. There is an enormous amount of variety as a result of the individual nature of the accommodations and Riads vary from humble and rustic homes to sumptuous, luxurious palaces. Mostly decorated with regional fabrics and exotic handicrafts, Riads also often have their own internal patios and sometimes their very own hammam, or traditional steam bath. Best of all, many of these homes are located in the most sought after parts of the city and often inside the walls of the Medina (old city). Many Riads are ancient but have been transformed in such a way as to combine the best of the old with the new - enchanting earthenware and raw colours with the finest of life's little indulgences. This is the ideal way to experience the 'real' Morocco in style.
Moroccan Hotels
Stopovers can include 2 and 3 night packages in all major cities including Marrakesh, Fes, Casablanca and Rabat plus many other smaller regional cities such as Essaouira, and Meknes and so on... In fact, with our extensive experience and contacts we can develop stopover packages for almost any city or town in the Iberian Triangle, for any length of time, to suit your requirements. Here are some examples...
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