Best of Morocco (Winter 2012/13) - Insight Vacations - W938HMWC07

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Welcome to Morocco, considered the ‘Jewel of North Africa’, a land so intrinsically beautiful and rich with heritage, it has attracted seekers of the exotic over the centuries. On arrival at Casablanca Airport, your airport transfers leave for the tour hotel at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00 & 15:00. Then relax and settle in. In the evening, join your fellow guests and Tour Director for a Welcome Reception with drinks and a light informal meal.(Welcome Reception)

See the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in the country on your sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Then depart for the capital Rabat to see the mausoleum of King Mohammed V, Hassan Tower and the Royal Palace. Now on to one of the kingdom’s imperial cities, Meknes, dating back to the 11th century, its surroundings remaining unchanged for centuries. See the Bab el-Mansour gateway, monumental entrance to the imperial city and focal point of Place El-Hedim. Make a rare highlight visit inside the mosque before continuing on to Fes. The next day is packed with fantastic sights and smells as you tour this carefully preserved university city, which had its golden age in the fourteenth century, during the reign of the Merinides dynasty. Visit the medina of Fes and walk through its old streets. See one of the oldest universities in the world, taking time to haggle in the Bazaar and receive a gift of Moroccan pottery crafted and hand painted by traditional artisans. Oriental rugs are an attraction for bargain hunters – witness this most important handicraft of Fes. This evening enjoy a superb Moroccan dinner and a folklore show with drums and belly dancing.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner / Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Leave the bustle of the city behind and head for the spectacular snow-capped High Atlas Mountains. Pass through Ifrane before reaching the great cedar forests of Azrou. Travel up through the magnificent Ziz Gorges, past palm fringed towns to Er Rachidia, built by the French at an important crossroads. Your destination is Erfoud, where the red sand buildings contrast against the surrounding desert.(Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Early risers have the chance to witness the glorious sunrise in the Sahara. Venture towards the oasis of Tinehir, noted for its silver and jewelry workshops. Take a detour to explore the Todra Gorge – the Grand Canyon of the Sahara. At Boumalne-du-Dades, encounter the dry rugged Dades Valley, dotted with oases of figs, olives, date palms and with castellated mud houses hugging the slopes. Stop in the desert for Berber tea at an Imam’s house at a traditional Kasbah. The route concludes at Ouarzazate, film capital of Morocco, with everything from Lawrence of Arabia to Star Wars being filmed here.(Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Get your cameras ready as you stop at the village of Aït Benhaddou, boasting one of Morocco’s finest kasbahs. Continue via the spectacular Tizi n’ Tichka Pass before descending past charming mountain villages, dense woods and green fields to the ochre coloured city of Marrakesh. The next day’s sightseeing starts in the bustling Djemaa El Fna Square. After some time to watch the dancers, storytellers and acrobats explore the Medina (old town), seeing the Koutoubia Mosque, whose minaret dominates the Marrakesh skyline. Also included is a visit to the Palais de la Bahia, built in the late 19th century, intended to be the greatest palace of its time. Then take a scenic drive south of Marrakesh to the beautiful Ourika Valley. Visit a Moroccan family home to witness a traditional mint tea preparation ceremony before returning to your hotel.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner / Buffet Breakfast)

Heading towards the Atlantic coast, say goodbye to the snake charmers of Marrakesh and drive back to Casablanca. Now you’ve experienced the traditional charms of the country, Casablanca is a fascinating place to return to, offering a unique insight into modern Morocco. In many ways, the economic capital represents the hopes and dreams of the country. Spend your last afternoon at leisure, enjoying this vibrant city at your own pace. Tonight, of all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world, there really is only one place to be. Please join your Tour Director at Rick’s Café, recreated from the famous movie. Enjoy a four course Celebration Dinner including drinks and, no doubt, a rendition of “As Time Goes By”. Here’s looking at you kid.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)

Your Moroccan adventure concludes with departure transfers arriving at Casablanca Airport at 07:00, 10:00 & 12:00.(Buffet Breakfast)