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DAY 1 Welcome to Casablanca The    DAY 6 Off to Tinghir Oasis and the       Included highlights
         intoxicating sights and sounds of Morocco   Stunning Dades Valley Journeying west,
         are revealed on this epic adventure through   stop at Todra Gorge before continuing to   and must-sees
         an ancient land. Delve into the intrigue   Tinghir, one of the most beautiful oases in
         and romance of Casablanca, immortalised   southern Morocco and home to the ruins
         by Hollywood, before meeting your travel   of the ancient Glaoui palace. Wander the   Explore with Local Specialists
         companions and Travel Director for dinner.   Kasbahs and discover the city as you enjoy   Fes and Marrakesh
         (D) Hotel: Gray                    some free time after lunch. Enjoy a Stays
         Transfers: Depart the airport at 09:00, 12:00   with Stories experience as you overnight   Visit Must-see Landmarks
         and 15:00.                         at Xaluca Dades, surrounded by panoramic   A traditional tannery and dye-pit
                                            views of the Atlas Mountains. (B, L, D)   in Fes, Midelt and Dar El Bacha
                                            Hotel: Dades Xaluca
         DAY 2 Journey to Rabat, Meknès and on
         to Fes Continue along the coast to Rabat,   Stays with Stories                View Must-see Landmarks
         where you’ll embark on an orientation tour,   Promising paradise in the middle of the   The Royal Palace, the Todra Gorge, Aït
         taking in the grand 17 -century Palace   Atlas Mountains, the African-styled Xaluca   Ben Haddou and the Hassan II Mosque
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         and Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Travel   Dades is surrounded by a spectacular
         to the imperial city of Meknès to see the   mountainscape with panoramic views of   One-of-a-kind Experiences
         impressive Bab el-Mansour gate, adorned   the Dades Valley and its Berber villages.  See days 3 and 6 for your
         with green and white zellij tiles. Arrive in                                   unique local encounters
         Fes, where you can spend the evening at   DAY 7 Venture through the High Atlas
         leisure in the country’s oldest imperial city.   Mountains to Marrakesh Ouarzazate,   Travel Responsibly
         (B) Hotel: Marriott Jnan Palace    known for films like Lawrence of Arabia and   See day 3 for how you’ll
                                            Gladiator, blends seamlessly into the desert   make a positive impact
         DAY 3 Discover Vibrant Fes Join a Local   landscape. Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben
         Specialist today to explore the Medina, one   Haddou in the High Atlas Mountains. Meet
         of the largest medieval centres in the world.   a local Imam and his family before crossing
         Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER  Experience   the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Marrakesh, the
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         to the non-profit American Fondouk. See the   'Red City.' Explore the Medina, the old
         Royal Palace and explore the traditional dye-  fortified part of Marrakesh, and its bustling
         pits and tanneries, showcasing Morocco's   souk, Morocco's largest. (B) Hotel: Ryad   See Trafalgar.com
         ancient leathercraft. Join your companions   Mogador Menara                or your Travel Advisor
         this evening for a Be My Guest experience,                                  for dates and prices
         featuring Moroccan specialities served with   DAY 8 Explore Marrakesh Visit the ornate
         wine in a traditional riad. (B, D)  Dar El Bacha during a city orientation with
           MAKE TRAVEL MATTER  Experience   your Local Specialist and spend some time
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           Visit the non-profit American Fondouk and   soaking up the energy of Djemaa el Fna                         AFRICA - BEST OF MOROCCO
           speak with the volunteer veterinarians.   Square in the Old Quarter with its palm
           This experience supports United Nations   readers, storytellers and snake charmers.
           Sustainable Development Goal 15:   Spend the rest of the afternoon lingering
           Life on Land.                    in one of the city's beautiful gardens,
                                            discover the vibrant arts and culture scene
           Be My Guest                      or consider indulging in a traditional
           Meet Khalid, owner of a 19th-century riad,   Hammam. (B)
           and enjoy a Moroccan meal as he shares
           stories of his family’s life, all while taking in   DAY 9 Continue to Coastal Essaouira
           views of Fes and the Zalagh Mountains.  Travel to the laid-back shores of Essaouira
                                            this morning. Consider a delicious seafood
         DAY 4 Onwards to Erfoud Follow the old   lunch and enjoy some free time before
         caravan trail south, stopping for lunch in   joining an orientation with your Travel
         Midelt, a market town nestled between the   Director. Journey to the port city of El Jadida
         Middle and High Atlas mountain ranges.   with its unique architectural mixture of
         Continue through the palm-fringed Ziz   Moorish-Portuguese-French influence.
         Valley and past the Tafilalt oasis to Erfoud,   (B, D) Hotel: Pullman Mazagan Royal
         known as the 'Gateway to the Sahara. This   Golf and Spa
         evening, you will dine at your hotel. (B, L, D)
         Hotel: Kasbah Xaluca               DAY 10 Return to Casablanca This
                                            morning, journey north to Casablanca
         DAY 5 Sahara Experience in Merzouga   where you may choose to visit the
         Enjoy a relaxed morning or explore the   magnificent Hassan II Mosque famous for
         desert town of Rissani. This afternoon,   its intricate Islamic architecture, built for the
         savour a traditional Madfouna, or 'Berber   late King's 60  birthday celebrations. Later,                   ®
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         Pizza,' with seasonal fillings and spices.   join your Travel Director and companions
         Later, head to the Great Erg Chebbi dunes   for dinner to celebrate an unforgettable
         and transfer to your authentic Nomad-style   voyage of discovery. (B, D) Hotel: Gray
         accommodation. Witness a breathtaking                                        Morocco is a spectacular
         sunset before dining with local music and   DAY 11 Farewell Morocco Say goodbye to   country. We love the culture,
         dancers. Under the magical Sahara night   your newfound friends at the end of your   people, scenery, food, and our   WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER
         sky, learn how Nomads navigated using   Moroccan holiday. (B)
         the stars and constellations. (B, L, D)                                   Travel Director was so funny
         Hotel: Auberge Bivouacs La Belle Etoile  Transfers: Arrive at the airport at 05:00,   and interesting.
                                            07:00, 10:00 and 12:00.
                                                                                               Lisa

         Included meals: Breakfast (B) Lunch (L) Dinner (D)                             See more guest stories      69
         Hotels: On occasion, hotels of a similar standard and location may be used.   Trip code: MORBA/WMOR  #TTBestOfMorocco
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