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Highlights of Morocco
10 DAYS FROM £619
We had an excellent tour director, who was both knowledgeable and professional. She also kept us informed with amusing anecdotes throughout the ten days. Our driver and driver's assistant were very efficient too.
Our tour was very comprehensive and held many highlights as we travelled from Casablanca to Fez, through the Atlas Mountains to Erfoud, then onward to Ouarzazate and finally Marrakech before returning to Casablanca visiting many interesting cities and sites in between
Our particular favourite was Erfoud and our optional Sahara Desert trip in a local jeep. Most of us tourists chose to go on this trip. We were all kitted out in coloured scarves, adorned the Moroccan way! This proved essential as the sand seemed to penetrate everywhere while we waited for the sun to go down over the desert with our young 'Blue Men' guides for company.
We walked round the beautiful village of Ait Benhaddou. To us it looked like a giant sandcastle. We felt privileged to be shown around our guide's home. It was a step back in time. Unfortunately, the dream was shattered when we emerged from his house to find his two children chatting on their mobile phones. Progress! It made us smile.
Marrakech, another highlight was very exciting, particularly the evening visit to the bustling square. We arrived just as the stalls were being erected and in no time, just at sunset all was 'buzzing' as everyone was jostling around buying food or gaping at the snake charmers, etc.
Throughout the tour we had fantastic local guides who all spoke excellent English. We tourists were an eclectic bunch from as far away as Australia and New Zealand, Canada and North America; this made for some interesting conversations during the holiday!
At the end of the tour my husband and I stayed on for a few days in Agadir, for a well earned rest after such a memorable trip.
Although this was our first tour with Archers, we are sure it will not be our last.
So much beautiful, diverse scenery; exquisite architecture; bustling, vibrant medina's, souks and places of entertainment; magnificent palaces and mosques; fascinating traditional crafts; wonderful modes of dress - we could go on and on.
However, the real highlight of the trip was our tour director, Graham Lye. He is the most amazing mine of information, knowledge, wit, charm, diplomacy, efficiency, humour, organization etc. Again, we could go on and on. For us, he made the holiday. Archers must be congratulating themselves on having such an asset working for them.
We have travelled with Archers several times and he was the best. His love and knowledge of Morocco was outstanding and the way this was communicated was excellent. He was humorous and very patient with our group and we believe it certainly made our trip.
Our driver and his assistant were excellent, very patient and good humoured.
A holiday in Egypt has been booked for November and I hope it will be as good a Morocco.
I hope the following will give a fleeting impression of those eight remarkable days.
So to Rabat, sophisticated capital laid out by the French in the Thirties. Wide, palm-lined boulevards. The Royal Palace - Royal Guardsmen in flamboyant uniforms. Our first glimpse of buildings from the Arabian Nights.
The souks in the old city of Fes. A labyrinth of tiny streets lined on either side with shops the size of a cupboard. Thronged with people, shoulder to shoulder, and through the tide of humanity come caravans of three or four laden donkeys, men on horseback, boys pushing large handcarts…. Shy beautiful young teenagers quietly implore us to buy their bracelets, which we do. Do not imagine this a place of racket and noise - there is only the murmuring hum of many voices.
The drive south though the Middle Atlas Mountains. Lush, fertile valleys, carpets of wild flowers of such colour and beauty - we gasp with pleasure!
As we approach the Berber villages our driver, Karim, and our local guide wear their magnificent blue Berber burnous and djellabs - more gasps of admiration.
The return drive through the High Atlas. Mile upon mile of steep precipitous climbs, dizzying descents on roads narrow as ribbons.
The lovely old pink city of Marrakech, famous for spices. After our visit to the spice shop we have coffee in the main square. The Imam calls to prayer, a snake charmer trumpets his reptile out of its basket, a water seller rings a handbell……
Our driver, Marim, should also be remembered for his impeccable driving throughout the holiday. As should Abdul, his young trainee, who kept the coach so fresh and immaculate for us. They were a charming pair.
We are back now in Casablanca and sadly say goodbye. We have been a very happy international group. Many of us will return to noisy, traffic-choked towns, and it will be a joy to remember our holiday in the quiet, welcoming Islamic culture of Morocco.
Barter with locals for souvenirs; enjoy tasty freshly prepared tajines; head to the sand dunes in jeeps and ride into the sunset on camels. Enjoy mint tea whilst marvelling at locally crafted carpets and learn the healing powers of orange and aragon.
Wonder at the beauty of mosques and palaces and be prepared to be overwhelmed by the Mosque of Hassan II. Listen to excellent local guides imparting years of knowledge and history and meet local people who proudly invite you into their homes to share a welcome drink.
Highlights of Morocco - I cannot recommend this tour enough, I really don't understand why this does not rank as one of the top ten touring holidays. The brochure description does not do the holiday justice and I could go on for pages describing everything we saw and experienced. The whole tour was professionally planned and executed and the hotels, especially the Hotel Kasbah Tisimi in Erfoud, were without exception of the same high standards, albeit in very differing styles.
Our Senior Tour Director, Graham (known locally as Aziz) could not be faulted for his attention to detail and wealth of knowledge and amusing stories. Mohammed our driver never gave a moments concern and certainly knew the roads and his coach well. The driver's assistant Abdullah ensured that all travel and transfers were problem free and kept the coach immaculately clean.
Thank you Archers for a wonderful holiday, I have great memories and photographs to look back on. This holiday is going to be a hard act to follow and I look forward to booking my next one with Archers safe in the knowledge that it will be excellent.
The icing on the cake was being guided by Graham, with his sense of wicked humour, admirable knowledge and ability to hold our attention for 9 nights and 10 days. His snippets of local tales, stories of his own experiences and sharp wit meant we never had a dull moment. Travelling with Graham was an experience not to be missed. We learnt a lot and laughed so much. He must be a great asset to you as a Tour Director. We covered over 1,000 miles by coach, and not at any time did we feel we were not having a great time.
Occasionally a hotel breakfast did not offer as much choice as we would have liked, but overall the meals were adequate. Graham's personal advice on what to eat and where, each time we stopped for a comfort stop or went off to explore on our own, was excellent. We tested the real Moroccan dishes, avoided the dreaded tummy bugs and drank the good local cheap beer.
Left on our own, we would have made some big mistakes. If he had any input on the planning of the tour, he did an excellent job.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Morocco, from enchanting cities of exotic Moorish architecture, bustling souks and aromatic spices, to stunning desert landscapes of golden dunes, kasbahs and oases.
Included Highlights
Rabat City sightseeing including Chellah Gardens
Meknes City sightseeing
Fez Visit
Ifrane Visit
Atlas Mountains Scenic drive
Ziz Gorges & Oasis Scenic highlight
Erfoud Visit
Rissani Visit
Road of 1000 Kasbahs Scenic drive
Du Dades Valley Scenic drive
Todra Gorges Scenic drive
Ouarzazate Orientation & Kasbah de Tourirt visit
Ait-Benhaddou Kasbah Visit
Marrakech City sightseeing
Casablanca City sightseeing
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Casablanca - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 9 breakfasts (B) and 6 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour and local representative in resort
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Casablanca.
Fly to Casablanca where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 2: Casablanca - Rabat (included sightseeing) - Meknes (included sightseeing) - Fez.
Drive along the coast road to Rabat, Morocco's historic capital, and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city with local guide, highlights of which include the Royal Palace, Hassan's Tower, the Kasbah of Ouidais and the magnificent Chellah Gardens. Then it's on to Meknes, where you'll enjoy more included sightseeing of the mosques and palaces of this fascinating city, famous for its 16 miles of protective walls. Next stop is the ancient city of Fez, the oldest of Morocco's four splendid Imperial Cities, for a two-night stay. (B, D)
DAY 3: Fez.
The day is yours to explore this ancient city, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. Why not join our optional sightseeing tour of the city where we visit the huge ornate arch of Bab Boujeloud and the maze of bustling streets and alleys that make up the old medina, with its colourful souks and spice stalls? Then marvel at the 9th-century Karaouine Mosque, the city's most beautiful building. (B)
DAY 4: Fez - Atlas Mountains - Ziz Valley - Erfoud.
Today's journey will include a visit to the picturesque mountain resort of Ifrane, a scenic Middle Atlas Mountains drive and a chance to view the spectacular Ziz Valley. You will stay for two nights in Erfoud, part of the oasis of Tafilalt on the edge of the mighty Sahara Desert. (B, D)
DAY 5: Erfoud (included visit to Rissani).
Today you'll enjoy an included visit to the fortified village of Rissani, with its impressive Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, the first ruler of the Alawite dynasty. (B, D)
DAY 6: Erfoud - Road of 1000 Kasbahs - Ouarzazate.
We drive through the impressive Todra Gorges and past the eastern slopes of the Atlas Mountains to Tinerhir oasis, with its green valley of palms and local villages, and west to the Du Dades Valley, also known as the 'Valley of 1000 Kasbahs.' We arrive at Ouarzazate, a charming oasis resort with an exotic Kasbah, steeped in traditional Moroccan culture, for an overnight stay. This area has been featured in several films including 'The Sheltering Sky'. (B, D)
DAY 7: Ouarzazate - Ait-Benhaddou - Marrakech.
This morning enjoy an orientation drive of Ouazazate and the visit of Kasbah de Tourirt. Continue via Ait-Benhaddou through picturesque villages and rugged mountain scenery, Tiffoultoute oasis, where most of the film 'Lawrence of Arabia' was shot, to the 7,414 foot high Tizi-n-Tichkas Pass, in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains, before arriving in the imperial city of Marrakech, where you will stay for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 8: Marrakech. Included sightseeing.
The snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains rise majestically above Morocco's enchanting 'pink city'. You'll enjoy a city sightseeing tour with a local guide this morning. An optional evening excursion will be a fitting choice to end the day. (B)
DAY 9: Marrakech - Casablanca (included sightseeing).
Leave Morocco's magical city, Marrakech, for the journey back to Casablanca. In the afternoon enjoy the sights of Casablanca on our included city sightseeing with local guide. (B, D)
DAY 10: Casablanca - UK.
Transfer to Casablanca airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Casablanca: Ramada Les Almohades (4*); Fez: Menzeh (4*); Erfoud: Kasbah Tizimi (4*); Ouarzazate: Ibis (3*); Marrakech: El Andalous (4*).
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAdd 5 nights in Agadir - 5 Extra nights from £130
Agadir is Morocco's leading seaside resort and lies on a magnificent bay of fine golden sand stretching for some 9km.
On day 10 (Sun) of your holiday transfer to the airport for your flight to Agadir for a 5 night stay before flying home from Agadir the following Friday (via Casablanca).
Accommodation on Extensions
Add 5 nights in Agadir - 5 Extra nights from £130
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View Holiday PhotosSofitel Agadir
This superbly located hotel, decorated in typical desert Kasbah-style, offers a perfect mixture of strong Moroccan tradition and modernity.
Location: Ideally situated on the beach front in the picturesque Palm Bay, just 10 minutes from the city centre and 25 kilometres from the International airport.
Facilities: 4 restaurants; 4 bars; swimming pool; fitness centre; sauna; beauty salon; laundry facilities; shops; bureau de change; minibar; direct dial telephone and computer and fax connection in guest bedrooms.
Activities: Tennis; beach volleyball; beach football; gymnastics; aquagym; watersports.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; satellite TV; air-conditioning.
Options: Superior twin with pool view; single room.
Official category: 5 star. -
View Holiday PhotosArgana
This delightful 4 star hotel, surrounded by a beautiful exotic garden, provides modern facilities amidst traditionally-styled Moroccan decor. The warm and friendly atmosphere here will ensure you have a relaxed and pleasant stay whilst the hotel's central location makes it an ideal base for exploring Agadir.
Location: Ideally situated within 300 metres of the beach and 500 metres of the resort centre.
Facilities: 2 restaurants; swimming pool; Windsor Bar with cocktail lounge; sauna; Jacuzzi; Hammam steam bath; fitness room; hairdresser; shops; laundry facilities; 24-hour room service; safety deposit box in guest bedrooms.
Activities: Massage; beauty treatments; card games; table tennis; tennis.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; satellite TV; telephone; air-conditioning; balcony.
Options: Single room.
Official category: 4 star.
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