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Highlights of Morocco
10 DAYS FROM £635

This holiday has departures available between: 15th Apr 2010 to 21st Apr 2011
744Sandra MoyHull This was our first time in Morocco and our first tour with Archers. We were not disappointed.

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. yes1TN-Moy-HOM-Waiting-for-sundown-Rv.JPGTN-Moy-HOM-Waiting-for-sundown-Rv_TN.JPGWaiting for sundown!292178TN-Moy-HOM-Ait-Ben-Haddou-Rv.JPGTN-Moy-HOM-Ait-Ben-Haddou-Rv_TN.JPGAit Ben Haddou292178Moy-Morocco1a.JPGMoy-Morocco1a_TN.JPGThe Square by night - Marrakech292178TN-Moy-HOM-Marrakech-the Square-Rv.JPGTN-Moy-HOM-Marrakech-the Square-Rv_TN.JPGMarrakech - the Square292178Moy-Morocco2a.JPGMoy-Morocco2a_TN.JPGShadows at sunset - Western Sahara - Morocco292178TN-Moy-HOM-High-Atlas-Rv.JPGTN-Moy-HOM-High-Atlas-Rv_TN.JPGHigh Atlas Mountains - the road we travel!292178TN-Moy-HOM-Western-Sahara-Rv.JPGTN-Moy-HOM-Western-Sahara-Rv_TN.JPGWestern Sahara, complete with lake!292178Moy-Morocco3a.JPGMoy-Morocco3a_TN.JPGShoes - Fez - The Mosque in the Old Medina292178Moy-Morocco4a.JPGMoy-Morocco4a_TN.JPGWaiting for sundown - Western Sahara - Morocco292178744E WhiteSouthampton I have just returned from the above holiday (Highlights of Morocco), it was excellent. Eight full packed days, with a well informed tour director filling in all the historical background from a multicultural aspect in the comfort of a month old super coach made a wonderful vacation.

A holiday in Egypt has been booked for November and I hope it will be as good as Morocco. no1744Peter WattsUK A great holiday which both my wife and I enjoyed very much. Be prepared to meet with many different nationalities on your tour - they make for a great bunch and enliven the off tour moments with their different experiences and outlooks. A smattering (or more) of the French language is helpful. Our tour director was very good (English in Morocco for 15 tears) but he is suffering withdrawal symptoms for Heinz baked beans - please squeeze a tin in your luggage for him.

There were some problems on return with Royal Air Maroc over selling seats. Get tour director to explain and help before you set out on return journey. no1744Ken & Anita GoldUK We have just returned from a trip to Morocco and wanted to express our appreciation for our tour director Graham Lye.

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. no1744Mrs A KeelingBedford To write in 350 words, memories of an outstanding holiday covering 2,400km in eight days is almost impossible; particularly when that journey takes us from Casablanca to the edge of the Sahara Desert in the enchanting country of 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. no1744Ms M. KnightEvesham Imagine a country of contrasts from the hustle, bustle and spicy smells of souks to the peace, quiet and openness of the Sahara Desert. Driving through a barren rocky terrain, which leads to lush oasis ravines followed by spectacular views of snow covered mountains.

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. no1744Mr & Mrs MartinBarmouth This is just to say thank you for a wonderful holiday (1780 Highlights of Morocco). The journey covered all the aspects of the best of Morocco we wanted to see.

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. no1
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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.

All this included

Casablanca City sightseeing
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
Todra Gorges Scenic drive
Dades Valley Scenic drive
Road of 1000 Kasbahs Scenic drive
Ouarzazate Orientation & Kasbah de Tourirt visit
Ait-Benhaddou Kasbah Visit
Marrakech City sightseeing

Flights: UK - Marrakech - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 9 breakfasts (B) and 5 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 - Marrakech.
Fly to Marrakech where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night.

DAY 2: Marrakech - Casablanca.
Drive to Casablanca this morning and enjoy the city's highlights on an afternoon included city sightseeing tour with a local guide. (B)

DAY 3: Casablanca - Rabat - Meknes - Fez.
Journey along the coast road to Rabat, Morocco's historic capital, and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city with a local guide, including the Royal Palace, Hassan's Tower, the Kasbah of Ouidais and the magnificent Chellah Gardens. Later, continue to Meknes, where you can enjoy this fascinating city, famous for its 16 miles of protective wall, on a sightseeing tour of the Moulay Ismail Mosque and the former royal stables and granaries. Next stop is the ancient city of Fez, the oldest of Morocco's four splendid Imperial Cities, where you will stay for two nights. (B, D)

DAY 4: Fez.
The day is yours to explore this ancient city, which occupies a position of outstanding scenic beauty. Why not join our optional city sightseeing tour to visit the huge ornate arch of Bab Boujeloud and the maze of colourful souks and spice stalls in the bustling streets and atmospheric alleyways of the old medina? (B)

DAY 5: Fez - Atlas Mountains - Ziz Valley - Erfoud.
Today's journey will include a scenic Middle Atlas Mountains drive with a visit to the picturesque mountain resort of Ifrane and later, 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 6: Erfoud - Rissani - Erfoud.
Today, enjoy an included visit to the fortified village of Rissani in the Tafilalt region. Nestled at the edge of the Ziz Valley, Rissani is a traditional desert village yet houses the impressive Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sharif, the first ruler of the Alawite dynasty, which thrived here in the 17th century. (B, D)

DAY 7: Erfoud - Road of 1000 Kasbahs - Ouarzazate.
Journey 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, before continuing on a scenic drive through the Dades Valley, also known as the 'Valley of 1000 Kasbahs', to Ouarzazate where you'll stay for one night. A charming oasis resort with an exotic Kasbah, Ouarzazate has been featured in several films including 'The Sheltering Sky'. (B, D)

DAY 8: Ouarzazate - Ait-Benhaddou - Marrakech.
This morning, enjoy an orientation drive of Ouazazate and a visit to the Kasbah de Tourirt before today's highlight: a visit to beautiful Ait-Benhaddou, the setting of many films including 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'Gladiator'. Later, continue through picturesque villages and rugged mountain scenery 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, for two nights. (B, D)

DAY 9: Marrakech.
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 10: Marrakech - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)

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Accommodation on Tour

Marrakech: El Andalous (4*); Casablanca: Prince de Paris (4*); Fez: Menzeh Zalagh (4*); Erfoud: Kasbah Tizimi (3*); Ouarzazate: Ibis (3*); Marrakech: El Andalous (4*).

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We had a fabulous time. It was excellent value for money and we visited some wonderful places.
K Hoile, Hampshire

Holiday Extensions

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    Add 2 nights in Marrakech - 2 Extra nights from £56

    Why not add an extra 2 nights in Marrakech after your tour? On day 10 (Sat) of your holiday you will remain in your hotel in Marrakech. Enjoy a 2 night stay in this exciting city before transferring to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

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    Add 5 nights in Agadir - 5 Extra nights from £390

    Agadir is Morocco's leading seaside resort and lies on a magnificent bay of fine golden sand stretching for some 9km.

    On day 10 (Sat) of your holiday you will be driven to Agadir. Enjoy a five-night stay before transferring to Agadir airport on day 15 (Thu) for your flight to the UK (via Casablanca).

    Available from 21 January - 10 June and 16 September - 20 December 2010.

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    Add 4 nights in Agadir - 4 Extra nights from £344

    Agadir is Morocco's leading seaside resort and lies on a magnificent bay of fine golden sand stretching for some 9km.

    On day 10 (Sat) of your holiday you will be driven to Agadir. Enjoy a four-night stay before transferring to Agadir airport on day 14 (Wed) for your flight to the UK (via Casablanca).

    Available from 17 June - 09 September 2010.

Accommodation on Extensions

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  • Double room, El Andalous Hotel
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    El Andalous Hotel & Spa DiamondDiamondDiamondDiamond

    This spacious, high quality hotel is situated in the heart of the Hivernage residential district and perfectly combines strong Moroccan tradition with modernity.

    Location: Conveniently situated just 30 minutes from Djemaa El Fna main square, the Koutoubia Minaret, the Menara Gardens and the Congress Palace.
    Facilities: Swimming pool; pool bar; Moroccan restaurant; international restaurant; lounge restaurant with tapas; tennis courts; table football; billiards; fitness room; sauna; hammam; spa; gift shop; hairdresser; money exchange service; laundry service; room service; safety deposit box and fridge in bedrooms.
    Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with private facilities; private balcony; air-conditioning; satellite TV and telephone.
    Options: Single room.
    Official category: 4 star.

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    Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort DiamondDiamondDiamondDiamondDiamond

    A superbly located hotel decorated in typical desert Kasbah-style, Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort offers a perfect mixture of Moroccan tradition and modern, comfortable facilities.

    Location: Ideally situated on the beachfront in picturesque Palm Bay, just 10 minutes from the city centre and 25km from the airport.
    Facilities: Swimming pool; 4 restaurants; 6 bars; fitness centre; tennis; beach volleyball; beach football; sauna; beauty salon; laundry facilities; shops; bureau de change; minibar, direct dial telephone and computer and fax connection in bedrooms.
    Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; air-conditioning; satellite TV.
    Options: Superior twin room with poolside view; single room.
    Official category: 5 star.

  • Argana
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    Argana DiamondDiamondDiamondDiamond

    This delightful 4 star hotel is surrounded by a beautiful exotic garden and 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; massage; beauty treatments; card games; table tennis; tennis; hairdresser; shops; laundry facilities; 24-hour room service; safety deposit box and telephone in bedrooms.
    Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; satellite TV; balcony.
    Options: Single room; full board.
    Official category: 4 star.

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  • The large pool and sun terrace
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    Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort DiamondDiamondDiamondDiamondDiamond

    A superbly located hotel decorated in typical desert Kasbah-style, Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort offers a perfect mixture of Moroccan tradition and modern, comfortable facilities.

    Location: Ideally situated on the beachfront in picturesque Palm Bay, just 10 minutes from the city centre and 25km from the airport.
    Facilities: Swimming pool; 4 restaurants; 6 bars; fitness centre; tennis; beach volleyball; beach football; sauna; beauty salon; laundry facilities; shops; bureau de change; minibar, direct dial telephone and computer and fax connection in bedrooms.
    Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; air-conditioning; satellite TV.
    Options: Superior twin room with poolside view; single room.
    Official category: 5 star.

  • Argana
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    Argana DiamondDiamondDiamondDiamond

    This delightful 4 star hotel is surrounded by a beautiful exotic garden and 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; massage; beauty treatments; card games; table tennis; tennis; hairdresser; shops; laundry facilities; 24-hour room service; safety deposit box and telephone in bedrooms.
    Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; satellite TV; balcony.
    Options: Single room; full board.
    Official category: 4 star.

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