| Day: |
Description: |
| 1 |
Casablanca
Wander amid faded French architecture or immerse yourself in the colour and chaos of the souqs. |
| 2 |
Meknes
Take a stroll through Rabat's authentic medina and Kasbah en route to Meknes, a former pirate stronghold and capital during Morocco's last golden age. |
| 3-4 |
Fes
Travel back to the days of the Roman Empire at the ruins of Volubilis. In medieval Fes, make sure you wander the labyrinthine alleys of the old medina. |
| 5 |
Midelt
Journey through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas to the town of Midelt. Along the way we visit a handicraft workshop run by Franciscan nuns, a great place to pick up a souvenir. |
| 6 |
The Sahara
Head into the desert on camel back, and fall asleep surrounded by towering dunes. |
| 7-8 |
Todra Gorge
Watch the sunrise over the desert before heading to Todra Gorge. For the energetic there is the option to trek into the gorge the next day. |
| 9 |
Ait Benhaddou
Pass through Morocco's film capital, Ouarzazate, on the way to the ancient fortified city of Ait Benhaddou. |
| 10 |
Imlil
At the road's end in Imlil, we walk to the remote village of Armed, where we are welcomed by friendly locals and panoramic views. |
| 11-12 |
Essaouira
With its whitewashed houses and colourful fishing boats, Essaouira is a gem. A guided walking tour acquaints us with the town's fascinating history, then there's free time to wander along the beach and dine on fresh seafood. |
| 13-15 |
Marrakesh
Be guided by your senses through the tantalising spice market and dine al fresco at a foodstall in Djemaa el-Fna. |
Relive the past in Fes, Camp out in the Sahara, Trek through the imposing Todra Gorge, Relax with a cup of tea in remote Imlil, Be guided by your senses in the souqs of Marrakesh.
Come and see the kaleidoscope of colours that is Morocco. From the snowcapped Atlas Mountains to the endless sands of the Sahara; from the medieval old town of Fes to the spice markets of Marrakesh - the rich history and traditions of this ancient land await.
