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Day 1. Depart Australia Day 2. Arrive Casablanca Welcome to Morocco, and its buzzing economic centre, Casablanca. Meet your fellow travellers and Tour Director this evening for a welcome drink. Day 3. Casablanca Today we explore the busy streets of Casablanca and acquaint ourselves with its European-influenced architecture along the Aindiab Esplanade and in the Central Market. We'll visit the Hassan Il Mosque - the largest in Morocco and second-largest in the world, After some free time for lunch, we'll tour the Quartier Habous, laid out by the French in the 1920s. Tonight we'll enjoy a group welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Day 4. Casablanca - Essaouira This morning we depart for Essaouira, a charming town on Morocco's Atlantic coast that was once the old Portuguese city of Mogador. Day 5. Essaouira âB We'll begin our day of sightseeing at the cityâs port to experience the lively atmosphere as the boats come in and fish are sold. We'll then discover the âDoor of the Navyâ, Moulay el- Hassan Place, and wander through the town's colourful kasbah. Day 6. Essaouira - Marrakesh Travelling inland, we make our way to the magical âRose Cityâ of Marrakesh. After an orientation tour, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. We experience the atmosphere of Marrakeshâs main square, Jemaa el-Fnaa, as we pass through a wondrous mix of food, music and entertainment, getting a taste of this fantastic city. Day 7. Marrakesh *B Marrakesh is the real heartbeat of Morocco and we'll enjoy a full day of sightseeing, including a visit to the Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace and Majorelle Gardens. Day 8. Marrakesh «BL âte We'll take a cooking lesson in a beautiful Moroccan riad, then enjoy the food we've prepared for lunch. This afternoon is at leisure to explore at your own pace. Day 9. Marrakesh - Skoura âBD We travel through the High Atlas Mountains along the twisting Tizi n'Tichka pass. En route to Skoura we stop in the picturesque fortified Berber village or âksarâ of Ait Ben Haddou. This afternoon we'll make the short trip to Ouarzazate to visit the Taourirt Kasbah before continuing to the oasis town BD „B âBD of Skoura. @ 2nights: Moroccan guest house Day 10. Skoura âBD This morning we visit the palm groves and Kasbah Amridil. After lunch we'll take part in a traditional calligraphy workshop with a local artisan using the typical reed pen Day 11. Skoura - Merzouga âBD We depart Skoura through the Dades Valley âon our way to Merzouga. Our accommodation for the next two nights is a traditional Moroccan Kasbah! @ 2nights: Traditional kasbah Day 12. Merzouga BLD te Experience a breathtaking sunrise over the endless dunes of the Sahara Desert. After breakfast, we travel by 4WDs to a nearby village to enjoy the local Gnaoua music over tea. We'll then visit the traditional artistsâ town of Tissardmine for lunch amongst the palms. Day 13. Merzouga - Fez âBLD We cross over the Middle Atlas Mountains on âour way to Fez. Along the way we'll visit the market town of Midelt and have lunch at a local restaurant. Day 14. Fez âB Considered the cultural and religious centre of Morocco, Fez is a window to the Middle Ages. We'll explore the narrow, cobbled lanes and covered souks of the medina, visit the Madressa and famous tannery, and see the Kairaouine Mosque. Day 15. Meknes & Volubilis Excursion âB Head north to Meknes this morning to tour the old city known as the âVersailles of Moroccoâ, Next continue to the ancient archaeological site of Volubilis to see the impressive Roman ruins and preserved mosaics. Day 16. Fez - Chefchaouen This morning we make our way to Chefchaouen, undoubtedly one of the prettiest cities in Morocco, washed with hundreds of shades of blue. !" Morocco, many neighbourhoods have communal oven where the local women bring their dough to bake bread. We'll learn how this traditional bread is made in a demonstration. Day 17. Chefchaouen @ This morning we'll explore Chefchaouenâs picturesque streets on foot on a city tour. Walk the short trail uphill towards a stunning lookout point over the town and surrounding mountains. Day 18. Chefchaouen - Rabat We make our way to Rabat this morning and enjoy a city tour visiting the Kasbah of Oudayas, the medina, Mohamed V âBD *B âBD Mausoleum and the iconic Hassan Tower. Tonight we'll enjoy a group farewell dinner. Day 19. Rabat - Depart Casablanca Today we begin our journey home. Day 20. Arrive Australia *B @ Level of fitness: This symbol indicates 2+ hours of walking, often across uneven ground and in areas of high altitude or heat and humidity. Inclusions ÂŁQ, Small Groups Our maximum group size is 20 Travel + Return economy-class flights from Australia to Morocco. Taxes included + Airport transfers on the first and last day of tour + Alltouring in air-conditioned vehicles 8 Transportation 4WD & bus Accommodation + Tinights in 3-4 star hotels + 2nights in a traditional Kasbah, Merzouga + 2nights in a Moroccan guest house, Skoura + 2nights in a Moroccan guest house, Chefchaouen SZ Meals 17 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 9 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners. Tour Guides + English-speaking locally based tour director + English-speaking locally based guides ge Tips Tipping Made Easy, $200pp pre-paid Departures for 2022 May > May 2022 Aug ze Nov 2022 For up-to-date pricing and departures see our website here. Price valid from: Sydney, Melbourne & Perth Other departure cities: Please contact our office for applicable pricing Single supplement: From $1,575, All prices per person, twin share and include taxes and charges. For full terms and conditions please visit bunniktours.com.au/terms-and-conditions. bunniktours.com.au 43
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