Morocco
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Trek the Atlas Mountains with a Berber guide, mule and picnic
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Lose yourself in the Labyrinthine medina of Fez
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Transport yourself back to Roman times amidst the ruins and amazing mosaics of Volubilis
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Marvel at the craftsmanship and sheer size of Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque
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Stay in one of the many charming riads in Marrakech
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Explore the Palmeries, ancient Kasbah's and rolling dunes of southern Morocco
Over the last seven years Katie has developed a real passion for North Africa and the Middle East, where she has fallen in love with the different cultures and diversity that this part of the world affords. Our Morocco specialists, Katie and Belinda, can tailor-make your Moroccan holiday to your exact requirements, be it a family adventure a luxury holiday or a long weekend break.
So near to Europe and yet so undeniably Arab, Morocco cannot be classified in one easy sentence. The bustle of the souks, the clack of backgammon in the coffee houses, the water sellers, overloaded donkeys and isolated Berber villages set high in the valleys of the Atlas Mountains are all essentially North African. However, in the cities, a chic sophistication has emerged as Europeans have bought up some of the old merchant’s houses and merged the cultural designs to create exquisite small hotels. Marrakech, in particular, has become a popular destination, but the rest of the country should not be ignored.
Driving in Morocco is easy and car hire is a perfect way to explore other areas. These should include Fez, the best example of a medieval medina in North Africa, or the small fishing port of Essaouira with its white washed walls and turquoise shutters. For the more energetic, there is good trekking to be had in the Atlas Mountains, where the Berber villages are a reminder of a simpler lifestyle. Alternatively, travel south into the Sahara; spend a night in a romantic tented encampment and venture out into the rolling sand dunes by camel.
For more information or advice from Katie and Belinda, please call 01285 880 980 and begin your journey to Morocco.
Journey Ideas For Morocco
Coast, Valleys & Desert
Coast combined with dramatic mountains, mud baked villages and the Saharan dunes.
Imperial City of Fez
Explore this Imperial city and its surrounds at a leisurely pace.
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Alternative Suggestions
Kasbah du Toubkal
A magnificent mountain retreat in the Atlas Mountains.
Riad Kniza
A real gem of Moorish architecture and arts.