Tour Type:Explorer (18-39 years) Tour Duration:10 Days (9 Nights) From:Marrakech toMarrakech Tour Code:HTMOR Operator:Topdeck
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Tour Description
Start in Marrakech and travel in a loop via Rabat, Fez,Merzouga and Todra Gorge to see what Morocco has to offer! (Please note: local payment is not included in the price)
Tour Highlights
Visit Morocco starting & finishing in Marrakech
10 day adventure to Morocco staying in 3* hotels, a night by the Sahara & a night camping in the desert
What's Included
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners
7 nights twin/triple share in 3* hotels
1 night Auberge guest house on the edge of the Sahara
1 night in Berber tent at desert Oasis
Services of fully trained English speaking guide
Entrance fees to sights forming part of the itinerary
Marrakech
We meet our Topdeck representative for our included airport transfer. An optional half day tour out to the stunning Ourika Valley to see traditional Berber villages is available to those arriving early today - otherwise, a free day. In the evening we meet our Trip Leader to find out more about our trip.
Day 2
Marrakech
This morning we take a traditional horse and carriage for a half day city tour with a local guide visiting the Tombs, the Palace, the medina and the famous Djemaa el-fna square. (B)
Day 3
Marrakech - Rabat
Our first stop is Casablanca where we have a guided tour around the impressive Hassan II Mosque. After lunch we head to Rabat where we visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and Kasbah des Oudaias. (B)
Day 4
Rabat - Fes
We head inland today first stopping at Volubilis, Morocco's largest and best preserved Roman ruins. Close by we visit Meknes, the third Imperial city. From here it's a short drive to Fes, the oldest of the Imperial cities. (B)
Day 5
Fes
Today we take in the vibrant atmosphere of Fes on a full day tour with a local guide. We visit the Medersa Bou Inania, the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and the Andalusian and El Quaraoiyin Mosques. We visit the Nejjarine Square with its 18th century fountain. Fes medina is a maze of more than 9000 small narrow cobbled streets, and is a world away from modern Fes. (B)
Day 6
Fes - Merzouga
We cross the Middle Atlas Mountains to the Sahara. We arrive in the evening and stay in a very authentic Moroccan guest house right the edge of the dunes. At night after we watch the sun go down, we kick back Berber style with singing and dancing and traditional Berber food. (B/D)
Day 7
Merzouga
We have the morning relaxing on the edge of the sand dunes, as we take in the scenery. It is an amazing experience swimming in the guest house pool, while looking at the vastness of the desert stretching in front of us. Lunch is included at the guest house and then we set off with our guide into the desert as we walk through and over the dunes to our camp at an Oasis. (Walk is approximately 2 hours. There is the option to pay locally and ride by camel instead of walking). At the Oasis we have dinner around the campfire, and sleep in Berber tents; a true desert experience. (B/L/D)
Day 8
Merzouga - Dades Gorge
We make the journey back to meet up with our Driver as we leave the desert behind us. We travel through the vast countryside, watching the impressive landscape change again. Local conditions permitting we visit the very impressive Todra Gorge before continuing on to Dades Gorge. (B/D)
Day 9
Dades Gorge - Marrakech
We visit the Kasbah of Ait BenHaddou. We head to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara and now famous as Hollywood in the desert, due to the number of famous movies that have been made there. We then climb over the 2260m Tizi n'Tichka Pass and then drop down to the plains as we arrive in Marrakech late afternoon. Time to freshen up and have a last night out together (B).
Day 10
Marrakech
The trip finishes after breakfast. For those flying out late in the day it's a good chance to take the optional excursion to the Ourika valley, or for those joining the Atlas Trek, your trip starts after breakfast. (B).
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Tour Operator: Topdeck
At Topdeck our passion is providing unforgettable travel experiences for 18 to 30 somethings. Extended trips, festivals, ski and sailing in Europe, breathtaking holidays in Egypt, Morocco, Jordan and Israel, safaris in Africa and now amazing adventures in Australia and New Zealand. Yourr choice of great trips with like-minded travellers is huge! Travel with Topdeck and Share the Experience.
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Want to get off the beaten track and discover the heart & soul of some amazing destinations? Croatia, Italy, Greece, Hungary, the Czech Republic, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland – they're just some of the destinations waiting to be explored with the help of a knowledgeable Topdeck guide. Starting & finishing in towns and cities accessible by budget airlines, these small group trips use local transport and stay in accommodation that reflects the local character to give you a truly authentic experience!
Topdeck issues e-docs which will be sent to you eight weeks prior to departure and when you have paid in full, which includes your detailed day-to-day itinerary. These also include any vouchers you need for pre and post trip accommodation. In addition to this, you MUST read the detailed pre-departure information relevant to your trip. This can be viewed at any time below. The pre-departure document contains a number of important points that you should be aware of. Please take the time to download and read it.
Our travellers come from all over the world and are aged between 18 and 30 something. Like you, they will be up for a great travel experience and meeting like-minded travellers. Roughly half of our passengers travel on their own.
Group sizes vary. As a guideline, an average trip will have about 35 passengers on board. However, the coaches are often full - especially in high season. Minimum numbers would not normally be below 20 passengers. On our Explorer series, the average is 16.
We try to spend as little time on the coach as possible so that you have more time to enjoy the places you visit. Please remember though that Europe is a large place and it takes time to get around! On driving days between cities you will be on the coach during the day, stopping off to visit places of interest where possible. Strict driving rules apply in Europe that limits the maximum number of hours your Driver can drive each day. They also limit the maximum number of days that can be driven before a day off must be taken. We have worked hard to make sure this does not affect your trip, but in some cities it means we will use public transport. The cost for this is included in your trip price and your Trip Leader will show you how to get around.
Our Explorer Trips concentrate on Regional Europe rather than "Round Europe Trips" and are so designed to give you an in depth insight into the countries visited. The group size is smaller, (average is 16) but group sizes will vary between 10 and 25. A mixture of coach and public transport is used and accommodation is generally in hotels or premium standard hostels.
This depends on the type of trip you choose. Sleeping bags are a necessity on ALL EuroCamping trips. Sleeping bags are required on EuroClub trips if your trip does Flotilla Sailing in Greece, bedding will be provided in all other EuroClub accommodations. A common problem is people bringing too many things! Please refer to our suggested clothing list in the pre-departure information which you can download from our website. Oh, and don't forget your camera, passport, visas and a positive attitude! If you suffer from any medical condition please bring extra supplies of medication as it could be difficult to find in Europe.
Your spending money, visas, personal travel insurance, medical fees, cost of optional activities & excursions, entrance fees to the various museums and sites visited and (unless specified in the 'What's Included' section), flights, departure taxes, port taxes for flotilla sailing. Also any meals that are not specified on your itinerary.
Each person is allowed 1 item of standard size luggage (backpacks only on a EuroCamping trip) plus a day pack (and sleeping bag if on EuroCamping trip or EuroClub trip that does Flotilla Sailing in Greece). The maximum weight of your main bag must not exceed 44lbs/20kgs. Size for all bags must not exceed 70cm x 45cm x 25cm. Due to strict weight regulations for coaches in Europe, passengers whose luggage exceeds 44lbs/20kgs will be asked to off load the excess on the departure morning.
Obtaining correct visas is your own responsibility. Not having correct visas could mean you missing out on part or all of your trip. Please refer to the Visa section on our website - which should be used as a guide only. Then, double check with the individual Embassies before you depart, remembering that visa requirements can change at short notice. For most of the countries where visas are required, it is NOT possible to obtain the visa whilst on the trip and some visas take 3-4 weeks to obtain. For trips going to Russia, Topdeck will provide invitation letters that you MUST have, to obtain your visa.
Yes. Comprehensive Travel insurance is compulsory on all Topdeck trips. Global Journeys works with SureSave - a travel insurance that covers more than 300,000 travellers each year and is 100% Australian owned. As an agent for Suresave, Global Journeys are able to offer you a 20% premium discount for all policies booked online! Read more >
Naturally everybody's spending varies. There are many souvenirs to be bought and a great social scene should you wish to join in! Many of your meals (including lunches on EuroClub & EuroCamping trips) are included, so this really just leaves the occasional meal and your personal spending to budget for. Throughout the trip, your Trip Leader will also inform you of optional activities which you can participate in, such as a gondola ride in Venice or an excursion up the Jungfrau Mountain in Switzerland. For a more detailed list and price guideline please refer to your personal itinerary. Most people budget on approximately €70 per day including optional activities and some souvenirs.
We recommend that you change approximately €100 in cash before departure and approximately €30 into Swiss Francs (if your trip goes through Switzerland). This will cover you for spending money until you have the chance to change more or find an ATM.
If you have special dietary requirements e.g. vegetarian or vegan, we will make every endeavour to cater for your specific needs as long as you tell us or your agent when you book. Unfortunately in some places in Europe it is not possible to obtain certain special foods, and we cannot guarantee the variety of foods available when eating out. Our "On Road / Site Chefs" will put every effort into catering for your specific needs. There are some diets we are unable to cater for such as religious diets, so if you are unsure please email Global Journeys to check.
As well as having regular access to internet cafés throughout Europe, if someone needs to contact you in the case of an emergency, the Topdeck Head Office in London will be able to get in touch with your Trip Leader.
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At Topdeck our passion is providing unforgettable travel experiences for 18 to 30 somethings. Extended trips, festivals, ski and sailing in Europe, breathtaking holidays in Egypt, Morocco, Jordan and Israel, safaris in Africa and now amazing adventures in Australia and New Zealand. Yourr choice of great trips with like-minded travellers is huge! Travel with Topdeck and Share the Experience.
Want to get off the beaten track and discover the heart & soul of some amazing destinations? Croatia, Italy, Greece, Hungary, the Czech Republic, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland – they're just some of the destinations waiting to be explored with the help of a knowledgeable Topdeck guide. Starting & finishing in towns and cities accessible by budget airlines, these small group trips use local transport and stay in accommodation that reflects the local character to give you a truly authentic experience!
