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The sight of endless dunes and scent of sweet spices fills your senses on

this fascinating journey to Morocco.

Morocco: Camels to Casbahs MYSTICAL CITIES, ATLAS MOUNTAINS, AND THE GOLDEN DUNES OF THE SAHARA

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Fabled casbahs, medieval medinas, royal cities, golden dunes, red-rock

canyons—Morocco has a mystique all its own and our journey perfectly

captures its sensuous beauty. Discover the graceful walled city of Fez,

suspended in a medieval dream, and cross the

High Atlas Mountains amid an arresting landscape

of colossal canyons. In Essaouira, an 18th century

gem set by the sea, and vibrant Marrakesh, your

senses are awakened by the sights of bustling

markets and the scent of exotic spices. You’ll

be welcomed with Berber hospitality and meet

nomads and artisans in ancient metropolises

where time seems to stand still. And, our special

two-day desert safari will bring you into the silent

realm of the Sahara, a breathtaking experience

of a world unto itself.

Days 1-4

Casablanca / Rabat / Moulay Idriss /

Volubulis / Fez

From Casablanca, head to Rabat to

stroll through the picturesque Oudaya Kasbah, explore

the hill town of Moulay Idriss and the striking Roman

ruins of Volubulis, then enter magical Fez, Morocco’s

oldest city, with its Arabic-Moorish architecture and

honeycomb of twisting alleys.

Days 5-7

Middle Atlas Mountains / Sahara Camel

Safari

Crossing the Atlas Mountains, descend to

Erfoud, then set off into the Sahara, riding a camel

(or walk or ride in our vehicle). From our private

luxury tented camp cradled in the dunes of Erg Chebbi,

you’ll feel you have the desert all to yourself as you

stargaze under a brilliant night sky while listening to

local musicians, and wake to an amazing sunrise.

MASSIMO RIPANI

Days 8-10

Todra / Dades / Ait Ben Haddou /

Marrakesh

Meet friendly Berber nomad families and

hike through red-rock canyons beneath towering

limestone walls in the Todra and Dades Gorges. Visit

the imposing mud-brick citadel of Ait Ben Haddou, an

impeccably preserved World Heritage Site, en route

to Marrakesh.

Day 11

Essaouira

In the picturesque artists’ haven of

Essaouira, with its Mediterranean atmosphere of

whitewashed houses, blue shutters, and ornate doors,

we’ll wander through the medina, visit artisan workshops,

and explore the fishermen’s market in the tiny harbor.

Days 12-14

Marrakesh

Meander through a maze of

souks where traditional artists are on every corner and

everything from pottery and fabrics to silver and spices

are on display. A visit to Djemaa el Fna, the central

square, is the perfect place to experience Marrakesh’s

vibrant market life, with snake charmers, fire-eaters, and

fortune tellers. Depart on Day 14.

Join us for a six-day trek through the striking High Atlas Mountains and an immersion into the culture of the Berber people, Morocco’s original inhabitants. Drink tea in the homes of nomads, explore medieval Fez, the dreamlike walled city whose medina still looks as it did a thousand years ago, and wander through Marrakesh, where merchants and artisans beckon. Jul 29-Aug 12, 2017. From $4295. ON OUR WEBSITE MOROCCO: THE HIGH ATLAS TREK

HIGHLIGHTS

• One of the most comprehensive

experiences of Morocco!

• Ride a camel or hike (or even a vehicle

option) across the Sahara’s glistening

sands

• Meet the Berbers of the High Atlas

Mountains

• Roam the labyrinthine medinas of

medieval Fez and Marrakesh

DETAILS

• 14-day trip begins in Casablanca and

ends in Marrakesh

• 11 nights first-class hotels, 2 nights luxury

tented camp

• All meals included except 1 lunch and

3 dinners

DATES

Nov 13-26, 2016

Feb 19-Mar 4, 2017

Mar 19-Apr 1

Apr 16-29

Sep 17-30

Oct 15-28

Nov 5-18

TRIP COST

$4895 (11-15 members)

$5295 (5-10 members)

Single supplement: $720

TRIP LEVEL

1

2

+

3 4 5 6 7

Cultural exploration and walking tours,

2-day camel trek with optional 2-4 hours

hiking a day, altitudes between 4,000-

6,000 feet, 4WD vehicle support

HUGH SITTON

RICHARD MASCHMEYER

BRIAN MCGILLOWAY