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MIDDLE EAST

It is where it all began....travel back in time to see the historic sights of where our world began. Visit historical monuments, climb the pyramids in Egypt, cruise down the Nile. Take the Kasbah trail in Morocco. Hike the Atlas Mountains, stay in a Berber village right with the locals and take a camel trek the next day. Visit the walled city of Fez and sample their exotic cuisine.
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THE KASBAH TRAIL

Trip code:

 tb-as

Trip length:

 14 days

Group size:

 Maximum 15

Transportation:

 Bus, taxi, 4WD vehicle, camel, on foot

Trip Overview

A varied journey to discover desert, mountain, the souks of Marrakech, Berber villages, old sea pirate ports and the cultural
legacy of imperial Meknes and Fez.
A cultural journey with a variety of interest. Our three-day walk in the Atlas mountains is graded ëmoderateí (3-5 hrs per day - mules carry baggage). You should be prepared for basic conditions in the Berber villages, but it is a fascinating experience. Camel riding is optional, though the walk to our Bedouin camp takes approx. 2-3 hrs. Bring trail/walking boots, a sleeping bag and sleeping mat.

Itinerary & Departure Dates

Day 1 Join tour Fez
Day 2/3 Fez; walking tour. Visit Moulay Idriss, Volubilis & Meknes
Day 4 Long drive to Erfoud. Continue by 4WD to Merzouga		 Day 5 Camel trek to Bedouin camp in desert
Day 6 Return to Erfoud by camel & 4WD. Drive to Todra Gorge
Day 7 Walk in Todra Gorge, drive to Ait Benhaddou		 Day 8/9 Atlas village walks
Day 10/11 Drive Essaouira; Free day
Day 12/13 Drive to Marrakech; tour of city & bazaar
Day 14 Tour ends Marrakech

Accommodations

Hotels/guesthouses (11nts), basic lodgings in Berber villages (2nts).

Meals

13 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included.

Departure Dates

           

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