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Golden
Dunes Express
5
Days - Fez and a one night in the Sahara
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here for the : 7 day or 10
day edition
This 5 -day adventure to , Fez and the Sahara, allows you a foray into
Morocco covering the World Heritage city of Fez and yet join our pre
arranged camp in the Sahara.
We'll
send you a copy of the Lonely Planet guide to Morocco, so you can read
up on this romantic destination, International
airfare is not included in the rates, so feel free to use frequent flyer
tickets, or ask us about our special fares.
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SUGGESTED
ITINERARY
DAY 1 - Fez
You arrive in the Kingdom of Morocco, landing at Fez Airport
, our staff greets you at the airport and escorts you to your hotel.
DAY
2 - FEZ (B)
Oldest of Morocco's four Imperial Cities, Fez is endlessly fascinating,
and today we cover the top sights including: the medina (old
city), the 15-century Borj Nord Arms Museum, the gateway of the
royal palace, the fortifications of the Kasbah, the 9th-century
Karaouine Mosque and University, the medersas (theological seminaries)
of Bou Inania and Attarine, the shrine of the city's founder
Moulay Idris II, the Nejjarine Fountain, the monumental
gateway of Bab Boujelloud, the old harem gardens, Dar
Batha Museum, and the artisans' guilds in the souks.
DAY
3 - ERFOUD / Midlet / Errachidia (BLD)
From Fez explore the wonderful Road of 1000 Kasbahs in the direction
of Ifrane , Midlet and Errachidia ( about 500 Kilometers drive ) Then
on to Erfoud crossing impressive palm groves and oases. Lunch is included
enroute . Subject to local festival calendar : There may be a bonfire
and an entertainment by the locals during the evening. Dinner and
overnight in a Bedouin tent in the Sahara, offering a magical
sight of the sunset over the majestic dunes.
DAY
4 - ERFOUD / MIDELT / FEZ (BLD)
After breakfast we drive back to FEZ You'll head north via Errachidia
and Talghimt pass. Lunch is included at the foot of Djebel Ayachi in
Midelt at Kasbah Asmaa. Lunch is included enroute. Continue through
the Middle Atlas Mountains in the direction of Fez. Late afternoon arrival
in Fez for dinner and overnight accommodation at hotel. The
city is yours to explore, guidebook in hand. The Lonely Planet guide
includes all the important things to see, and recommendations for restaurants
in all price ranges, so you'll never be at a loss for advice.
DAY
5 - DEPARTURE (B)
Our staff escorts you to the airport in Fez or Casablanca for your flight
back (Included in the rate)
Bon Voyage
Rates
are per person in USD $
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First Class Hotel in Fez |
Deluxe Hotels In Fez |
| Triple
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US$1124.00
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US$1501.00
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Double |
US$1174.00
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US$1518.00
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| Single
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US$2250.00
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US$2590.00
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DEPARTURE
DATES
You may begin your Golden Dunes Express tour in Fez on any day of the
week. If you plan to take advantage of Royal Air Maroc's nonstop flights
from New York to Casablanca/Fez , you should plan to depart New York
on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday or Sunday, and begin your tour in Casablanca
on the following day (DAY 1 in the Sample Itinerary, above).
For Dec 10 - Jan 3 , arrivals : please add a 10 % supplement to any
of the rates
Your
tour includes:
- Hotel
accommodation at a carefully-selected hotel in the class of your choice
(Deluxe, First Class), including tax and service. If
you prefer to stay at a Riad, please let's know
- Breakfast
daily and meals as listed : B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
- Lonely
Planet guidebook to Morocco.
- Escorted
tours and local guides, as per itinerary
- Private
car/driver guide for the drive between cities as per itinerary.
- One
night camping in the Sahara , toilets and creature comfort are available
for your convenience
What's
not included:
- International
airfare to or from Morocco
- Trip
Cancellation / travel insurance ,please visit : www.travelexinsurance.com
Henna party ( For ladies only
) :
One of the "insiders" excursions into Moroccan culture, a chance to
attend a henna party, the painting of hands and body r with this natural
red dye is a symbol of joy at weddings and regarded as a way to enhance
one's beauty , if interested in attending a Henna party , please let's
know in advance.
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Deluxe
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First
Class |
| Fes |
Dar Ghalia
Maison Bleu
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Riad Luna
, Riad mabrouka |
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