Marrakech
Canary Islands & West Africa Excursions
- £85-95
- Approximately 13.5 hours
- Limited to 250 participants
- Hard
AGADIR, MOROCCO
The name Marrakech itself conjures up visions of colourful markets bustling with people, fortune-tellers, street acrobats and peddlers.
The name Marrakech itself conjures up visions of colourful markets bustling with people, fortune-tellers, street acrobats and peddlers.
The ancient city of Marrakech, founded in 1062, is located where the Atlas Mountains meet the Sahara. The name Marrakech conjures up visions of markets bustling with people, fortune-tellers, street acrobats and peddlers. They are all here, surrounded by reddish-brown walls, palm trees and high mountains towering through the haze. Marrakech remains one of the most exotic places left in the world.
Departing the quayside, we begin our tour with an approximate four-hour drive to Marrakech. En route, we shall stop at the Menara Gardens, which were established in the 12th century. The gardens are planted with palms and olives surrounding an artificial lake.
Upon arrival in Marrakech, we shall visit the Saadian Tombs, the burial place for members of the Saadi imperial family, and the Bahia Palace, built towards the end of the 19th century, featuring rooms decorated with paintings, mosaics and coloured cedar wood roofs. We will also visit the famous Djemaa el Fna Market and other main sights in Marrakech, and can enjoy a special Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant.
TOUR NOTES: This tour is not for the faint-hearted or for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users. It is a long drive to Marrakech (approximately four hours each way), even with a comfort stop in each direction, and traffic can be particularly heavy. The walk through Marrakech will be a very crowded experience over uneven ground, and passengers will be hassled by shopkeepers pressing you to purchase their wares. However the effort is worth it for the experience of being in this legendary city. There is approximately two and a half hours of walking involved in this tour, and some steps will be encountered. A certain walking pace is required in order to ensure full enjoyment. Passengers are advised to wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. Passengers will NOT be able to remain on the coach at each of the stops. Toilet facilities are available at Bahia Palace. Please note that depending on the ship’s berth there is an approximate 200-300 metre walk from the ship to our tour coaches. Places of interest may be visited in a different order to that described.
DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2010 CANARIES & MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES
Departing the quayside, we begin our tour with an approximate four-hour drive to Marrakech. En route, we shall stop at the Menara Gardens, which were established in the 12th century. The gardens are planted with palms and olives surrounding an artificial lake.
Upon arrival in Marrakech, we shall visit the Saadian Tombs, the burial place for members of the Saadi imperial family, and the Bahia Palace, built towards the end of the 19th century, featuring rooms decorated with paintings, mosaics and coloured cedar wood roofs. We will also visit the famous Djemaa el Fna Market and other main sights in Marrakech, and can enjoy a special Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant.
TOUR NOTES: This tour is not for the faint-hearted or for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users. It is a long drive to Marrakech (approximately four hours each way), even with a comfort stop in each direction, and traffic can be particularly heavy. The walk through Marrakech will be a very crowded experience over uneven ground, and passengers will be hassled by shopkeepers pressing you to purchase their wares. However the effort is worth it for the experience of being in this legendary city. There is approximately two and a half hours of walking involved in this tour, and some steps will be encountered. A certain walking pace is required in order to ensure full enjoyment. Passengers are advised to wear flat, comfortable walking shoes. Passengers will NOT be able to remain on the coach at each of the stops. Toilet facilities are available at Bahia Palace. Please note that depending on the ship’s berth there is an approximate 200-300 metre walk from the ship to our tour coaches. Places of interest may be visited in a different order to that described.
DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2010 CANARIES & MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES
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Snack or meal provided
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Refreshments available
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Free time
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Shopping opportunity
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Wheelchair access
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Swimming opportunity
All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.
