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Gay Morocco
Comfort Morocco
Comfort (what does this mean?)
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
CAD $2649.00 USD $2349.00
$250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.
14 days
Behold a phenomenal mosque in Casablanca, Discover ancient ruins in Meknes, Weave through the labyrinth of the Fes medina, Visit a carpet and embroidery workshop, Plod through the Sahara on camels, Stay in a hotel made of sand, Learn the secret to perfect couscous, Feast among performers at Djemaa el-Fna
XDP
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The colour and commotion of this enchanting land will dazzle travellers looking to experience a way of life suspended in time. Travel through the moody desert landscape past kasbahs and villages, picnic in tranquil mountain gorges or investigate the labyrinth of souqs in the cities and haggle with traders. Learn the secrets to the perfect couscous and discover the ruins of a city built by a mad sultan during the Golden Age. Stay in a hotel made of Saharan sand and find tranquillity in a traditional riad amid the frenzy of the medina. The sights, sounds and smells of the cities and the aromatic flavours of the cuisine will infuse your memories of Morocco for years to come.
Is this trip right for you?
14 days
XDP
You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
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This trip travels to a very conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture will the following in mind:
<br /><br /><strong>Accommodation</strong> - We do not foresee any problems, however there may be occasions when a same sex couple may be asked to sleep in single beds rather than sharing a double. We appreciate your cooperation.
<br /><strong>Public Display of affection</strong> - These are frowned upon in this region among all travellers, not just those on an OUT Adventure. This includes holding hands in public.
<br /><strong>Gay Activities</strong> - This trip does not have any specific gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.
<br /><strong>Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information</strong>
13 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Hotels (11 nts), riad (2 nts)
Train, minibus, local taxi, camel, walking
Out Comfort
Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Allow EUR €665 for meals not included.
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
See more of Northern Africa and travel in comfort on our OUT Egypt Experience trip (<a href='http://www.out-adventures.com/EDI'>EDI</a>)<br />Or indulge in a trip in Turkey (<a href='http://www.out-adventures.com/RDP'>RDP</a>)<br />
A little slice of Europe in Morocco, Casablanca is home to the phenomenal Hassan II Mosque, an architectural feat.
Although partly destroyed in an earthquake, what remains of the royal compound gives an insight into the wild ways of the Sultan Moulay Ismail.
Step back into Roman times at ancient Volubulis before travelling to blue-washed Chefchaouen, cradled gently in a fold of the Rif Mountains.
Explore labyrinthine alleyways and discover the artistic and religious heart of Morocco. Feast on local delicacies then retreat to the oasis of a traditional riad.
Head to the Middle Atlas mountain range, keeping an eye out for Barbary apes on the way. Visit a carpet and embroidery workshop that employs local women.
Journey through lush valleys dotted with date palms en route to the Sahara. Embrace your inner explorer and climb on board a camel to watch the sunset over the cinnamon-red dunes. Stay in a hotel made from the Saharan sands.
Marvel at the towering limestone cliffs of Todra Gorge then head to Dades Gorge via a series of spectacular hair-pin bends
Explore the striking fortified village of Ait Benhaddouthen learn the secrets of Moroccan cuisine at an optional cooking demonstration.
Full of colour, the mosaic of souqs in Marrakech's medina is a delight. Enjoy a Moroccan feast at Djemaa el-Fna and try a fragrant mint tea.
| Departure Date | Spaces available | |
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| May 09, 2010 | space available |
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| Oct 17, 2010 | space available |
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Itinerary
Day 1 CasablancaDay 2 Meknes
Days 3-4 Volubilis/Chefchaouen
Days 5-6 Fes
Day 7 Midelt
Day 8 Sahara
Days 9-10 Todra Gorge/Dades Gorge
Day 11 Ait Benhaddou
Days 12-14 Marrakech
Trip Map
Most of our trips require a compulsory local payment, which is part of the contract with you (the customer) and OUT Adventures. This amount is the final payment for your trip and is to be paid in the specified currency, in cash to your leader upon arrival. The local payment is non-refundable, and is considered part of the total trip payment.
It is expensive to transfer funds to many countries - so by making a Local Payment you help us keep your costs low.
The Local Payment is used for paying for local services such as hotels and transport.
No, as the money is used to pay for local services these cannot be paid elsewhere.
