Taste Moroccan cultures through the culinary 13D11N Immerse in the sound & scent of Moroccon Get a glimpse of the authentic history in the Imperial cities of Marrakech, being drawn into the beautiful sound of the snake charmer’s flute in Jemaa el Fna. Take in the smells of the Tanneries and taste Moroccan cultures through the gastronomy of Fes.

Departure Date: 16/11/2020 to 28/11/2020

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CHEFCHAOUEN - The Blue City Strolling around the Medina with over 100 different shades of blue in the city of Chefchaouen, Chefchaouen is a small mountain town with a blending of Spanish and Jewish heritage. The tradition of painting everything in blue dating back to the Jewish people in the 15th century, the blue colours mirrors the sky and reminds them of God.

The UNESCO world heritage site of Merzouga Taste a traditional Moroccan tea and ride a camel through the desert to explore some of the most beautiful oases of the desert. You will stay overnight in a traditional nomad tent with private bathroom and comfy bed, just imagine wake up in a vast desert and capture beautiful sunrise. As you enjoy an unforgettable dinner during sunset in the desert, and dance along the live music around the fire under a starry night.

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DAY Depart to Morocco (Casablanca Airport) Casablanca - Rabat DAY After arriving at the airport of Casablanca you will receive a warm welcome to the country from our guide. Then we will depart for Rabat, where you can enjoy its beautiful domes, , wide avenues and green spaces. Rabat is a city that grew up in the fourteenth and fifteenth century, with the expulsion of Andalusians from the . It is surrounded by three walls corresponding to the most significant stages of its history: the Almohad wall, the Andalusian wall and the Alawite wall. Your guide will show you these walls and the main attractions of the city like the Hassan Tower, situated on top of an imposing mosque and the opulent tomb of Mohammed V, etc.

Accomodation: Appart hotel melliber (4*) Meals: L & D

Rabat – - DAY Departure for a visit to the Atlantic city of Asilah, a city full of memories and history, where 3 the Portuguese left a very strong imprint. Asilah is surrounded by sturdy stone fortifications built by the Portuguese in the fifteenth century and these walls, flanked by palm trees, have become ex-libris of the city. At the southern entrance to the Medina, it is still possible to see the now-eroded Portuguese coat of arms.The Medina and ramparts have been restored in recent years, and the narrow but quiet streets and alleys, lined withwhitewashed houses and richly ornate windows are ideal for a stroll, making the city a favorite place for photography in Morocco.

After lunch we will leave Arzila and head towards the beautiful city of Tangier. Tangier, the main places that recall its rich history, through which various civilizations and cultures passed. Tangier was a symbol of freedom of thought during the 20th century and served as refuge for several authors who escaped here to a still conservative West. The best known was the case of Paul Bowles, who found in the soft and tolerant environment of this city a fertile soil for artistic creation.

Accomodation: Zyo (4*) Meals: B, L & D +65 9230 4951

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Tangier- Chefchaouen Relaxing in one of the many cafes and enjoy life, especially if you have a magnificent view of DAY 4 the sea, this is one of the reasons to visit Tangier.We will leave Rabat and head towards the blue city of Chefchaouen. To arrive at Chefchaouen is to dive into a labyrinth of that is unlike other Moroccan medinas, it has a perfect order and harmony. All roads lead to Hamman Square, where it is the largest mosque and meeting center of its inhabitants. Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen - one of the most charming and emblematic of Morocco. With a calm Medina, nestling between the mountains and the Middle Atlas, Chefchaouen is famous for its handicrafts and goat's cheese.

Suspended and anonymous among the mountains, the city is extraordinarily picturesque, ideal for those who like to explore a city with freedom and to take photos, and for those who find delight in details, in terms of culture or architecture. Enjoy the view over the city, with its soft and continuous shades bathed in light, from the top of a hill.

Accomodation: Dar Echchaouen (4*) Meals: B, L & DD

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknès – Fes DAY After a relaxing breakfast, we will leave for Fes and on the way we take the opportunity to 5 visit the imperial city of Meknes. Sultan Moulay Ismail dreamed of making Meknes the most splendid of the cities of North Africa, hence its nickname of "Versailles of the Maghreb". Here we will visit the main points of interest.Visit the roman ruins of Volubilis, one of the best preserved roman sites of the world. For a long time, Volubilis was the principal roman administration center in the North Africa outside of Egipt.

Toward the end of the afternoon, we arrive in Fes, where we will still have time to see the city in its splendor, bathed in the soft light of the afternoon. We will take a short panoramic tour of the city. For dinner, we recommend the Clock Café which always has an original and diverse menu with authentic dishes such as a camel hamburger, among other Moroccan specialties that are not easily accessible. Listen to a Moroccan local tell his stories about the history of Morocco in this cafe. Enjoy a cinema night, have a workshop of calligraphy, among others.

Accomodation: Les Meridines (4*) Meals: B, L & D +65 9230 4951

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Fes DAY Spend the morning and part of the afternoon visiting medina de Fes, described by Paul Bowles 6 as "an enchanted labyrinth protected from time”.A dedicated locals guide will bring you to explore deeply about the traditions, stories and historyof the enchanting city. The labyrinthycal medina de Fes has more than 9000 streets, in a magical environment between light and shadow, and it is considered aUNESCO World Heritage Site.

Fes was once the capital of Morocco,the city has reached its peak in the 13th century. becoming a centre of knowledge, having one of the world’s oldest universities. You will explore the most important palaces, the jewish quarters, the Madrassa (old school and university from the 13th century) and the Coranic school. Furthermore, you will visit the authentic handicraft of Fes and its work of leathers. It is possible to buy authentic local products with reasonable price where ancient methods are still used.

Accomodation: La Tangerina (4*) Meals: B, L & D

Fes – Middle Atlas – Ifrane Discover the middle Atlas, a magical forest, with a dreamlike native nature. We start the day by DAY 7 visiting the cedar forest and the monkeys that inhabit this region. This forest has many secret and wonderful places that are yet to explore.You will be able to see stunning landscapes through the natural park. In the middle atlas there are springs and waterfalls, flanked by small traditional Berber villages. For the more adventurous, there are marked and raked forest tracks for BTT and Quad (4x4 motorcycle). Enjoy your hotel in this paradise on earth where you can enjoy various sports, and a SPA and are available.

Accomodation: Riad Ahlam (4*) Nfbmt;!C-!M!'!E +65 9230 4951

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Azrou – Ziz Valley – Rissani – Merzouga DAY In the morning we will pass through Azrou, an important point in the middle Atlas. Then we head 8 towards the desert. We will pass through the fertile valley of Ziz, one of the largest oases in the world and you can enjoy a panoramic view.Inside this forest of palm trees where the floor is covered with aromatic herbs and preserves all its authenticity. Next, we leave for Rissani. This city is known for its very beautiful entrance gate, the traditional weekly market and souk with plentiful crafts. This souk is open every day but is much more lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Here we can try the traditional Berber pizza, a local specialty not to be missed.

After arriving in Merzouga, you can enjoy a traditional Moroccan tea as a welcome sign of affection. After that it's time for ridding a camel through the desert for about an hour to visit some of the most beautiful oases of the desert. You will also visit the dunes of Merzouga, a UNESCO world heritage site. After that you can have an unforgettable dinner outdoors, in the desert, under a beautiful nomad tent where, in ancient times, the weddings were celebrated, and where the wedding dinner occurred. After dinner, there will be live music, and those who wish to can dance around the fire.

Accomodation: Dar El Mandar (4*) Meals: B, L & D

Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley DAY After an unforgettable night in the desert, getting to know its culture, traditions and trade, you will 9 leave for something completely different, the rocky landscape of the Gorges and the high Atlas and the green beauty of the Dadès Valley.

We start the day by visiting the Medieval town Rissani, a city knownfor its very beautiful entrance gate, the traditional weekly market and souk with plentiful crafts. This souk is open every day but is much more lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

You will explore the gorges of Todra, towering rock cliffs that reach 600 meters in height, separated by only 10 m in width and that extend through several kilometers. The day ends in peace, in the astonishing Dadès Valley, where you hear the sound of the birds in the green valley.

Accomodation: Dar El Mandar (4*) Meals: B, L & D +65 9230 4951

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Dadès Valley – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate - Marrakech DAY We follow through the "Route of the One Thousand ", until Kalaat Mgouna - The City of 10 the Roses. We will also have the opportunity to visit the traditional villages of Skoura and 'El Kelaa des M'Gouna. A Kashbah is an ancient form of Castle, and even the word “Castle” has its origins in the word “Kashbah”.

After that, we will go to Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou, which are two locations of great historical and cultural relief in the Atlas, allowing us to feel as we have traveled in time to see the landscape and the lives of those who dedicated themselves to trade.Ait Benhaddou is considered a World Heritage Place by UNESCO and it is the most important point in the "Route of the One Thousand Kasbahs", a route of small fortifications that would allow the defense of the caravans of trade on its route between the Sahara Desert and the city of . It is still inhabited and used as a set to movies as "Gladiator" and "Game of Thrones", among many others, to keep their identity and charisma intact. In Ouarzazate you can discover the ancient wall, the fortification of Kasba Taouirt and the palace of the Pasha Glaoui. You can visit the movie studios of Ouarzazate, which are the most important in North Africa, that have been used in films such as the famous "Lawrence of Arabia" or "Gladiator".

The day will end with dinner at the fantastic Jamaa el Fna square, where the mix of smells, music and spectacles are inspiring, and where tourists and locals often merge and dine side by side. Here you can experience the best of Moroccan street cuisine, among a variety of different sandwiches, teas. There are various stalls with a different specialty, and of course, the typical dishes, from Tagine to Couscous. All at Moroccan prices. It is an experience not to be missed.

Accomodation: Maison d’Hotes Sahara (4*) Meals: B, L & D +65 9230 4951

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Marrakech DAY On this day, we will visit Marrakech, the peal of the South, and the cosmopolitan centre of 11 the surprising architecture, the intense scent of country.The surprising architecture, the intense scent of spices, the colorful and exotic atmosphere, and the small corners and secrets of its history make this city the most desired and visited city of Morocco. During the day you will be accompanied by a tour guide/historian exclusively dedicated to the city of Marrakech, so that you can enjoy the best the city has to offer.

Ben Youssef Medersa: This Islamic faculty from the was ordered by the sultan Ali ibn Yusuf of Morocco. Today it is a museum that can be visited. The interiors are wonderful, all decorated and its architecture is exquisite.

BahiaPalace: This incredible palace from the 19th century was extravagantly built to be the best of Marrakech. It has an enormous garden, a central courtyard and several rooms amazingly decorated with works from artisans that purposely came to Marrakech from Fes to work.

Majorelle Gardens: This is the only botanical garden in Marrakech. It was projected by Jacques Majorelle and it belongs to Yves Saint-Laurent and Bergé Pierre since 1980. Enjoy a walk surrounded by exotic plants from all over the world.

Accomodation: Chergui Hotel (4*) Meals: B, L & D +65 9230 4951

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Marrakech - Casablanca - Leaving Morocco DAY12 In the morning, you may even have the unique experience of climbing to the skies in a hot air balloon and flying over Marrakesh and its palmeraie. You will have a privileged view of this ancient city as well as the Atlas mountains.

To end the tour, we will go to one the major wonders of Morocco in Casablanca: the Hassan II Mosque, the second highest in the world, and one rare example of mosques that can be visited by non-muslims. In the mosque your guide will teach you about the religious traditions and rituals of the muslim religion. In the words of the authors of the book Morocco Country. Study Guide, the Hassan II Mosque "undeniably marks the continuity of a modernized ancestral art and bears the sign of innovations that are due not only to technical reasons but also to a fertile exploration of new aesthetic possibilities".

After that, we will take you to the airport, where we say goodbye with certainty to have made new friends and have unforgettable experiences and memories!

Meals: Breakfast

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13D11N The Wonders of Morocco Departure Date: 16/11/2020 - 28/11/2020 PRICE @ SGD3,250/pax (Twin sharing)

Price includes Price excludes  All Accomodations (4* hotel)  International Air ticket  Full Board Meals  Travel Insurance  Private transportation in a 4x4 with  Travel Visa if applicable English guide/driver  additional cost due to  Professional Photography service unforeseen calamity  Camel ride in the desert  Hot-air Ballon ride  One night in traditional nomad tent in the desert with private toilet