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Treasures of Mor Cco PRESENTS TREASURES OF MOR CCO 10 DAYS | 05 Oct, 2021 NEW YORK | CASABLANCA | RABAT | FEZ | MARRAKECH | CASABLANCA | NEW YORK TOUR SUMMARY: The Treasures of Morocco Tour begins in Casablanca with a tour of the colorful economic capital of Morocco. View some of the best-preserved Roman architecture in Rabat and Volubilis. Enjoy Fez, the religious capital of Morocco before passing to the “Red City” of Marrakech. Walk through the colorful streets of the old quarter of Marrakech before returning back to Casablanca. This eight-day tour covers the most important imperial cities in Morocco and concludes in Casablanca. Per person on a twin sharing basis: USD 2525 Single person Supplement: USD 450 For reservation and booking contact Carol Ricken Ulster County Regional Chamber Kingston, N.Y. 12401 Director of Membership of Commerce 214 Fair Street 845- 338-5100 x104 | [email protected] TOUR LODGING INFO: 08 Nights Hotels area of Anfa and the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque. If taking the full Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis board option: Enjoy a fish lunch at a local seafront restaurant. Continue on to Rabat, the administrative capital of the country, for a city tour including the Royal Palace, (Mechouar), the Mohamed V Mausoleum, Oudaya CITIES NIGHTS HOTELS Kasbah and the Hassan Tower. Dinner and overnight in Rabat Casablanca 01 Night Marina Mogador Rabat 01 Night ONOMO Hotel Rabat Terminus DAY 04: 08 OCT RABAT - MOULAY IDRISS - VOLUBILIS - MEKNES - FEZ (220 KM) (B/-/D) Fez 02 Night Fes Marriott Jnan Palace Depart to Meknes and see the Ismalian capital famous for its 40 km long Marrakech 03 Nights Kenzi Rose Garden walls. Visit Bab Mansour, widely considered North Africa’s most beautiful Casablanca 01 Night Marina Mogador gate. Don’t miss the Royal stables and Jewish quarter. If taking the full board option: Enjoy lunch at a typical Moroccan Restaurant. After lunch continue on to the holy city of Moulay Idriss, via the best-preserved Roman city in North Africa, Volubilis. Continue to Fez for dinner and overnight. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • Wander through ancient Roman cities in Volubilis DAY 05: 09 OCT FEZ (B/-/D) The whole day is devoted to the city-sightseeing of Fez. The religious • Shop in the bustling and bright markets of Marrakech capital of Morocco includes medieval Medina with its Attarine and Bou • Explore mosques, tombs, fortresses and royal palaces Anania Medersas; the Nejjarine fountain, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, and • Enjoy the vibrant culture and history of Morocco Karaouine mosque. If taking the full board option: Enjoy a Moroccan lunch at a traditional restaurant in the Medina. In the afternoon visit Fez Jdid. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Fez TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: • 08 Nights accommodation at listed hotels or similar DAY 06: 10 OCT FEZ - BENI MELLAL - MARRAKECH • 8 breakfasts, 7 dinners, 1 lunch (485 KM) (B/-/D) Depart to Marrakech via Meknes, Adaroch passing by Mriret, Khenifra. If • English speaking guide escort at disposal throughout the taking the full board option: Enjoy a relaxing lunch in Beni Mellal, one of program the agricultural centers of Morocco. Enjoy lunch and a moment of • Local guides English speaking & entrance fees to monuments relaxation. Arrive in Marrakech, known as the “Red City” in the late during visits listed in the program (Casablanca: Mosque Hassan afternoon. Check in to the hotel, dinner and overnight in Marrakech. II from the outside /Meknes: Hri Souani / Fes: Medersa Bou Inania + Nejjarine Museum / Volubilis / Rabat / Marrakech: DAY 07: 11 OCT MARRAKECH (B/-/D) Day at leisure enjoy the city on your own with various activities and Bahia Palace + Saadian Tombs) attraction to offer. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Marrakech • Transport by An A/C with WIFI Deluxe Motor Coach 48 seats with driver at disposal throughout program DAY 08: 12 OCT MARRAKECH (B/L/-) • Return airport transfers Visit historical Marrakech, the most important former imperial city in Morocco’s history. Enjoy the Menara garden, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace • Entrance fees as per the itinerary and the Koutoubia Mosque, the largest in Marrakech. Enjoy lunch at the • Luggage porterage hotel and in the afternoon visit the famous Djemaa El Fna, a square and • Tips at hotels and restaurants market place in Marrakech’s old quarter. If taking the full board option or as an optional tour. Overnight at the hotel in Marrakech • International airfare from New York • All applicable taxes & fuel surcharge Optional: Fantasia Dinner Show - USD 75 per person This evening, enjoy dinner with a cultural fantasia show. TOUR ITINERARY: DAY 09: 13 OCT MARRAKECH - CASABLANCA DAY 01: 05 OCT NEW YORK- CASABLANCA (220 KM) (B/-/D) Find your own way to your Gateway Airport and board your flight for Enjoy your morning at leisure. If taking the full board option: Enjoy lunch Casablanca. Dinner and Overnight on board flight. at a Moroccan restaurant before returning back to Casablanca. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Casablanca DAY 02: 06 OCT CASABLANCA ARRIVAL (-/-/D) Arrive at Casablanca Mohamed V Airport. You will have a brief review of DAY 10: 14 OCT CASABLANCA - NEW YORK (B/-/-) the tour during your transfer to the hotel. Check in, dinner and overnight After breakfast, transfer to the airport with departure assistance from our in Casablanca. representative. DAY 03: 07 OCT CASABLANCA - RABAT (95 KM) (B/-/D) END OF OUR SERVICES Visit the economic capital of Morocco, bustling central market, Habous district and Royal Palace. Continue to Mohamed V square, the residential Page 1 of 2 REGISTRATION FORM Contact: Carol Ricken TREASURES OF MOROCCO— 5 OCT 2021 Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce Tour Price : $2525 pp on twin occupancy Tel: 845-338-5100 –ext 104 Single Supplement : $450 Email: [email protected] 1) Passenger Details: Name (as in passport) Gender: DOB: DD/MM/YYYY FIRST Middle Last Passport # Exp: DD/MM/YYYY Citizenship: Email: Address: City: State/Province: Zip Code: Country: Telephone: Rooming With Name (as in passport) Gender: DOB: DD/MM/YYYY FIRST Middle Last Passport # Exp: DD/MM/YYYY Citizenship: Email: 2) Deposits & Payments: No. of Persons Total Amount Deposit Balance Mode of Payment Credit Card # Exp: MM/YY Signature 3) Insurance: I wish to purchase cancellation waiver up to $3000 and insurance at : $298 pp Yes / No (Payment due with first deposit) 4) Declaration—I agree on behalf of all persons on this booking form to accept the unaltered Booking Conditions, Important Information and warrant that I have authority of all persons names on this Booking Form to make this booking subject to these conditions: • I am 18 years of age • A non refundable deposit of $500 per person , plus insurance premium if you opt for it, is due at the time of registration. • Balance of payment and registration deadline— 2-Jul-20 • Tours are fully non-refundable (both deposit and final balance) for any reason once submitted to Indus Travels • Prices subject to change only if fuel surcharges go up, in which case additional charge may have be levied • Cancellations need to be submitted in writing on or before the registration deadline Passenger herby acknowledges that all travel, and in particular international travel, carries certain risks, that passenger is voluntarily undertaking this optional recreational and educational activity, and the Realised Parties (as defined below) shall have no liability offor property damage, loss or theft; illness, personal injury or death of any person; third-party liability; or nes or other punitive measures for breach of public laws (each a “Loss”). Passenger hereby agrees to assume all risks of any Loss arising out of the trip that passenger is undertaking in connection with this agreement (the “Trip”) or any activity related to the Trip. Passenger, on behalf of its heirs, survivors and assignees and any estate administrator, trustee, or the like, hereby releases Indus Travels and Ulster County Regional Chamber and each of their officers, directors, agents, employees, members, affiliates, successors and assignees (the "Released Parties"), from any and all liability for any loss. In no event shall any of the Released Parties be liable for any special, consequential or punitive damages. Indus Travels reserve the right, in their discretion and without notice, to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled event connected with the Trip and shall have the right to, but shall not be obligated to, substitute another event and shall not be liable for any refund, loss or expense whatsoever to any passenger, event participant, (or person intending or desiring to participate in an event) or any other person by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. No refund shall be made to any passenger who does not complete the Trip for any reason. Passenger hereby acknowledges that it is strongly recommended that passenger purchase comprehensive insurance for trip cancellation or in terruption, accident, emergency medical services and evacuation, and baggage damage, loss or delay through passenger's insurance agent or travel agent. Passenger hereby further acknowledges that passenger is responsible for obtaining a valid passport and all required visas and other travel documentation and inoculations. Passenger hereby consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the courts in, and agrees that any action at law or in equity arising out of or relating to the Trip shall be led only in, the state or federal courts located in BC, Canada. Passenger hereby consents and submits to the personal jurisdiction of such courts for the purposes of litigating any such action. If any of the provisions of this Release of Liability/Disclaimer shall be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then such provision shall be deemed severable from the other above provisions and shall not a ffect the validity or enforceability of any of the remaining provisions.
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