th th MOROCCO 07 – 14 OCTOBER 2018 TOUR Nº 2 THE IMPERIAL CITIES RABAT – MEKNES - FEZ MARRAKECH st th 1 Day - October 07 – LISBON / MARRAKECH Attendance at Lisbon airport 120 minutes before schedule flight time. Assistance in boarding formalities by a representative of Abreu who will accompany you throughout the trip. Departure at 2:10 pm with confirm ticket on regular flight TAP, TP 1454, to Marrakech. Arrival at 3:45 pm. Disembarking formalities. Reception and private transportation to Hotel Rawabi Marrakech & Spa 4* or similar. Check in and rooms distribution. Dinner and accommodation. nd th 2 Day - October 08 - MARRAKECH Breakfast at the Hotel. In time to be informed locally, departure for a private visit to the historical city of Marrakech, with the main highlights: Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 19th century. XII, whose minaret is considered to be a symbol of Marrakech and which served as inspiration for the Giralda of Seville and for the Hassan Tower in Rabat; the Badii Palace, which is a ruined palace. There are underground passages to explore and the view from the terrace is fantastic; and the Dar si Said Museum, housed in an old palace, has several Moroccan artefacts from different eras such as wooden sculptures, musical instruments and weapons. It is dedicated to the Moroccan Madeiran industry, joining a magnificent collection of Moroccan folk art: carpets, clothing and ceramics. Lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, visit of the colourful souks (squares) of Marrakech to explore the market, which is divided into smaller souks according to the goods sold. Departure to Jemaa El Fna Square, unique place in the world! More than a place, it is a huge stage between the Medina and Koutoubia, where the population of Marrakech, with its Berber or Arab costumes, is concentrated. After the visit, private transportation back to the hotel. Dinner with entertainment at Chez Ali Restaurant. Return to the hotel and accommodation. 3th Day - October 09th - MARRAKECH /FEZ Breakfast at hotel. At schedule to be confirmed, departure towards Beni Mellal, passing by Ifrane, a famous resort situated in the middle of the Atlas Mountains, surrounded by a water course and in the centre of an important forest of cedars. A few kilometres further on we find a Berber village, very well known for the artisan cooperative. Continue to Beni Mellal, for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch departure to Fez. Arrival at the hotel Hotel Les Merinides Fez 5 *. Check in and rooms distribution. Dinner and accommodation. 4th Day – October 10th - FEZ Breakfast at hotel. In the morning, visit of Fez, the oldest of the imperial cities of Morocco. It is the embodiment of the country's history and its spiritual and religious capital, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Visit to the exteriors of the Royal Palace. With about 80 hectares, it includes beautiful gardens, mosques and also an old Medersa (school for studies of the Koran), whose origin dates back to the fourteenth century. Built in the 17th century, part of the palace still serves as a residence to the King of Morocco when visiting this area. Continue to Medersa Attarine. Founded in 1325, this madraçal in the heart of the medina has wonderful decorative details and is, after the Madraçal de Bou Inania, the most impressive of medieval Muslim colleges. Enjoy the photo stop at the amazing Bab Boujloud gates, the splendid fountain at Nejjarine Square and the ancient ramparts. Lunch in an old Palace in the medina. In the afternoon, we continue to the Merinid Tombs, with a fantastic view of the city. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Dinner and accommodation. 5th Day - October 11th– FEZ / MEKNES / RABAT Breakfast at hotel. At time to be informed locally exit towards Meknes. Arrival and private visit of the city, formerly known as imperial city of Meknes. Visit to its historic attractions such as the impressive ramparts, monumental gates, Moulay Ismail mausoleum, Moulay Idriss, Babal Mansour and the Agdal Basin. Visit of Volubilis, an archaeological site that holds the best preserved Roman ruins in this part of northern Africa. In 1997 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch at local restaurant. Departure to Rabat. Arrival at Hotel Farah Rabat 5 *. Rooms distribution. Dinner and accommodation. 6th Day - October 12th - RABAT / CASABLANCA Breakfast at the hotel. Private visit of the city. Rabat dates back to about 40 AD, when it was a Roman settlement known as Chellah. Its rich history and location make the Moroccan capital a pleasant place to visit. We highlight the Kasbah of Ouadaya and the Gate of Ouadaya, built by the Almohad dynasty that overthrew the existing Kasbah when they took control of the city in 1150 AD. The complex contains a palace and a mosque; the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, thought to be one of the best examples of modern architecture of the Alaouita dynasty and one of the most famous buildings in Rabat. The mausoleum contains the bodies of Mohammed V and his two sons; The Royal Palace, official residence of King Hassan II. Lunch at local restaurant. Departure to Casablanca after lunch. Arrival at Hotel Movenppick Casablana 5 * or similar at late afternoon. Rooms distribution. Dinner and accommodation. th th 7 Day - October 13 - CASABLANCA / LISBON / FUNCHAL Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the capital of the country, passing through the Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V Square, the residential area of Anfa and the Hassan II Mosque (entrance). Departure do the airport. Departure at 4:35 pm with confirm tickets on regular flight Tap, TP 1443, to Lisbon. Arrival at 6:15pm. Disembarking at Lisbon airport and police formalities. Departure at 9.50 pm with confirm tickets on regular flight Tap TP1691, to Funchal. Arrival at 11:35pm. disembarking and transfer to CASINO PARK HOTEL 5*. Accommodation 8th Day - October 14th - FUNCHAL Breakfast at the hotel. END OF PROGRAM Hotels: HOTEL RAWABI MARRAKECH & SPA- ALL INCLUSIVE 4**** http://rawabihotelmarrakech.com/ With an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Rawabi Marrakech & Spa is a 10-minute drive from the Medina of Marrakech and the Jamaâ el Fna Square. It offers a garden, a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Serviced by a lift, all rooms feature a balcony, satellite TV and a minibar. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and a bath or shower. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at Hotel Rawabi Marrakech & Spa. Snacks and drinks can be enjoyed by the pool, the hotel’s restaurant, serves Moroccan specialties. This property has a steam bath, a wellness centre and 2 meeting rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Hotel Rawabi Marrakech & Spa offers a free access to the fitness centre. LES MÉRINIDES 5***** http://www.lesmerinides.com/pt-pt Perched on the hills of Fez, Les Mérinides hotel invites you to explore the historical wonders of a city full of heritage. It features a terrace with swimming pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned rooms are decorated in light tones using high quality materials, such as glass and wood. They are equipped with amenities including satellite TV and minibar. The hotel has 3 restaurants. A Moroccan restaurant is located on the third floor, with views of the the Medina and offers a combination of Moroccan and international cuisine served in a refined atmosphere. HOTEL GOLDEN TULIP FARAH RABAT 5***** http://www.goldentulipfarahrabat.com/en/ Overlooking the river Bouregreg, Farah Rabat is located a 5-minute drive from Mawazine's Bouregreg Stage. Its facilities include a fitness centre, pool and Spa. Farah Rabat’s guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, Wi-Fi internet access and have a view overlooking the city, the Marina or Bouregrag River. The hotel’s 3 restaurants serve a variety of International and Italian cuisine, as well as Moroccan specialities. Guests can also enjoy a range of tea, coffee and cocktails in the hotel bars. MOVENPICK CASABLANCA 5***** http://www.movenpick.com/en/africa/morocco/casablanca/hotel-casablanca/overview/ Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca is located in Casablanca business area, near the Medina in Casablanca City Centre. It offers a gourmet restaurant and air-conditioned guest rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The closest tram stop is just opposite the hotel. Each contemporary room at the Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca is soundproofed. They are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with bathrobe and slippers. Casablanca Café restaurant serves Mediterranean and International cuisine while Seven offers Moroccan gastronomy. Also available is a Sushi-bar and a snack bar with panoramic views of the city. Overlooking Casablanca city, guests can enjoy drinks at 16ème bar with live DJ. A wellness centre is also available, with an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. The spa provides a sauna, hammam, massages and beauty treatments. Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca offers a 24-hour front desk with concierge and VIP services. It features a terrace for guests to enjoy the sun, and free Wi-Fi is available. Package Cost: 950,00 Euros per person TWIN/DBLB sharing 200,00 Euros single supplement Due limited seats for this Pre-tour first to came first to be confirmed. Full payment till 1 July 2018 Package includes: Firm TAP air ticket LISRAK / CMNLIS / LISFNC (1 bag in cabin with 8 Kgs and 1 bag in hold with 23Kgs) Transfer APT/HTL on arrival Marrakesh airport All tours in exclusive autopullman, accompanied by local guides speaking English All visits mentioned accompanied by local guides speaking English 7 nights accommodation in 4*/ 5* hotels with buffet breakfast 5 lunches in local restaurants 5 dinners at hotel 1 dinner with typical show Transfer on arrival Funchal airport to the Casino Park Hotel 5* Travel insurance Not included: WACA fee of 20,00 USD .