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Private
Tour of Tunis and Morocco
From Dougga to Marrakech
The 15 Day -KSAR Version
Imagine
"traveling the train through clear Moroccan skies...."
Ksar Oule Sultane- Star War Material
Compare with the 11 day version or
the 6 days Tunisia ( budget travel)
Or
with the Tunis and Morocco Honeymoon Grand Tour
Start
in Tunisia ANY DAY
Click
here for Morocco Independent traveller edition: 10
Day with a stay at the sea
side Essaouira . or the 12
days with a one night stay in the Sahara
Suggested Itinerary
(if you have your own ideas , we'll be glad to custom
tailor your visit)
Day
1- Tunisia : Daily arrival:
Our local staff will meet you upon arrival at Tunis Carthage International
Airport. You'll be assisted with the formalities, and escorted your
hotel. Private air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur.
Day
2-
Tunis (B)
Full
day own activities, or ask us for available optional tours.
Day
3-
DOUGGA (BL)
After breakfast at the hotel, we start our full day to
Dougga: A Numidian city, mentioned in the 4th century B.C. by Diodorus
the Sicilian as Tocai, tukka was from the 2nd to 1st century B.C. one
of the residences of the Massyle Kings (MASSINISSA, MICIPSA,JUGURTHA).
In
Roman times the municipal land was split into two parts; the Numidian
city, and a pagus (rural area) under the authority of Carthage, Whole
again, thugga was a municipium in 205 and honorary colonia in 261. With
some 5,000 residents, thugga had a municipal bourgeoisie which endowed
her with a number of rich monuments.
The
monuments are incredibly well preserved, allowing us to imagine the
infrastructure this small Proconsular town possessed: 12 temples, 3
of which were transformed into churches in the 4th Century , 3 Roman
baths, numerous fountains, aqueducts and more. Thugga slowly lost its
glory, though it still enjoyed brief periods of revival in the 3rd,
the 4th and 6th centuries (Byzantine fortress) .
Though
it was never deserted, archaeological research required the removal
of its residents to a new Dougga lying below classical thugga. We'll
enjoy lunch (Included) at a local restaurant. Return early evening to
our hotel in Tunis .
 Day
4- SFAX,
GABES, MATMATA (BL)
Our
busy day starts with a drive to the coastal city of Gabes, a Roman outpost
of old and a traditional market center where, for centuries, goods from
across the sea and across the desert have changed hands. We'll visit
the oasis, where palm groves and gardens flourish. After a lunch stop
( included ) our route takes us through terrain of increasingly sparse
grasses and shrubs, into the desert to Matmata. We'll visit
of the troglodya
community of miniature underground houses, where the earliest settlers
sheltered from the extremes of the desert above -- as do the Berbers
of today. We'll settle in to comfortable lodgings
at a four-star hotel. For those interested in the real experience of
" Star War" ambiance, then you may spend the night at Sidi
Driss hotel in Matmata, modest 2-3 stars rating.
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
Day
5-
MATMATA Tatouine Matmata (BL)
Tataouine,
Medenine Ksar Region:
Although Medenine is an important crossroads, it has little of interest
to offer the visitor. It is, however, the canter of the Ksour area.
A Ksar (plural Ksour) is a fortified village built in a distinctive
style
Usually the Berbers built their Ksour on top of a hill from mud One
of the best preserved Ksour in Tunisia is at Ksar Ouled Soltane near
Tataouine. Lucasfilm used Ksar Hadada for shooting some scene in 1997.
It was used as a Mos Espa background where Qui-Gon (Jedi Master ) and
Shmi ( Anakin's mother) speak of Anakin's parentage .
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
Day
6 - Matmata, EL DJEM (B)
After breakfast , proceed in your private chauffeured car to Gabes &
El Djem / El
Jem, which boasts a Roman coliseum very similar to the famous one
in Rome .
Accommodation : in Modest 3 star Ksar El Djem.
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
Day
7 - Sidi Bou Said (B)
After breakfast, drive back to to Sidi Bou Said, visit of the picturesque
village on the
hill, stroll in the narrow streets . After enjoying the traditional
tea with mint at the cafe Sidi Chabaane overlooking the Mediterranean
sea, transfer to Hotel and overnight
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
Day
8 - Departure for Marrakech (B)
After
breakfast, our local personnel will escort you to the international
airport, where you'll board flight onward to Marrakech ,
international air fare between Tunisia and Marrakech
is ncluded in our rates
, depending on your day of travel , you may fly Tunis Casablanca Marrakech
or via Paris.
You arrive in the Kingdom of Morocco, landing at Marrakech, our
staff greets you at the airport and escorts you to your hotel. Then,
take your first plunge into this wonderful, exotic city.
Day 9 - MARRAKECH- Complimentary HOME HOSTED DINNER (BD)
There is much to see in this great city which Winston Churchill called
"the most beautiful place in the world at sunset." Grab your
guidebook and explore! The top sights that you may wish to explore
on your own:
include the stately Koutoubia Minaret, the hidden tombs
of the Saadian dynasty, the Menara pavilion and gardens, the
ruins of sprawling Badi Palace, the Bahia Palace Museum,
the Ben Yousef medersa, and the Koubba (chapel) of
el-Ba'adiyn.
Not to forget Marrakech's fabulous medieval souk (bazaar)? Penetrating
the labyrinthine souk, you'll see some of the age-old guilds at work,
including the dyers and tanners. Save an hour--and bring your camera--for
famous Djemaa el-Fna square with its circus atmosphere of itinerant
dancers, jugglers, acrobats, storytellers, soothsayers, snake charmers,
medicine men and public scribes. Find a cozy bistro for lunch, and perhaps
an elegant restaurant for dinner--it's all up to you.
If
you'd like an orientation tour (optional at extra cost), just contact
our local representative, who will be happy to make your reservation
This
evening we'll venture where few ordinary visitors ever tread . . . right
into the homes of some of the people of Istanbul! You'll be invited
to a family dinner, and while you enjoy wholesome home-cooked specialties,
you'll learn about and appreciate the outlook, aspirations, and way
of life of your hosts. Be assured, as curious as you may be about your
new friends, they're sure to have questions about your own background.
Once the ice is broken, you'll enjoy a lively evening, and find that
you have more in common than you ever suspected. Of course, you may
enjoy a quiet evening , by letting us know your preferences.
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
DAY
10 - MARRAKECH TO VOLUBILIS (BL)
We'll set out in the morning for the site of Volubilis, (private
car & driver) once the capital of the Roman province of Mauritania
Tingitania. We'll have lunch included en route. In Volubilis we'll spend
the night at the modest Hotel Volubilis.
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
DAY
11 - FEZ (B)
After a breakfast at leisure , we'll spend another half day in
Volubilis then it is on to Fez .
DAY
12 - FEZ (BL)
Put on your walking shoes this afternoon for a trip in time back
to the ninth century, as you explore the old city of Fez. Its Medina
and its labyrinth of souks have been declared a world cultural treasure.
Explore as you wish on your own .
Oldest of Morocco's four Imperial Cities, Fez is endlessly fascinating,
and today it's yours. Top sights include the medina (old city),
the 15-century Borj Nord Arms Museum, the gateway of the royal
palace, the fortifications of the Kasbah, the 9th-century
Karaouine Mosque and University, the medersas (theological seminaries)
of Bou Inania and Attarine, the shrine of the city's founder
Moulay Idris II, the Nejjarine Fountain, the monumental
gateway of Bab Boujelloud, the old harem gardens, Dar
Batha Museum, and the artisans' guilds in the souks. Lunch
is included at a charming local restaurant . Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide .
DAY
13 - FEZ (B)
Breakfast at the hotel , with another day to explore Fez on your
own.
DAY
14 - Chefchaouen (B)
We'll pick you up in the morning and proceed to Chefchaouen , accommodation
will be in the Parador hotel or similar.
(
Chaouen means the peaks and Chef means look, Chefchaouen is look at
the peaks ).
Chefchaouen
: This delightful town in the Rif Mountains is a favourite with travellers
for obvious reasons, the air is cool and clear, the people are noticeably
more relaxed than in tangier and Tetouen. Founded by Moulay Ali Ben
Rachid in 1471 as a base from which to attack the Portuguese in Ceuta,
the town prospered and grew considerably with the arrival of Muslims
refugees from Spain.
Private
air-conditioned vehicle, private chuffeur, private guide :
Visit
the Market near Mohamed V th square, the Medina, la Plaza Uta el-Hammam
& Kasbah.
DAY
15 - DEPARTURE (B)
Our staff escorts you to Casablanca airport for your , or for the guests
taking the ferry , we escort you to the pier in Tangiers Ferry ticket
to Spain or Gibraltar is included in our cost. Bon Voyage.
Rates
per person
|
Deluxe |
First Class |
| Triple
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US$
4660 |
US$
4140 |
|
Double |
US$
4798 |
US$
4262 |
| Single
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US$
5270 |
US$
5032 |
Tunisia
!!
AAAAH ! desert oases, curious troglodyte dwellings, Islamic splendors,
a Roman amphitheater, and unspoiled beaches. You'll appreciate the breathtaking
beauty of a land that has drawn wanderers over the centuries.
O
yes, galactic traveller, there
is a land where fabled cities arise from the sand, where gnomes have
left behind their warrens of dwellings, where sleek craft hover millimeters
above the surface, free from gravitational bonds. Green oases and palm-fringed
beaches promise extraterrestrial pleasures. The land is Tunisia. Visit
Matmata Oases and maybe experience the troglodyte accommodation ( Subject
to availability) . We'll send you a copy of the Lonely Planet guide
to Tunisia and Morocco, so you can read up on this romantic destination.Episodes
I II, and IV of Star Wars were filmed among, and inspired by, the
extraordinary landscapes, the exotic architecture, and the pervasive
mystery of this land, and we’ll explore it in the Star Wars spirit.
We’ll visit legendary Kairouan, canyons and waterfalls concealed
in desert fastnesses, and traverse great sand dunes. Our adventure will
culminate with an in-depth exploration of Oung Jemel, the real-life
desert planet of Tatooine. Join us, for a combination of fantasy, pleasure,
and enlightenment, in the Tunisia of Star Wars and Moroccan Kasbahs
International
airfare is not included in the rates, so feel free to use frequent flyer
tickets, or ask us about our special fares.
DEPARTURE
DATES
You may begin your tour on any day of the week. Christmas, New Year's
weeks, please dad 15 % supplement to the rates
Your
Friends Abroadsm tour includes:
- Hotel
accommodation at a carefully-selected hotel in the class of your choice
(Deluxe, First Class, Tourist Class), including tax ,breakfast daily
and service charges .
- Transportation
between cities in Tunisia, by an air conditioned van/car as per itinerary
.
- International
air fare Tunisia/ Marrakech
- Tours
, entrance fees,local guides as per itinerary.
- Train
transportation in Morocco, first class tickets as listed
- Lonely
Planet guidebook to Morocco, and Tunisia
- Consultation
and referral services of our local Friends Abroadsm
representative in each city on your tour.
- Complimentary
Panoramic tour of Casablanca. Including entrance fees to the Grand
Mosque ( except on Fridays no tours of the mosque on Fridays).
- Complimentary
Home hosted dinner in Marrakceh.
What's
not included:
- International
airfare to or from Morocco
- Lunch
or dinner except where/when listed
- In
Morocco we did not include tours and local guides (except when/where
listed) , which are always available at extra cost if you would like
them
- Tips
- Travel
Insurance, we'll be glad to mail you the flyer
- Beverages
Tunisia
Sample Hotels
For
deluxe & First Class we'll use El Hanna International or 5 star
beach property : Khamsa Corinthia Hotel in Tunis.
| Sample
Hotels Morocco |
Five
Stars |
First
class
Four
Stars |
| Casablanca |
Royal
Mansour |
Palace
D'Anfa |
| Marrakech |
Imperial
Borj or Kenzi Farah |
Tichka,
Holiday or Diwan |
| Fes
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Les
Merinides |
Wassim,
Menzah
Zalagh
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| Voulubilis
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| Chefchaouen |
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Morocco
the 12 days with
a one night stay in the Sahara
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Mediterranean
Sun with Malta
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a spa package to your stay
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