Worldwide Escorted Tours 2025 - 2027

118 Visit our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours Africa & the Middle East Explore Morocco’s spice-filled souks, rugged landscapes, and sweeping desert plains as you journey through the shadows of North Africa’s towering High Atlas Mountains. Moroccan Explorer: Mountains to Desert Discover what you’ll experience: DAY 1 & 2 ‹ UK TO MARRAKECH: Begin your adventure in the ‘Red City’ of Marrakech, seeing the 12th-century Koutoubia Tower, Marrakech’s largest mosque and minaret. Explore souks teeming with the colourful stalls, charismatic hawkers and powerful aromas, before watching as the world- famous Djema El Fnaa Square transforms into an immense show of dancers, musicians and snake charmers in the evening. DAY 3 ‹ TINGHIR: Journey across the High Atlas and absorb incredible panoramas of the Touama streams and verdant vegetable terraces from Toufliht Park. Head toward the breath-taking Tizi N’Tichka path, ‘the gateway of the Sahara, before reaching the magical town of Kelaa Mgouna. Nestled amidst the Valley of Roses, bursting with dusky-pink hues, here they skilfully produce beauty products from these delicate flowers. DAY 4 ‹ MERZOUGA: Travel to Merzouga, visiting Todra Gorges en route. Browse market stalls in Tinekdad and Erfoud, then journey through Tafilalt, the largest Saharan oasis in Morocco. End the day with a camel ride across sandy desert landscapes towards your evening accommodation, a comfortable desert camp. DAY 5 & 6 ‹ OUARZAZATE: Witness a Sahara sunrise and visit Rissani’s vibrant souks before travelling across the unforgettable lunar plains, mountain peaks and canyons of Saghro Djebel. Visit the official residence of the Pacha of Marrakech, Taourirt Kasbah - a stunning citadel encompassing over 300 rooms made of earth and straw. Continue to the Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a fortified village and UNESCO Heritage Site where traders historically transported gold, ivory and salt. DAY 7 & 8 › OURIKA VALLEY: Return to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains and discover the modest lifestyle of indigenous Berbers, who maintain the self-sufficient existence that they have led since the middle ages. See the abandoned village of Aghmat, founded by the Berbers before the arrival of Islam and meet a local family at their home in Oualmes village, admiring views of the Toubkal pass. In Sit Fatma village, enjoy a typical Berber meal, including a traditionally- baked bread and a Berber tajin. DAY 9 ‹ RETURN TO THE UK: Transfer to the airport for your flight home. FOR FULL TOUR ITINERARIES & DETAILED TOUR DOSSIERS SEE OUR WEBSITE Ourika Valley, Morocco Scan QR code to visit this tour webpage What’s included? UK RETURN FLIGHTS With Easyjet from London. Regional departures available ACCOMMODATION By itinerary order: 4 H Grand Plaza Marrakech, 3 H Kasbah Tombouctou, Camp Merzouga Paradise, 4 H Hotel Karam Palace 6 EXCURSIONS MEALS 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners EXPERT LOCAL GUIDE Marrakech Tinghir Merzouga Ouarzazate Lead-in price based on 24 Sep & 12 Nov 2025. A single supplement starts from just £289 Extend your tour Essaouira Beach Stay 3 nights, Bed & Breakfast from £245 Agadir Beach Stay 3 nights, 4  Half Board from £555 9 Days Escorted Tour from £1,099 Private tour an extra £44pp per day MONTHS OF DEPARTURE & PRICES 2025 2026 2027 JAN FEB MAR £1,249 £1,299 APR MAY £1,299 JUN £1,349 JUL AUG SEP £1,099 £1,199 £1,249 OCT £1,199 £1,199 £1,249 NOV £1,099 £1,149 £1,199 DEC