14 Days Journey into Barbary
Adventure across the straight
of Gibraltar
Introduction
This exciting family adventure offers a whole variety of
activities for all to enjoy. In Andalucia we explore
whitewashed hill villages shaped by the Moors; in
Gibraltar we'll come across Barbary apes and awesome
caves. We'll search for dolphins and whales in the
Strait of Gibraltar - one of the best places in Europe
to track their migration between the warm waters of the
Mediterranean and the Atlantic. Across in Africa, two of
the fabulous ancient Royal Cities of Morocco - Fes and
Marrakech - provide a vibrant feast for the senses.
ALL ABOARD THE ANDALUCIA EXPRESS!
Beginning in Malaga, we leave Spain's most famous costa
behind and board the Andalucia Express for a journey
through the spectacular 'El Chorro' gorge. Emerging in a
world of sleepy whitewashed villages, we pause to
explore Ronda, one of the original pueblos blancos.
Perched dramatically on a cliff top, it is home to
Spain's oldest bullring and an impressive Roman bridge.
We then head for the Med and reach the 'Rock' of
Gibraltar to explore its caves, fortified tunnels and to
mingle with Barbary apes.
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS FROM TARIFA
Our base on the shores of the Med is Tarifa, a small
fishing town. Unlike many other places along the coast
in southern Spain, it still has a laidback, small town
atmosphere with cobblestone streets and some great fish
restaurants. It is also an excellent base from which to
join boat excursions, looking out for whales and
dolphins towards the Moroccan coast - a mere 14 km away.
Around Tarifa there are also some superb beaches and
coastal walks. Leaving Spain, we cross the Strait of
Gibraltar on the Tarifa to Tangier ferry to arrive in a
land that is very different, yet shares a common
history.
MEDINAS & MOUNTAINS
From Tangier we take the train to Fes. Two days are
spent in this exotic town, where we can while away happy
hours haggling in the mesmerising souks and alleyways of
the Medina. There's also time for a trip out to visit
the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy city of Moulay
Idriss. Then we drive south to our base in the Central
High Atlas mountains, where we walk to nearby Berber
villages, and learn about their fascinating culture.
Finally we arrive in Marrakech to spend two nights in
what is surely one of the world's most evocative cities.
The animated Djemma-el-Fna Square is the 'Heart of
Morocco', the focal point where Berbers and Arabs come
to exchange news, enjoy the street perfomers, haggle and
trade in jelabahs, carpets and spices.
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Journey into Barbary
Tour Information This exciting family adventure offers a whole variety of activities for
all to enjoy
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dates throughout 2007/08
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