Marrakech To Barcelona

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15 days (ex Marrakech)

Destinations visited: Spain, Barcelona, Morocco, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Travel through Morocco and Spain. From the splendidly chaotic medinas of Marrakech, through the ancient city of Seville, to the artistic streets of Barcelona, come and explore the great Moorish metropolises of Morocco and Spain. Step back in time as you wander down medieval alleyways and through crumbling Roman ruins. From spectacular sunsets to exotic spice-filled souqs - with a good dose of tapas and flamenco in between - discover age-old cultures and bright, new beginnings on this exotic adventure.

Highlights

Get swept up in Marrakech's Djemma el-Fna.
Admire Morocco's Moorish architecture in Casablanca.
Discover the sights.
smells and sounds of Fes.
Visit the sacred pilgrimage village of Moulay Idriss.
Get lost in Albayzin's maze of pathways.
Soak up modern-day Spain in marvellous Madrid.
Be awed by Gaudi's eccentricity in Barcelona.

Itinerary

Day 1 Marrakech

Jump into the colour and chaos of the souqs. See the Koutoubia Mosque or just kick back at the Djemma el-Fna and watch the jugglers, palm readers and orange juice squeezers vie for attention in Marrakech.

Day 2 Casablanca

Be sure to spend time exploring Morocco's Moorish architecture in Casablanca. A visit to the ornate Hassan II Mosque is highly recommended.

Days 3-4 Fes

Step back in time in the medieval streets of the Fes medina. Discover the pungent scents of the tanneries and drop by a ceramics factory to see potters at work.

Day 5 Moulay Idriss

Explore the ancient Roman city of Volubilis. Get an insight into Islamic pilgrimage while staying in Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco's holiest towns.

Day 6 Tangier

Travel by train to Tangier. Experience old-world sights and sounds in the kasbah and medina or rub shoulders with locals on the seaside promenade.

Days 7-8 Seville

Cross the Strait of Gibraltar and travel to Seville. Known for its fiestas, tapas and enormous Gothic cathedral, this Spanish city is scattered with remnants of the past. Maybe take the steps to the top of the cathedral's Moorish tower before an evening performance of impassioned flamenco.

Days 9-10 Granada

Discover slices of Islamic architecture around every corner in the beautiful Moorish city of Granada. Explore the old Arab quarter of Albayzin, climb the city's steep streets to Mirador San Nicolas and make time to visit the Alhambra - an ancient palace and fortress.

Days 11-12 Madrid

Reflect on modern Spain in Madrid's many museums or take a day trip to Toledo, a city soaked in rich culture and history.

Days 13-15 Barcelona

Finish the tour in the much-loved city of Barcelona. With history, art, architecture, beaches and amazing food around every corner, staying a few extra days might have to be an option!

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel (13 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt)

Transport

Train, Taxi, Bus, Ferry, Metro

Budget

Allow EUR €525 for meals not included.

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