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Why visit Central Morocco

Against the soaring peaks of the Atlas mountains, picturesque Berber villages, palm-filled oases and undulating desert landscapes set the stage for an extraordinary range of adventures. There's hiking along craggy clifftops overlooking the stunning scenery of Todra Gorge and Dadès Gorge, mule treks through Skoura and lush river valleys, and desert wanders by camel amid the sculpted sand dunes surrounding Merzouga and M’Hamid.

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Morocco's Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert in 12 Days

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  1. 1 Experiencing Rabat’s vibrant culture and storied history on a guided tour of the Old Medina
  2. 2 Seeing blue in the white-washed walls and colorful decor of Chefchaouen’s “Blue City”
  3. 3 Riding a camel through the sprawling sand dunes of the Sahara Desert
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