Cool mountain kasbahs, sunny Saharan dunes and the ever-trendy Marrakech.
Marrakech Uncovered Breathe in the timeless tranquility of Marrakech’s famed Jardin Majorelle (and discover the newly opened Yves Saint Laurent museum), wander labyrinthine souks in search of fragrant saffron and golden argan oil, and slip away to a hidden tea shop for a cup of the ubiquitous minty-green brew. In Fez, visit the workshops of coppersmiths, weavers, leather workers and other artists. The private, 11-day tour also takes in the desert town of Ouarzazate, Casablanca and Rabat.
Countrywide Tour Let the rhythm of shifting sand lull you to sleep inside a camelskin khaima tent in the heart of the towering Saharan dunes of Erg Chebbi. This wide-ranging, nine-day tour includes meeting a rural Berber family, a lunch at Sir Richard Branson’s Kasbah Tamadot, a look at the exquisite Roman ruins in Volubilis and a visit to Al Quaraouiyine University, a haven of Arabic studies since ad 859.
Cities in the Sand Travel by private jet from Marrakech to Errachidia, an oasis town near the Algerian border. Drive south into the Tafilalt Oasis to explore once majestic, now-ruined kasbahs — formerly beacons of hope to trade caravans trudging through the perilous Sahara. Discover mysterious Sijilmassa, founded in ad 757 and a crucial stop for gold traders between the Niger River and Tangier.
An abundance of cultural treasures
Traveling across Europe opens your eyes to a world of unparalleled culture and history. It often seems impossible to choose between the Renaissance art of Florence and the Impressionist paintings of Paris; Germany’s Bavarian castles and the bustling multicultural London streets. The wealth of knowledge acquired in Europe is an asset of a lifetime – its only rivals being the people and food you’ll encounter along the way! Close proximity of individual countries makes it easy to incorporate any number of them into your trip, while each country is more than worthy of a focused, extended stay as you immerse yourself in the culture and communities.
The Possibilities Are Endless
Set to a backdrop of an impressive variety of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to the breath-taking Rocky Mountain range, North America offers a unique adventure for every traveler. Take a road trip along the Pacific Coast highway, zip-line through Canada’s temperate rainforests, or journey through Mexico’s Copper Canyon by train. The endless opportunities of the land will leave you wanting to discover more.
