Need Egypt,Morocco tour ideas

"Marie-Aude" <me.RemoveThis@myprivacy.net> wrote in message
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> Le Mon, 31 Dec 2007 09:19:30 -0800 (PST), msabatini2001.RemoveThis@yahoo.com a écrit
> :
>
>> Any recommendations of itinerary? What would be the not-to-miss sites
>> to visit in Egypt and in Morrocco?
>
> I would recommend you to go directly to Fes and Meknes, which are worth at
> least 3 days visit. And on your last day, visit the Hassan II mosque, and
> Rabat.
> But to be honest you can't do Morocco in four days, and I'm afraid you
> will
> miss at the same time Egypt and Morocco.

I agree with all of the above. Though Sale Medina (across the river from the
Palace) is better than Rabat Medina.

tim
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On Dec 31 2007, 12:19 pm, msabatini2... DeleteThis @yahoo.com wrote:
> I am planning to visit Egypt in the Fall 2008. I also want to visit
> Morocco. Am looking for information/recommendations on whether this is
> possible. I realize that I won't be able to visit every place, so will
> need to stick to the main sights, but am looking for possibilities. My
> plan is to spend 5 days in Egypt and 4 in Morocco.
> Has anyone done something like this? Is this doable?


Doable? Yes. Advisable? No. You would lose at least a day in
transit, and would hardly get a feel for either place. You would have
a much better time spending 9 days in one of the countries and not
trying to do both.

> I have been checking several sites for information,recommendations,
> but am currently going thru information overload.
> Plan is to fly into Cairo, complete Egypt, then fly to Rabat/
> Casablanca, finish Morocco, then back to Cairo for return. Any other
> ideas?
>
> Any recommendations of itinerary? What would be the not-to-miss sites
> to visit in Egypt and in Morrocco?


Morocco doesn't really have any not-to-miss sites - the main
attraction are its "medinas" and "souks" - the old market districts of
its cities, which are full of the colors and sights and sounds of a
traditional Arab market district. There's also a lot of historic
Islamic architecture, although non-Muslims are not allowed into most
of the mosques. And there are mountains and deserts to explore, but
you probably wouldn't have time for more than just the cities. Spend
3 days each in Fez and Marrakech (which have the largest and most
interesting market districts in Morocco). And then maybe 1 day each
in Rabat, Casablanca and the Roman ruin of Volubilis.

In Egypt, 9 days should cover Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and a
Nile boat ride.
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On Dec 31 2007, 12:19 pm, msabatini2... DeleteThis @yahoo.com wrote:
> I am planning to visit Egypt in the Fall 2008. I also want to visit
> Morocco. Am looking for information/recommendations on whether this is
> possible. I realize that I won't be able to visit every place, so will
> need to stick to the main sights, but am looking for possibilities. My
> plan is to spend 5 days in Egypt and 4 in Morocco.
> Has anyone done something like this? Is this doable?
> I have been checking several sites for information,recommendations,
> but am currently going thru information overload.
> Plan is to fly into Cairo, complete Egypt, then fly to Rabat/
> Casablanca, finish Morocco, then back to Cairo for return. Any other
> ideas?
> Any recommendations of itinerary? What would be the not-to-miss sites
> to visit in Egypt and in Morrocco?
> Any recommendations for hotels? Any information will help.
> Thanks.
> Mark Sabatini

Ok I am convinced now. I am going for Egypt then.
Next question: Any recommendations for tour companies that take care
of hotels and tours? We are a family of 4 if that matters.

Advisable to book on my own - air, hotel, tours etc? The problem is I
don't know how long to spend in any one place. For e.g. is 2 days
enough for Cairo, so I will need to book a hotel for 2 days.
Similarly for each of the other cities/towns. Difficult to book days
in each city and then keep a travel schedule.
How did you tour Egypt? Any websites, suggestions for more
information?
Thanks.
Mark Sabatini
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<msabatini2001.TakeThisOut@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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>I am planning to visit Egypt in the Fall 2008. I also want to visit
> Morocco. Am looking for information/recommendations on whether this is
> possible. I realize that I won't be able to visit every place, so will
> need to stick to the main sights, but am looking for possibilities. My
> plan is to spend 5 days in Egypt and 4 in Morocco.
> Has anyone done something like this? Is this doable?
> I have been checking several sites for information,recommendations,
> but am currently going thru information overload.
> Plan is to fly into Cairo, complete Egypt, then fly to Rabat/
> Casablanca, finish Morocco, then back to Cairo for return. Any other
> ideas?
> Any recommendations of itinerary? What would be the not-to-miss sites
> to visit in Egypt and in Morrocco?
> Any recommendations for hotels? Any information will help.
> Thanks.
> Mark Sabatini



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I can recommend you a tour operator you can use to book both countries, Egypt and Morocco as well. Isram World of Travel http://www.isram.com is offering a variety of tours to Africa and Middle East. I arranged my trip to Egypt with them last year. Excellent service and good selections of the hotels. And if still consider Morocco, go to Agadir, a European resort town with a great beach and a variety of food and nightlife. Agadir vacations offer you a little of everything. Take the opportunity to venture into the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, which are traditional Berber territory, jeep safaris or hiking expeditions can be arranged. Just 35 km inland from Agadir you will experience mountains, canyons, waterfalls, palm groves, and isolated villages in the valleys. For surf fans on holiday in Agadir, a short taxi or bus ride will take you to Taghazout, a smaller beach resort renowned for its wind and kite surfing facilities and laid back beach culture. From your Agadir base you can also easily visit Marrakech,
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