Northern Morocco Photography Adventure Destination Photo Workshop with Harold Davis Saturday, October 19, 2019 to Wednesday, October 30, 2019 12 days and 11 nights Oranges in Marrakech Logistics-at-a-Glance Page 1 Day 1: Saturday, October 19 Welcome to Casablanca: Check-in & Visiting Hassan II Mosque (D) Page 2 Day 2: Sunday, October 20 Day 3: Monday, October 21 Day 4: Tuesday, October 22 Rabat & Meknes: ollowing breakfast at the hotel, we will leave Casablanca and drive to the historical town of Rabat. (B, L) Moulay Idriss, Volubilis, & ez: Today, we will travel to scenic countryside to the sacred pilgrimage village of Moulay Idriss. (B) The old city of ez el Bali: Step back into the Middle Ages in the labyrinth of the Medina, which is alive with craftsmen, markets, tanneries and mosques. (B) Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Day 5: Wednesday, October 23 Continue exploring ez: Today explore ez on your own and with Harold. (B) Page 6 Day 6: Thursday, October 24 Day 7: riday, October 25 Day 8: Saturday, October 26 Day 9: Sunday, Ocobter 27 Day 10: Monday, October 28 Day 11: Monday, October 29 Day 12: Monday, October 30 The Blue City Chefchaouen: Chefchaouen, also known as the blue city, is arguably one of the prettiest places in Morocco. (B) Walking tour of Chefchaouen: We ll start the morning with a guided tour of the sights, sounds, and smells of the medina. (B) Continue exploring Chefchaouen: Today explore Chefchaouen on your own and with Harold. (B) Tangier and the Caves of Hercules: ollowing breakfast, we will take a local three-hour bus to the coastal town of Tangier, a place of strategic importance to the Mediterranean and the gateway to Africa. (B) Marrakech and the Djemaa el na: Today, we arrive into Marrakech early on the overnight train. After breakfast at local restaurant, we will be joined by a local guide for morning tour. Marrakech is a feast for the senses! (B) Marrakech: or the last day of our Northern Morocco Photography Adventure, the day is yours to continue exploring Marrakech. (B, D) Transfer to the Airport: ollowing breakfast, you can take the arranged transfer to Marrakech Airport or stay on in Marrakech as you please. (B) Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Important Information Page 14 About Intrepid Travel Page 15 About Harold Davis What folks have said about Harold Davis workshops and events Page 16 Contact Harold and Phyllis Davis: If you have any questions at all, please contact Harold by email at Harold@DigitalieldGuide.com or Phyllis at Phyllis@BearHome.com. Thanks!
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 1 Logistics-at-a-Glance Our Travel Style Travel and logistics services for this Harold Davis Destination Photography Workshop are provided by the Intrepid Group. or travelers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world of adventure travel since 1989. With a huge variety of trips available, Intrepid travelers explore the world's most amazing places - from the back streets of Asia, to the wilds of Africa, the colorful landscapes of Latin America, the picturesque National Parks of North America, the delicacies of Europe & ancient cultures of Australasia. Come with us to discover real people, real cultures & incredible real life experiences along the way Wherever we go in the world, we take a responsible attitude with us. That means travelling in a way which both respects and benefits local people, their culture and the environment. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to arrange a private group adventure with Intrepid Travel. About Your Trip Start Location Casablanca, Morocco inish Location Marrakech, Morocco Accommodation Per Daily itinerary Hotel - 5 nights Riad - 5 nights Overnight Sleeper Train - 1 night Rooming Requirements Twin Share SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Single Included supplement Mealsis available with the exception of the overnight train. Included Meals Breakfast (11) Lunch (1) Dinner (2) Transport Per Daily Itinerary Private vehicle transfers throughout; overnight train Leader/Guide 1 x English Speaking Leader throughout (in addition to Harold) Local Guides in: Volubilis, es, Chefchaouen & Marrakech Per Daily itinerary Entrance/Admission ees Where applicable with included activities Airport Transfers Arrival and Departure Transfers are included light details are required 45 days prior to tour start date Exclusions International lights Any visas required Services not mentioned in the itinerary Early check-in nor late check out at hotels Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary Drinks with included lunches and dinners Tips for leaders, guide and driver Expenditure of personal nature Personal Insurance Optional activities Accommodation Style - Comfort Where we stay ensures we keep our travelers firmly entrenched in a region s people and culture, and provides them with unique local experiences that benefits the community too. In most locations we stay in comfortable hotels, though on most of our trips we also get to stay a night or two in some pretty special feature stays on most trips.
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 2 Day 1: Saturday, October 19, 2019 Check-in & Visiting Hassan II Mosque Included meal: Welcome Dinner at Rick s Café hosted by Harold Welcome to Morocco! On arrival at Casablanca Airport, you will be met by an Intrepid representative and transferred to your hotel. While this is an arrival day and you may arrive at any time, please note that hotel rooms are generally only available after midday. In the afternoon at 2:00 pm, visit one of the most impressive sites in Casablanca the massive edifice of the Mosque of Hassan II. Opened in 1993, and second only in size to the great mosque at Mecca, the huge building is part on land and part on sea, and in one area water can be seen through a glass floor. It can accommodate 25,000 worshipers and the main roof is retractable to create an open courtyard. It is one of the only religious sites open to non-muslims. In the evening, enjoy a festive Welcome Dinner hosted by Harold and the local tour leader at Ricks Café. Arrival Transfer Included Welcome meeting Guided visit of Hassan II Mosque Welcome Dinner at Ricks Café Accommodation: Hotel Kenzi Basma, or similar Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 3 Day 2: Sunday, October 20, 2019 Rabat & Meknes Included meals: Breakfast at the hotel and lunch at a location to be determined. ollowing breakfast at the hotel, we will leave Casablanca and drive to the historical town of Rabat. Rabat s history is long and colorful, having been host to Roman settlements, pirates, and more recently the Moroccan parliament. It contains many fine Arab monuments, some dating from the 10th to 15th centuries, Almohad and Merenid dynasties, and others that are far older. The earliest known settlement is Sala, occupying an area now known as the Chellah. Store your luggage and spend a few hours strolling through the city s old quarter, then walk up to Kasbah des Oudaias and enjoy views over the Atlantic Ocean. After exploring Rabat, we will continue on to Meknes the sixth largest city in the kingdom, and former capital of Morocco. Rabat orientation walk (Self-guided tour) Accommodation: Hotel Tafilalte, or similar Patterns, Meknes
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page Day 3: Monday, October 21, 2019 Moulay Idriss, Volubilis, & ez Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we will travel to scenic countryside to the sacred pilgrimage village of Moulay Idriss. Once forbidden to non-muslims, explore the delightful medina of this ancient town that offers an excellent insight into traditional Moroccan life. See where the faithful gather to pay homage at the tomb of Moulay Idriss I, who was the great-grandson of Mohammed and brought Islam to Morocco. rom there we will continue to the archaeological site of Volubilis. World Heritage-listed Volubilis was once a provincial Roman capital, a distant outpost of the empire, and the remains make an undeniably impressive sight. Upon arrival, take a tour around the ruins with a local guide. Please remember to pack drinking water, hat, sunglasses and sun cream for this tour as it may get hot and you will be exposed to the sun. And, of course, don t forget to take your camera as the town is filled with fantastic mosaics along the Decumanus Maximus, many of which remain intact. After time spent imagining Volubulis as the bustling city it once was, return to the nearby imperial city of Meknes, where you ll have a few hours to explore. In the 17th-century, Sultan Moulay Ismail turned Meknes from a provincial town to a spectacular Imperial city, building his own version of Versailles with labor force of over 25,000 slaves. The adventurous may want to try a camel burger for lunch at a local restaurant in the medina. In the afternoon, take a one-hour train to ez, where you ll spend the next three nights. ez is the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco; vibrant, noisy, fascinating and overwhelming a visual and pungent feast for the senses with a huge, well-preserved medieval old city that s the mother of all medinas. Orientation walk of Moulay Idriss Guided tour of Volubilis including entrance to the site Accommodation: Riad Al Makan, or similar
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 5 Day 4: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 ez: The old city of ez el Bali Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. Take a guided group walking tour of the old city, known locally as ez el Bali. Step back into the Middle Ages in the labyrinth of the Medina, which is alive with craftsmen, markets, tanneries and mosques. Pass donkeys piled high with goods (this is one of the largest car-free urban zones in the world) and explore the specialty sections that divide the souk. Look out for the Medersa Bou Inania, one of the city s most beautiful buildings, which has recently been restored and is now open to the public. Also, visit the Belghazi Museum, Medresse el Attarine, and the splendid unduk Nejjarine, a beautifully restored 18thcentury inn. In addition, you ll also see the famous tannery, known for the iconic view overlooking its dye pits, and a ceramics factory where you can see potters working in the traditional way. In the evening, the group may enjoy a delicious dinner of Moroccan specialties such as harira (chickpea soup) and chicken-stuffed pastilla with couscous. The group may also head to the Palais Jamai for a drink. Watching the sunset over the Medina while a dozen prayer calls vie for attention is an experience you ll likely remember for a long time. Guided walking tour es el Bali Accommodation: Riad Al Makan, or similar Slippers
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page Day 5: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Continue exploring ez Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. Today explore ez on your own and with Harold. Accommodation Riad Al Makan, or similar Dye Pits, ez
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 7 Day 6: Thursday, October 24, 2019 The Blue City: Chefchaouen Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. Today we travel to the isolated town of Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen, also known as the blue city, is arguably one of the prettiest places in Morocco. Set in a wide valley and nestled between two peaks in the stunning Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen may take you by surprise. Its medina has been lovingly cared for with striking blue and whitewashed houses, redtiled roofs and artistic doorways. Much of Chefchaouen was recreated by Andalusian refugees escaping the Reconquistia, so you might feel like you re in the hills of Spain while exploring its streets. Ease into the relaxed pace of life in this rural retreat. Take a stroll through the ancient medina and shop for handicrafts, go hiking in the Rif mountains or simply sit at a cafe and enjoy the pleasure of time passing by. If you re feeling peckish, the goats cheese on offer is a popular treat enjoyed by many visitors. Explore Chefchaouen on your own and with Harold. Accommodation Dar Echchaouen, or similar Blue Walkway
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 8 Day 7: riday, October 25, 2019 The Blue City: Chefchaouen Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. We ll start the morning with a guided tour of the sights, sounds, and smells of the medina. After the tour, the balance of the day will be free to sample the delicious local goat cheese at a cafe in the Plaza Uta el-hammam. Admire the architecture of the 15th-century Grand Mosque (closed to non- Muslims) and browse the shops in the square selling woven goods and small sweets. Also within the plaza is the walled fortress of the Kasbah. Wander through the tranquil gardens inside, check out the ethnographic museum and soak in wonderful views from the rooftop. In the evening, tuck into a tagine at a local restaurant or visit a hammam, a traditional Moroccan spa. Guided walking tour of Chefchaouen medina Accommodation: Dar Echchaoeun, or similar Man with Snake
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 9 Day 8: Saturday, October 26, 2019 Last day in Chefchaouen Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. Today explore Chefchaouen on your own and with Harold. Accommodation Dar Echchaoeun, or similar Bay of Tangiers
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 10 Day 9: Sunday, October 27, 2019 Tangier and overnight train to Marrakech Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. ollowing breakfast, we will take a local three-hour bus to the coastal town of Tangier, a place of strategic importance to the Mediterranean and the gateway to Africa. Once a hotspot for artists, secret agents and millionaires, Tangier has been going through something of a renaissance recently, thanks to the arrival of a new monarch in Morocco in 1999. Mohammed VI of Morocco and his forward thinking ideas about commerce and tourism revitalized the community. In the afternoon, we will visit the Caves of Hercules and then enjoy dinner before boarding the overnight sleeper train bound for Marrakech. The Caves of Hercules Accommodation: Overnight train to Marrakech Market in Marrakech
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 11 Day 10: Monday, October 28, 2019 Marrakech and the Djemaa el na Included meal: Breakfast at a local restaurant. Today, we arrive into Marrakech early on the overnight train. After breakfast at local restaurant, we will be joined by a local guide for morning tour. Marrakech is a feast for the senses! Explore the Medina and the city s seemingly endless mosaic of souqs. Each is devoted to a separate trade: pottery, woodwork, copper, leather, carpets and spices. Visit the well-known Koutoubia Mosque and its 12th-century minaret, which was the famous prototype for the Giralda tower in Seville. The balance of the day is free to visit the tropical gardens of the rench painter Jacques Majorelle (now owned by Yves Saint Laurent). You might like to check out the Palais Bahia, a superb example of Muslim architecture, or the ruins of the Palais Badi, reputedly one of the most beautiful palaces in the world in its time. In addition, the Saadian tombs are a recently uncovered gem of the Medina. All of these sites can be a challenge to locate, but that s all part of the experience of exploring the medinas of Morocco. In the evening, join the thronging crowds for dinner in the Djemaa el na, the city s main square. When night falls, it transforms into a hive of activity. Henna-painters, performers and storytellers share the square with a street food bazaar, packed with stalls loaded with Moroccan delicacies. Accommodation: Breakfast at local restaurant Riad Nesma, or similar Guided tour of Marrakech old medina Optional Activities (Local Currency = Paid Locally) Museum of Marrakech - MAD40 Marjorelle Gardens - MAD70 Photography Museum - MAD40 Marrakech - Palais Bahia MAD70 Palais Badi MAD70 Urban Adventures - A Taste Of Marrakech - MAD509 Saadian Tombs MAD70 Hot Air Ballooning - MAD1990 Medersa Ben Youssef - MAD40 Hammam & Massage in a luxury spa - MAD750
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 12 Day 11: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 Marrakech Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel and a arewell Dinner hosted by Harold. or the last day of our Northern Morocco Photography Adventure, the day is yours to continue exploring Marrakech. In the evening, we will enjoy farewell dinner at Al assia restaurant hosted by Harold. arewell dinner at Al assia restaurant Accommodation: Riad Nesma, or similar Djemaa el na
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 13 Day 12: Wednesday, October 30, 2019 Transfer to Marrakech Airport Included meal: Breakfast at the hotel. ollowing breakfast, you can take the arranged transfer to Marrakech Airport or stay on in Marrakech as you please. Departure transfer to Marrakech Airport Goodbye Morocco
Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 14 Important Information SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Single supplement is available with the exception of the overnight train. COMMISSION The receipt of commissions or kickbacks in exchange for recommending particular shops, services or activities is ingrained in the culture of the Moroccan tourism industry. In an effort to best control and monitor shopping and activities with an aim for the best experience possible, Intrepid has established a system of carefully selected shopping experiences and activities based on positive feedback from our previous travelers. On occasion these will be as part of included walking tours or outside of included activities in free time. Please note that if you feel that you do not wish to join in on these shopping experiences we assure you there is no obligation and if you indicate your desire to not partake your group leader will help to facilitate a suitable alternative during this time. Intrepid have set up a centralized system of receiving payments from these recommended suppliers, of which are then distributed towards local Responsible Travel projects (such as 'say no to plastic' cotton bags for our travelers and drinking water refilling stations), traveler information packs, and leader bonuses. urther details of these arrangements can be provided by your group leader on request. While Intrepid endeavors to ensure that these suppliers and services maintain reasonable levels of quality, please note recommended suppliers are chosen based on past travellers feedback and experiences and Intrepid cannot explicitly guarantee the quality of the product. A priority in establishing this fund is that the experience of you our traveller is not compromised in any way. Please let us know via the feedback after your trip if we are successfully meeting this objective. lights to Destination Travel Insurance lights to and from your trip are not included in the trip cost. Intrepid recommends our air partner, AirTreks, for assistance with booking flights for you or your group. AirTreks can coordinate flights for everyone in your party to make a seamless travel experience. They are especially helpful for complex itineraries and offer 24/7 support while you are traveling. To get started on a quote please email intrepidtravel@airtreks.com or call 415-977-7114. Travel insurance that covers overseas medical services, emergency evacuation and repatriation is required to join all Intrepid trips. Most health insurance policies do not provide coverage for international travel, which is why a supplement policy must be purchased. We recommend different providers depending on where you reside: If you reside in Canada or the United States we recommend Allianz. Residents of Canada: Please click here for more information or call 1-800- 491-0851. The agent code is 9442. Residents of the United States: Please click here for more information or call 1-855-524-3687. The agent code is 206977. or customers who reside overseas, we recommend World Nomads
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Northern Morocco Photography Adventure with Harold Davis Page 16 About Harold Davis Harold Davis is an internationally-known digital artist and award-winning professional photographer. He is the author of many bestselling photography books including The Way of the Digital Photographer (Peachpit Press, awarded as a Top 10 Best 2013 Photography Book of the Year by Photo.net). Harold Davis s most recent book is Achieving Your Potential As a Photographer: A Photographer s Creative Companion and Workbook (ocal Press). His Photographing lowers (ocal Press) is a noted photography classic and is rated the Best Guide to lower Photography by Digital Photographer Magazine. In addition to his activity as a bestselling book author, Harold Davis is an Adobe Influencer, a Moab Master printmaker, and a Zeiss Lens Ambassador. Harold Davis s work is in collections around the world. It is licensed by art publishers, in annual reports, and has appeared in numerous magazines and many publications. Harold s black and white prints have been described as hauntingly beautiful by ine Art Printer Magazine, and his floral prints have been called ethereal, with a purity and translucence that borders on spiritual by Popular Photography. Recently Harold Davis s work has been exhibited in venues including Photokina in Cologne, Germany, PhotoPlus Expo in New York, the Gallery Photo in Oakland, California, the Arts & riends Gallery in Heidelberg, Germany, and the Awagami Gallery in Japan. Harold Davis has led destination photography workshops to many locations including Paris, rance; Spain and Morocco; and the ancient Bristlecone Pines of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. Harold has created online courses for Craftsy and Lynda.com/LinkedIn Learning. His ongoing photography workshops in partnership with institutions such as Point Reyes ield Seminars, the Center for Photographic Art in Carmel, California, Maine Media Workshops, and the Heidelberg Summer School of Photography are continually in demand and popular. According to Rangefinder Magazine, Harold Davis is a man of astonishing eclectic skills and accomplishments. You can learn more about Harold and his work at his website, DigitalieldGuide.com. What folks have said about Harold Davis workshops and events: A great artist and speaker! W. Anglin Harold is genuine, generous, and gracious he has a world of knowledge and expertise that he loves to share his wonderful books show his monumental talents and skill set his workshops shows the depth of his connecting with others in a very real and personal way. P. Borrelli Awesome! He patiently addressed questions from the audience which contained photographers of all levels, molding his answers to the level of understanding for each of us. His presentations covered a wonderful range of technical knowledge as well as emphasizing the need for images to have an emotional quality. The images he shares are breathtaking and he is generous in sharing many facets of how he captures such beauty. J. Phillips Not all photographers are good verbal communicators. Harold is someone who can DO and TEACH. A rare combination of talents. B. Sawyer He was very giving of his talents and time. The course was very organized and thorough. Loved it! Learned so much! I also wanted to let you know that I have more than paid the cost of the workshops I ve done with you by selling some photos! I have sold three prints already. L. Beck