Rome to Marrakech
Combine the best of Western Europe with a Moroccan sojourn on this unforgettable 50-day adventure. Cycle through the Tuscan countryside, hike the velvet-grassed valleys of Lauterbrunnen, discover the champagne caves in Reims, rattle through Lisbon on a city tram, laze on the beaches of the Algarve, and finally end the odyssey among the colour and chaos of Marrakech. Taste each region along the way - from the simplicity and flavour of Ligurian cuisine to the aromatic pleasures of Loire Valley wine, tastebud-tickling piri-piri in Portugal and the rich flavour of Jerez sherry, not to mention the tapas of Spain and the tagines of Morocco.
Cycle through the rolling countryside in Lucca, Experience the magic of a Cinque Terre sunset, Sample exquisite wines in Beaune, Tour a bodega in Jerez, Visit the Casa de las Conchas in Salamanca, Saunter the golden sands of the Algarve beaches, Roam the labyrinth of souqs in the Marrakech medina, Explore the ancient sites of Rome.
Cycle through the rolling countryside in Lucca, Experience the magic of a Cinque Terre sunset, Sample exquisite wines in Beaune, Tour a bodega in Jerez, Visit the Casa de las Conchas in Salamanca, Saunter the golden sands of the Algarve beaches, Roam the labyrinth of souqs in the Marrakech medina, Explore the ancient sites of Rome.
Itinerary / Highlights
Day 1 Rome-Explore the ancient sites, enchanting laneways and lively piazzas of Rome.
Days 2-5 Lucca/ Pisa/ Florence-
Cycle through the Tuscan countryside, then visit the Leaning Tower.
Days 6-7 Cinque Terre-
Enjoy breathtaking views from the path linking these five hillside villages.
Days 8-9 Milan/ Stresa
Marvel at Milan's magnificent cathedral. Take a local ferry across Lake Maggiore to explore the Borromeo Isles.
Days 10-11 Lucerne-
Perhaps cruise on Lake Lucerne or ride a cogwheel railway to Mt Pilatus.
Days 12-14 Bernese Oberland (Swiss Alps)-
Hike to Trummelbach Falls. Visit nearby villages and indulge in apfelstrudel.
Days 15-16 Dijon/ Beaune-
Take a day trip to Beaune, where some of Burgundy's best wines are produced.
Days 17-18 Reims-
Tour champagne caves and visit the elaborate Reims cathedral.
Days 19-22 Paris-
Chew on a fresh baguette, stroll Montmartre or relax by the river.
Days 23-24 Tours-
Cycle along the Loire to the Chateau Villandry.
Day 25 Bordeaux-
Explore graceful Bordeaux.
Days 26-28 Dordogne Region-
Home to castles, picture perfect towns and pre-historic cave paintings, there's much to discover in Dordogne.
Days 29-30 Pyrenees-
Experience breathtaking scenery on a hike through these picture-perfect mountains.
Days 31-32 San Sebastian-
Why not climb to the top of Mt Urgull for a gorgeous Spanish sunset?
Days 33-34 Segovia-
Visit a Roman aqueduct, a Gothic cathedral and a fairytale fortress.
Days 35-36 Madrid-
Peruse the Picasso and Miro exhibitions at the Reina Sofia before experiencing the famed Madrid nightlife.
Day 37 Salamanca-
See the scallop shells of the Casa de las Conchas.
Days 38-39 Coimbra-
Swing by Romanesque museums then sample some traditional sausage.
Days 40-41 Lisbon-
See the sights from onboard a tram and visit the medieval Citadel.
Days 42-43 The Algarve-
Explore perfect beaches and colourful towns.
Day 44 Jerez-
Tour a bodega and sip some of the town's renowned sherries.
Days 45-46 Chefchaouen-
Take a guided walk through streets lined with blue-washed houses.
Days 47-48 Fes-
Investigate the labyrinth of tiny alleyways in the ancient medina.
Days 49-50 Marrakech-
Perhaps end the adventure with a feast among the storytellers in the Djemaa el-Fna.
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