THE DISCOVERY OF THE ISLAMIC SPIRIT OF

MOROCCO & SPAIN ANDALUCIA

10 Days – 9 Nights Tour Day 1 – SINGAPORE

Assemble at Changi Airport T1 at 10 pm for the group check-in. Turkish Airline TK 67 will take off to Istanbul at 0030 hrs. Flight details TK 67 26 NOV SIN IST 0030 0640

TK 617 26 NOV IST CAS 0950 1250

Day 2 – ISTANBUL - CASABLANCA - MEKNES - FEZ

Sightseeing: Casablanca : The great Mosque of Hassan II , Meknes : Bab al-Mansour, Jamai palace, Museum of

Morrocan Arts , Fez: The Medina, Karaouine Mosque & The Bouanania Madrassa , Royal Palace of Fez.

1250 hrs Arrival into Casablanca Airport meet and greet service by our bilingual local guides. We start our visit to

City of Casablanca to visit the beautiful pearl of the Atlantic Ocean, the city of Islamic heritage and today the most

luxury and wealthy city of Morocco, a city not only for Kings and Princes wiith the beautiful surroundings of the

Saudi Royal family palaces and the grandious Mosque of king Hassan II, which is surrounded with a unique beauty

and mystic which you will never find in the world. After our Mosque visit we will continue our journey to the world

famous Imperial city of Meknes starting with a sightseeing tour to the most

beautiful historical surroundings to discover the hidden treasures and secrets of

this breathtaking city. A dream made reality, set in the heart of the Moroccan

country side is Meknes, the imperial city built by Moulay Ismail. With tireless

effort and unrelenting will, he undertook the task of making this town into a

capital worthy of saving his image. Palaces, mosques, fountains, terraces,

gardens, stables and shops were built without any despite over a period of 50

years to fill the gigantic space contained within the mighty ramparts. Its

monument gates, opening in the mighty walls, give access to the wonders of the city,

Bab al-Mansour, the main and finest gates, leads to the inmense mechoar where the

breathtaking mausoleum of Moulay Ismail stands. Its monuments and the sumptous

glory of its palaces will not be forgotten. The Jamai palace for example, former

residence of a vizier, now houses the Museum

of Morrocan Arts with its rich collections of

porcelain, embroidery, carpets, wood carvings

and jewellery. Not to be missed is the countryside of Meknes which gives

views onto Mount Zerhoun, on which is perched the holy City of Moulay

Idriss, the City of green roofs. We continue our tour to visit the world famous

Imperial ancient City of “Fez “ today we bring a visit to the Medina, the

ancient market. It is the exotic Morocco, narrow winding alleyways, craft

bazaars, food markets, mosques, madrasas, dye-pits and tannaries. Furthermore we’ll have the honour of visiting

the biggest historical mosque in Africa, the Karaouine. It is also the oldest university in

the world. It’s been founded in 859 by a woman whose family emmigrated to Fez from

Tunisia. The buidings are decorated with carved wood, mosaics and stucco. The

university played an important role in the interaction between erudite muslims and

cristians. The Bouanania Islamic Madrassa was built between 1350-1355 by Sultan Abu

Inan Merinies and itis the most famous of all the Mérindes madrassas in Morocco. Its

role is a University and student residency as well as Friday prayer mosque. The islamic

university is a treasure of Merení architecture with mosaics and stucco decoration.overnight in Fez.

Day 3 – FES – IFRANE – BENI MELLAL - MARRAKECH

Departure from Fes to Marrakech, passing through Ifran & Beni Mellal and Khenifra Azrou ‘The Rock’ and

Imouzzer Kandar to the Imperial city of “Marrakech”.

We will spend an enjoyable late afternoon exploring the historical City. The

Koutoubia Mosque is the emblem and symbol of Marrakech. It is the point of

reference to any lost visitor. This place of worship was built mid 12th

century

by the successor of the Almohads Abdelmoumen Ben Ali, Ibn Toumert. Its

name is taken from the many bookshops and manuscripts shops which used to exist against

one of its walls. It can hold up to 20.000 worshipers. Its minaret is 77m tall and its interior is

divied into 17 areas with fine stucco and inscriptions. Its exterior reflects the mix of simple

austerity that is so true of Almohad architecture. The Bahia Palace is a materpiece of

Moroccan arquitecture. It was built in the 14th century and as most arab palaces, has

beautiful gardens and charming patios with richly decorated rooms. It was designed by El

Mekki in the name of the great Visier Ba Ahmed ben Moussa Hmad (1841-1900). Many scenes

from ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ were filmed in the main patio.The Saadian Tombs were discovered in 1917. There are four

sultans buried there aswell as 62 members of the dinasty there ruled in the 16th century. It is

covered with Carrera marble, mosaics and stuccos in the Andalusí style.The most prestgious

room has 12 columns. In the evening we will enjoy an folkloric traditional evening of typical

morocan food, tea and entertainment in Chez Ali on the outskirts of Marrakech.

Day 4 - RABAT – TANGIERS – TARIFA – GIBRALTAR - SEVILLA

Sightseeing: cross over in Tangiers to Tarifa by Ferry from Morocco to

Spain . Reception in the Port of Tarifa , Visit to El mirador of Gibraltar –

Evening panoramic tour of Sevilla - Overnight in Sevilla.

Day 5 - SEVILLE - CORDOBA

Sightseeing: The Great Mosque Minarat La Giralda - The Emir Palace Alcázar - The Old Islamic Palace wall - The

golden Tower Torre del Oro – Cordoba The Islamic Moorish bridge of Musa Ibn Nusair- The Islamic bridge tower

Torre la Calahorra - The old Islamic Moorish City La Juderia - Tradional Islamic Museum La Casa Andalusí - Medina

Azahra - The Ruins of Medina Azahra).

After having enjoyed a delicious breakfast we start our visit in style to the amazing beautiful capital city of

Andalucía. The city of Isbiliya or Seville, the most beautiful city of Spain. The Muslims left a rich legacy in this

historical city that gave birth to a culture that was the epitome of the refinement of the Moorish-

Andalusian heritage. We visit what was once the main Mosque, which was demolished and replaced by a Gothic

cathedral. However, the astounding minaret, the Giralda is still standing and is one the most awesome sight

to behold. Visit the Alcázar, a castle built in the Mudejar style. Enjoy the setting of the Torre del Oro, the

GoldenTower built by the Almohads on the banks of Wadi-al-Kabir River or Guadalquivir as it is known today.We will

learn about Al-Mutammid, the poet and Emir of this captivating city. We shall discover with you all the hidden

secrets of this beautiful city of Islamic European heritage and all the beauty that it contains. Afterwards we will

continue to Cordoba were we shall enjoy a vist to Medina Azahra and the old Moorish Historical Islamic City.

Day 6 : - CORDOBA - GRANADA

Sightseeing: The Great Mosque of Cordoba – Albaicin – The Quranic Historical madrassa .

In the morning after our Mosque visit in Cordoba we start our journey towards Granada to the City of Faith and

justice. Ghranata or also named Granada, a pearl at the foot of Jabal Shulayr, the Sierra Nevada mountain and the

crown of Al-Andalus, the magnificent kingdom that produced astounding architecture and a rich tradition that still

influences the lives of the people of present-day Andalusia. We enjoy the city of Ghranata on foot to unravel the

Islamic heritage of this enchanting kingdom, its Arab baths, its guest houses, its markets.In the evening after

enjoying the heavenly sunset at the feet of the Saint Nicolas plaza with a breathtaking view of the Alhambra, we will

offer Maghreb prayers at the new Granada Mosque and probe the old city of Albaycín, where the medieval mystique

is still alive. It is a very dynamic city, offering a perfect mix of history and present-day modern life. We shall enjoy off

all the beautiful and delicious things which this city has to offer. In the evening after enjoying the heavenly sunset at

the feet of the Saint Nicolás plaza with a breathtaking view of the Alhambra.We will offer Maghreb prayers at the

new Granada Mosque and walk around the old city of Albaycín, where the medieval mystique is still alive.

Day 7 – GRANADA

Sightseeing: The Alhambrah Palace and Jannat al maarif gardens - Shopping & Leisure day .

Today in the morning we shall visit the Beautiful Alhambrah Palace and its immense heavenly gardens and

surroundings , the historical palaces where King Abu Abdullah (the last king of Granada) handed over the keys of the

city to queen Isabella and left Andalucia.. We will discover the marvel of architecture, the Alhambra, the red fortress

built on top of a hill and the biggest attraction in Spain. It is a fairy-tale fortress created by Muslim architects,

engineers, artists and craftsmen who put their heart and soul, inspired by the Quran to build an exquisite abode,

where the motto is “There is no Conqueror but Allah”. We explore this incredible fortress with its Quranic scripts

and Arabic poetry, crowning our visit by admiring the Jannat al-Arif, the garden of paradise, now called the

Generalife. With its Cypress and Myrtle courtyards, amazing blossom of flowers, fountains and streams, you will be

enraptured. See how light, wind and water have been utilized to create a serene and relaxing bliss….later after Lunch

we have a full afternoon free for shopping and leisure at the most beautifull hotspots of Granada.

Day 8 - GRANADA - MALAGA

Sightseeing: Alcazaba - The great Mosque of Fuengirola - The Old islamic Moorish Castle of Malaga - Centre City of

Malaga.

Today in the morning we shall visit the Beautiful surroundings of Malaga and the Costa del Sol...after our panoramic

tour we shall enjoy the beautifull coastal surroundings for shopping and leisure before we enter our Hotel to

prepare for our morning flight .

DAY 9 - MALAGA - SINGAPORE

After breakfast we will transfer you to the International Airport of Madrid were we gone assist you with tax refund

formalities and checkin .

DAY 10 - SINGAPORE

Home sweet home

TK1306 04 DEC AGP IST 1405 1915

TK 66 05 DEC IST SIN 0040 1720

Package Content : * Full Board Halal meals . * All-in Service Entrees and all the visits included . * The finest combination of the best 3*** & 4**** Hotels * Exclusive coach Transportation . * Islamic Educational Guided Tours . * Shopping assistance * Islamic religious assistance * Daily prayers . * Maqaams visits ( Marakkech & Meknes ) * Free fresh bottled water unlimited every day. * Ferry Tickets from Spain to Morocco .

Excluded : Tips – Travel insurance – Personal expenses!! Price : $3555 Taxes : $680 estimate Tips : Euro $5/person/day