Pedal through remote villages and the rugged Atlas Mountains
Pedal through remote villages and the rugged Atlas Mountains
Encompassing the best of Morocco, this trip will take us past the foothills of Mount Toubkal, golden kasbahs, impressive gorges and the long sandy beach of Essaouira. This spectacular route follows smooth paved roads and climbs over high mountain passes that reward you with spectacular vistas of the High Atlas Mountains. A real highlight is riding through Paradise Valley, close to Imouzzer, where a palm-filled valley leads to a high pass with views down to the ocean below.
Mountains can make their own weather, so we may occasionally be forced to amend the itinerary for part of the trip. On the plains, the days are usually warm to hot (above 25C/77F) but the nights are cooler. In the higher areas and the mountains, days should be warm or even hot in October and April, with clear skies, but the nights are often cold (sometimes around 7C/45F). On the high ridges of the High Atlas there can be snow, but not normally enough to affect the areas in which we cycle; if a road is closed, we will arrange a suitable alternative ride. Rainfall in the areas we visit is relatively low though there is a chance of rain, particularly on trips in December, January and February. Although unusual, there is also the possibility of much colder weather during these months and into the beginning of March.
This tour is classified Road and Activity Level 4 (Moderate/Challenging). For more on our ratings, please visit our Activity Level guidelines.
Terrain and route: 90 percent paved, 10 percent unsurfaced road with an average daily distance of 42mi (68km).
Fitness: A good level of fitness is required for this trip as there are some climbs, with 13mi (21km) as the longest.
Rides: Mostly undulating with several optional long climbs and fast descents. There is ongoing road development in Morocco and the quality of the surface improves every year. However, there may be some sections on rough or dirt tracks and for that reason we don’t currently recommend the use of drop bar road bikes on this trip.
Temperature:The temperatures in Morocco are hot in the summer months but we try to make the most of the coolest parts of the day. It is usually milder in the south.Morocco can get cold in the winter months though usually daytime temperatures are mild. It is advisable to pack winter clothes for November through to March when nighttime temperatures especially in the desert and the mountains can drop considerably. During these months there can also be rain throughout the country and snow in the mountains. As Morocco is generally mild to hot it is not set up for colder temperatures and so there may not be heaters available. Please pack winter clothes and nightwear to ensure you are comfortable. Of course you can also ask for more blankets from the hotels. Please be prepared for the colder months.
Ramadan is expected to run from approximately 10 March-10 April 2024 and 28 February-29 March 2025. One of the most important periods in the Islamic calendar, it is a special time to visit a Muslim country. Each evening, the streets empty as people head home to break the fast, followed by an air of festivity upon their return. Our leaders and drivers choose to work at this time so we continue to run trips; however, their energy levels may be slightly lower than normal. Many tourist sites, restaurants and shops will have an amended schedule, but your tour leader will know how to adapt the itinerary to still experience all the inclusions on this trip and maximise your experience during this special time.
Ved skriftlig aksept av vårt tilbud bekrefter du/dere at våre betingelser er både lest og forstått og at evt kansellerings gebyrer kan tilkomme ved en evt. avbestilling av reisen.
sdsd TILGJENGELIGE DATOER | PRIS (1 VOKSEN) | PRIS (1 BARN) | Enkeltromstillegg | STATUS REISE | |
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lør, 14 sep 2024 / søn, 22 sep 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | Tilgjengelige | |
lør, 05 okt 2024 / søn, 13 okt 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | Tilgjengelige | |
lør, 19 okt 2024 / søn, 27 okt 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | Tilgjengelige | |
lør, 02 nov 2024 / søn, 10 nov 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | Tilgjengelige |
TILGJENGELIGE DATOER | PRIS (1 VOKSEN) | PRIS (1 BARN) | ENKELTROMSTILLEGG | STATUS REISE | |
lør, 14 sep 2024 / søn, 22 sep 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | På forespørsel | |
lør, 05 okt 2024 / søn, 13 okt 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | På forespørsel | |
lør, 19 okt 2024 / søn, 27 okt 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | På forespørsel | |
lør, 02 nov 2024 / søn, 10 nov 2024 | NOK 20 600 | På forespørsel | NOK 2 770 | På forespørsel |
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