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talk to the experts 01737 214 214 23Outline Itineraries Morocco HighlightsTizi n Tichka Pass / High Atlas Mountains Plate Tectonics, Hazards, Rural CommunitiesThe awe inspiring Tizi n Tichka Pass winds its way up the Atlas Mountains, through verdant foothills and past Berber villages to the highest point at 2092m. On the descent pass through the arid regions of the pre-Sahara.Sahara Explorer (5 days)Departures: year roundDay 1 Arrive in Morocco / Tizi n Tichka Pass / High Atlas Mountains / Overnight OuarzazateDay 2 V alle du Dades / Todra Gorge / Overnight Merzouga Desert Camp with Sahara sunsetDay 3 Sahara sunrise / Valle Du Draa / Overnight OuarzazateDay 4 Ait-Benhaddou / Marrakesh Djemma Al-Fna / Overnight MarrakeshDay 5 Gardens / Depart Morocco on flight home Atlantic Coast & the Anti-Atlas (5 days)Departures: year roundDay 1 Arrive in Morocco / Overnight AgadirDay 2 Coastal drive south / Atlas Mountains / Fort Bou Jerif / Overnight Desert CampDay 3 Anti-Atlas / Berber villages / Overnight in KerdousDay 4 Tafraoute / Overnight at Kasbah TizourganeDay 5 Return to Agadir / Depart Morocco on flight homePlease note 7 day versions of these itineraries are also available.Valle du Dades - Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs Rural Studies, Agricultural SystemsWith its origins in the High Atlas, the Dades River valley is home to orchards, fields, palm groves and rose gardens which stretch out along a strip of fertile land. Roses grow here in their thousands.Todra Gorge Water Erosion, LandformsThis huge fault divides the High Atlas and the Jebel Sarhro. With sheer 300m walls of pink and grey rock, they tower over you as you walk through this impressive natural wonder.Overnight Merzouga Desert Camp Arid Environments, Desert Landscapes, Sustainability Remote Merzouga, reached by 4x4, is the stunning location for an overnight camping adventure. A 'must-do' desert experience ending with an unforgettable sunrise over the Sahara.Ait-Benhaddou SustainabilityThis UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an ancient Berber village built on a former caravan route. It is a popular film location and has appeared in Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.Legzira Beach Coastal Landforms, ErosionOn the southern coast of Morocco, just a few miles north of Sifdi Ifni, this impressive beach boasts a series of monumental, natural rock archways, of sea worn sandstone. Anti-Atlas MountainsLandforms, GeologyThe Anti-Atlas range formed in the Paleozoic Era (300 million years ago), as the result of continental collisions. They border the Sahara on the Atlantic coast and extend northeast. Tafraoute Geology A town 1200m above sea level, surrounded by huge blocks of granite in various shades of pink. Our Atlantic itinerary uses a hotel perched clifftop with sweeping views.Merzouga desert campLegzira Beach © Andrey Plis© Tom Charnock© SkRgY 24 Our trips are bound by our Booking Terms & Conditions - for details visit discover-the-world.co.uk/educationalvisitsNorwayWaterfalls, fjords and adventureWithout exaggeration Norway boasts some of the most stunning scenery to be found anywhere in the world. Breathtaking waterfalls, glacier formed fjords, impressive mountains, crystal clear lakes, lush green valleys and cobalt blue skies make Norway an incredibly photogenic country and a superb candidate for an educational visit focusing on geography and geology. From its raw and rugged coastline which stretches beyond the Arctic Circle, to its expansive countryside of fells, rolling hills, valleys and fertile farmlands, Norway delivers on every level. The Hordaland region with its numerous islands and fjords is a treasure trove of human achievement, biodiversity and sustainability. Around 20,000 years ago the land was a barren ice tundra and as the climate changed flora and fauna began to thrive.Our suggested itinerary combines adventure activities with geographical wonders delivering a full, hands-on tour experience. Why Norway with Discover the World?FREE teacher inspection trips - see our website for detailsDirect liaison with your dedicated travel specialist who has first hand experience of what the region can offer school groupsItineraries that include the following Geography topics: Sustainability (including Aquaculture); Glacier Studies; Climate Change; Fluvial Systems; Energy and Resource Management; TourismExciting and challenging activities that actively involve your group with the environmentOutline ItineraryFjord ExplorerDepartures: year roundDay 1 Fly UK to Bergen - two nights hereDay 2 Bergen sightseeingDay 3 Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall / Hardanger Fartoyvernsenter / Akvasenter / three nights in HardangertunDay 4 Activity day - hiking / canoeing / fishing / archery Day 5 Museum of Hydropower/ Nature Centre at EidfjordDay 6 Voss / Fly home to the UK Prices from£548Based on 40 students and 4 staff on a 6-day tripThe Flam Railway © Visit Flam / Morten Rakke |