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Madeira, Portugal
Day 1: Depart from London to Madeira
Flight: Morning flight from London Heathrow (7:30 AM) to Funchal, Madeira (arrive at 11:30 AM local time).
Transfer and Check-in: 12:30 PM - Check into your hotel in Funchal.
Afternoon Activity: Explore Funchal’s Old Town (1:30 PM - 4:00 PM), including the painted doors and local shops.
Evening Dinner: Enjoy traditional Espetada (beef skewers) at a local restaurant (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Rest: Return to the hotel to relax.
Day 2: Madeira Nature and Culture
Morning: Hike in the Levada Walks of Madeira (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM).
Lunch: Picnic-style lunch with local delicacies (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Visit the Botanical Gardens (2:00 PM - 4:30 PM).
Evening Experience: Enjoy Madeira’s fortified wine and a tasting session (6:30 PM - 8:00 PM).
Day 3: Madeira Highlights
Morning: Cable car ride to Monte and visit Monte Palace Tropical Garden (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM).
Lunch: Try the famous bolo do caco (traditional bread) (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Toboggan ride down the streets of Monte (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM).
Evening: Farewell dinner featuring fresh seafood and local poncha drink (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Madeira (3 Days) – Island indulgence and poncha power
Day 10
Starter: Queijo da Serra (soft mountain cheese, also from the mainland but available here)
Main Course: Espetada Madeirense (beef skewers grilled on bay laurel)
Dessert: Filhós (Madeiran Christmas-style fried dough)
Alcoholic Drink: Poncha (rum, lemon, honey cocktail)
Hot Drink: Cha (tea)
Cold Drink: Apple Juice
Day 11
Starter: Açorda à Alentejana (garlicky bread soup with poached egg)
Main Course: Pato no Forno (roast duck)
Dessert: Trouxas de Ovos (rolled egg yolk sweets)
Alcoholic Drink: Madeira Wine
Hot Drink: Cafe com Leite
Cold Drink: Lemonade
Day 12
Starter: Chouriço Assado (flame-grilled sausage)
Main Course: Açorda à Alentejana (variation with fish)
Dessert: Travesserios de Sintra
Alcoholic Drink: Moscatel de Setúbal
Hot Drink: Cha de Tília (linden tea)
Cold Drink: Mango Juice
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Marrakesh, Morocco
Day 4: Flight to Marrakesh
09:00: Morning flight from Madeira to Marrakesh (with a connecting stop, approx. 6 hours total).
15:00: Arrive, check in to your hotel.
16:00 – 18:00: Visit Majorelle Garden for a relaxing evening.
19:30: Dinner; try Tagine with chicken or lamb.
Day 5: Marrakesh
07:30 – 08:30: Breakfast.
09:00 – 12:00: Explore Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque.
12:30 – 14:00: Lunch; try Harira soup and bread.
14:30 – 18:00: Visit the Souks and experience traditional Moroccan crafts like leather goods and spices.
19:30: Dinner and overnight in Marrakesh.
Day 6: Marrakesh
07:30 – 08:30: Breakfast.
09:00 – 12:00: Half-day trip to the Agafay Desert, including a camel ride.
12:30 – 14:00: Lunch in the desert.
15:00 – 17:00: Return and relax at a traditional Hammam.
19:30: Dinner and overnight in Marrakesh.
Marrakesh (3 Days) – Spices, markets, and royal flavors
Day 5
Starter: M’smen with honey and butter
Main Course: Tagine (your choice: vegetable, beef, or fish-based)
Dessert: Fekkas (crunchy almond biscotti)
Alcoholic Drink: The au Whisky (strong green tea nickname)
Hot Drink: Cinnamon milk
Cold Drink: Pomegranate juice
Day 6
Starter: M’hammar chicken wings
Main Course: Kefta Mkaoukra (meatballs in spiced tomato sauce with eggs)
Dessert: Briouat with almonds and honey
Alcoholic Drink: Massaya (wine from the Atlas region)
Hot Drink: Aniseed tea
Cold Drink: Melon smoothie
Day 7
Starter: Spiced meatballs
Main Course: Couscous Royale (with multiple meats and vegetables)
Dessert: Sellou (nutty spiced flour and sesame sweet)
Alcoholic Drink: Mahia (fig or date spirit)
Hot Drink: Moroccan spiced milk
Cold Drink: Lemonade with orange blossom water
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Tangier, Morocco
Day 7: Drive to Tangier
07:00 – 12:00: Morning train or flight to Tangier.
13:00 – 15:00: Lunch and explore the Kasbah of Tangier.
15:30 – 17:30: Visit Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules.
19:00: Dinner and overnight in Tangier.
Day 8: Chefchaouen
07:00 – 09:00: Drive to Chefchaouen (approx. 2 hours).
09:30 – 14:00: Explore the blue city, including the medina and Ras El Ma spring.
14:30 – 16:00: Lunch in Chefchaouen; try Pastilla.
Tangier (2 Days) – Coastal meets classic
Day 1
Starter: Harira (hearty tomato and lentil soup)
Main Course: Mechoui (slow-roasted lamb)
Dessert: Chebakia (sesame-honey fried pastry)
Alcoholic Drink: Casablanca Beer
Hot Drink: Moroccan mint tea
Cold Drink: Orange juice
Day 2
Starter: Briouats (crispy parcels stuffed with meat or cheese)
Main Course: Chicken tagine with lemons and olives
Dessert: Ghoriba (coconut or almond shortbread)
Alcoholic Drink: Grey Wine
Hot Drink: Spiced coffee
Cold Drink: Avocado milkshake
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Fes, Morocco
Day 8 Tangier to Fez
17:00: Drive to Fez (approx. 3.5 hours).
20:30: Dinner and overnight in Fez.
Day 9: Fez
08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast.
09:30 – 12:30: Visit the Royal Palace, Al Quaraouiyine Mosque, and Bou Inania Madrasa.
13:00 – 14:30: Lunch; try B'stilla or Couscous.
15:00 – 18:00: Explore the Tanneries and Fez Medina.
19:30: Dinner and overnight in Fez.
Day 10: Fez
08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast.
09:30 – 12:00: Day trip to the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
12:30 – 14:00: Lunch en route back to Fez.
15:00 – 18:00: Final shopping in the medina or relax.
19:00: Dinner and overnight in Fez.
Fez (2 Days) – Ancient soul and deep tradition
Day 3
Starter: Maakouda (crispy fried potato patties)
Main Course: Rfissa (chicken, lentils, and bread in spiced broth)
Dessert: Kaab el Ghazal (gazelle horn pastries with almond paste)
Alcoholic Drink: Flag Spéciale
Hot Drink: Hot almond milk
Cold Drink: Mint lemonade
Day 4
Starter: Cumin-scented chickpeas
Main Course: Lamb tagine with prunes and almonds
Dessert: M’hanncha (serpent-shaped almond pastry)
Alcoholic Drink: Moroccan wine
Hot Drink: Sahlab
Cold Drink: Date milkshake
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Day 11: Dubai
07:00 09:00: Morning flight from Fez to Dubai(approx. 3 hours).
09:00-12:00: Visit the Burj Khalifa observation deck for breathtaking views.
12:30-15:00: Lunch and shopping at Dubai Mall (include the Dubai Aquarium).
15:30-18:00: Visit Burj Al Arab for a luxurious high tea experience.
19:00: Dinner at Pierchic (luxury seafood dining).
20:30: Relax at the hotel.
Day 12: Dubai
08:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00-13:00: Enjoy a desert safari with dune bashing, camel rides, and a Bedouin camp experience.
13:30-15:30: Lunch at the safari camp.
16:00-18:00: Explore the Etihad Towers and Emirates Towers (photo opportunities).
19:00: Dinner at Al Hadheerah (authentic Emirati cuisine).
20:30: Relax at the hotel.
Day 13: Dubai
08:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00-12:00: Explore Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach.
12:30-14:00: Lunch at Seven Sands (Emirati cuisine).
15:00: Transfer to Abu Dhabi (~1h 30m drive).
17:00: Check-in and dinner at the hotel.
Dubai – Day 1
Starter: Sambousek (crispy pastry pockets filled with meat or cheese)
Main Course: Al Machboos (spiced rice with meat or seafood)
Dessert: Luqaimat (crispy dumplings drizzled with date syrup)
Alcoholic Drink: Cocktail at a high-end bar
Hot Drink: Arabic Coffee
Cold Drink: Jallab (date, grape molasses, and rose water drink)
Dubai – Day 2
Starter: Fatayer (savory pastries stuffed with spinach, cheese, or meat)
Main Course: Tharid (meat stew with crispy flatbread)
Dessert: Mehalabiya (creamy rosewater milk pudding)
Alcoholic Drink: Imported Wine
Hot Drink: Karak Tea (spiced milk tea)
Cold Drink: Rose Water Lemonade
Dubai – Day 3
Starter: Kibbeh (bulgur shell filled with spiced minced meat)
Main Course: Mandi (Yemeni-style rice with slow-cooked meat)
Dessert: Khanfaroosh (fragrant saffron and cardamom cakes)
Alcoholic Drink: International Beer Brand
Hot Drink: Hot Lemon and Mint Tea
Cold Drink: Fresh Pomegranate Juice
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Day 14: Abu Dhabi
08:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00-12:00: Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
12:30-14:00: Lunch at Mezlai (Emirati cuisine).
14:30-18:00: Explore Ferrari World and enjoy the rides.
19:00: Dinner at the Louvre Abu Dhabi café.
20:30: Relax at the hotel.
Day 15: Abu Dhabi
08:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00-12:00: Tour the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
12:30-14:00: Lunch at a waterfront restaurant.
15:00: Transfer to Dubai International Airport.
18:00: Depart for London Heathrow (~7h flight).
22:30: Arrive in London.
Abu Dhabi – Day 4
Starter: Lentil Soup
Main Course: Al Harees (meat and wheat slow-cooked into a smooth dish)
Dessert: Asida (wheat flour pudding with ghee and honey)
Alcoholic Drink: Champagne or Sparkling Wine
Hot Drink: Zaatar Tea
Cold Drink: Date Smoothie
Abu Dhabi – Day 5
Starter: Meat Samosas
Main Course: Balaleet with Meat (sweet vermicelli with savory eggs or beef)
Dessert: Chebab with Date Syrup (Emirati pancakes)
Alcoholic Drink: Whisky or Single Malt
Hot Drink: Saffron Tea
Cold Drink: Fresh Fruit Juice (like mango or guava)