October 2011: Mountains, Sea and Imperial City

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October 21st 2011 to November 5th 2011

Momo, our guide to the Mountains , and more

This trip will include 5 days trekking in the Atlas and residing with Berber families; a leisurely 5 days soaking in the coastal ambiance of Essaouira with a final 5 days exploring the cultural richness of Imperial Marrakech. This will include entering the world of the plethora of fine artisans we have encountered in our years of buying craftwork there, an introductory course in Moroccan cookery and other experiences to get a little bit ‘under the skin’ of life there.

Jardin Majorelle , Marrakech

Cost: £1200 per person
Included: half-board accommodation (all inclusive in the Mountains), travel in Morocco and courses and adventures.
Not included: flights, travel insurance and lunch while ‘in town’ (to enable and encourage a bit of freedom.)

For further information, and to book, please call Larry Leighton on 01453 755370;
or contact him using this form

March 2012: Star-gazing

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March 11th – 25th, 2012

Dunes at Erg Chebbi

Following our successful Star-Gazing Journey through Morocco in March 2011, we will again be exploring mountains and desert, with an emphasis on naked-eye observation of the stars. This time we will be guided by Ian Bailey, who leads astronomy courses in various Bio-Dynamic Training Courses in U.K. and has a regular star column on the B.D.A.A. website.

The Atlas Mountains

We will trek together in the High Atlas, search for fossils in the Anti- Atlas and meander in the Sahara, meeting with Berber people and their culture. Every night we will explore the endless wonders of the dusk, the night sky and the glowing dawn. In particular, we will follow the paths of Jupiter and Venus on their journey to meet each other. Our nature-experiences will be enriched through colour-work and planet-eurythmy (an art of movement). We will take time to share our individual impressions and experiences, and
deepen these. This journey will provide a refreshing and widening outlook, which trustfully will give each of us a transformed and creative new approach to life. Experienced star-gazers and novices will find an equally rich tapestry to explore.

The Journey will be organised by Larry and Juliette Leighton. Juliette is a Eurythmy Therapist who was born in Morocco, growing up there till she was 14. Larry has developed a strong connection to Morocco and has a life-long love of travel, teaching, craftwork and Adult Learning.

Cost: £1,200 per person
Includes: Accommodation*, evening meals and breakfasts, all costs in mountains, transport in Morocco, geology outings, good local guides, etc.
Not included: Flights to Morocco, travel insurance, lunches while on road and in town (to give time and space for individual exploration and rest.)

This cost is based on between 10 and 12 participants.

*We will stay in special places overnight, where we will be able to experience the character of the surroundings.

A deposit of £200 will secure a place for you on this exciting adventure.
For more information and to book, please contact Larry Leighton on 01453 755370
or contact him using this form

Goldenfleece Trading Company

October 2011: Mountains, Sea and Imperial City

October 21st 2011 to November 5th 2011

March 2012: Star-gazing

March 11th – 25th, 2012