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Songlines Music Travel
invites you to experience Senegal!
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Why Senegal?
Orchestra Baobab, Cheikh L?, Baaba Maal - Senegal
is a musical powerhouse. On this trip, we will visit Dakar, a city
pulsating with music, culture and nightlife, as well as the more
laid-back coastal town of Saint Louis. With the help of our
knowledgeable Songlines
Travel leaders, Corinna Fiora and Ken Aicha Sy, we
will visit the best music venues, have the unique opportunity to meet
some of the local musicians, as well as enjoy some live sessions.
Your
experience
We don't want you to feel like an
outsider - we want you to feel, eat, drink and dance like a
local. Our Songlines
tour leaders will immerse you in the culinary, musical and historic
delights of this fascinating region and share detailed knowledge of the
people and places you visit.
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S O N G L I N E S
J U L Y I S S U E ( # 1 3 9 )
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DAYS 1 & 2
- Dakar
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Upon
your arrival in Dakar, you will be transferred to your hotel
where you will have some time to rest after your flight. In the
evening, you will meet your tour leader along with your other
travel companions. On day 2 you will have a chance to explore
Senegal's capital. Take to the bustling streets as you embark on
a guided tour of the city, visiting all the main sights such as
the Presidential Palace, cathedral, coastal lookouts, galleries
and arts and
crafts workshops.
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DAYS 3-5
- Ngor Island and St Louis
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After a
jam-packed first two days, it's time to relax as you head out to
the idyllic shores of Ngor Island. This hidden gem lies just off
the coast of Dakar and is Africa's westernmost point. From
Dakar, your next stop will be the beautiful colonial city of
Saint Louis on the northwest coast. Your first day in
Saint Louis will enable you to fully explore this colonial town
that has been compared to the French Quarter of New
Orleans.
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DAYS 6 & 7
- St
Louis and Dakar
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Today
will begin with a day trip to Djoudj National Park and Bird
Sanctuary. This World Heritage Site is home to a huge variety of
birds including flamingos and pelicans. After a long drive back
to Dakar the following evening, head out for dinner before checking
out some more local bands.
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DAYS 8-11
- Gor?e
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After
breakfast, take a ferry to Gor?e, a tiny car-free island just off
the coast of Senegal. You will be able to visit the museum
and the Maison des Esclaves (House of Slaves). After this
memorable experience, wander around the fortresses, streets and
beaches of the island.
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DAYS 12 &
13
- Dakar
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Your
last full day in Dakar will be spent exploring the markets then
meeting local painters and sculptors. After breakfast on the
final day, your tour will reach an end, so bid farewell to your
fellow travellers and depart for your onward travel.
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Enjoy this video of renowned Senegalese
artist Cheikh Lo.
Travellers on the 2016 trip were lucky enough to meet him!
Watch video
Listen on Spotify
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M O R E D E S T I N A T I O N S . .
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M O R E
D E S T I N A T I O N S . . .
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Romania
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This trip will give
you a unique insight into the music and heritage of this fantastic
region, including visits to two legendary musical villages:
Clejani, the home of Taraf de Haidouks, and Zece Pr?jini, the home
of Fanfare Cioc?rlia.
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India
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Enjoy this
wonderful trip to the ?Land of Kings', Rajasthan, where you will
get a chance to experience the majestic Rajasthan International
Folk Festival, and gain an insight into the culture and
heritage of this enchanting region of India.
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Argentina
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This fascinating
country attracts people from all over the world for its diverse
sounds and culture and for its famous dance born in Buenos Aires:
tango.
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Japan
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You will be
intrigued by its mix of modernity and tradition. Immerse
yourself in the variety of sounds and performances of Japanese
music as we travel through Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Okinawa and Kyoto.
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Songlines Music Travel Tours are operated by Imaginative
Traveller, a trading name for Dragoman Overseas Travel Ltd. The air
holidays and flights shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation
Authority, ATOL4157. ATOL protection extends to either clients who pay
in the UK or where the first leg of any flights that we arrange start
in the UK. We are also bonded for land-only tours with AITO Trust Ltd,
membership number 5044.
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