IMPERIAL CITIES TOUR
FROM / TO MARRAKECH
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
Program
  • Day 1 : MARRAKECH

    Assistance upon arrival at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 2 : MARRAKECH

    Sightseeing of Marrakech during the whole day: you will discover the impressive Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia Mosque (exterior), the sumptuous Bahia Palace and the Menara Gardens. The foundation of Marrakech is dated back to the 11th century. This ancient imperial city is fascinating by its different ethnic groups, its Islamic and Arabic architecture and its colours. Enjoy the unique atmosphere on famous Djemaa El Fna Square with numerous attractions such as dancers, acrobats, snake charmers, performing monkeys and story tellers… The bustling souks are the largest ones in Morocco. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 3 : MARRAKECH / CASABLANCA

    Departure to Casablanca. Sightseeing tour of the ‘economical and industrial capital’ of Morocco: visit of Anfa residential area, Square Mohamed V, beach promenade Ain Diab and the monumental Mosque Hassan II (exterior) which is one of the biggest in the world. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 4 : CASABLANCA / RABAT / MEKNES

    Departure to Rabat. Visit of the ‘political capital’ and its famous landmark Hassan Tower with the ruined pillars, the splendid Mausoleum of Mohamed V, the Kasbah of the Oudayas and the Royal Palace (exterior). Continuation to Meknes. The city is surrounded by about 25 miles of  triple walls. Visit of the city of Sultan Moulay Ismail, El Hedim Square, the Medina and  the majestic gate Bab Mansour which is deemed to be the most beautiful gate in North Africa. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 5 : MEKNES / VOLUBILIS / FES

    Departure to the archaeological site of Volubilis for a visit of the ruins of the Roman era. Many mosaics are still intact. Continuation to Fez and visit of the spiritual and cultural capital of Morocco: the Karaouiine Mosque and Mausoleum Moulay Idriss (exterior), Bab Boujlloud, Medersa Attarine, the leather tannery and  Najjarine Fountain. The Medina with its medieval charm and numerous craftsmen has been classified as ‘World Cultural Heritage Site’ by UNESCO since 1981. In the vibrant Souks some alleys are only wide enough for a laden donkey to pass through. Fez was founded during the 8th century by Moulay Idriss and in the past also the capital of several dynasties. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 6: FES / BENI MELLAL

    Today the road leads through the cedar and oak forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains. The region is particularly idyllic and verdant.  A photo stop will be made in Ifrane. This town at an altitude of 1650m is also a winter sports resort. Continuation to Beni Mellal, a town in the heart of the mountains and surrounded by orchards and fields. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 7 : BENI MELLAL / MARRAKECH

    Departure to Marrakech by passing through the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. Free time in the afternoon to discover more of the ‘Red City’ on your own. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 8 : MARRAKECH

    Transfer to the airport and assistance for departure or stay according to your choice.

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