Medina & Desert
FROM / TO CASABLANCA
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
Program
  • Day 1 : CASABLANCA

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

  • Day 2 : CASABLANCA / RABAT / MEKNES

    Sightseeing tour of the ‘economical and industrial capital’ of Morocco: Mohamed V Square, Anfa residential area, beach promenade Ain Diab and exterior visit of the monumental King Hassan II Mosque which is one of the biggest mosques in the world. Continuation to Rabat. Visit of the ‘political capital’ and its famous landmark Hassan Tower with the ruined pillars, the magnificent Mausoleum Mohamed V, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the Royal Palace (exterior). Departure 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 3 : MEKNES / VOLUBILIS / FES

    Sightseeing tour of the ‘economical and industrial capital’ of Morocco: Mohamed V Square, Anfa residential area, beach promenade Ain Diab and exterior visit of the monumental King Hassan II Mosque which is one of the biggest mosques in the world. Continuation to Rabat. Visit of the ‘political capital’ and its famous landmark Hassan Tower with the ruined pillars, the magnificent Mausoleum Mohamed V, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the Royal Palace (exterior). Departure 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 4 : FES / MIDELT / ERFOUD

    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 Erfoud via Midelt and Errachidia by passing through the Ziz Valley and beautiful sceneries. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 5 : ERFOUD / TINGHIR / OUARZAZATE

    Departure via Tinghir before reaching the imposing ‘Todra Gorges’ with its narrow passages.  You will enjoy the  sight of the  splendid rocks which reach a height of 300 m.  Continuation on the ‘Road of the Kasbahs’ through the beautiful ‘Dades Valley’ and Kelaa M’gouna. The region is known for its garden of roses. Continuation to Ouarzazate. The town is considered nowadays as a ‘Mini Hollywood’ since many international films have been produced in this area. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 6 : OUARZAZATE / ZAGORA

    Visit of the famous village of Ait Ben Haddou with its Kasbah. It has been classified as ‘World Cultural Heritage Site ’ by UNESCO. Departure to Zagora via the village of Agdz. Discovery of the fascinating and verdant Draa Valley with its numerous palm groves, orchards, cultivated fields, Ksour (fortified villages) and a stunning scenery. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 7 : ZAGORA / OUARZAZATE

    Enjoy the quietness and the unique atmosphere of Zagora. Return to Ouarzazate in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 8 : OUARZAZATE / AGADIR

    Visit of the imposing Kasbah Taourirt which used to be the Residence of Pacha El Glaoui of Marrakech. Departure to Taroudant via Talouine (the village is surrounded by fields of saffron).The most striking attraction of Taroudant are the impressive ramparts which have been kept in good repair. The Souks are also worth a visit and the local artisans are well known for their stone carvings. Continuation through the fertile Souss plain. Arrival in Agadir. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 9 : AGADIR

    Agadir is an international seaside resort with sunshine almost all year round. This modern city with its large avenues, beautiful gardens, cafés and a wide range of excellent hotels offers, above all, a splendid sandy beach stretching for 10 km. Time for leisure or shopping. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 10 : AGADIR / MARRAKECH

    Departure through the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakesh. The foundation of this ancient imperial city is dated back to the 11th century. Visit of the unforgettable and famous Djemaa El Fna square. Enjoy the unique atmosphere with dancers, acrobats, story tellers, performing monkeys and snake charmers.. You will also discover the bustling Souks which are the largest ones in Morocco. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 11 : MARRAKECH / CASABLANCA

    Second part of the visit of Marrakesh and its remarkable monuments: the famous Saadian Tombs, the ramparts, the Koutoubia Mosque (exterior), the sumptuous Bahia Palace and the Menara Garden. The city is fascinating by its different ethnic groups, its Islamic and Arabic architecture and its colours. In the afternoon drive to Casablanca. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 12 : CASABLANCA

    Transfer to the airport and assistance for departure.

Gallery
The Hassan II Mosque surrounded by water and buildings under a blue sky and sunlight
Hassan Tower Rabat
Rabat5
volubilis
Volubilis..
Morocco tannery
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
camel ride merzouga
Todra Gorges
Goges Todra
Agadir
City view of Agadir at summer, Morocco
Bazar-Marrakech