2 N. Casablanca- 1 N. Meknes- 2 N. Fez – 2 N. Marrakech-2 N. Essaouira
Starting at $715,00 p.p. (group of 15 passengers)
Available guaranteed departures starting 2 persons
Our specialists can tailor an itinerary to meet your specific requirements and desires.
Day 1: AIROPORT – CASABLANCA
Arrival at the Casablanca Mohammed V airport. You’ll be welcomed and assisted by our
staff and checked in at the hotel. We’ll begin a sightseeing tour of Casablanca, the
economic capital of Morocco. The tour will include a visit of Mohammed V square, Royal
palace and habbous district, the residential area of anfa, the United Nations Square, the
Ain Diab Corniche, and the Hassan II mosque (the largest mosque in Africa decorated
with beautiful tiling of the utmost craftsmanship).
Day 2: CASABLANCA – RABAT – MEKNES
After breakfast, departure to the second imperial city Rabat, the administrative capital of
the Kingdom of Morocco. At arrival we’ll kick off our sightseeing tour with a visit to the
marvellous sumptuous Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, the Ouadayas
garden, the Mechouer, and the ramparts and walls surrounding the Royal palace. Then
we will depart to Meknes which was the capital city under the reign of Moulay Ismail
(1672-1727). This city is famous for its 40 km long city walls that preserve the most beautiful
gate of Morocco, Bab Al Mansour. We will also visit the Royal Stables which housed up to
12,000 horses of Sultan Moulay Ismail. Ovenight in Meknes. B/D
Day 3: MEKNES – MOULAY IDRISS – VOLUBILIS – FEZ
After breakfast, departure to Fes via the holy city of Moulay Idriss where the founder of the
Islam in Morocco is buried; this town is famous for its green rooftops and offers one of the
most picturesque views of Moroccan town life. On our way to Fez, we will also visit the
roman city of Volubilis. Volubilis features the best preserved excavations in this part of
northern Africa dating from the Roman Empire. In 1997 the site was listed on the UNESCO
World Heritage list. Overnight in Fez. B/D
Day 4: FEZ
After breakfast, enjoy a full day tour of the oldest imperial cities, founded around 790 by
Idriss Ier. Fez, who was for many centuries a political and intellectual capital of Morocco,
had become a center for meetings and exchanges. It is reported that Pope Sylvester II
999-1003 stayed in his youth to study in Fez after which he introduced Arabic numerals to
Europe. The Medina of Fez, one of the most beautiful in the world Heritage listed by
UNESCO mondial. Fez has retained many vestiges of its past: the mosque and university
Karaouine, the largest in Morocco, the Andalusian Mosque, the Fountain Nejjarine Zaouia
Moulay Idriss, the medina and souks. B/D
Fes Morocco Tangier Casablanca Staircase Rabat
Day 5: FEZ/BENI MELLAL/MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we will depart to Marrakech passing by the Berber village of Immouzer du
Kandar and Ifrane and arrive to Beni Mellal. It sits in the foot of Mount Tassemit and is one
of the agricultural centers of Morocco. We will arrive to Marrakech late afternoon.
Overnight in Marrakech. B/D
Day 6: MARRAKECH
After breakfast, tour of Marrakech, the southern capital, situated at the crossroads of the
desert, mountains and plains of the Atlantic. The red city and its atmosphere are enough
to seduce the most demanding. Medina, covering an area of 600 hectares, is one of the
largest medina in Morocco and most populated of North Africa. The famous walls of the
old city of Marrakech underwent significant changes at the whim of dynasties. Thus, they
were repeatedly punched in the new gates (Bob in Arabic). Today, the height of the walls
are between 8 and 10 meters and they cover a total distance exceeding 19 km. Historic
visit to the Koutoubia minaret dating from the twelfth century a symbol of the city, Also
enjoy a visit to Djema’a El-Fna, in the heart of Marrakech, with its acrobats, snake
charmers, and maze of alleyways lined with souks. B/D
Day 7: MARRAKECH/ESSAOUIRA
After breakfast, departure to Essaouira, formerly known by its old Portuguese name
“Mogador”. Essaouira is a citadel with a prestigious past. It has been occupied since
prehistoric times and was famous for its Tyrian factory which supplied Rome with the
legendary purple dye. A cradle for artists of all kinds, Essaouira is also well known for its
fishing port and market, a hive of activity day or night. During your time in Essaouira you
will have a visit to the port, the Scala, the municipal market, jeweler’s quarter and a
handicrafts complex. Overnight in Essaouira. B/D
Day 8: ESSAOUIRA /CASABLANCA
After breakfast, you will depart to Casablanca. Spend the day at your leisure. Overnight
in Casablanca. B/D
Day 9 : CASABLANCA /AIRPORT
After breakfast, you will be transfer to Casablanca airport for your flight back home. B
NB: This program is subject to change. However, the content of the program will be
always respected.
Please note that prices are per person based on double occupancy
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