Morocco Beauty
Join us for this fascinating 8 day tour across the main cultural sites of Morocco, offering a remarkable insight into the beauty and diverse culture of the country. We are able to tailor this trip to begin in any city or extend the tour, depending on your travel arrangements.
Day 1: Casablanca Airport / Casablanca (30 km)
Upon arrival into Morocco our local representatives will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Casablanca for the start of the tour.
(Dinner included)
Day 2: Casablanca / Rabat / Meknes / Fez (285 km)
Our tour gets underway this morning after breakfast when we depart for the administrative capital of Morocco and the country’s second largest city, Rabat. Here we will visit the beautiful Mohamed V Mausoleum – a fine example of modern Alaouite dynasty architecture. The tour then heads for Fez, stopping off en-route at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the sacred town of Moulay Idriss, where the religion of Islam made its first appearance in Morocco back in 789. We’ll then make the short trip to Meknes (known as the Moroccan Versailles) where we will visit the ancient and atmospheric sites of Bab Mansour and Hari Souani as well as the old traditional medina located there. The day ends as we arrive into the world famous city of Fez.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 3: Fez
Welcome to the city of Fez, often referred to as the ‘Athens of Africa’ or the ‘Mecca of the West’. At over 1200 years old it is the oldest cultural and spiritual city in Morocco and is home to the oldest continuously functioning Madrasa in the world. A UNESCO world heritage site it is also believed to be one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world. We will spend the whole day here exploring the city – from the labyrinthine streets of the medina where we can see the many unique craftsmen working, to the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum and the Nejjarine Fountain.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 4: Fez / Beni Mellal / Marrakech (450 km)
Following breakfast this morning we depart for Marrakech. Sit back and enjoy some of North Africa’s most dramatic landscapes along the way as our route takes us straight through the forests and mountain regions of the Middle Atlas Mountains. We make stops at Immouzer El Kander and Azrou before arriving into Marrakech in the afternoon.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 5: Marrakech
Known as the Red City or the ‘Pearl of the South’, historical Marrakech remains an incredibly important place for tourists to visit, largely due to the traditional Berber people who have inhabited the region for almost 1000 years. The resulting monuments and buildings host an array of intricate and beautiful artwork whilst the city’s streets offer a cacophony of amazing sights, sounds and smells. We have the chance to explore the Saadian Tombs, The Koutoubia Mosque as well as the ornate Bahia Palace and Menara Garden. After lunch our tour continues with a visit to the boisterous souks and medieval streets around Djemaa El Fna Square.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 6: Marrakech / Essaouira / Marrakech (340 km)
This morning we take a drive to one of Morocco’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty located at Essaouira. A former Portuguese settlement, the town is renowned for its intricate crafts and woodworking. In recent years it has become a popular place for famous artists to visit and take advantage of favourable light conditions and the general relaxed and tranquil feel to the place. We have the chance to visit the silver souk, the art gallery as well as the picturesque harbour.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 7: Marrakech / Casablanca (210 km)
After breakfast we depart Marrakech for the drive to the iconic city of Casablanca. The largest city in modern Morocco, Casablanca was founded by the Berbers and its strategic location has attracted settlers and invaders for over 2000 years resulting in an incredible history and subsequent cultural influences. Our tour here includes visits to the central market, the Habous district, The Royal Palace and of course, Mohamed V square and Mosque Hassan II – home to the world’s tallest minaret.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
Day 8: Casablanca / Airport (30 km)
Our tour concludes today. After breakfast we will transfer you back to the airport for your flight home.
(Breakfast included)