Description
| Type of Tour: | Regular tour |
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| Operates: | Departs Saturdays |
| Duration: | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Visit: | Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Fez – Beni Mellal – Marrakech – Casablanca |
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| Excludes: | • Airfare and airport taxes • Extras at hotels and meals not mentioned • Travel insurance, visa cost and tips |
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Full Itinerary
Saturday: CASABLANCA
Arrival in Casablanca, transfer to your hotel. Dinner is served at the hotel’s restaurant until 22h30.
Overnight: Casablanca (BD)
Sunday: CASABLANCA – RABAT
Casablanca is considered Morocco’s economic capital. See Mohamed V square, the exterior of the impressive Hassan II Mosque, the residential area of Anfa, the unique Habous district and the exterior of the Royal Palace. Depart for Rabat, Morocco’s Administrative capital. See the Royal Palace, (Mechouar), the Oudaya Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower.
Overnight: Rabat (BD)
Monday: RABAT / MEKNES / FEZ
Meknes is one of Morocco’s most striking imperial cities. It is surrounded by 40km of defensive walls and a series of monumental gateways, the most impressive of which is Bab al-Mansour. Visit the Jewish quarter before departing for Volubilis. It was a thriving settlement until the 4th century, with fine mosaics, sculptures and kitchenware. The city’s architectural splendour is ample proof of its rich past. Stop in the holy city of Moulay Idriss, thereafter continue to Fez.
Overnight: Fez (BD)
Tuesday: FEZ
The whole day is devoted to the city-sightseeing of Fez, the spiritual capital of Morocco, the medieval Medina and the Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Foundouq Nejjarine, Museum of woods, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, and the outside of Karaouine mosque. In the afternoon visit of the esplanade of the Royal Palace with its sumptuous golden door and then sightseeing of Fez Jdid.
Overnight: Fez (BD)
Wednesday: FEZ / BENI MELLAL / MARRAKECH
Depart Fez and travel south passing by the Berber village of Immouzer du Kandar and the Cedar forests of Ifrane, the almost Alpine-like ski resort in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Continue through the fruit-growing region of Beni Mellal before arriving in Marrakech. (In case of bad weather, the itinerary will be modified and travel will be via Khenifra, known for its beautiful landscapes surrounded by mountains and greenery.)
Overnight: Marrakech (BD)
Thursday: MARRAKECH
Visit of historical Marrakech famous by its beautiful palaces and monuments: the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Minaret and Menara Gardens. In the afternoon, explore Majorelle Garden with its French-influenced architecture and the intriguing history due to the connection with the iconic French designer Yves Saint Laurent. Complete your sightseeing with a stop at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square with its surrounding souks and handicraft quarters.
Overnight: Marrakech (BD)
Friday: MARRAKECH – CASABLANCA
Enjoy a full day at leisure or shopping at the souks.
Overnight: Casablanca (BD)
Saturday: DEPARTURE
After breakfast you will be transferred to Casablanca Airport. (B)
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