Imperial Cities Of Morocco Tour through History, Culture and Nature
Casablanca, Morocco
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Join the interesting Imperial Cities of Morocco tour and spend 9 days exploring the vibrant northern interior of Morocco. Admire the rich cultural legacy of old, imperial cities like Meknes and Rabat. which are colorful and have different cultures. Begin your adventure in the capital city of Rabat, where contemporary architecture coexists peacefully. With historic wonders like the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Hassan Tower, which represents Morocco's architectural prowess. Go from Rabat, the imperial capital renowned for Sultan Moulay Ismail's opulence and splendor, to Meknes. Explore the rolling royal stables and the stunning Bab Mansour gate while taking in the breathtaking buildings of bygone eras. Next, explore Fes’s charming, winding lanes, which are home to Morocco’s cultural center and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the vibrant souks too, where craftspeople skillfully create customary items such as metalwork, pottery, and leather goods.
After experiencing the sensory rush of Fes, relax in the quiet charm of a stay at a classy riad. This quaint village, surrounded by olive trees and undulating hills, provides a peaceful getaway from the busy city. allowing you to unwind and thoroughly enjoy the culture of the area. Continue traveling to Marrakech, an energizing and historically rich royal city. Explore the renowned Djemaa el-Fna plaza, where narrators, musicians, and snake charmers captivate audiences. Viewers among busy souks and fragrant food hawkers. Discover hidden gems strewn throughout the medina's labyrinthine passageways, where surprises wait around every corner.
Explore the mysteries of the past at the Roman Ruins of Volubilis, a tribute to the rich and varied history of Morocco. As you meander through the old streets with their lofty columns and crumbling arches. It is impossible not to be struck by the magnificence of the Roman Empire that formerly dwelt here. Morocco's rich history is revealed moment by moment, replete with opulent sites and undiscovered gems. Enjoy this imperial cities of Morocco tour. And let Morocco's magic enchant you to create lifelong memories.
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- Private air-conditionned vehicle
- Professional speaking English driver/guide
- Daily hotel pick up and drop off
- Private airport transfers two-way
- 8 nights accommodation
- Half-board: dinner & breakfast
- Water in the vehicle
- Licensed guide in Fes & Marrakech
- Delicious Moroccan food
- Mineral water in the vehicle
- Travel isurance
- Soft drinks
- Lunchs
- Entrance fees
- Tips
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Day 1 : Casablanca - Rabat
Your private northern Morocco tour from Casablanca will start early in the morning with a pick up from your hotel/riad with our speaking English driver/guide. Casablanca is the best representation of the modern nation. This is where money is being made, where young Moroccans come to seek their fortunes and where business and the creative industries prosper. The city’s Moorish buildings, which meld French-colonial design and traditional Moroccan style, are best admired in the downtown area. After breakfast at your accommodation we will drive you to Rabat and explore the capital of Morocco. Here you’ll see the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, which is topped by a cupola and comprises, to the right ,a museum with a gallery above it. They enclose a mosque whose minaret is the Hassan Tower itself, each of its four sides has a different decoration and its truncated height makes it look even bigger than it is. The tower of this incomplete mosque was begun in 1195. Overnight in Rabat.
DAY 2 : Rabat - Asilah - Tangier
After breakfast in Rabat, follow the highway to Tangier. Upon arrival and after lunch in Asilah, you will be joined by your local guide and then start your city tour. The tour will start with a city overview. We visit the Grand Succo, a popular nighttime square close to the Mosque of Sidi Bou Abib and the link between Ville Nouvelle and the medina. Visit the medina, with its cafes and bazaars, a Spanish church, jewellers shops, and an arts center displaying works showcasing Tangier’s social history. Walk the Petit Succo which was once the heart of the medina. Move on to visit the Grand Mosque,with its spectacular white and green tiled minaret built , in 1685 on the site of a Portuguese cathedral. Overnight in Tangier.
Day 3 : Tangier - Chefchaouen
In the morning we drive to the nearest city, Chefchaouen, situated in the Rif Mountains. The views of the valley and villages are panoramic and breathtaking. Chefchaouen is famous for its bright blue washed buildings and magnificent doors. Ensconsed in the breathtaking Rif Mountains it is spectacularly photogenic. As you stroll through the narrow cobbled streets and azure walls of the medina, you will notice most men wearing Djellabas made of wool and many women wearing colourful straw hats. Lunch in a local restaurant with time to shop for local handicrafts in the main square of the medina,especially woollen garments and woven blankets. Accommodation overnight in an authentic Moroccan riad, includes bed and breakfast. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 4 : Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Moulay Idriss Zerhoun - Fes
This morning after breakfast, we will travel to the nearby city of Meknes, the third Imperial city of Morocco. Meknes is known as The Versailles of Morocco, for its elaborately decorated gateways. We will visit the Bab El Khamis and Bab El Mansour, two of the most beautiful gateways, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Later on, we will head to the village of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, a place of pilgrimage for Moroccans. We will stop here for lunch. Afterward we will explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city dates from the third century BC and is amazingly well preserved, including several mosaics. After this visit, we will continue our drive toward Fes where you will stay overnight in an authentic Moroccan riad.
Day 5 : Fes Sightseeing
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Fes, which is the oldest of Morocco’s four “Imperial Cities”. The medieval city of Fes El Bali or “Old Fes” remains complete and is unspoiled. During your tour of this part of the town, you can visit the exotic Bou Inania Medersa, the Medina and the Kairaouine Mosque, where you may take photos of the wonderful courtyard from the main gate. The university of the same name, founded by Fatima Al Fihri in 859, is said to be the oldest university in the world. In the afternoon, you can visit Fes El Jdid, or “New Fes” and the Museum of Moroccan Arts. Overnight in the riad.
Day 6 : Fes - Bin El Ouidane
After breakfast we leave Fez toward Marrakech passing by Ifran, known as the Switzerland of Morocco for its architecture and climate. You will be enchanted by the cedar forests of Azrou and its friendly monkeys. We will stop for lunch at Zaouiat Cheikh in one of the most beautiful restaurants in the town to enjoy a traditional meal .The with panoramic view is magnificent. From here we drive to reach Bin el-Ouidane in the late evening. Overnight in Bin el-Ouidane.
Day 7 : Bin El Ouidane - Marrakech
Today is our last day of the northern Morocco tour as tomorrow begins our day trip into the Atlas mountains. After breakfast we drive directly towards Marrakech for lunch in one of medina’s restaurants . Enjoy the afternoon on a half day tour with a licenced tour guide in Marrakech or stroll at leisure in the alleyways of medina and bargain with traders. End the day on one of the nicest bohemian rooftops in the old medina and marvel at the spectacular sunset and the spectacle that unfolds below in Jemaa el-Fnaa. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 8 : Marrakech City Tour
It's time to take your time exploring Marrakech. Explore the medina for some last-minute shopping, where each step reveals a new smell, sight, or present to purchase. Each souq in the seemingly infinite mosaic is dedicated to a different trade, such as ceramics, woodwork, copper, leather, carpets, and spices. Watch experienced artists at work, hone your bargaining skills, or take a break from the hustle to sip tea or eat a tagine infused with the fresh aroma of Morocco. Alternatively, you might go to the well-known Koutoubia Mosque and its 12th-century minaret, which was the famed prototype for Seville's Giralda tower. Take a wander through the tropical gardens of the French painter Jacques Majorelle (now owned by Yves Saint Laurent).
Day 9 : Marrakech Or Casablanca Airport Transfer
Your 9 days Morocco tour comes to an end. Today your English-speaking professional driver will take you in a private vehicle or minivan with air conditioning. In the best situation, our driver will also assist you with your luggage and offer you with a straight to the airport.
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