If you want to experience the real Morocco, then look no further! This tour with the most historical insight into the ancient past of this important country of Morocco is unmissable. Your eight day tour will cover the capital of Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Marrakech and Casablanca, all of the major landmarks of this ancient country.
On arrival at Casablanca Airport, you will be greeted by our local Driver/ Guide at the front of Gate 2 outside the Airport. Once onboard, you will be driven to Rabat, Morocco’s Capital City to check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Start your Morocco Tour Package by a delicious breakfast at your Hotel in Rabat, and then you will be met by your Guide to take a lovely tour of the beautiful City of Rabat. The City was founded during the Almohad dynasty by Abd Al- Mu’min, the ruler at that time. It was constructed as a military focal point and served as a fortress with its original name being Ribatu L-Fath meaning ‘stronghold of victory’. Following this, you will uncover the history of Rabat which will include the well known sites such as the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower and the Kasbah Ouddaya. Next you will have some free time so really take in the old Souks and Bazaars of Rabat full of traditional hand made goods including leather merchandise such as shoes, bags and Berber style jewellery amongst other goods.Continue on to Café Maure on the banks of the River Bouregrag and enjoy a traditional Moroccan mint tea along with tasty treats such as kaab ghazal(known as ‘the hoof of the deer’) and ghariba, a symbol of Moroccan hospitality.From here you will travel by road leaving Rabat and head to the City of Fez.Enroute, you will stop off at the unmissable location known as Volubilis, a UNESCO archeological heritage site and evidence of the past changes of multi-cultural Morocco. A local specialist Guide will walk you around this historical Roman outpost through its triumphant arche, Capitoline Temple and the large captivating Orpheus Mosaics telling the tales of Roman life. Moving on from here, your next stop will be to the imperial City of Meknes. It has been one of the lesser known and visited Cities in Morocco, yet still holds an important history. Built by Moulay Ismail, it was considered to be the‘Versailles of ‘Morocco’. Your Guide will escort you to the famed gate known as Bab El Mansour and Lhri named as the beating hearts of the City. After this visit, you will be transferred to the City of Fez.Overnight in Fez
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast to start your day, then a wonderful guided tour of Fez, another UNESCO world heritage site and founded in the 9 th century which was the country’s capital until 1912. Fez is also home to the world’s oldest University.You will explore the old Medina along with the major sites of interest including Bou-Inania and Attarin Medersa, the latter being the area where the famous leather tanning takes place. Also included will be Ess-Seffarine Square, the Moulay Idriss Tomb, El-Nejjarine Square and the cabinet makers Souk known as the Hebrew district of Mellah.
During your schedule, you will have the opportunity to take part in a pottery workshop with a pottery master, giving you a real Moroccan experience.Lunch will then be served at a local restaurant then have the choice to either take a relaxing stroll through the narrow alleyways of the old town, or return to your hotel for the evening.An interesting fact to know is that every October, Fez holds one of the largest and well known Sufi festivals with Sufi performers from across the world. It is a mesmorising dance where the Sufis twirl around in order to get in to a trance for religious purposes.Overnight in Fez concluding the 3rd day of your Morocco Tour Package.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast to start your day then you will be collected for your travel to the Imperial City of Marrakech. Enroute, you will pass through some picturesque villages called Imouzar and Ifrane.Later in the day, you will reach one of Morocco’s best known agricultural centres known as Beni Melal. After this, travelling on to the vibrant City of Marrakech. Once arrived, you will then check in to your Hotel for an overnight stay.Overnight in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast
Kick off your 5th day of your Morroco Tour Package after having breakfast, then an exciting day ahead in the lively and vibrant City of Marrakech, a central point for many tourists across the world.Our local Guide / driver will greet you for your breathtaking day in Marrakech known locally as ‘Ochre City’. First stop will be the unique and pretty Majorelle Garden named after the French painter Jacques Majorelle who completely dedicated his work and passion to this art masterpiece.Then continuing on to Menara, in Arabic known as ‘Lighthouse’. It can be described as a basin and garden blooming with orchards and olive groves.Moving on then heading towards the Koutobia Mosque along with the Jewish quarter called ‘Mallah’.Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before finishing your wonderful day in Marrakech with a horse and carriage ride (or ‘Koutchi’) to the main centre known as Jamaa El Fnaa.Included in the important history of Marrakech, it was considered as a extremely holy place which Moroccans called ‘The Land of the Seven Men’ who were religious Sufi Scholars giving their lives to worship and knowledge.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Continue your Morocco Imperial Cities Tour after breakfast you will have the whole day for yourselves to explore this vibrant historical City. Take time to wander through the vast Souk offering many handmade local souvenirs, smell the incense and colourful spices, and stop off for some delicious local Moroccan food. Plenty of time to take some memorable photographs of your time here in this magnificent City. Watch the locals entering the Old Mosques for prayers and chat to some locals. Overnight in Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel, then you will be transferred to the busy bustling City of Casablanca, often considered the business capital of Morocco.
Amongst the historical features of Casablanca, the very important site of the Hassan II Mosque which your Guide will take you to and give you all the history of this ancient monument. Its location is very significant as it sits on the edge of the Atlantic coast with spectacular views. Moving on, you will get the opportunity with your Guide to explore the City and popular Corniche of Casablanca, the Habous Quarter, and an exterior view of the Grand Palace. Finally, back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
This is the end of your Morocco Tour Package,breakfast at the hotel, then your last free morning in Morocco to explore Casablanca before your transfer to Casablanca Airport for your return flight.
Meals: Breakfast