Moroccan Wonders: 11-Day Journey Through History and Culture From Casablanca
Highlights
Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Erfoud, Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Essaouira
Locations Covered
Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Erfoud, Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Essaouira
architectural, cultural, historical
Private Tour
11 Days
Easy
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Languages
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Description
Embark on an immersive journey through the cultural riches of Morocco, commencing in the vibrant city of Casablanca. Then, explore iconic landmarks such as the Hassan II Mosque and Mohamed V Mausoleum before venturing to the historical wonders of Rabat, Fez, and Marrakesh, where ancient medinas and majestic palaces await. Next, experience the tranquil beauty of Essaouira and the coastal splendor of Oualidia en route back to Casablanca, where your unforgettable adventure culminates with a departure from Mohamed V Airport.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
- Arrival at Casablanca Mohamed V airport.
- Welcome, assistance, and transfer to the hotel in Casablanca.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 2: Exploring Casablanca and Rabat
- Breakfast. Morning visit of Casablanca, the economical capital of Morocco:
- The magnificent Hassan II Mosque.
- The Mohamed V and United Nations squares.
- The Central Market.
- The Habbous quarter.
- The residential area of Anfa.
- Stroll along the Aïn Diab seaside.
- Independent lunch. Departure to Rabat:
- Visit of the administrative capital of Morocco with the Hassan tower.
- The Mohamed V Mausoleum.
- The Kasbah of Oudayas.
- The medina.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
- Breakfast. Morning visit of Casablanca, the economical capital of Morocco:
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Day 3: Journey to Fez via Meknes
- Breakfast. Departure to Fez with the visit of the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
- Continue to Meknes.
- Independent lunch. Visit of the city formerly known as "the Moroccan Versailles":
- Bab Mansour, the most preserved gate in Morocco.
- Hari Souani.
- The old medina.
- Arrival in Fez.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 4: Discovering Fez
- Breakfast. The whole day is dedicated to the sightseeing of Fez:
- Visit of the medieval medina.
- The medersas.
- The Karaouine Mosque.
- The famous Nejjarine Fountain.
- Independent lunch. Continuation of the visit through the old medina.
- Return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
- Breakfast. The whole day is dedicated to the sightseeing of Fez:
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Day 5: Venture to Erfoud
- Breakfast. Departure to Midelt via Azrou.
- Independent lunch. Continuation through Midelt, Ziz River, and series of fortified villages.
- Arrival in Erfoud and check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
Optional: Excursion by Toyota Land Cruiser or Bivouac night at Merzouga dunes.
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Day 6: Excursion to Ouarzazate
- Breakfast. Departure to Tineghir via Rissani.
- Visit of the ruins of Ksar Abbar.
- Through the Tinjdad road, arrival at Todra Gorges.
- Independent lunch. Continuation to Ouarzazate via El Kelâa M´gouna and the Dades valley.
- Arrival in Ouarzazate.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 7: Visit Aït Benhaddou en route to Marrakesh
- Breakfast. Visit of Ouarzazate with Tifoult and Taourirt Kasbahs.
- Departure to Aït Ben Haddou village.
- Independent lunch. Visit of the ruins of this ancient Kasbah.
- Continuation via the Tiz-In-Tichka pass and Taddert to Marrakesh.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 8: Immersing in Marrakesh
- Breakfast. The entire day will be spent visiting Marrakesh:
- The Saadian tombs.
- The Koutoubia.
- The Bahia palace.
- The Menara gardens.
- Independent lunch. Visit of the souks and the Djemaâ El Fna square.
Return to the hotel for dinner.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
- Breakfast. The entire day will be spent visiting Marrakesh:
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Day 9: Experience Essaouira
- Breakfast. Departure to Essaouira.
- Independent lunch. Visit of the city.
Dinner at a 4-star hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 10: Coastal Drive to Casablanca via Oualidia
- Breakfast. Departure to Casablanca via El Jadida with a stop at Oualidia.
- Independent lunch. Continuation along the Atlantic coast to reach El Jadida for an orientation tour.
- Arrival in Casablanca.
- Check-in at the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
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Day 11: Departure from Casablanca
- Breakfast. Departure transfer to Mohamed V airport for the return flight.
- Assistance with the boarding formalities.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.