7 Nights / 8 Days
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Africa, International Tours
The Imperial Cities Tour FIT 7 Nights / 8 Days is an enchanting journey through Morocco’s historic imperial capitals, offering a deep dive into the country’s rich cultural and architectural heritage. Starting in Casablanca, visitors explore the impressive Hassan II Mosque before heading to Rabat, the political capital, to visit landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and Oudayas Kasbah. The tour then moves to Fez, where travelers can wander through the ancient medina, visit Al Quaraouiyine University, and experience the city’s traditional craftsmanship. Meknes, with its grand gates and palaces, is next, featuring Bab Mansour and the ruins of Volubilis. The final stop is Marrakech, a city of vibrant energy, known for the iconic Jemaa el-Fnaa square, the Majorelle Garden, and the historical Koutoubia Mosque. This tour showcases Morocco’s fascinating imperial history, blending ancient traditions with modern-day life in its most significant cities.
Assistance upon arrival at the airport Mohammed V Casablanca and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Le Zenith 4* hotel or similar.
After breakfast, visit Casablanca, the economic and industrial capital of Morocco, exterior visit of the monumental King Hassan II Mosque, one of the world's biggest mosques, Mohamed V Square, Anfa residential area, beach promenade AinDiab . Departure to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco, visit the Kasbah Oudayas, Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Continuation to Meknes. Dinner and overnight at Transatlantique 4* hotel or similar
After breakfast, visit Meknes, this city was founded in the 11th century by the Almorabitine dynasty as a military settlement, Meknes became a capital under Sultan Moulay Ismail (1672 – 1727), the founder of the Alawite dynasty, visit the majestic gate Bab Mansour and Medina the archaeological Volubilis, the site of the largest and best preserved Roman ruins in Morocco—continuation to Fes. Dinner and overnight at Tghat 4* hotel in Fes or similar.
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a day exploring the fascinating city of Fes. Boasting more than 12 centuries of history, as well as a medina that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest university on the planet, Fes is a multifarious city renowned for the splendor of its faded glory. The medina, Fes el Bali, is a vast network of winding alleys hemmed in by ancient walls. Despite being car-free, the bustle, noise, shouting, smell of tanned leather, delicate aroma of oriental perfumes, barbecues, sweet pastry… all this creates a sense of movement and vibrancy that draws you deep into its soul. Head to the Nejjarrine fountain where you can smell the fragrant scent of cedar from the carpenters’ district. The alleys are lined with places of study or prayers such as madrasahs. Visit of Karaouine Mosque. In the afternoon, continue through the rustic narrow streets of the Mellah, the former Jewish district, and head to the outskirts to see the Royal Palace and to enjoy the extraordinary panoramic view of the whole city offered by the fortifications of the north. Dinner and overnight at Tghat 4* hotel in Fes or similar
After breakfast, continue to Ifrane, this town is located at an altitude of 1650m and provides greenery in summer and snow in winter this region is particularly idyllic and verdant. Continuation to Beni Mellal, this city is one of the fastest-growing cities in Morocco. Positioned between the Middle Atlas Mountains, it is a great location for adventures in
this region of the country. Continuation to Marrakech.
Dinner and overnight at Nassim 4* hotel or similar.
Marrakech, this city is dated to the 11th century, is one of Morocco’s most visited. Also known as the ‘red city’, Marrakech has numerous sites to visit such as one of the busiest squares in Africa, one of the largest ‘’Souks’’ in the world as well as a very well-maintained‘’ Medina’’ or old city, visit of Marrakech: the exterior Koutoubia Mosque, the Menara Gardens and the magnificent Bahia Palace. In the afternoon, enjoy the unique atmosphere in the souks and the famous Djamaa El Fna Square with numerous attractions such as dancers, acrobats, Snake charmers, performing monkeys, and story tellers.
Dinner and overnight at Nassim 4* hotel or similar
After breakfast, ½ day excursion to Ourika Valley to admire the wonderful landscape of the Atlas Mountains.
PM: Free at leisure for shopping or discovery of the city on your own.
Dinner and overnight at Nassim 4* hotel or similar
Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca Airport for departure.
Casablanca | Le Zenith hotel or similar |
Meknes | Transatlantique hotel or similar |
Fes | Tghat hotel or similar |
Marrakech | Nassim hotel or similar |