Imperial Cities of Morocco (Small Group Tour)

Wake up to your morning meal at the hotel and get ready for your full-day tour of Marrakech. Admire the Saadian tombs and the exterior of the magnificent Koutoubia mosque and its 70-metre-high minaret. It dates from the late 12th century when most of northern Africa and the southern Iberian Peninsula were part of the Almohad Empire. Behold the beautiful Bahia Palace with its exceptional cedar and marble decorations. Take a rest in Menaras Gardens and enjoy its tranquil and calm atmosphere. In the afternoon visit the famous place Djemaa El Fna, Main Square and market place of Medina, full of local products and craft centres. During the day you can experience surprising sights, like monkey trainers or snake charmers and during the night it becomes the centre of the local musicians and other traditional shows. Enjoy a tasting experience of different olives before returning to the hotel. Once back in the hotel, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner serves at the hotel.

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Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast, Dinne

Enjoy your luscious morning meal at the hotel, after which you will be leaving Marrakech for Casablanca. Upon your arrival check-in and after midday meal (not included) enjoy a guided panoramic tour of the economic capital of Morocco, which will take you to the central market, the charming Habous district, the Royal Palace (exterior), Mohamed V Square, the residential area of Anfa, the majestic Hassan II Mosque looming high over the city by the sea (exterior visit), and will allow you to contemplate the formidable exterior of the Royal Palace, which stands by the sea and the Corniche, the coastal walkway of Casablanca. Wrap up the day with a delicious dinner at the hotel.

Overnight: Casablanca Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Distance: 245km 2.45hrs.)

Start the day with morning meal at the hotel before departing to Rabat, the capital city of the country. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided panoramic tour of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Kasbah of Oudayas, the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the Hassan Tower. After midday meal (not included), continue your route to Meknes, where you’ll go on a tour of this former imperial capital, the glory days of which were under the reign of Moulay Ismail in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Such was the grandeur of the city that he built, that Meknes became known as the ‘City of a Hundred Minarets’ and is today a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. See the imposing city walls and the beautifully decorated gates of Bab Mansour and Bab El-Khemis, the Royal Stables and the Jewish Quarter. It’s then time to continue, passing by the ruins of the ancient Phoenician city of Volubilis (entrance included) and the holy city of Moulay Idriss, before finally arriving in Fez. Dinner serves at the hotel.

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Overnight:Fez Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Distance: 300 km, 3.15hrs.

Wake up to morning meal at the hotel and follow your trip exploring the fascinating city of Fez. Boasting more than 12 centuries of history, as well as a medina that is a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site and the oldest university on the planet, Fez is a multifarious city renowned for the splendor of its faded glory. The medina, Fez el Bali, is a vast network of winding alleys hemmed in by ancient walls. Despite being car-free, the bustle, noise, shouting, and the smells of tanned leather, oriental perfumes, barbecues, and sweet pastries create a sense of movement and vibrancy that draws you deep into its soul. Head to the Bou Inania and Medersa Attarine (entrances to Attarine and Bou Inania included), both of which showcase exquisite central courts. Then see the Karaouiyine Mosque as well as the Nejjarrine fountain and the Souks and the tanners’ district where you can take pictures of a world of colours and discover the traditional techniques to work leather. Stop for a midday meal in the Riad Dar El Ghalia in the Medina. During the visit, you will have the opportunity to attend the ceremony of preparation of Moroccan tea with pastry (3 sorts)"homestay" and to know the history of a Moroccan family fassie.

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Overnight: Fez Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Depart Fez after morning meal at the hotel, heading southwest towards Marrakech. Today’s road journey provides an enormous range of landscapes and allows for many enticing photo stops as we drive along the foothill of the Atlas Mountains. Pass the quaint mountain town of Ifrane (1,650 metres high), the Berber villages of Azrou and Khenifra, and make an en-route stop in Beni-Mellal. Surrounded by beautiful orange and olive groves, the town of Beni-Mellal is a rendezvous point for nature and mountain lovers, as well as for adventure seekers. Later arrive in Marrakech and check in to your hotel. Dinner serves at the hotel.

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Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Distance: 530km 5.5hrs.

Start your day with savoury morning meal at the hotel and enjoy a full day at leisure in Marrakech. Stroll down the vibrant streets of this busy town and explore its rhythm on your own pale. You can book an optional half-day Spa experience and live the famous rite of Moroccan Hammam in a real Riad wellness in the medina (own expenses). This beautiful experience will make you discover the traditional body scrubbing, the various natural products which have a magical effect on the skin. After a delicious mint tea, relaxing Massage with essential oil will close pleasantly this wellness half day. Dinner serves at the hotel, however, if you wish to taste the local cuisine, you can book Moroccan Dinner in the medina and experience the real taste of Morocco with traditional food and excellent service (own expenses). All this is served up in a warm and friendly atmosphere of a beautiful Riad.

Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy one last morning meal at the hotel before bidding farewell to Morocco and taking your transfer to Marrakech airport depending on when you scheduled your onward flight.

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Overnight: Not AvailableMeals: Breakfast

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