11 Days Tour Imperial Cities Of Morocco And Sahara Desert From Casablanca
11 Days Tour Imperial Cities Of Morocco And Sahara Desert From Casablanca. When you arrive at the airport, you will find us waiting and will take you to Casablanca and Rabat. In Casablanca, you will observe the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Morocco, then we will walk through the coastal coastline “Cornish”. After that, we will go to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where you will observe the Hassan tower, the Kasbah of Oudaya before going to the riad.
HIGHLIGHTS :
• Marrakech Via Imperial Cities Of Morocco
• Departure from Casablanca to Imperial Cities.
• Full day city tour of fes with local official guide
• Drive the Tizi n Tichka Pass of the High Atlas Mountains
• Visit the UNESCO worlde heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou
• Pass Ouarzazate and visit Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah
• Camel ride for sunset and sunrise, overnight in Tents
Program Details:
DAY 1 : CASABLANCA
Arrival at the airport, and transfer to the Hotel.
DAY 2 : CASABLANCA
We have breakfast and at mid-morning we will start the city tour. Famous for one of the most famous films in the world, Casablanca. Modern city, full of life and industrial capital of the country. Visit of the exterior of the Royal Palace, with its immense doors, the elegant district of Anfa and the Corniche, a boulevard that walks by the sea. Visit to the exterior of the famous and pharaonic work of the Mosque of Hassan II. Optionally you can visit the interior of the Mosque, (open only until 2:00 pm, Friday and holidays closed by worship) Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
DAY 3 : CASABLANCA - RABAT - MEKNES – FEZ
After breakfast, we’ll head to the political capital of the country, Rabat, to explore its rich history and culture. Our first stop will be the mausoleum, a stunning white marble and cedar wood building decorated with carved bronze, built in memory of His Majesty Mohamed V.
Next, we’ll visit the beautiful mosque and the tower of Hassan, which boasts 200 columns and a minaret made of pink stone. We’ll also take a stroll through the avenues and districts occupied by the royal palace before breaking for lunch.
After lunch, we’ll make our way to the city of Meknes. This grand city is home to vast palaces, barracks, and forty kilometers of walls and bastions surrounding its monumental gates. Our tour will end at the mausoleum, where the remains of the sovereign Alawite are interred in a beautiful stucco and white marble building.
Finally, we’ll head to Fez for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 4 : FEZ WORLD HERITAGE CITY TOUR
We will start our day with a delicious breakfast before embarking on a full day tour of Fez, the oldest imperial city. Established in 808, Fez was the first political, religious and cultural capital of the region. Our tour will commence at the magnificent golden gates of the royal palace. From there, we will climb to a high vantage point, providing us with a bird’s eye view of the city’s impressive Medina. We will then enter the Medina on foot, where we will explore its myriad of sights and sounds.
Our journey will take us through numerous mosques, medersas, karabansarais, and places of worship, eventually leading us to the district of tanners. After some free time for lunch, we will continue our exploration of the city, this time focusing on its various craftsmen districts, each dedicated to a particular specialty. These craftsmen brought their knowledge from Spain and maintained the art and style of Andalusia, earning Fez the well-deserved reputation as the city of craftsmen.
We will conclude our day with a satisfying dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 5 : FEZ - IFRANE - BENI MELLAL – MARRAKECH
After breakfast in the morning, we will embark on a journey through the Middle Atlas, passing by charming villages, towns, and cities that are primarily focused on agriculture. Along the way, we’ll have the opportunity to witness the birth of Morocco’s most renowned rivers, all while admiring the stunning landscapes. Our first destination is Ifrane, a town that will make us feel like we’ve landed in Switzerland, thanks to its black-slate pointed roofs, picturesque lake, and the locals’ commitment to maintaining a clean environment. From there, we’ll travel to Beni Mellal, where you’ll have ample time to explore and enjoy a free lunch. Afterward, we’ll continue our journey to Marrakech, where we’ll check into our Riyadh, dine, and rest.
DAY 6 : MARRAKECH - TELOUET - KASBAH OF AIT BEN HADDOU – OUARZAZATE
After breakfast, we’ll set out on a journey through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, passing by the Coll del N’Ticka and making our way to the awe-inspiring Kasbah of Telouet and Ait-Ben-Haddou, both designated UNESCO World Heritage sites. This striking location has served as the backdrop for numerous famous films, including Gladiator and Jewel of the Nile. After some free time to enjoy lunch, we’ll head to Ouarzazate, which is often referred to as the gateway to the vast desert and is home to the iconic Kasbah of Taourirt and the imposing Principal Palace of Glaoui, once the residence of the powerful pasha of southern Morocco. We’ll have dinner and spend the night at a Riyadh in Ouarzazate.
DAY 7 : OUARZAZATE - GORGES OF TOLDRA - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA DESERT
After breakfast, we’ll hit the road and pass by a series of stunning kasbahs, each with its own unique character. Along the way, we’ll make several stops before arriving at one of the most impressive sites in the south: the Toldra Gorge. The Toldra River has carved out a deep, narrow canyon with towering walls that are both breathtaking and a popular destination for rock climbers. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind natural wonder. After a free lunch, we’ll visit the city of Erfoud and tour a quarry where fossils are extracted from rocks. We’ll learn about the process of creating various objects using these fossils. Later, we’ll have dinner and stay overnight at a hotel.
DAY 8 : MERZOUGA - ALNIF – ZAGORA
We wake up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes and then head back to the hostel where we have breakfast and take a shower. From Merzouga, we set off towards Zagora, passing through Taghbalt and several Berber villages on the way. Along the route, we stop at the nomadic villages of Alnif and Errissani before finally reaching Zagora.
DAY 9 : ZAGORA – MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we will set off towards Marrakech, taking the route that passes through the lush and green Draa Valley, which is renowned as the largest palm grove in Morocco. During the journey, we will make a stop at a scenic viewpoint to capture the stunning landscape on camera. As we cross the High Atlas mountain range, we will ascend the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, which sits at an altitude of 2260 meters. Keep a keen eye out, as we will come across various Berber villages constructed from adobe and stone that blend beautifully with the landscape. Finally, we will arrive in Marrakech, where we will have dinner and stay in a riad.
DAY 10 : MARRAKECH GUIDED CITY TOUR
We have breakfast and visit the city, starting with the gardens of Menara with its pond, the Saadian tombs where meet the founders of the city, the Bahia Palace, residence of the former vizier; Koutobia, splendid minaret, to finish in the innumerable Plaza of Jamaa el F’na, the morning a big souk and the night a magical spectacle. Dinner and overnight in Riyadh.
DAY 11 : MARRAKECH AIRPORT TRANSFER
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport at the designated time to catch our flight back to our city of origin. We will complete the necessary billing and boarding procedures before boarding the plane. This marks the end of our trip and the services we have provided
INCLUDED :
- Pick up at your riad / hotel in Casablanca.
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle.
- Driver / English speaking guide.
- Dinners and breakfasts.
- Camel Trek.
- Night in desert camp with dinner and breakfast.
- Full day city tour fes & Marrakech with local guide
NOT INCLUDED :
• Lunch.
• Drinks.
• Tips.
• Entrance fees for museums.
• Personal expenses.