Embark on an enchanting journey through Morocco’s rich tapestry of history and culture with this captivating 10-day itinerary. Beginning in the bustling city of Casablanca, you’ll delve into its modern allure and explore iconic sites like the Hassan II Mosque. Travel onwards to the imperial cities of Rabat, Meknes, and Fez, where medieval medinas, grand Mosques, and historic landmarks await your discovery. Immerse yourself in the labyrinthine alleys of Fez, visiting its splendid medersas, tanneries, and renowned mosque. Journey through the picturesque Atlas Mountains to the mystical Sahara Desert, where camel rides, Berber dinners, and sunrise vistas create unforgettable memories. Traverse the captivating landscapes of Dades Valley and Todra Gorges before arriving in Marrakech, a captivating blend of souks, gardens, and cultural wonders. Conclude your adventure in Casablanca, carrying cherished memories of Morocco’s diverse treasures.
Casablanca airport
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Adult: £895.00 Per Person (2/3 sharing)
Child: £550.00 Per Person
Single supplement: £405
Deposit: 20% to secure place on tour*
*Deposit non refundable. Deposit can be transferred to another tour if monument tickets have not already been purchased at time of notification.
Upon arrival assistance and reception by your tour leader. Then a city tour of Casablanca including an exploration of the Mohammad V square, the Hassan II avenue and mosque and the ‘united nations place’.
Dinner & overnight
After breakfast check out of hotel. We will then head to fez with a stop at Rabat for a visit of Hassan
tower and shrine of Mohamed V. After Lunch we will depart for Meknes to visit the famous stables
and the shrine of moulay ismail the founder of the alaouite dynasty. Then continue on to Fez.
Dinner & overnight.
Founded at the end of the 8th century, Fez offers the best example of a well preserved medieval
medina through the labyrinth of alleyways where the form of transport are still donkeys and mules.
The Medersas ; fondouks ; souks are another touch of the Hispano-Moorish style of architecture. We
will visit the Bouanania Medersa, Nejjarine Fondouk, the over whelming tanneries and the Shrine of
the founder of the city Moulay Idris II. Then onto the Karaouine mosque where the pope Sylvester II
made his studies of the Arabic numerals and where famous scholars have taught their students
namely the great jewish doctor Maimonides and the great mathematicians AL jaber (Aljebra) and AL khaawarismi; (Algorithm); as well as the sociologist ibnou khaldoun…
The afternoon Is devoted to the rampart tour including a drive along the wall surrounding the old
medina and the main gate of the royal palace which dates back to the 13 th century. You will be
ending your day tour by visiting the renowned ceramic factory.
Dinner and overnight
In the morning we will depart from Fez. On the way we will stop for lunch while crossing the middle
Atlas and stopping at Ifrane. This day trip will enable you to discover the important cedar embracing Ifrane, the distinguished ski resort with its ornate mansions and Swiss looking chalets. The Berber village is located at 1650m of altitude and was founded by the the French around 1929 and home to picturesque water falls and natural surroundings. We will then head to Erfoud. Upon arrival you will be transferred into your 4×4 and continue to Merzouga desert to have a Berber dinner around a fire camp.
Overnight at the tented camp
Early in the morning we will depart for a camel ride to enjoy the sunrise. After a relaxing time in the
dunes, the highest in Africa and one of the filming sites for Lawrence of Arabia, we will come back for breakfast in the tents. On our way back to Erfoud we will stop in Rissani to visit the fossil factories
where 500 million year-old fossils are extracted for export around the globe.
Dinner & overnight at the hotel
After breakfast we will depart for Dades gorges. This day is devoted to the visit of the Dades valley
and the Todra gorges, a canyon in the mountains where the massive walls of the gorge rise steeply
and cut off sunlight from the gravel riverbed. We will then go on to Tineghir.
Dinner & overnight.
After breakfast we will move on to Marrakech and crossing the High Atlas Mountains with their
beautiful landscapes and picturesque Berber villages. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant then visit the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a World Heritage Site, then head to Marrakech.
Dinner & overnight.
For those who were fascinated by the wonderful grand BAZAR of Istanbul and the ones entranced by Cairo’s KHAN AL KHALILI market, Marrakech offers an overwhelming spell through its charming
souks; its exquisite riads and palaces; its lush gardens and museums and its JAMAA EL FNA Square – the folklorique heartbeat of Morocco. You will visit the Menara gardens, the Koutoubia tower and its mosque (outside); the 19th century BAHIA PALACE, the saadians tombs unvailed through an aerial photograph taken at the beginning of the last century.
Dinner and overnight.
After breakfast we will take a day trip to the picturesque coastal town of Essaouira, located on the Atlantic Ocean. You will also have a stop at an Argan oil cooperative and after lunch you will enjoy a tour of the port and the skalla rampart. We will then return to Marrakech.
Dinner & overnight.
Head to Casablanca and transfer to the airport where your tour will come to an end.
