MarrakechCasablancaRabat FesChefchaouen Tangier
This is the quintessential Morocco trip, a wonderful sweep through the country’s highlights from the Atlas Mountains to the Mediterranean Sea. Witness the mysticism and beauty of Berber and Moroccan culture. Walk in the Romans’ footsteps around Volubilis’ remarkable ruins and gaze at its well-preserved mosaics. Haggle in the medinas of Fes and explore the old city of Marrakech, taking in the colours and magical smells.
Itinerary Highlights
What’s included
flexibility
This is an example itinerary. It is fully flexible; you can add or detract days and include hotels at your chosen budget. It departs daily.
10
Nights
Price Guide
$4000 – $5700 pp
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Fly to Marrakech
Marrakech
Marrakech has endless tour options, from the old Medina to the modern Nouvelle Ville. We can include options such as visiting landmarks such as Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, and Jemaa el-Fnaa, or you have the choice of including to explore the many galleries or museums with an experienced curator or even learning about the unique blending of spices in a cooking class.
Or you could leave the busy city behind you and see the Jardin Majorelle (Majorelle Gardens). Designed by French artist Jacques Majorelle, this garden is a tropical utopia featuring hundreds of plants, tranquil lily-covered pools, and colossal sculptural cacti. At its heart is Majorelle’s cobalt blue-painted studio, now a museum. Wander through this peaceful haven before visiting the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. The renowned fashion designer first visited Marrakech in the 60s, and the museum is dedicated to his fashion and the country that inspired him.
Casablanca
Discover the port city of Casablanca, the country’s cosmopolitan and commercial heart city. Here you can choose different ways to discover the rich cultural heritage of Casablanca with a walking tour of the Old Medina, perhaps where you could stroll through the winding alleys of this historic neighbourhood, have the chance to explore traditional souks, ancient mosques, and historic buildings. See the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, The largest mosque in Africa, with its beautiful Moorish architecture.
Rabat
Rabat is a city full of rich history and culture. You can explore iconic landmarks like the stunning Chellah Necropolis and the imposing Hassan Tower, discover hidden gems like the charming Andalusian Gardens, or learn about the traditions and customs that shape this unique city. There is a chance to explore the ancient walls of the Medina, the historic fortification dates to the 12th century, made of sandstone and reinforced with bastions, gates, and towers, then wander around the Kasbah des Oudaias, known for its narrow streets, white and blue walls, tiny houses, and flower-filled courtyards. The Kasbah has several landmarks, including a mosque and a museum.
Meknes & Volubilis
An amazing option between Rabat and Fez for any history buff would be a tour of Meknes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s Imperial Cities. The impressive monuments here are splendid and were built in the 17th century by the powerful sultan Moulay Ismail, to rival the court of his contemporary Louis XIV of France. During your visit, you’ll marvel at the monumental Bab Mansour gateway – considered one of the finest of the great gates of Morocco. Later, continue to Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Morocco’s largest and most well-preserved Roman ruins. With its grand arches, basilicas and capitols, the Volubilis is dotted with examples of superb Roman architecture.
Fes
Exploring Fez, the cultural heart of Morocco, is an unforgettable experience for any holiday in Morocco. Your tour can be tailored to your experiences, from a journey through the lanes, alleys and souks comprising the labyrinth of the city’s old quarter. Or maybe you would like to delve into the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site and visit Nejjarine Square, with its exquisite fountain created with mosaics and detailed tilework. No visit to Fez would be complete without the sights and smells of the tanneries that will reveal how the country’s highly esteemed leather is dyed.
There is a chance to learn more about how the beautiful Zellij tiles are created and designed or about the manufacturing and history of the famous tagines (earthenware pots in which traditional meals are cooked). You could also take a cooking class, use the tagines for yourself, and be introduced to the fascinating world of Moroccan cooking as an experienced chef coaches you to learn the basics of Moroccan cuisine. Use exotic herbs and spices to create dishes such as Tagine of chicken in preserved lemon sauce or a lamb with almonds and prunes, and then enjoy your creations for lunch.
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen (the blue city due to its blue-rinsed houses and buildings); was founded in 1471 by Moorish exiles from Spain led by Moulay Ali Ben Mouss. You could journey through time, visiting the cobbled medina. Appreciate striking blue-and-white homes, and visit the 18th-century kasbah, with its tower, garden, and museum. See the endless options for the central mosque, mellah, the former Jewish quarter, and the energetic Utta El Hamam main square.
Tangier and Tetouan
Choose to explore the coastal city of Tangier, which dominates the north of Morocco and is the gateway to Europe. Here you can visit the colourful markets, gardens and the famous Kasbah located at the highest point of the Medina and was the former Sultan’s Palace. Or choose to stroll down through the narrow streets of the medina to the Jewish Quarter, where you can see the old Jewish Synagogue and the Jewish Cemetery.
Another great option is a day trip to Tetouan, Small Jerusalem. Uncover the country’s history when you visit the Jewish quarters and the Moorish synagogue. Learn about local life and culture and walk through the modern town to see landmarks such as the Royal Palace, mosques, palm-fringed squares, and Spanish-style buildings.
Fly home
A note on price
The prices outlined above are a rough guide to give you an idea of costs and enable you to budget for your trip.
Guide prices are generally for private arrangements based on twin share, in well located, good quality accommodation (excluding international flights).
Please note costs are indicative and may vary due to a number of factors such as; travel date, hotel choice, room category, number of people travelling and prevailing exchange rates.
Price Guide $4000 – $5700 per person
When to travel
Morocco is a diverse country with a varied climate and weather. In general, the summers are hot and dry, while winters are mild and wet. The coastal regions tend to have cooler temperatures than the interior of the country, and the mountains in the north have cooler temperatures year-round. Rainfall is generally light throughout the year, and snow is rare at lower elevations.
Add on’s
This Morocco Imperial Cities itinerary has many add-on holiday options; for example, you could head to the Southern Atlantic town of Essaouira and explore the city-walled fort. Spend a night or two in the Sahara Desert exploring Berber culture.
Morocco makes a magical add-on to your European holiday, especially from countries such as Spain, France or Portugal, all of which have direct flights. Morocco is also easily accessed by the main flight hubs of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha, making city stopovers easy to arrange.
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