Accommodation

7 nights 4 star hotels and traditional riads

Others

All road taxes and tolls

Transport

Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 8 All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Guide

Guided sightseeing - Volubilis, Fes and Marrakech Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan tour guide

Meals

Breakfast daily and 1 lunch

Not included:

Others

International flights and visa Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$2-3 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$1-2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture

Optional

Optional Tagine Making Class or a night of Moroccan entertainment and food

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Start planning your experience

Day 1 Day 1: Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Casablanca

Sunday. Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, you’ll be met and transferred to our hotel where you have the remainder of the day at leisure. Perhaps take a stroll around the souks in the new medina or sit back and watch the world go by with a pot of tea at Rick’s cafe.
Day 2 Day 2: Casablanca & Rabat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Casablanca & Rabat

Casablanca - Rabat. This morning after breakfast, we visit the incredible Hassan II Mosque, rising 210 meters into the air, the third largest mosque in the world is covered in ornate traditional tile work. After exploring Casablanca, we make our way to Rabat, Morocco’s charming capital, which is ours to explore this afternoon. Take a stroll along the long stretch of beach that starts behind the medina, or just up the hill from the medina is the well-preserved Kasbah of the Udayas, dating back to the 12th century. Please note: For those who have opted to start in Marrakech you will be transferred to Casablanca on the morning of day 2 to meet the rest of the group.
Day 3 Day 3: Volubilis & The Blue City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Volubilis & The Blue City

Rabat - Volubilis - Chefchaouen. Departing Rabat this morning we visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Dating back to 40AD we take time to explore the triple arched Tingis gate, the columns of the Capitoline temple, the Basilica, the courthouse and much more. We’ll then continue to Chefchaouen, nestled in the heart of the Rif Mountains, the city boasts incredible blue-washed buildings and majestic views of the surrounding landscape. The rest of the afternoon is ours to independently wander round the Plaza Uta el-Hammam in the heart of the Medina, or perhaps try some of the local street food and watch the sun set.
Day 4 Day 4: Rif Mountains & Talassemtane National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Rif Mountains & Talassemtane National Park

This morning, we make our way to Talassemtane National Park. Located on the eastern side of the Rif Mountains, Talassemtane boasts a wide range of landscapes, as well as housing a number of plant species and mammals including the Barbary macaques and the otter. We make our way to the Akchour Falls and God’s Bridge where we can relax and soak up the breath-taking views. Return to Chefchaouen for a late lunch and afternoon at leisure to further explore the Blue City.
Day 5 Day 5: Unesco Listed Fes El Bali
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Unesco Listed Fes El Bali

Chefchaouen - Fes. Bordered on the foothills of the Atlas Mountains lies the imperial city of Fes, the oldest and largest medieval city in the world. On arrival we enjoy a guided tour of Fes el Bali - the old walled city, absorbing the chaos of the souks and getting lost in the medina’s labyrinth layout. During the tour visit one of the pungent leather tanneries that Fes is famous for and see the giant dye pits. The remainder of the day is at leisure - why not take part in an optional Tagine Making Class or a night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town (both payable locally).
Day 6 Day 6: High Atlas Mountains
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: High Atlas Mountains

Fes - High Atlas Mountains. Departing Fes this morning, our journey takes us past the Middle Atlas Mountains and the orange groves around Aforer before we ascend into the rugged High Atlas Mountains to the picturesque lake of Bin El Ouidane. Upon arrival relax by the swimming pool, or on the terrace at your lake-shore hotel and enjoy the spectacular views.
Day 7 Day 7: Marrakech & Djemaa El Fna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Marrakech & Djemaa El Fna

High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech. We continue our journey through the Atlas Mountains this morning, where almond trees and juniper covered rocky ridges abound. We stop to admire the spectacular Cascades d’Ouzoud, - the highest waterfall in North Africa, before travelling on to Marrakech via the berber town of Demnate. This afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech’s old medina. Inside the rose coloured medina walls is a tangle of winding streets and alleys that open onto verdant gardens and bustling souks. At the heart of the medina is Djemaa El Fna, the city’s exuberant market place and towering over it, is the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the tallest building in the city. Djemaa El Fna springs to life in the evening so be sure to return to the square this evening and experience it in all its glory!
Day 8 Day 8: Goodbye Morocco!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Goodbye Morocco!

Sunday. Our amazing tour of Morocco ends today after hotel check out. An included onward departure transfer to the airport in Marrakech will be provided. You can also choose to pay a small supplement for a transfer to Casablanca, if you would prefer to end your tour here.

8 days tour

Imperial Morocco & The Blue City - 8 Days

This tour includes:

Not included:

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Imperial Morocco & The Blue City - 8 Days

Day 1: Casablanca

Day 2: Casablanca & Rabat

Day 3: Volubilis & The Blue City

Day 4: Rif Mountains & Talassemtane National Park

Day 5: Unesco Listed Fes El Bali

Day 6: High Atlas Mountains

Day 7: Marrakech & Djemaa El Fna

Day 8: Goodbye Morocco!

Experience Style

Accomodation level

Experience Type

Physical Rating

Age range

Who talk about us:

Best cities to travel to

America

Europe

Asia

Africa

Oceania