Imperial Cities 6 Days Tour from Casablanca

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Experience the wonder and beauty of imperial cities of Morocco on this 6 days tour departing from Casablanca. Visit the stunning cities of Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis, Fez, Ifran, Ouzoud Waterfalls and Marrakech.

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* Duration: 6 days
* Starts: Casablanca, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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Experience the wonder and beauty of imperial cities of Morocco on this 6 days tour departing from Casablanca. Visit the stunning cities of Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis, Fez, Ifran, Ouzoud Waterfalls and Marrakech.

Itinerary

Day 1: Casablanca

Stop At: New Medina of Casablanca, Blvd Victor Hugo, Casablanca Morocco
Upon arrival in Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco, you will be met and taken to your Casablanca hotel. Depending on arrival time, you will visit the city, including an visit to the Hassan II, one of the world’s biggest mosques, Sqala and Habous disctrict. Overnight stay in Casablanca.
Duration: 1 day

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis

Day 2: Day 2: Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis

Stop At: Medina of Rabat, Rabat 10030 Morocco
The tour commences with a visit to the Mechouar and the exterior of the royal palace, the official residence of the king. Continue to the esplanade of the Hassan Tower, all that remains of the “Unfinished Mosque”, dating back to 1196.

Here, at the Hassan Tower, Mohammed V presided over the first Friday prayer meeting on his return from exile in 1956. Opposite the tower is the regal Mohammed V Mausoleum, the royal necropolis. Marble steps lead to a gallery overlooking the impressive chamber containing the white onyx tombs of Mohamed V and his sons, Moulay Abdallah and King Hassan II, the current king’s father. The Royal Guard stand guard in their flowing red and white burnous.

Next, head to the Kasbah of the Udayas, dating back to the Almohad dynasty. Standing on the south bank of the Bou Regreg estuary, it defended the town from 1666 to 1672. See the 12th-century red ochre ashlar gate flanked by 2 towers, and the oldest mosque in Rabat, the Jamaa El Atiq.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Meknes Medina, Meknes Morocco
We leave Rabat after lunch and drive to the Berber town of Meknes. Formerly the capital of Morocco during the reign of Moulay Ismail, he transformed the town, constructing intricate gateways, beautiful gardens and at 40m the largest ramparts in the country.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Volubilis, Morocco
Next is ancient Roman city of Volubilis. Recently listed as a UNESCO world heritage site and dating back as far as AD40, Volubilis is home to some of the most impressive Roman ruins in North Africa.
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis

Day 3: Fez

Stop At: Fez Mellah, Fes Morocco
After breakfast you will begin our guided tour of the Fes medina, one of the world’s largest walled in cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco. A visit to the King’s Palace, the tanneries, and potters are just a few places you will experience. For lunch you may choose to eat in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the medina. After lunch you will continue the tour and return to your hotel for the evening.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis

Day 4: Ifrane – Cascades d’Ouzoud – Marrakech

Stop At: Ifrane National Park, Ifrane Morocco
After an early breakfast, you will depart for Marrakech via Ifrane, located in the mountains of the Middle Atlas, it is an oasis of freshness and superb greenery: lakes, fountains, the scenery is totally surprising and regenerating for the lovers of landscapes. You feel the freshness once you arrive to Ifrane. Water sources and lakes abound in this region in the heart of a forest of cedars. The chalets with the sloping roof reminds you of Switzerland.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Cascades d’Ouzoud, Ouzoud 23400 Morocco
The beautiful drive will take you up into the Middle Atlas Mountains and along the base of the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ouzoud waterfall. Once in Marrakech, you will check into your hotel and then head off to the Djemaa el-Fna, the centre square of the medina. The famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the centre attractions of Marrakech. Coming alive at night with local storytellers, entertainers, and mouth-watering barbeque pits, the square is well worth the visit. A quiet cup of tea on the terrace of an adjacent cafe provides a spectacular aerial view of the bustling square.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis

Day 5: Marrakesh

Stop At: Jemaa el-Fnaa, 38 Jemaa el-Fna, Rue El Ksour, Marrakech Morocco
Today’s tour of Marrakech begins with a trip to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minaret which has become a symbol of the city. We then visit the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace which hosts intricate and beautiful Arabic craftsmanship in the lively souks around Jemaa El Fna square. Home to many different types of traders these bustling and aromatic streets are uniquely Moroccan. After lunch break, we head to Majorelle Gardens, where the morning light illuminates the vibrant colours of the architecture, set vividly against the lush green vegetation. Continue to Menara Garden for a stroll through the peaceful site.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis

Day 6: Marrakech to Casablanca Departure

Pass By: Old Medina of Casablanca, Place Marishal North-west corner of Place des Nations Unies, Casablanca 20200 Morocco
Your last day of travel will be in Marrakech. Free time will be given in the morning if you want to have some final shopping in Marrakech and you will be driven back to Casablanca in the afternoon. End of our services.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.



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