GENERAL INFO
TRAVEL IDEAS
- South & Kasbahs
- Moroccan Imperial Cities
- Grand Tour of Morocco
Rabat
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Morocco Independent Travel Ideas
Moroccan Imperial Cities
8 days
This Tour offers an insight to the various cultures of Morocco as we experience the charm of Marrakech, the spiritual of Fez and the sophistication of Casablanca. Throughout we will enjoy hotels and some of Morocco's best foods and scenic wonders.
Casablanca, the business capital of Morocco
Day 1. Arrive Casablanca. Upon arrival at Mohamed V Airport in Casablanca you will be met by Goway's local representatives and transferred to your hotel in city centre. D
Hotel Idou Anfa (F) / Golden Tulip Farah (D)
Day 2. Casablanca/Rabat. After breakfast, enjoy a coach tour of Casablanca, the business capital of the kingdom. Lunch (own account) in Casablanca before departing for Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco. Late afternoon arrival in Rabat. BD
Rihab (F) / Golden Tulip Farah (D)
Day 3. Rabat/Meknes/Fes. Breakfast then depart for Meknes and where you will tour this "Moroccan Versailles". Meknes was founded at the end of the 17th century by Moulay Ismail, a contemporary of Louis XIV. Lunch (own account) in Meknes or Moulay Idriss the holy city or facing Volubilis ruins. After lunch continue to Fes. BD
Ramada (F) /Jnan Palace or Les Merinides (D) (2 nights)
Day 4. Discovering Fes. Today will be devoted to discovering Fes, the oldest of the Imperial Cities, which is well known for its spiritual and educational contributions to the Moroccan culture. Visit of the medieval Medina. You will also explore the famous souks where craftsmen still work in the age-old oriental tradition. Lunch is on your own at leisure. Continue sightseeing in the afternoon. BD
Day 5. Fes/Marrakech. Early breakfast before departing for Marrakech via Immouzer du Kandar, a Berber village, Ifrane, a delightful ski resort, and Azrou, a Berber village known for its handicraft cooperative famous for its wood carving and carpet weaving.
Lunch (own account) in Beni Mellal, then continue to Marrakech where you will arrive late afternoon.
Ryad Mogador Kasbah (F) / Ryad Mogador Menara (D) (2 nights)
Day 6. Marrakech. After breakfast, the entire day will be devoted to sightseeing in Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial City and definitely the "Pearl of the South". You will visit the famous Saadian Tombs, Menara Gardens, Koutoubia mosque, and Bahia Palace. After lunch (own account), continue with sightseeing in the souks and the famous Djemma El Fna square. Optional dinner show in the evening Chez Ali, with a fantasia and folklore music bands (must be pre-booked). BD
Day 7. Marrakech/Casablanca. You will have the morning at leisure in Marrakech, whether it be last minute shopping at the fabulous souks or simply relaxing by the poolside at your hotel. Early afternoon depart for Casablanca, where you will overnight. BD
Hotel Idou Anfa (F) / Golden Tulip Farah (D)
Day 8. Depart Casablanca Airport. After breakfast you will be transferred to airport for your return flight. B
DEPARTURES:
Saturdays (minimum 4 people)
PRICES:
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PRICE INCLUDES:
7 nights accommodation with private facilities, roundtrip airport transfers, meals as described by BLD, services of an English speaking driver/guide throughout, air-conditioned vehicle adapted to the number of persons (17-seat coach for 6-8 people or 6 seat minivan for 2-4 people, sightseeing with entrance fees to main monuments, local and government taxes.
