Imperial Cities of Fez, Meknes, Rabat & Marrakech

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Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in Casablanca

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Casablanca to Rabat & Fez

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Exploring Fez

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Excursion to Volubilis & Meknes

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Fez to Ifrane & Marrakech

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Exploring Marrakech

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Day at Leisure in Marrakech

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Marrakech to Casablanca

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Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

DAY

Arrive in Casablanca

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CASABLANCA AIRPORT – HOTEL

Upon arrival in Casablanca, please proceed through customs and immigration formalities. Our representative will meet you outside of the Arrival Terminal with a sign under your name. We start a brief drive sightseeing of Casablanca, Morocco's largest metropolis and its industrial hub. Highlights include the old French quarter of Habous with its beaches lapped by green-blue water. During your tour, you’ll visit the Hassan II Mosque (exterior visit). The mosque is among the largest in the world with its minaret, the tallest religious structure in the world, and its dimension as it can house as many as 25,000 worshipers! Continue to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Approx drive time: 45 min.

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Dinner

Your Accommodation

Idou Anfa Hotel

Idou Anfa Hotel is situated in the heart of the big metropolis of Casablanca close to the economic centers of the city. This luxurious hotel offers 220 rooms among which 12 are suites. There are a variety of dining options available including a bar. The hotel also offers a beautiful outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a pleasant terrace featuring a snack bar as well as a fitness center, a sauna and a hammam.

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Casablanca to Rabat & Fez

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Casablanca - Rabat - Fez

After breakfast, depart towards Rabat, driving along the main highway which links these two major cities. Embark on a brief tour which highlights Rabat's cultural influences and the superbly preserved relics of its Moorish past. Rabat's most famous site is the 12th-century Hassan Tower (an excellent example of the gorgeous Moroccan style), the incomplete minaret of the great mosque built at the beginning of 12th century. Alongside is the mausoleum dedicated to Mohamed V, the grandfather of the current king. You’ll also enjoy a visit of the Kasbah of the Udayas, which was built on a cliff overlooking the city and the Atlantic Ocean. Its gate is one of the most beautiful illustrations of the Moorish architecture. Within its walls, you'll discover a wonderful Moroccan garden, with melodious fountains and sweet-smelling orange trees. At the conclusion of your sightseeing, continue inland to Fez (~3-hour drive) and to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Approx. drive time: 4 hours.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Barcelo Fes

Barcelo Fes Medina is a contemporary 4-star hotel conveniently located in central Fez, within easy reach of the city's UNESCO-listed historic medina. Modern guest rooms provide a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring, while the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, terrace and fitness facilities. Guests can also enjoy a selection of restaurants and bars offering Moroccan and international flavours, making it a comfortable base from which to discover the cultural and historic treasures of Fez.

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Exploring Fez

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FEZ - City tour

Today you take a step back in time into the Middle Ages with the visit of one of the most imperial, timeless, and untouched cities in the world, the cultural heart of Morocco, Fez El Bali (Old Fez). Enjoy exploring some of the 9,000 narrow lanes and alleys in the souks (open air markets) that make-up the labyrinth of the city's old quarter, originally founded in the 8th century. The Imperial capital was a renowned medieval learning center, and at its heart still remains the Karaouine, one of the oldest, still functioning universities in the world. Nearby is the Attarine Medersa (Koranic college), a jewel of Hispano-Moorish architecture, built in the 14th century. Then you’ll visit the Nejjarine Square, with its beautiful fountain, a mosaic of elaborate tilework, and the fondouq (Caravanserai) that has been converted to a Museum of Carpentry. In the 13th Century the Mérinides Dynasty built Fez El Jdid (New Fez) with its Royal Palace, mosques, madrasas (Koranic schools), souks and the city walls. Most notably, Fez El Jdid is home to the Mellah (Jewish quarter), which provides an interesting insight into Jewish architecture. The wrought iron decorated windows and splendid carved wood balconies of the old mansions are particularly outstanding. One of the most interesting sites in Fez is the leather souk with the oldest leather tannery in the world. The tannery dates back nine centuries. In addition to the tannery, you will visit a clay workshop, the artisan quarters, and other souks. The medieval Medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Barcelo Fes

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Excursion to Volubilis & Meknes

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Fez - Volubilis - Meknes - Fez

After breakfast, we drive to the ancient Berber city of Volubilis (Oualili in Berber) to explore its stunning ruins. Impressive stone arches and columns, some tumbled down and others still standing tall against the vivid blue sky. Only about half of the 40-hectares UNESCO World Heritage site has been excavated. The better-known monuments are in the northern part of the site, farthest from the entrance in the south which are: the Capitol, dedicated to the Triad of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, dated 218AD, the Basilica, and the 1,300 m2 Forum. Pay attention to the floors of what were once family dwellings that are still covered with decorative tile mosaics depicting mythological beings, such as Orpheus charming animals with his lyre and Hercules performing his legendary 12 labors. That so many of these tiles are still in place and exhibiting their colors after centuries of exposure to the elements, is astonishing! Next, we will visit the whitewashed town of Moulay Idriss, about two miles from Volubilis. It sits astride two green hills in a cradle of mountains, where Morocco's first Arab conquerors settled. Then off to the Imperial city of Meknes, the one-time home of the Moroccan sultanate with its Medina all-winding narrow streets and grand buildings that justify its stamp of Imperial City. Remnants of three sets of fortifications, ingeniously incorporated into the city roads network, emphasize its past importance and glory. The king's tomb sits at the heart of what remains of the original city, flanked by an almighty royal granary, and the magnificent Bab el-Mansour. Drive back to Fez for dinner and overnight to the hotel. Approx. drive time: 3 hours.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Barcelo Fes

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Fez to Ifrane & Marrakech

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Fez - Ifrane - Marrakech

Today we experience the natural and wilder landscapes outside Fez: Drive to the high alpine region of Ifrane, filled with cedar and oak forests, and home to the world’s largest population of Barbary macaques, hundreds of animals, birds and the oldest tree in Morocco’s Middle Atlas, the 130-feet Gouraud’s Cedar. The largest cedar forest in the world is found in this park, and several lakes or Dayats abound in the nearby area. The Lion of Ifrane sits majestically in the city center and is certainly one of the most photographed sites of the region. Ifrane feels more like Switzerland with its clean air, scrubbed streets, and leafy outlook. The French built this city in 1930, deliberately trying to re-create an alpine-style resort. It is a popular day trip for picnickers during summer, and the site attracts skiers in the winter. Stop for lunch (own expense). Continue to Marrakech via highway for dinner and overnight at the hotel. Approx drive time: 7 hours.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Grand Plaza Hotel Marrakech

Ideally located across from the train station and the Royal Theatre, Grand Plaza welcomes you for a stay in the heart of Marrakech. Just 5 minutes from the Medina and 10 minutes from the airport, the hotel also offers underground parking for its residents.

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Exploring Marrakech

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MARRAKECH - City tour

After breakfast, enjoy the city tour of Marrakesh, the “Red City”, a majestic place filled with palaces, gardens, markets, and mosques. Upon arrival, you will first stand by the Koutoubia Mosque with its 282 ft minaret, an architectural landmark dating back to the late 12th century. You will continue to the 19th century stunning Bahia Palace and discover the intricate work done by the local artisans to decorate this splendid home built by a powerful Vizir for his Harem. The building includes one hundred and fifty rooms, countless courtyards and interior gardens, a veritable labyrinth of corridors, a Koranic school, hammams, a harem, stables. From there we will start exploring artisan quarters and the colorful Souks to interact with the real life of Marrakech people. Continue to Dar El Bacha Museum of Confluences, built in 1910 and was the residence of Thami El Glaoui, named Pasha of Marrakech by Sultan Moulay Youssef in 1912. It is one of the medina's finest examples of Riad architecture, dripping with Moroccan Zellige (colorful geometric tilework), intricate white plasterwork and heavy carved cedar-wood lintels. Before sunset we will be strolling in the square of which the city is so famed, Jemaa El Fna. Located at the entrance of the Medina, this triangular square is surrounded by restaurants, stands and public buildings, and provides everyday commercial activities and various forms of entertainment. It is a magical circus where fortune tellers, henna artists, fire eaters, snake charmers, dancing wild costumed monkeys, story tellers, hypnotic medicine-men, cross dressers, tooth pullers, musicians including real Gnaoua, and acrobats gather in a cacophonic feast. After the tour, head to your hotel to freshen up. When you are ready, transfer to a local restaurant to enjoy your dinner. Back to your hotel for overnight.

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Breakfast, Dinner

Your Accommodation

Grand Plaza Hotel Marrakech

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Day at Leisure in Marrakech

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Marrakech

Day at leisure or wander on your own. You may want to sign in for one of the following optional activities: Retreat at a modern Berber-style villa and Cooking Class This retreat experience will start by a pickup from your hotel at 10:00AM by our English-speaking driver aboard a deluxe car for a 20-min. drive to the Valley of Ourika. Upon arrival at the entrance to the trail you will switch to a camel/donkey/mule -depending on availability- for transfer to the Bennounas Farm. A welcome drink is served by the Farm hosts, followed with a tour of the property that is surrounded by a spectacular décor with the Atlas Mountains in the background. Enjoy a 20-min. meditation under the tent or in the meditation room (yoga class optional upon request on your own expenses). Light lunch will be served. Swimming pool is available for use (if season permits) and fresh drinks are at your disposal (extra charge for alcohol drinks and wine) or enjoy a breathtaking walk in the surroundings. We will start to prepare for the cooking class at 4PM. First, we’ll pick up vegetables from the garden if season permits, then bring them to the kitchen to begin an immersed experience with the New York Times 3-stars Executive Chef. You will dine on the food you cooked. After dinner, witness the sunset on the terrace of the villa. Moroccan tea or coffee will be served. Return to your hotel. Traditional Hammam and Massage A hammam is a traditional Moroccan Spa. Historically, the hammam was a public bathhouse for the locals to clean off the dirt and grime invariably accumulated after traveling through the desert. Today, the hammam still serves this purpose for the locals, and is brought to a higher level for the tourists. In the hammam, you’ll be submerged by a complete relaxation experience within an authentic oriental décor where you’ll be listening to your own body in an atmosphere filled with water, oils, essences and perfumes. Enjoy a 30-min. scrub done by expert hands with black soap or soothing spices eliminating toxins from your body. After Hammam, sway to the massage room where you will experience a 30-min. traditional Moroccan massage to eliminate tensions and gain energy and vitality. A tea is served in the relaxing room before you leave. Cooking Class and Dinner At 4PM, you’ll be picked up at the hotel for a unique gastronomic experience, at The Bennounas Farm, in the Ourika Valley. The cooking class takes place on the terrasse of a modern Berber-style villa, in a spectacular setting with the Atlas Mountains in the background. The 3-stars New York Times Chef Azzeddine Bennouna and his wife Marie will greet you in their property where you will discover the secrets of the Moroccan cuisine. The food you prepared will be served for dinner with a glass of wine. This activity includes a tour of the property with picking fresh produces from the garden if season permits; a traditional welcome tea session; a bread making demonstration done by a native Berber woman; and the preparation of a Moroccan dish. While the food is cooking, you are welcome to jump in the pool -if season permits! After dinner, back to your hotel for overnight.

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Grand Plaza Hotel Marrakech

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Marrakech to Casablanca

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MARRAKECH – CASABLANCA AIRPORT

After breakfast, we will assist you to the airport for your return flight.

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Breakfast

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Sunset over Fez

Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca

Atlas Mountains

Spices & Ceramics

Old city wall, Marrakech

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Place

Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

MarrakechMostly Sunny

31°C / 88°F

7mm / 0.3"

FezMostly Sunny

28°C / 83°F

11mm / 0.4"

CasablancaMostly Sunny

29°C / 84°F

11mm / 0.4"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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Queenie Hou

Destination Specialist

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The country has a diverse cuisine that not only combines spices to build dishes, but is designed to complement local heritage and traditions. Make sure you try harira soup and a fragrant gladd of mint tea!

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Bijal Kana

Destination Specialist

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A riad is a traditional Moroccan houses or palaces with an interior courtyard/garden. They are very authentic and I recommend staying in one for a unique experience.<br>

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Bijal Kana

Destination Specialist

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I recommend experiencing a hammam, riding through the dunes on a camel, and spending the night in the desert. Along with other activities like souk shopping and cooking classes.

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