6 Days Tour From Casablanca to Rabat – Fes – Marrakech
Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat
Arrival at Casablanca Mohammed V airport. Welcome and assistance at the airport, and sightseeing tour of Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco. We will visit the exterior of the Hassan II Great Mosque, one of the Islamic world’s greatest monuments, followed by a visit to the Place Mohammed V, the United Nations Square, and the surroundings of the Royal Palace, before strolling along the Ain Diab cornice. Independent lunch in a restaurant of your choice (suggestions will be provided). Departure to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco. In Rabat we will visit the splendid Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower and the Place des Oudayas. Late in the afternoon, check-
Day 2: Rabat – Meknes – Fes
After breakfast, we will depart to Fès with a stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the sacred town of Moulay Idriss I, where the founder of Islam in Morocco is buried. Independent lunch and departure to Meknès, which was founded at the end of the 17th Century by Moulay Ismail and is known as “the Moroccan Versailles”. Highlights will include Bab Mansour, Hari Souani and the old medina. We will then continue to Fès and check-
Day 3 : Fes – Fes
The whole day will be devoted to the sightseeing of Fès, the oldest cultural and spiritual imperial city of Morocco, founded in 790 B.C by Moulay Idriss II. Highlights will include the medieval Medina, the Medersas (an Islamic teaching university), the El Qaraouiyyin Mosque and the sumptuous Nejjarine fountain. Independent lunch followed by a visit to the “Arabian House” to observe various craftsmen performing their work reminiscent of ancient practices. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 : Fes – Beni Mellal – Marrakech
After breakfast, we will depart to Marrakech passing by Immouzer El Kander and Azrou, a Berber village known for its handicrafts cooperative. We will continue this scenic drive through the lovely, wooded mountainous region of the mid-
Day 5 : Marrakech – Marrakech
The morning will be devoted to the sightseeing of Marrakech, the second oldest imperial city known as the “Pearl of the South” and home to the Saadian tomps, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace and the Menara Gardens. We will return to the hotel for lunch. The afternoon will be spent exploring the souk and the world’s famous Djemaa el Fna place with its various entertainments, such as storytellers, acrobats, snake-
Day 6 : Marrakech – Marrakech
Free time to continue discover many places that make up the city : One of the four imperial cities of Morocco. Famous for having numerous monuments recognized as a World Heritage Site, with its famous square Jemaa el Fna . You can go different and characteristic neighborhoods , modern city Gueliz , Palmeraie, Mellah ( the Jewish quarter ) … or carried away through the winding streets of the Medina , to Jmaa el Fna Square , the scene of countless outdoor activities : jugglers , musicians, fakirs , snake charmers , jugglers … to wake all your senses with its multiple sounds , aromas , flavors and colors that characterize it. Holiday riad .
Day 6: Marrakech – Casablanca /airport
The morning will be free for leisure, personal exploration or relaxation. Independent lunch. In the afternoon, we will depart to Casablanca via Settat.