Grand Tour of Morocco: A Comprehensive 11-Day Exploration
Tour snapshot
11 Days
Kingdom Of Morocco
Casablanca
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Overview
Embark on an extensive 11-day journey through Morocco, starting in the vibrant city of Casablanca. Discover the architectural marvel of the Hassan II Mosque, explore the city's bustling markets and historic quarters, and then travel to Rabat to see its impressive landmarks including the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of Oudayas. Continue to the ancient cities of Meknes and Fez, where you’ll experience the rich history and cultural heritage of Morocco, from Roman ruins to medieval medinas.
Travel through the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert, with stops in Erfoud, Tineghir, and Ouarzazate, visiting the breathtaking Todra Gorges and the famed Aït Benhaddou Kasbah. Explore the vibrant city of Marrakesh, with its lively souks, majestic palaces, and iconic gardens. Finish your tour with visits to Essaouira and Oualidia before returning to Casablanca. This grand tour offers a deep dive into Morocco's diverse regions, from historic cities to stunning natural landscapes.
What's Included
Hotels used during the tour or similar :
| Cities | Comfort 4 |
Superior 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Casablanca | Idou Anfa | Palace d’anfa |
| Rabat | Belere | La Tour Hassan |
| Fez | Atlas Saïss Fes | Palais medina |
| Erfoud | Belere | Xaluca 4* |
| Ouarzazate | Le Berbere Palace 5* | Le Berbere Palace |
| Marrakesh | Adam Park & Spa | Kenzi Rose Garden |
| Essaouira | Atlas Essaouira & Spa 5* | Le Medina Essaouira by M’Gallery |
Itinerary
Arrival at Casablanca Mohamed V airport. Welcome, Assistance and transfer to the hotel in Casablanca. Check-in. Dinner and overnight.
Morning visit of Casablanca, the economical capital of Morocco : the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the Mohamed V and United Nations squares, the Central Market, the Habbous quarter and the residential area of Anfa. Stroll along the Aïn Diab seaside. Independent lunch. Departure to Rabat : visit of the administrative capital of Morocco with the Hassan tower, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the medina. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Departure to Fez with the visit of the Roman ruins of Volubilis . Continue to Meknes. Independent lunch. Visit of the city formerly known as «the Moroccan Versaille», Bab Mansour, the most preserved gate in Morocco the old media. Arrival in Fez. Check-in. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
The whole day is dedicated to the sightseeing of Fez : visit of the medieval medina, the medersas, the karaouine mosque and the famous Nejjarine Fountain. Independent lunch. Continuation of the visit through the old medina. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Departure to Midelt via Azrou. Independent lunch. Continuation through Midelt, Ziz River and series of fortified villages. Arrival in Erfoud and check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation. Optional : Excursion by Toyota Land Cruiser or Bivouac night at Merzouga dunes.
: Departure to Tineghir via Rissani. Visit of the ruins of Ksar Abbar and through the Tinjdad road, arrival at Todra Gorges. Independent lunch. Continuation to Ouarzazate via El Kelâa M´gouna and the Dades valley. Arrival in Ouarzazate. Check-in. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
: Visit of Ouarzazate with Tifoult and Taourirt Kasbahs. Then departure to Aït Ben Haddou village. Independent lunch. Visit of the ruins of this ancient Kasbah, Continuation via the Tiz-In-Tichka pass and Taddert to Marrakesh. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
The entire day will be spent visiting Marrakesh : the museum Dar si said, the Koutoubia, the Bahia palace and the Menara gardens. Independent lunch. Visit of the souks, and the Djemaâ El Fna square. Retum to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Departure to Essaouira. Independent lunch. Visit of the city. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Departure to Casablanca via El Jadida with a stop at Oualidia. Independent lunch. Continuation along the Atlantic coast to reach El Jadida for an orientation tour. Arrival in Casablanca. Check-in at the hotel; Dinner and overnight.
Departure transfer to Mohamed V airport for the return flight. Assistance with the boarding formalities.
