Culture & Heritage
8-Day Imperial Cities of Morocco Tour
Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez and Marrakech: Morocco's imperial cities and the blue town of Chefchaouen in one cultural journey.
- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Price
- Price on request
- Start
- Casablanca
- End
- Marrakech
- Style
- Private available
Overview
Each of Morocco's imperial cities was once the capital under a different dynasty, and together they tell the story of the country. The tour mixes guided visits with free time, so you enjoy both the history and the atmosphere.
The route starts on the Atlantic coast in Casablanca, goes north to Rabat and Chefchaouen, continues through Volubilis and Meknes to Fez, and ends in Marrakech.
- Multi-Day
- Cultural
- Private
Highlights
- The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- The Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat
- The blue town of Chefchaouen
- Roman Volubilis and Meknes
- A guided visit of the Fez medina
- The medina and gardens of Marrakech
Itinerary
- Day1
Airport pickup, then a visit to the Hassan II Mosque and a drive along the Corniche.
- Stay
- Hotel in Casablanca
- Day2
In Rabat we visit the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas, then continue to Chefchaouen.
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- Stay
- Riad in Chefchaouen
- Driving
- Approx. 5 hours
- Day3
A relaxed day in the blue town, with an optional walk up to the Spanish Mosque.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Chefchaouen
- Day4
We visit the Roman site of Volubilis and the imperial gates of Meknes on the way to Fez.
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- Stay
- Riad in Fez
- Driving
- Approx. 5 hours with stops
- Day5
A guided visit of the medieval medina with its tanneries, madrasas and craft workshops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Fez
- Day6
A scenic drive through the Middle Atlas to Marrakech.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Marrakech
- Driving
- Approx. 8 hours
- Day7
A guided visit of the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and the souks, with the evening at Jemaa el-Fna.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Marrakech
- Day8
Free time, then a transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included / Not included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation in hotels and riads
- Daily breakfast and selected dinners
- Official local guides in Fez and Marrakech
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and kasbahs
- Local guides in cities (available on request)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Accommodation
Selected riads and hotels in each city; upgrades are available on request.
Transportation
A private air-conditioned vehicle (4x4, minivan or car depending on group size) with an experienced local driver. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad are included.
Route map
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Stops on this route
Tour questions
Yes. Every itinerary can be arranged as a private trip with your own vehicle and driver. Choose "Private" in the form or write to us on WhatsApp.
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