Imperial Morocco Tour and Desert Wonders

Welcome at Mohammed V Airport by the staff. Brief presentation of the tour during the transfer to the hotel. Check-in, dinner and overnight stay.

Note: The hotel restaurant closes at 10:30 PM. Dinner cannot be served in the room.

Culture

60%

Nature

30%

History

50%

Food

20%

After a pleasant breakfast, departure to discover Casablanca, the vibrant economic capital of Morocco. The visit includes the city's main landmarks: Mohammed V Square, the administrative and modern heart of the city, the exterior of the majestic Hassan II Mosque overlooking the ocean, the elegant residential district of Anfa, the characteristic Habous District with its traditional architecture and the exterior of the Royal Palace.

Optional (full board basis): fish lunch in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, continuation to Rabat, the elegant administrative capital of the country, where you will visit the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the charming Kasbah of the Udayas, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the famous Hassan Tower, one of the city’s historic landmarks.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

50%

Nature

40%

History

50%

Food

30%

Departure towards Meknes, one of the most fascinating imperial cities of Morocco, known as the Ismaili capital and famous for its impressive walls stretching over 40 km. The visit includes the monumental Bab Mansour, considered one of the most beautiful gates in Morocco, and the ancient Jewish Quarter, a testimony to the city’s rich multicultural history.

Optional (full board basis): lunch in a typical Moroccan restaurant.

Continuation to the spectacular Roman ruins of Volubilis, one of the most important archaeological sites in North Africa, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous for its mosaics, columns and remarkably preserved ancient buildings.

Stop in the holy town of Moulay Idriss, a place of pilgrimage and spiritual symbol of Morocco, set among the hills with an authentic atmosphere and beautiful views.

Arrival in Fez, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

50%

History

60%

Adventure

20%

Food

40%

A full day dedicated to discovering Fez, considered the spiritual and cultural capital of Morocco. The visit begins in the fascinating medieval Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a maze of alleys, souks, artisan workshops and historic buildings rich in charm and history.

The tour continues with the beautiful Bou Anania Medersa, a masterpiece of Moroccan Islamic architecture, the famous Nejjarine Fountain and the Foundouq Nejjarine, now transformed into the Museum of Wood Arts and Crafts.

The day goes on with the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum and the exterior of the historic Karaouine Mosque, considered one of the oldest universities in the Islamic world.

Optional (full board basis): Moroccan lunch in a traditional restaurant inside the Medina.

In the afternoon, visit of the esplanade of the Royal Palace, famous for its magnificent golden gate, followed by a visit to Fez Jdid, the more modern and monumental part of the city.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

50%

Nature

70%

History

50%

Food

60%

Departure for Marrakech through some of the most fascinating landscapes of the Middle Atlas. The route passes through the Berber village of Immouzer Kandar and the charming town of Ifrane, known for its elegant atmosphere, cedar forests and alpine-style architecture.

During the winter season, in case of bad weather, the itinerary may be modified through Meknes, Adaroch, agricultural and cattle farming areas, Mrirert and Khenifra, still offering authentic scenery and views of rural Moroccan life.

Optional (full board basis): lunch and relaxation in Beni Mellal, one of the most important agricultural centers of Morocco, located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains and surrounded by green landscapes and cultivated fields.

Arrival in Marrakech, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

50%

Nature

30%

History

50%

Food

30%

Visit of historic Marrakech, one of the most fascinating cities in Morocco, famous for its elegant palaces, historic monuments and the lively atmosphere of its ancient Medina.

The day includes a visit to the refined Bahia Palace, famous for its decorated courtyards and mosaics, the majestic Koutoubia Minaret, symbol of the city, and the charming Menara Gardens, surrounded by olive groves and views of the Atlas Mountains.

Optional (full board basis): lunch in a local restaurant inside the Medina.

In the afternoon, exploration of the famous Jamaa El Fna Square, the beating heart of Marrakech, surrounded by colorful souks, artisan workshops, spice scents and authentic atmospheres.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

50%

History

50%

Relax

50%

Food

50%

Free day to enjoy Marrakech at your own pace, relaxing, taking individual visits or shopping through the narrow streets of the historic Medina and the colorful souks of the city.

You can stroll among artisan shops, spice markets, fabrics, lamps, ceramics and typical Moroccan products, immersing yourself in the authentic and lively atmosphere of the city.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Note: Today's lunch is not included in the full board supplement.

Culture

50%

Nature

80%

History

60%

Food

30%

Breakfast and early morning departure for Ouarzazate along the spectacular road crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters above sea level, through the Atlas Mountains, Berber villages and breathtaking landscapes.

Along the route, visit to the fascinating Kasbah of Telouet, the former residence of the lords of the Atlas and an important stop on the ancient caravan route linking Marrakech to the Sahara. Free time for lunch.

Continuation to Ait Benhaddou, an extraordinary fortified village declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and considered one of the best-preserved ksars in southern Morocco. Its red-earth walls and decorated towers have served as a backdrop for many international films and productions.

Arrival in Ouarzazate, known as the “gateway to the desert”, and panoramic tour of the city with a stop in front of the famous Kasbah of Taourirt, one of the most iconic landmarks of southern Morocco.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Culture

60%

Nature

80%

History

50%

Adventure

40%

After breakfast, departure for Taznakht, a town famous throughout Morocco for the production of its traditional Berber carpets, handmade using ancient artisan techniques.

Continuation south to Agdz, gateway to the Draa Valley, where the road linking Ouarzazate to Zagora is joined once again.

The route between Agdz and Zagora crosses spectacular landscapes dotted with palm groves, red-earth villages and numerous kasbahs, many of which are now in ruins but still rich in charm and testimony to the caravan history of southern Morocco.

Free lunch along the route.

Arrival in the Tizi Desert, about 12 km from Zagora, for an authentic experience among dunes, silence and spectacular sunsets. Dinner and overnight stay in a charming desert camp.

Culture

30%

Nature

80%

History

30%

Adventure

60%

After breakfast, return to Ouarzazate following the same road to Agdz, once again crossing the stunning landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, among Berber villages, palm groves and desert scenery.

The route offers spectacular views over the Draa Valley and the ancient red-earth kasbahs that characterize southern Morocco.

Stop in Ouarzazate around midday with free time for lunch and relaxation before continuing the journey.

In the afternoon, departure for Marrakech along the national road crossing once again the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, surrounded by mountains, gorges and breathtaking Atlas landscapes.

Arrival in Marrakech, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Transfer to Marrakech Airport in time for the return flight. Assistance during departure formalities, check-in and airport procedures until boarding.