Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Discovery Tour from Marrakech

Product Code: 671052

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    Fantastic introduction to Morocco's imperial cities
    Discover Sahara Desert & the Atlas Mountain
     
Tour Code
671052
Duration
10 day
Departure City
Marrakesh
End City
Marrakesh
Language
English, French

Itinerary

This 10 days tour will introduce you to all what Morocco has to offer. You will visit most of Morocco's historic imperial cities as well as the Atlas mountains, desert with great food & hospitality.
Day 01
Marrakesh

Arrive into Marrakech. Transfer to hotel

Hotel: Hotel Ibis Marrakech or similar

Meal: B:Included

Upon arrival our staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Marrakech. You will check into your hotel and then head off to the Djemaa el-Fna, the center square of the medina. The famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the center attractions of Marrakech. Coming alive at night with local storytellers, entertainers, and mouth-watering barbeque pits, the square is well worth the visit. A quiet cup of tea on the terrace of an adjacent cafe provides a spectacular aerial view of the bustling square.

Visiting Attractions

  • Jama El f’na Market Jama El f’na Market

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 02
Marrakesh

Marrakech

Hotel: Hotel Ibis Marrakech or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today's tour of Marrakech begins with a trip to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minaret which has become a symbol of the city. We then visit the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace which hosts intricate and beautiful Arabic craftsmanship in the lively souks around Jemaa El Fna square. Home to many different types of traders these bustling and aromatic streets are uniquely Moroccan. After lunch break, we head to Majorelle Gardens, where the morning light illuminates the vibrant colours of the architecture, set vividly against the lush green vegetation. Continue to Menara Garden for a stroll through the peaceful site.

Visiting Attractions

  • Jama El f’na Market Jama El f’na Market
  • Bahia Palace - Historical Visits Bahia Palace - Historical Visits
  • Saadien's Tombs Saadien's Tombs
  • El Badii Palace Extrance El Badii Palace Extrance
  • 馬拉喀什市集 馬拉喀什市集
  • Jardin Majorelle Jardin Majorelle
  • Menara Gardens Menara Gardens

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 03
Casablanca

Casablanca

Hotel: Ibis Casablanca City Centre Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

After breakfast we leave Marrakech behind and head to the coastal city of Casablanca. We'll have a day of sightseeing. Walk around the Habous district, where the small squares and narrow arcade streets provide a fine example of contemporary city planning mixed with the maze-like streets of the traditional medina. Continue towards United Nations Place and the majestic Mohammed V Square. Then, go to the lively Central Market and the surrounding Royal Palace. Explore the colorful Habous Quarter and the Mehkma (Tribunal). Visit the Notre Dame de Lourdes cathedral and the famous Hassan II Mosque to experience 2 religious epicenters of the city. End with a pleasant stroll through the residential area of Anfa and shop in the newly built Morocco Mall on the seafront.

Visiting Attractions

  • Hassan II Mosque Hassan II Mosque
  • Rick's Café Rick's Café
  • Mahkama du Pacha Mahkama du Pacha
  • Eglise Notre Dame De Lourdes Eglise Notre Dame De Lourdes
  • Habous market Habous market

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 04
Rabat

Rabat, Meknes & Volubilis

Hotel: Ibis Rabat Agdal or similar

Meal: B:Included

This morning we journey to the capital Rabat. Strategically located on the Atlantic coastline, Rabat began as a settlement in the third century BC. We will enjoy a full day tour of the old city including visits to the Royal Palace, Ouadaya Gardens Kasbah and the Hassan Tower Mosque. After lunch, your driver will take you on a drive through a tour of the imperial city of Meknes and the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. Then you will head to Fes in the evening. Overnight stay in Fez.

Visiting Attractions

  • Hassan Tower Hassan Tower
  • Chellah Chellah
  • Kasbah of the Udayas Kasbah of the Udayas
  • Bab Mansour Laleuj Bab Mansour Laleuj
  • Conservation du site Archeologique de Volubilis Conservation du site Archeologique de Volubilis

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 05
Fes

Fes

Hotel: Hotel ibis Moussafir Fes or similar

Meal: B:Included

After breakfast you will begin our guided tour of the Fes medina, one of the world’s largest walled in cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco. A visit to the King’s Palace, the tanneries, and potters are just a few places you will experience. For lunch you may choose to eat in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the medina. After lunch you will continue the tour and return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Fez.

Visiting Attractions

  • Blue Gate Blue Gate
  • Al Attarine Madrasa Al Attarine Madrasa
  • Mosque and University Karaouiyn Mosque and University Karaouiyn
  • Dar Batha Dar Batha
  • Chouara Tannery Chouara Tannery
  • Fès Market Fès Market

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 06
Ouzoud

Ouzoud Waterfalls

Hotel: Hotel Ibis Marrakech or similar

Meal: B:Included

After an early breakfast, you will depart for Marrakech. The beautiful drive will take you up into the MIddle Atlas Mountains and along the base of the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ouzoud waterfall. Once in Marrakech, you will check into your hotel and then head off to the Djemaa el-Fna, the center square of the medina. The famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the center attractions of Marrakech. Coming alive at night with local storytellers, entertainers, and mouth-watering barbeque pits, the square is well worth the visit. A quiet cup of tea on the terrace of an adjacent cafe provides a spectacular aerial view of the bustling square. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Visiting Attractions

  • Ouzoud Waterfalls Ouzoud Waterfalls

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 07

Merzouga Sahara Desert

Hotel: Merzouga Desert Camp or similar

Meal: B:Included D:Included

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take the road to the Toudra Gorge, which consists of high limestone cliffs that have been hollowed out for millennia. This wonderful site is also the delight of climbing enthusiasts. The journey will continue to the fascinating dunes of Merzouga. It is a village that marks the beginning of the Sahara. At this stage, vehicles will be replaced by camels to enjoy a traditional camel ride o the camp. You will cross the dunes and admire the sunset and the colors in perpetual evolution. After a traditional dinner with Berber rhythms, you will spend the night under the stars in a nomad tent in the middle of the desert.

Visiting Attractions

  • Merzouga Desert Merzouga Desert

Meal

  • B:Included
  • D:Included
Day 08
Ait Benhaddou

Kasbah Ait Benhaddou & Dades Valley

Hotel: Dades Boulemane Guest House or similar

Meal: B:Included D:Included

This morning journey along mountain roads and over Morocco's highest pass, Tizi n'Tichka (2,260 metres), to Ait Benhaddou on the edges of the Sahara (approximately 6 hours). Perched on a hilltop and almost unchanged since the 11th century, Ait Benhaddou is one of Morocco's most iconic site. It was once an important stop for caravans passing through as they carried salt across the Sahara, returning with gold, ivory and slaves. Today its grand kasbah has been listed as a World Heritage site, with its fortified village being a fine example of clay architecture.

Visiting Attractions

  • Kasbah Ait BenHadda Kasbah Ait BenHadda
  • Dadès Vallei Dadès Vallei

Meal

  • B:Included
  • D:Included
Day 09
Ouarzazate

Marrakech via Ouarzazate

Hotel: Hotel Ibis Marrakech or similar

Meal: B:Included

Wake early to watch the sunrise before breakfast (optional). Then, ride your camel back to the main road then head back to Marrakech. Stop half-way for lunch in Ouarzazate and visit the famous Taourirt kasbah in Morocco and tour the Atlas Film studios before heading back to Marrakech while enjoying the spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N'Tichka pass, which at 7,415 feet is the highest pass in northern Africa. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Visiting Attractions

  • Atlas Studio Atlas Studio
  • Taourirt Kasbah Taourirt Kasbah

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 10

Marrakech - End of our services

Hotel: Hotel Ibis Marrakech or similar

Meal: B:Included

Your day is free today to explore Marrakech further, and perhaps do some final souvenir shopping before we transfer you to Marrakech airport for your departure flight.

Meal

  • B:Included
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    3* Hotels on Bed & Breakfast Basis
    Professional Local Guides
    All transport and transfers
    24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
    Free onboard Wifi

Package Excludes

    Lunches and Dinners
    Monuments Entry Fees

Cancellation Policy

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  • 22 - 45 Days Prior to Departure Date - 75% of total purchase amount can be refunded

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