Northern Morocco & Imperial Cities

8 daysCasablanca — Rabat — Tangier — Chefchaouen — Fez — Marrakech
A traditional blue courtyard in Chefchaouen after the rain

A journey from north to south through the cities that tell Morocco's story: the Atlantic coast, the Mediterranean gateway, the blue medina, the Roman legacy, and the imperial capitals.

The journey, day by day

Discover the places, visits and stays that shape each day.

Day 1

Casablanca

Arrival at Casablanca airport and welcome by our representative. Transfer to the hotel and time to rest. Depending on the arrival time, there may be an opportunity for a short panoramic tour of the city, including the Corniche and the exterior of Hassan II Mosque.

Overnight in Casablanca

Day 2

Casablanca — Rabat — Tangier

Depart for Rabat, Morocco's administrative capital. Visit Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Kasbah of the Udayas, and the exterior of the Royal Palace.

Continue to Tangier, at the country's northern edge and a meeting point between Africa and Europe.

Overnight in Tangier

Day 3

Tangier — Tetouan — Chefchaouen

In the morning, explore Tangier's old medina, the Grand Socco, and the city's principal landmarks.

Continue to Tetouan, known as the White Dove, to discover its charming UNESCO-listed medina. In the afternoon, travel to Chefchaouen and walk through its picturesque medina of white and blue houses.

Overnight in Chefchaouen

Day 4

Chefchaouen — Volubilis — Meknes — Fez

Depart for Volubilis, one of Morocco's most important Roman archaeological sites, renowned for its mosaics and historic remains.

Continue to Meknes, one of the four Imperial Cities, to discover its principal monuments, including Bab Mansour and the medina. Continue to Fez.

Overnight in Fez

Day 5

Fez

A full day devoted to Fez, regarded as Morocco's spiritual and cultural capital. Visit the medina of Fez el-Bali, its souks, madrasas, fountains, and principal monuments.

See the exterior of Al Quaraouiyine University and visit the tanners' quarter. In the afternoon, tour Fez el-Jdid and the exterior of the Royal Palace.

Overnight in Fez

Day 6

Fez — Beni Mellal — Marrakech

Depart for Marrakech across the Middle Atlas. Stop in Beni Mellal for a short break and time to enjoy the landscape. Continue through rural areas and changing scenery to Marrakech. Arrival, transfer to the hotel, and time at leisure.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 7

Marrakech

A full day devoted to Marrakech, the Red City. Visit Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the medina.

Walk through the souks to the famous Jemaa el-Fna square. Time at leisure to enjoy the atmosphere of the city.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 8

Marrakech — Airport

Time at leisure until the transfer to Marrakech airport for the return flight. End of our services.

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