Imperial Cities & Desert Grand Tour - 11 Days
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Guide Language
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish
Group Size
4 - 10
Description
Itinerary
Casablanca → Rabat
Guided morning tour of Hassan II Mosque, Chellah necropolis, Kasbah des Oudaias, Andalusian Gardens, Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Rabat → Chefchaouen
Hike to the Akchour waterfalls, explore the blue‑washed medina, Plaza Outa el‑Hammam, Grand Mosque and sunset from the abandoned Spanish Mosque.
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Visit the UNESCO‑listed Roman ruins at Volubilis, Bab al‑Mansour gate and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes, then view the Merenid tombs and city panorama of Fes.
Fes City Exploration
Guided tour of Fes el‑Bali medina via Bab Boujeloud, souks, Chouara tannery, Al‑Qarawiyyin Mosque & Library, Batha Museum, Andalusian gardens, Mellah Jewish quarter and Jnan Sbil gardens.
Fes → Merzouga (Sahara)
Cross the Middle Atlas via Col du Zad, spot Barbary macaques, learn fossil mining in Erfoud, then camel trek into Erg Chebbi, sunset dune climb and dinner at a desert camp.
Merzouga → Todra Gorge
Sunrise in the desert, visit Khemliya Saharan village for drumming and dancing, explore Rissani market, view Tinerhir oasis and walk along the Todra Gorge and river.
Todra Gorge → Aït Benhaddou
Stop at Kela’a M’gouna rose gardens, learn about rose‑water production, then explore the UNESCO ksar of Aït Benhaddou and enjoy dinner with valley views.
Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech → Casablanca
Cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka, view Mount Toubkal, visit an argan‑oil cooperative, then a horse‑drawn carriage tour of Marrakech’s medina, souks, Koutoubia Mosque and Saadian Tombs before returning to Casablanca.
Casablanca → Rabat
Guided morning tour of Hassan II Mosque, Chellah necropolis, Kasbah des Oudaias, Andalusian Gardens, Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Rabat → Chefchaouen
Hike to the Akchour waterfalls, explore the blue‑washed medina, Plaza Outa el‑Hammam, Grand Mosque and sunset from the abandoned Spanish Mosque.
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Visit the UNESCO‑listed Roman ruins at Volubilis, Bab al‑Mansour gate and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes, then view the Merenid tombs and city panorama of Fes.
Fes City Exploration
Guided tour of Fes el‑Bali medina via Bab Boujeloud, souks, Chouara tannery, Al‑Qarawiyyin Mosque & Library, Batha Museum, Andalusian gardens, Mellah Jewish quarter and Jnan Sbil gardens.
Fes → Merzouga (Sahara)
Cross the Middle Atlas via Col du Zad, spot Barbary macaques, learn fossil mining in Erfoud, then camel trek into Erg Chebbi, sunset dune climb and dinner at a desert camp.
Merzouga → Todra Gorge
Sunrise in the desert, visit Khemliya Saharan village for drumming and dancing, explore Rissani market, view Tinerhir oasis and walk along the Todra Gorge and river.
Todra Gorge → Aït Benhaddou
Stop at Kela’a M’gouna rose gardens, learn about rose‑water production, then explore the UNESCO ksar of Aït Benhaddou and enjoy dinner with valley views.
Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech → Casablanca
Cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka, view Mount Toubkal, visit an argan‑oil cooperative, then a horse‑drawn carriage tour of Marrakech’s medina, souks, Koutoubia Mosque and Saadian Tombs before returning to Casablanca.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you pick-up and drop off at the airport on the first and last days? Day 1 we would arrive at 10:45 am so out by 11:30am. In which cities do we get a Local guide. Many of the descriptions make it sound like we would be wandering on our own. Are entrance fees to all the attractions included ? Are Breakfasts and dinners included? Accommodations are not listed?
Yes, airport pick-up and drop-off are included. On Day 1, we will meet you at the airport after your arrival at 10:45 am (approximately 11:30 am exit time). On the last day, a private transfer to the airport will be arranged according to your departure time. This is not a self-guided tour. You will be accompanied throughout the trip by a private English-speaking driver. In addition, licensed local guides are included in the Imperial Cities: * Casablanca (Hassan II Mosque) * Rabat * Fes * Marrakech If you would like a local guide in any other city, this can be arranged upon request. Entrance fees to all monuments and attractions mentioned in the itinerary are included, including the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and historical sites in Fes and Marrakech. Accommodation is included for all 11 nights in carefully selected riads and hotels, based on double occupancy. Accommodation category (standard, superior, or luxury) can be customized according to your preference. Daily breakfasts are included throughout the trip. Dinners are included only during the desert camp stay. Lunches and dinners in cities are not included, giving you the freedom to choose restaurants (recommendations will be provided)
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