Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive Casablanca, Morocco
Arrive at Casablanca airport and transfer to your luxury hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Casablanca
Meals: –
DAY 2: Casablanca | Fez via Meknes
Explore the towering Hassan II Mosque, a wildly intricate building that holds 25,000 worshipers. Soaring above the ocean, its minaret stands as the tallest religious structure in the world. Proceed to the city of Meknes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s imperial cities. Built in the 17th century by the powerful sultan Moulay Ismail. Lunch at a luxury restaurant. Continue to Fez, arriving at day’s end at your luxury hotel.
Overnight in Fez
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 3: Fez | The Medieval City
Step back in time into remarkably untouched Fez EL-Bali (“Old Fez”), the cultural heart of Morocco. Wander among the 9,000 lanes, alleys, and souks that shape its old quarter, where locals conduct their day-to-day business. Later, discover Fez EL-Jadid (“New Fez”), home to the Mellah, the old Jewish quarter, with its wrought iron-decorated windows and carved wood balconies.
Overnight in Fez
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 4: Rabat | Roman Ruins of Volubilis
After breakfast, drive to Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Morocco’s largest and most impressive Roman ruins, with excellently preserved mosaics. Continue to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, and view the 12th-century Moorish Hassan Tower. Visit the Mohammed II Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco, and visit Oudayas Kasbah; its gate is considered among the most beautiful in the Moorish world.
Overnight in Rabat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 5: Marrakech | The “Red City”
Drive to Marrakech, arriving in the afternoon. Considered the “Pearl of the South,” Marrakech was once the capital of an empire that stretched from Spain to Senegal and is known as the “Red City” for the distinctive hues of its brick buildings.
Overnight in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 6: Marrakech | Palaces & Performers
Discover Marrakech’s exotic medina, the old walled section of the city. Explore the Dar El Bacha Palace or the Dar Si Said Museum of Moroccan Arts. Continue to El Badi Palace and view the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, a landmark Islamic religious structure in Marrakech. Stroll through Djemaa El-Fna square, where dancers, mime artists, and street musicians perform.
Overnight in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 7: Marrakech | Atlas Mountains
Today, choose to remain in Marrakech or enjoy a full-day excursion to the High Atlas Mountains. Admire majestic views of snow-capped peaks as you hike to a picturesque village and spend time with local Berbers in their homes. Learn about daily life while savoring traditional Berber bread and mint tea. Afterward, have lunch before returning to Marrakech.
Overnight in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
DAY 8: Depart Marrakech
After breakfast, transfer to Menara airport for final departure.
Meals: Breakfast.
