Package Overview
On an 8-day odyssey that weaves through Morocco’s most legendary cities, from the vibrant souks of Marrakech to the coastal grace of Casablanca, the imperial grandeur of Rabat, the Mediterranean allure of Tangier, and the breathtaking, blue-washed alleys of Chefchaouen. This journey balances UNESCO World Heritage sites, architectural masterpieces, modern high-speed rail travel, and the spiritual heart of Fes, before returning to the red city for a final taste of leisure and luxury.
Highlights
- Witness the stunning blue-wrapped medina of Chefchaouen, the "Blue Pearl City."
- Experience Morocco’s high-speed TGV Al Bouraq train from Rabat to Tangier.
- Stand at Cape Spartel where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea.
- Explore the medieval tanneries and alleys of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual capital.
- Visit the iconic Majorelle Garden and Jamaa El Fna Square in Marrakech.
Itinerary
Arrival at Marrakesh airport. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (PS: The hotel’s restaurant closes at 10:30 PM. No possibility of dinner served in the room)
Breakfast and transfer to Casablanca. (The trip can be done by train; transfers in/out are included). On the program: visit the residential district of Anfa, the United Nations Square, the Habous district before going to the corniche for an (external) visit to the Hassan II Mosque. After lunch (FB Basis), continuation to Rabat. Brief visit to discover the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, and the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of the Oudayas. Transfer to the train station to enjoy the TGV Al Bouraq experience. Arrival in Tangier and transfer to your hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of Tangier. Continue to Cape Spartel at the entrance to the Straits of Gibraltar, and see the lighthouse marking the convergence of the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. Drive to the ‘Blue Pearl city’ of Chefchaouen. Free time and a walking tour through the cobbled medina, admiring the striking blue-and-white houses. Continuation to Fes. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
The whole day is devoted to city-sightseeing of Fez: the medieval Medina, Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Foundouq Nejjarine (Museum of Woods), Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and the outside of Karaouine Mosque. Optional (FB Basis): Moroccan lunch at a traditional restaurant in the Medina. Afternoon: visit the esplanade of the Royal Palace with its sumptuous golden door, then sightseeing of Fez Jdid. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Departure to Marrakesh passing by the Berber village of Immouzer Kandar and Ifrane (In case of bad weather, the itinerary can be modified via Khenifra). Optional (FB Basis): Lunch and a moment of relaxation in Beni Mellal, one of the agricultural centres of Morocco. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Visit of historical Marrakesh: The Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Minaret, and Menara Gardens. Optional lunch in an old palace in the medina (FB Basis). Afternoon: explore Majorelle Garden and its French-influenced architecture. Complete with a stop at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square with its surrounding souks and handicraft quarters. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Enjoy a morning at leisure for shopping at the souks. Free Lunch (today’s lunch is not included in the FB basis). Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Transfer to the Airport, assistance with departure formalities.
Inclusions
- Airport meet-and-greet and transfers on Day 1 and Day 8
- All hotel accommodations as per itinerary
- Meals as specified (Breakfast, Dinner, and Lunch on FB Basis where indicated)
- Transfers and transportation as per program (including train transfers in/out)
- TGV Al Bouraq train experience from Rabat to Tangier
- Sightseeing and visits as mentioned (external visit to Hassan II Mosque, Mohamed V Mausoleum, Hassan Tower, Oudayas Kasbah, Chefchaouen walking tour, full day Fez city tour, Marrakech historical sites including Bahia Palace, Koutoubia, Menara Gardens, Majorelle Garden, Jamaa El Fna Square)
- Assistance with departure formalities on Day 8
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Marrakech
- Meals not specifically mentioned (e.g., free lunch on Day 7)
- Optional lunches (FB Basis options in Fes, Beni Mellal, and Marrakech)
- Beverages with meals
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra shopping, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities for drivers, guides, and hotel staff
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Any itinerary modifications due to bad weather (e.g., alternate route via Khenifra) or unforeseen circumstances
- Entry fees not explicitly listed in inclusions (e.g., interior of some monuments if not specified)
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