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Moroccan Majesty:
A 9-Days Tour from Casablanca to the Desert, Exploring Imperial Cities

Journey Through Time and Terrain: Explore Morocco’s Imperial Cities and Desert Wonders

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A 9-Days Tour from Casablanca to the Desert, Exploring Imperial Cities

Explore Morocco’s Imperial Cities and Desert Wonders

Join us on a captivating 9-days tour from Casablanca, weaving through the Imperial Cities of Morocco and delving into the mystical allure of Chefchaouen. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Morocco by exploring the ancient imperial cities and wandering through the medieval streets of the old medinas. Traverse the mesmerizing landscapes of the Sahara Desert, where camel rides await, and discover the enchanting fortifications of Kasbahs in the southeast of Morocco. This journey promises a seamless blend of cultural exploration, historical marvels, and the breathtaking beauty of Morocco’s diverse landscapes

DAY-1

ARRIVAL TO CASABLANCA AIRPORT / TRANSFER TO YOUR HOTEL

On the first day, we’ll pick you up early from the airport, port, or your accommodation. Known as Morocco’s economic hub and its largest city, Casablanca offers much to explore. Our journey begins with a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Morocco, situated on a stunning promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Afterward, you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll explore more of the city, including the vibrant Corniche area. The day concludes with an overnight stay at a comfortable hotel.

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Discover the stunning blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen with mountain views, a photographer's paradise.

DAYS-2

CASABLANCA – RABAT – CHEFCHAOUEN

Today after your breakfast, we’ll visit the Hassan second Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Then we’ll leave for Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where we’ll explore the main historical sites including the Oudaya Kasbah, the Mausoleum of Mohammed five and the Hassan Tower, the minaret of an incomplete mosque. have lunch, then we drive towards Chefchaouen, Overnight in the hotel including bed and breakfast.

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DAYS-3

CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – FES EL BALI

After breakfast in the Riad your authentic journey will start towards Volubilis crossing Wazan and other Rif villages. In Volubilis you will discover the Roman ruins and learn about the archaeological site of Moroccan history. After the visit of the ruins you will shift our way to Meknes, the seventeenth century heritage site where you will stop for lunch and hang around the medina and Bab el Mansour. Then, we will drive you to Fes, where you will spend the night.

Intricate Moroccan architecture featuring patterned tiles and carved wooden doors in Fes.
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DAYS-4

FES GUIDED TOUR IN MEDINA

After breakfast in the Riad, you will start exploring Fes, the oldest city in Morocco, walking in its alleys and little streets. Your visit will start by entering through the Royal Palace gate, and continuing with the Jewish quarter, the first Mellah ever built in Morocco which dates back to the sixteenth century. We will ensure that you visit all cultural and historical sites including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest in the region, the Tanneries, the Attarine museum and Mulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you will visit the tiles cooperative and then experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes.

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A group traveling on camels over reddish sands under a cloudy sky in a vast desert landscape.

DAYS-5

FES – MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS – ZIZ VALLEY – DESERT CAMP

After breakfast we will start traveling south to Merzouga desert via Midelt and Errachidia. Your first stop will be at Ifrane city, referred to as “the Switzerland of Morocco”, and then to Merzouga via Midlet and the Ziz Valley. During this journey you’ll experience glimpses of the Middle Atlas and Higher Atlas Mountains. Stopping at the famous cedar forest – the largest one in Morocco – where you will have the opportunity to see the Barbarian apes. You will notice how the scenery changes to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the Er Rachidia city. After lunch in Midelt, your journey continues along the spectacular Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way.

Later on, arrive at our destination where you will ride your camel to see the sunset in the middle of the sand dunes and spend the night there. Overnight at our desert camp where you will have your dinner ,well-equipped camp including dinner and breakfast.

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DAYS-6

DESERT CAMP – IRRIGATION SYSTEM – TODRA VALLEY – DADES VALLEY

Wake early to admire the desert sunrise, take breakfast, then transfer out of the dunes by camel-back to rejoin your vehicle to take the road to Fes (or if you are traveling by 4×4, you can be collected at the camp. Then we will start our journey driving to the Dades Valley via the Todgha Valley and Gorges where we will stop for pictures of the kasbahs built by jews.You’ll have a chance to walk through the stunning Todgha Gorges before carrying on to the Dades Valley. Overnight in Dades valley including dinner and breakfast.

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Woman in a striped dress and headscarf admiring Aït Benhaddou's desert architecture.

DAYS-7

DADES VALLEY – ROSE VALLEY – KASBAH AIT BENHADDOU – MARRAKECH

After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll drive to Marrakech via the Dades Valley again, with its dramatic rock formations and ancient kasbahs, and then on to the Rose Valley, known for its damask roses that are harvested in April. Continuing on our journey, we’ll head to Ouarzazate, known as African Hollywood, where you can see the Taourirt kasbah and tour the movie studios. We’ll then continue on to a UNESCO Heritage site, the Ait ben Haddou Ksar, the largest ksar in Morocco where movies like The Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and The Jewel of the Nile were filmed.Then we carry on to Marrakech through the Tichka Pass, one of the highest mountains in Morocco. Arriving in Marrakech by the afternoon.

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Vibrant Majorelle Blue house surrounded by lush exotic plants and cacti under a clear sky.

DAYS-8

MARRAKECH GUIDED TOUR

Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakech. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city belonging to MarrakechJdid “New Marrakech”, such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and Majorelle.

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Luxurious Moroccan courtyard in Marrakesh with a pool and ornate decor.

DAYS-9

TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT AT YOUR FLIGHT TIME

At the agreed time, we will head to the airport, marking the end of our unforgettable journey. As the day draws to a close, so does our adventure, leaving you with cherished memories and stories to tell.

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