Luxury Imperial Cities Of Morocco: 06 Days 05 Nights

Upon arrival at the Casablanca airport, our driver will be there with a personalized sign to welcome you.  Alternately, you can be picked up from your hotel.  This port city, on the Atlantic Ocean, is the commercial hub of western Morocco.  In this bustling city, you will first visit the Hassan II Mosque, the second largest functioning mosque in Africa, and the 7th largest in the world.  We will continue the tour to see the famous Rick's Cafe from the movie “Casablanca”.  We will then drive 4 hours to Fes. 

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After breakfast, our local informative guide will take you on an adventure through Fes (or Fez) the intellectual, cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco.  Fes is primarily known for the Fes El Bali, or walled medina, another UNESCO site, with its medieval architecture, vibrant souks and old-world atmosphere.  We start outside the medina to see the royal palace gate, then walk through the Jewish quarter or “the mellah”, the first Jewish quarter built in the country.  Following that, you will enter the medina to experience the sensory stimulating souks - exotic spices, vibrant materials and beautiful metal works are just some of the sights you will experience.  As well as spending the morning wandering by the souks, you will visit sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Medrasa Bouanania, the Karaouine Mosque and the oldest university in the world (and built by a woman).  You will also visit the famous tanneries and the Najjarine Fountain.  After a Moroccan lunch, at a local restaurant in the heart of the medina, you will be driven to one of the fortresses to experience an amazing panoramic view of the entire medina. From there we will visit a pottery cooperative.  Time permitting, we will take a drive through modern Fes drive to experience a different atmosphere.  

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After breakfast, we drive through the foothills of the Rif Mountains to the Roman ruins of Volubilis.  On your visit to this historical site, you be accompanied by a local guide.  Volubilis was a part of the Roman Empire and dates back to 225 BC.  Here you will see the most beautiful mosaics in Morocco from the same period.  Your guided tour (which is included) will definitely increase your knowledge of the Roman Empire.  From there we drive towards Meknes, the Ismaili capital in the 17th century.  Here you will see the 17th century gate of Bab Mansour built by the sultan My Ismail.  You will also see a granary and the Sahrij Souani, used for irrigation and planting.  We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to Fes.  

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After breakfast, we start traveling to Marrakech via Beni Mellal and Kalaat Sraghna.  Today we travel through a diversity of landscape with incredible scenery.  We will first stop at Ifrane, referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco” with its alpine style architecture and nearby slopes and forests.  Next, we will stop at the cedar forest in Azrou to watch the Barbary apes. We will also pass through many traditional Berber villages where you can interact with local inhabitants.  Throughout the day, on our journey, you will be amazed at the stunning contrast in terrain.  Lunch will be at one of the authentic villages along the way.  We will arrive in Marrakech in late afternoon.  

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After your breakfast, a local knowledgeable guide will meet you at your accommodation to begin day full of fascinating sights. Marrakech, a former imperial city, is a major economic center and home to many mosques, Palaces and Gardens. The densely packed, walled medieval city dates from the 12th century of the Berber Empire. Your guide will take you through the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting many more visually stimulating souks as well many sites with historical and cultural interest. You will visit the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa Square.  Lunch will be at a recommended restaurant.  After lunch you will be driven through the new city to visit the beautiful gardens of Majorelle. 

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After breakfast in your hotel, we will drive you to the airport in time for your departing flight.  Here we say goodbye and your tour ends.