Heritage Highlights in Morocco - 6 Nights
Heritage Highlights in Morocco - 6 Nights
The North African country of Morocco is known for its deep seated culture, rich heritage, and enthralling landscapes. Have an authentic Moroccan holiday with our 6 nights of special package without spending a fortune.
Trip highlights:
- Casablanca: Exterior visit of Hassan II Mosque, Corniche of Ain Diab, Habbous District
- Rabat: Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Kasbah of the Udayas (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Volubilis, Meknes, Bab El Mansour
- Fes: Medieval medina, souks, Fes Jdid, Immouzer du Kandar, Ifrane, Azrou, Beni Mellal
- Marrakesh: Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Jamaa El Fna
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
Upon landing in Casablanca, you'll be greeted by your driver and then transferred to your hotel.Check-in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Hotel: Oum Palace Hotel & Spa
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat (1hr 10mins)
After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Casablanca, the economic capital.
Begin with an exterior visit to the impressive Hassan II Mosque, followed by a stroll along the Corniche of Ain Diab and a visit to the Habbous district.
Next, depart for Rabat. Upon arrival, start your tour of Morocco's capital, enjoying picturesque views of the Atlantic coastline. Delve into Rabat's rich history with visits to the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
End the day by wandering through the Kasbah of the Udayas, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overnight in Rabat.
Hotel: Riad Dar El Kebira
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 3: Rabat – Volubilis (2hrs 30 mins) – Meknes (45mins) - Fes (1hr)
After breakfast check out of your hotel and depart for Volubilis and Moulay Idriss for a brief visit. Continue to Meknes for a short tour of this "Moroccan Versailles,". Highlights include Bab El Mansour, regarded as Morocco's finest gateway.
Enjoy an independent lunch in Meknes. Then, depart for Fes, where you will check in and stay overnight at your hotel.
Overnight in Fes.
Hotel: Riad Arabesque
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 4: Fes Sightseeing
After breakfast, dedicate the entire day to discovering Fes, the oldest of the imperial cities. Renowned for its spiritual and educational significance in Moroccan culture.
Begin with a visit to the medieval Medina and explore the famous souks, where craftsmen continue to work in the age-old oriental tradition. Enjoy lunch at your leisure. In the afternoon, visit the modern part of the city, “Fes Jdid.”
Finally head back to your hotel.
Overnight in Fes.
Hotel: Riad Arabesque
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 5: Fes - Marrakech (5hrs 45mins)
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before departing for Marrakech. Along the way, pass through Immouzer du Kandar, a charming Berber village, and Ifrane, a delightful ski resort. Continue to Azrou, known for its handicraft cooperative renowned for wood carving and carpet weaving. Enjoy lunch at your leisure in Beni Mellal before continuing to Marrakech. Arrive in the late afternoon, check in, and stay overnight at your hotel.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Hotel: Riad Slitine & Spa
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 6: Marrakech Sightseeing
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out on a historical tour of Marrakech, famously known as "The Pearl of the South."
Start off with a visit to the renowned Koutoubia Mosque, an architectural masterpiece of Hispano-Moorish art featuring a 70-meter minaret.
Next, explore the Bahia Palace, adorned with exceptional cedar wood.
Continue your journey through the tempting souks, where various artisans such as cabinetmakers, ironware merchants, and boiler makers ply their trades.
The tour concludes at the iconic Jamâa El Fna square, once a site of public executions but now a vibrant hub of ever-changing entertainment.
As the sun sets, the square comes alive with storytellers, snake charmers, acrobats, and folkloric bands, offering a dynamic atmosphere that continues late into the night.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Hotel: Riad Slitine & Spa
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 7: Marrakech Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before transferring to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport for your final departure.