12D 11N Private Morocco Tour From Casablanca By Imperial Cities

Day 1: We Meet You at a Starting Point - Casablanca Mohamed V Airport or Ferry in Morocco

1. Casablanca
   2h
   It Depends on the airport or port of arrival in Morocco, the first day is an arrival day, however, the overall activities are similar.
   Upon arrival at Casablanca airport (CMN), As soon as your flight lands, pick up your luggage and walk outside Terminal 2. There, you will find our team holding a sign with your name, ready to warmly welcome you to Morocco. If you arrive late in the day, we will take you directly to your hotel to rest. If you arrive in the early morning, we will take you on a small tour of Casablanca before bringing you to the hotel to relax,
   NOTE:
   Contact us for any preferences or customize in the tour, This tour is private, therefore the itinerary can be adjusted to your preferences:
   - More days to the itinerary.
   - Hotels type (3-4-5 stars..)
   - Excursions
   - Arrival or departure location
   - Other preferences.
2. Hassan II Mosque
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Welcome to the modern coastal city of Casablanca. Casablanca's main attraction is the relatively modern and monumental Hassan II Mosque. Inaugurated in 1993, it sits on an outcrop jutting into the Atlantic and offers breathtaking views. It has a 690-foot (210 m) minaret the tallest structure in Morocco and the tallest minaret in the world. What makes this mosque additionally unique is that it is one of the few mosques in the country where non-Muslims are permitted to enter. Join a guided tour and appreciate the fine examples of Moroccan and Islamic artisanship.

Day 2: Casablanca ⇨ Rabat ⇨ Asilah ⇨ Tangier

1. Hassan Tower
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, Venture north to the imperial city, and present-day capital, of Rabat (Meknes, Fes, and Marrakech) make up the remaining imperial cities). Explore the medieval fortification of the Chellah Necropolis and wander the Roman and Islamic ruins. Enter through the grand door of the Kasbah des Oudaias into Rabat's original city center. From there, visit the 20th-century Andalusian Gardens and enjoy the serene space away from the crowds. Discover the Hassan Tower, a minaret of the incomplete mosque and Mausoleum of Mohamed V. A 12th-century project that was abandoned soon after construction began.
2. Asilah Medina
   3h
   After visiting the imperial city of Rabat we will start driving to Asilah Once in the city, we will visit the medina of Asilah to discover its important historical and monumental heritage. This fortified area next to the Atlantic still houses vestiges of the Portuguese domination of the 15th century. This heritage has left traces on the old ramparts and the Raisuni Palace, a privileged witness of the events that the city went through.
   Overnight in a Hotel or Traditional Riad

Day 3: Tangier ⇨ Sightseeing

1. Medina of Tangier
   5h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, explore Tangier, which is a major entry point from Europe to Morocco, with many recent additions
   to improve the city as a tourist destination, including a new marina area (a nice place for a quick walk), and the Medina area.
   The Tangier Kasbah (fortified castle) is small and compact enough to allow for a self-guided and easy
   walk by following the various signs. Enter through Bab Haha and enter Place du Mechouar. About 15-20 minutes away from the city, you can also visit Cap Spartel and the Cave of Hercules, which
   takes about 1 hour to fully enjoy. The cave's outline, when seen against the Atlantic skyline, is thought to
   resemble that of the African continent.
   Find a café in the hip Zoco Chico square for something to eat and do a little people-watching and cap off
   the day with a late afternoon paseo to enjoy the sunset as you stroll along the seafront promenade of the
   bustling corniche.
   Overnight in Tangier

Day 4: Tangier ⇨ Tetouan ⇨ Chefchaouen

1. Tetouan
   3h
   In the morning, have breakfast and then make your way toward Chefchaouen. On the way, you’ll pass
   through Tetouan, which is a jewel of a town in a striking location at the foot of the Rif Mountains, just a few
   kilometers from the sea. The ancient medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, looks like it has not changed
   in several centuries. You will be able to tour this town on your own with recommendations from your driver.
   Lunch will be at your leisure.
2. Explore chefchaouen like a local
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   Continuing on, you will arrive in Chefchaouen, a visual delight clad in blue walls, doors, windows, stairways,
   alleyways, and archways–everything is a combination of soft, pastel sky blue and deeper, more powerful
   hues. After your check-in at your riad, you are free to explore the town at your own pace or simply relax.
   Outa el Hammam is the main square and the place to watch the world go by. Walk up the tiny higgledy-piggledy alleys, away from the more tourist-orientated areas, and you will find the everyday life of the town
   comes alive.
   Ask your driver if you want any recommendations. Dinner will be on your own.
   Overnight in a Hotel or Traditional Riad

Day 5: Chefchaouen ⇨ Volubilis ⇨ Meknes ⇨ Fes

1. Volubilis
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   Today, you will say goodbye to Chefchaouen and travel south to Fes. On the way to Fes, you’ll visit
   Volubilis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that contains Morocco's best-preserved Roman ruins. You can
   take a nice break from driving to wander the massive complex, exploring large merchant homes with
   visible heating systems, temples, and many well-preserved mosaics. There are usually guides available
   here to hire on your own if you would like, and your driver can assist you with this.
2. Moulay Idriss
   1h
   Then, it is over to Moulay Idriss, which from a distance, looks like a sitting camel. Moulay Idriss was
   founded in 789 CE by Moulay Idriss after he had fled religious and tribal conflicts in Mecca. It was here that
   he founded the Idrisid dynasty, making Moulay Idriss Morocco's first Islamic capital and a site of ongoing
   cultural significance. The city also contains the only round minaret in Morocco. You can eat lunch here, or
   wait to eat at the next stop
3. Meknes
   2h
   The last stop before Fes is the prosperous city of Meknes. It has a smaller medina than Fes and you can
   explore at a leisurely pace, without worrying about aggressive shopkeepers. Your driver will lead you through
   the Ville Impériale area, where you can see gardens, palaces, the impressive gate of Bab al-Mansour, the
   Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and the Royal Stables. Many of these palaces were constructed with
   materials taken from Volubilis, so be on the lookout for Roman columns hidden in unexpected places!
   You’ll end the day in Fes, one of Morocco's four imperial cities. Fes was founded by Moulay Idriss I and
   was made the capital of the Idrisid dynasty by his successor, Moulay Idriss II. You will be taken to your riad
   in the Fes medina, and the late afternoon into the evening will be yours.

Day 6: Fes ⇨ Sightseeing

1. Fes El-Bali
   6h
   Fes is home to the most complete medina, Much of the city has remained untouched over the centuries, resulting in a more authentic medieval experience. Divided into three main areas of interest, you will explore two medina quarters, the older Fes el Bali and the newer Fes el Jdid, Meet your guide and begin your tour at Riad, working your way along the main thoroughfare, Talâa Kebira. Navigate the narrow, windy streets to find the Chouara Tannery. Climb to the rooftop of a nearby leather shop for an encompassing view of the men at work—a practice that is little changed in hundreds of years. Find the 9th-century Al-Qarawiyyin University, one of the oldest universities in the world. Head to the Al Attarine Madrasa to see examples of Moroccan artisanship throughout. Make your way to Fes el Jdid to check out the Mellah (Jewish quarter and cemetery) and take advantage of its location for an overview of the city you will also visit the ceramics Cooperative to see traditional Moroccan crafts.

Day 7: Fes ⇨ Ifran ⇨ Cedar Forest ⇨ Midelt ⇨ Ziz Valley ⇨ Sahara Desert

1. Ifrane
   2h
   Get an early start today, because you'll be covering a lot of ground to reach the Sahara Desert!
   You will start by crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains through the town of Azrou and its majestic cedar
   forests. Here, you can take a brief detour to the scenic Cèdre Gouraud Forest, where troops of Barbary
   Macaque monkeys lounge in ancient cedar trees near the road. You’ll stop for lunch in Midelt, which sits on a cold, high desert plateau. Despite the harsh landscape, Midelt
   is known as Morocco's "Apple City" for its productive orchards. This is only possible because the Moulouya
   River (the third-longest river in Morocco) provides year-round water as it runs to the Mediterranean Sea.
2. Midelt
   2h
   Continuing on, you’ll cross a landscape of steep mountain ranges, wide valleys, and narrow canyon passes.
   You will follow the Ziz Valley, an important branch of the ancient Saharan Trade Route. You will start to see
   many fortified houses (known as ksars) that were built by merchants to protect the gold, salt, and spices
   that passed this way.
3. Erg Chebbi
   3h
   After crossing through the incredible Ziz Gorge, you will begin to see early signs of Saharan sand dunes. These wind-blown dunes are in constant motion, often leading them to encroach upon farms, roads, and buildings. You can also see an ancient method of water "mining” here, an ingenious way to transfer water from the mountains to farmland, which was employed before modern pumps were invented. Along the way, you'll notice nomadic shepherds and some tents in this area. Near Merzouga, you can take a short break as you prepare for the trip to your desert camp. If you ride a camel, you will arrive at camp just before sunset. You can climb up to watch the colorful sunset reflecting on the sand dunes. Head back to camp for dinner and a night of traditional Berber music by the fire. There is almost no light pollution in this region, so be sure to look at the starry night sky before you head to bed.

Day 8: Tour of The Dunes ⇨ Visit Nomad Families ⇨ Merzouga Desert

1. Merzouga Desert
   6h
   If you are an early riser, you'll be rewarded with a sunrise over the sand dunes. After breakfast, we will begin
   our desert excursion in the Sahara desert to explore the different parts of the desert. First, we will see the
   lake of Merzouga which is home to exotic birds, then head directly to the middle of the Sahara desert where
   nomads with their animals still live a traditional life, we will sip a cup of tea with them and see how they
   live. Afterward, we take the route where Ralley Paris Dakar used to race, then we get to Mifis mines that
   once used to be exploited by France, time to visit them. We continue our journey by heading directly to
   Khamlia village which is inhabited by black Berber people originally from Mali, Niger ...We will have a chance
   to listen to their music and dance. Lunch in the village ( Berber Pizza). Then, we set off to visit an impressive
   oasis on the edge of sand dunes before we end up our day in your hotel.

Day 9: Merzouga ⇨ Rissani ⇨ Arfoud ⇨ Todra Gorges ⇨ Dades Valley

1. Rissani Market
   2h
   After breakfast at your hotel. We'll leave the immense desert and travel towards the city of Rissani, once a
   major stopping place for the Saharan-caravans route; if it coincides with the day markets which take place on :
   Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays we will have an opportunity to visit the souk — the largest one in the
   region
2. Fossiles d'Erfoud
   1h
   Next, continue to Erfoud, known for its date festival and famous for its fossil mining and artisan factories
   (you may have already seen some fossils in the markets). En route, you can see hillside mines where large
   rocks are taken from the earth. While in town, stop at a local artisan collective where you can learn about
   the types of fossils found in the area and see the full process of how the fossil-rich rock is transformed
   into beautiful objects, large and small.
3. Todra Gorge
   3h
   Then, continue our journey to Dades valley passing through villages such as Millab, Tinjdad, and Toroug to
   arrive later at Todra valley which is a green one surrounded by mud villages and mountains. Driving around
   30 min we get to Todra gorges: a narrow vertical passage with vertical cliffs 300m high rising dramatically
   on each side, they are a popular destination for climbing lovers.
   Getting to Dades valley where you will see the fascinating rock formation known locally as "monkies fingers"
   as well as beautiful mud kasbahs.
   Once your exploration is over for the day, enjoy dinner and get some rest.

Day 10: Dades Valley ⇨ Rose Town ⇨ Ouarzazate ⇨ Ait Benhaddou ⇨ Marrakech

1. Ait Ben Haddou
   8h
   Today, we travel to El Kalaa Mgou'na or Rose Town where over 400 tonnes of rose petals are picked every spring to be processed into rosewater or exported to perfume Industries. The festival of roses is held here every May As we travel from Rose Town to Skoura you will see so many kasbahs among the greenery of Dades Valley. The small town of Skoura Is surrounded by thousands of palm groves and the most beautiful kasbahs in southern Morocco are to be found here.
   Continue our journey to Ouarzazate " Hollywood of Africa " -with the biggest cinema studios in Morocco-, then to the most famous, filmed and photographed kasbah of Ait Benhaddou — A Unesco World Heritage site — We'll have free time to visit it and have lunch in the village. Afterward, we head to Marrakesh via the high Atlas Mountains (2260 ), admiring the impressive mountainous views and special Berber villages on the mountain's sides. Arrive in Marrakesh in the evening.

Day 11: Marrakesh ⇨ Sightseeing

1. Bahia Palace
   4h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, meet your local private guide who will lead you through the old city of Marrakech. As you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will come across lively souks and maze-like alleys. You're sure to be dazzled by displays of djellabas, brightly colored babouches, intricately-pierced lanterns, conical mounds of exotic spices, and the intense hubbub of medina life. Along the way, your knowledgeable and energetic guide will regale you with the history and stories of the Medina, the Souk, and the Mellah neighborhoods of the Red City
2. Jardin Majorelle
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   In the afternoon you'll continue your private tour, exploring places like the Bahia and El Badii Palaces, and the Saadian Tombs. You'll also see the Majorelle Gardens, an iconic garden retreat built over forty years by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later inhabited by famed designer Yves Saint Laurent. As the evening progresses, Jemaa el-Fna comes alive with musicians and storytellers, acrobats and dancers, and even snake charmers. Wander the many rows of food stalls serving anything from full meals
   to fruit drinks, dried dates, and small snacks. Grab a bite, or for a more relaxed experience, look for one of the many cafés that sit above the square to enjoy a meal while you watch the show below.

Day 12: Marrakesh ⇨ Transfer to Airport Marrakech or Casablanca

1. Casablanca
   3h
   Your Morocco Tour ends today as your driver transports you from your accommodations to Marrakesh airport. or Casablanca airport, Have a safe and comfortable journey home or to your next destination!

Pickup details

To easily meet our customers, the driver guide will wait at the airport arrival hall with a sign displaying the customer names, Or we can pick you up from any hotel Customer provided in Casablanca

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels