Highlights
of Morocco
Travelers on a time crunch
Highlights
DAY 01: CASABLANCA
Upon arrival in Casablanca you will be met by a Morocco representative and transferred to your hotel for overnight.
DAY 02: CASABLANCA
Visit the old medina; Place Mohamed V, a busy shopping street lined by residential blocks dating from the 1930s. Next, visit United Nations Square, designed by French architect Joseph Marrast and the League of Arab States Park, which was built in 1925 and offers a large area of greenery with palm trees, arcades, pergolas and cafés with shady terraces. Then visit the impressive and newly built Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque in the world. Return to your hotel for balance of the day at leisure.
DAY 03: Fes
Drive 1 ½ hours to Rabat. Sightseeing tour of this capital city of Morocco includes the old Medina, the picturesque Kasbah of the Oudayas, and the Oudaya Gate, built during the Almohad dynasty. Visit the well- preserved Hassan Tower and the Chellah which were built by the Merinids in the 12th and 13th centuries.
Walk into the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, grandfather of the present king, in front of the Royal Palace. Drive to Meknes, a city founded in the 9th century by Zenata Berbers. A tour of this former Imperial city of Morocco includes the old ramparts and the Agoudal Basin which was used to water the royal gardens and amuse the favorite concubines. Also visit the Moulay Ismail royal stables, granaries, and House of Water (Dar El Ma), which were built in the 17th and 18th centuries to house, feed and water the sultan’s twelve- thousand horses. See Bab el Mansour, one of the most beautiful gates in Morocco. Drive to Fes hotel.
DAY 04: Fes
The entire day will be devoted to an in depth visit of Fes, founded by King Moulay Idriss in the 9th century. Flat and comfortable shoes are a must for the visit of the Medina and its small winding and paved alleys. See the old Koranic schools and the Quaraouyine Mosque (from the outside only), the largest university in the world in the 13th century with over 3,000 students. In the afternoon visit modern Fes, including the famous “potters” district. Continue to the Arts Museum of Batha. This Hispano-Moorish palace dating from the late 19th century houses some admirable collections of the traditional art of Fes. Sculpted wood and plaster, wrought iron and other decorative materials are works of art in their own right. Embroidery, carpets, jewelry and coins compete for the visitor’s attention. Return to your hotel.
DAY 05: MARRAKECH
Enjoy a great taste of adventure by quad bike for those seeking an unusual activity close to Marrakech, this half day self-drive quad-biking experience will take you into the countryside of Marrakech to reveal the beauty and contrasting landscapes around the palm groves and the dried River of Tensift. This is truly an off-the-beaten-track experience, supervised and operated by an expert local company.
Driving dirt tracks you will discover the charm of the Marrakech Palm Groves with the spectacular backdrop of the High Atlas. Passing through Berber villages you will stop for a break and sit down for a delicious, freshly brewed fresh mint Tea and pancakes with the locals.
Then after a safety briefing, climb into the saddle on the back of the camel and relax as you enjoy a ride through the verdant palms and sands. Take photos of the views as the sun descends through the sky and absorb the serenity of the surroundings as you saunter through the grounds. Return to your hotel.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at a fine local restaurant.
DAY 06: MARRAKECH
Today is at your leisure, breakfast and overnight is provided.
DAY 07:
Get transferred to Casablanca airport by road for your international flight out of Morocco.
This is a suggested itinerary for inspiration. Contact to start planning your own.