DAY 1Rabat, Morocco Upon arrival you will be met at the Casablanca airport to make the drive along the Atlantic Ocean to Rabat. Founded in the 12th century, this entrancing imperial city became the administrative capital of the Kingdom of Morocco in 1912.
Sofitel Jardin Hotel, Rabat
DAYS 2 – 4Rabat, Fes, Volubilis & Meknes Tour the Mohammed V Mausoleum, the resting place of the late king and of his son in Rabat. Next, see the minaret of the Great Mosque, the Hassan Tower. Explore the Kasbah of the Oudayas, whose alleyways are reminiscent of a whitewashed Andalusian village. Later, explore the labyrinth of the ancient Fes Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then it’s on to the beautiful Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II and the impressive al-Quarawiyyin Mosque.
On Day 4 visit the extensive archaeological site at Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its ancient Roman mansions, monuments and mosaics. Next, drive to the small hilltop town of Moulay Idriss, the holiest Islamic town in Morocco. This afternoon drive to the city of Meknes, one of Morocco’s four Imperial Cities, with origins tracing back to the Roman occupation in 3 B.C. (3B)
Sofitel Palais Jamaï, Fes
DAY 5Fes & Casablanca Explore the beautiful Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque in the Islamic world. Drive along the corniche to Anfa, the original site of Casablanca. Visit the New Medina, or Habous Quarter, with its picturesque arch-covered alleys lined with shopkeepers. (B)
Le Royal Mansour Meridien, Casablanca
DAYS 6 & 7Ouarzazate & Route of One Thousand Kasbahs Visit the spectacular Ksour of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On Day 7 see the wonders of Mother Nature as you drive along the Route of One Thousand Kasbahs. (2B)
Hotel Le Berbere Palace, Ouarzazate
DAYS 8 & 9Marrakech Enjoy a carriage ride tour of Marrakech and visit the dramatic Almohad Koutoubia Mosque. Explore the historic sites of the city starting at the lavish Saâdien Tombs. Visit the remnants of the vast and magnificent El Badii Palace, the Ali Ben Youssef Medersa and the souqs. (2B)
La Mamounia, Marrakech
DAYS 10 & 11The Atlas Mountains & Depart for Home On Day 10 take an exhilarating drive into the High Atlas Mountains. Visit a local family and see how they make Morocco’s renowned mint tea. On Day 11 you will be taken to the airport for your flight home or on to your next destination. (2B)
La Mamounia, Marrakech
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