Imperial Cities Tour – 8 Days from Casablanca with Hampstead-Tours

Description

Day 1: Casablanca — Rabat

Meet & greet at Mohammed V International Airport and transfer to Rabat. (If you arrive in the morning, enjoy an afternoon guided tour of Rabat; otherwise, we’ll schedule it for the next day.)

Day 2: Rabat — Meknes — Volubilis — Fez

After breakfast, begin your guided exploration of Rabat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012 and Morocco’s official capital since 1912. Visit the 11th-century Oudayas Kasbah overlooking the Bou Regreg River, its mosque and traditional communal facilities, then stroll through the Old Medina to the Mohammed V Mausoleum and Hassan Tower.

Continue to Meknes, famed for its monumental Bab Mansour Gate, the lively El Hedim Square, and the Royal Granaries and Stables. Afterwards, explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis with a local guide before arriving in Fez in the late afternoon.

Day 3: Full-Day Exploration of Fez

Spend the day discovering the Medina of Fez with your local guide. Start with a panoramic view of Fes el-Bali, photograph the Golden Gates of the Royal Palace, and walk through the Mellah (former Jewish Quarter). Explore the labyrinth of souks, Nejjarine Museum, Chouara Tanneries, and pass by Al-Quarawiyyine University. In the afternoon, return to your accommodation.

Day 4: Fez — Azrou — Beni Mellal — Ouzoud Waterfalls

Travel south through the Middle Atlas, passing cedar forests near Azrou and the fertile plains around Beni Mellal. Arrive at the majestic Ouzoud Waterfalls and enjoy the stunning scenery; spend the night in a guesthouse near the falls.

Day 5: Ouzoud Waterfalls — Marrakech

After breakfast, you may wish to spend the morning enjoying the waterfalls before driving through Tamlalt toward Marrakech. Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation in the Medina or Ville Nouvelle. In the evening, stroll to the lively Jemaa el-Fna Square.

Day 6: Full-Day Exploration of Marrakech

Today, discover Marrakech with a local guide. Visit the Majorelle Gardens and Yves Saint Laurent Museum, drive through the Ville Nouvelle, and begin your walking tour at the Koutoubia Mosque. Learn about Marrakech’s history as an Imperial City, visit the Saadian Tombs, wander through the Mellah with its distinctive balconies, and admire the Bahia Palace built in the 19th century. End your day in the vibrant souks and at Jemaa el-Fna.

Day 7: Marrakech — Casablanca

Enjoy a free half-day in Marrakech for shopping, a traditional hammam experience, or simply relaxing. In the afternoon, drive back to Casablanca and visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque before checking into your hotel.

Day 8: Departure

Bid farewell to Morocco with a transfer to Mohammed V International Airport for your departure flight — carrying memories of Morocco’s imperial past and timeless beauty.

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What’s Included

• Meet & greet at Casablanca Airport or pick-up from accommodation

• Private, air-conditioned vehicle for 8 days

• Licensed, multilingual chauffeur/driver

• Local tour guides in Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech

• Fuel, tolls, and local taxes

• Unique experiences along the route

Not Included

• Beverages

• Entrance fees to monuments and attractions

• Accommodation during the tour (can be arranged separately)

• Lunches en route

• Flights & travel insurance

• Tips (optional)