Imperial Cities & South Tour from Marrakech
Majestic Escape in the Heart of Morocco
from/per person
661,20 €
Duration
07 nights / 08 days
Start time
09:00
Meeting place
Hotel - Riad in Marrakech
Transport
4x4 - minibus - bus
Tour Overview
Discover the splendors of Morocco through our exclusive program combining the charms of the Imperial Cities and the wonders of the South. Begin your adventure in Marrakech, nicknamed "The Pearl of the South", and be amazed by its historic palaces and lush gardens. Continue to Casablanca where the grand Hassan II Mosque awaits you, then explore the administrative capital, Rabat, with its iconic sites such as the Hassan Tower.
Next, explore Meknes and Fez, two jewels of Moroccan culture, before venturing into the spectacular Middle Atlas with a stop at Ifrane, a charming mountain town. Then be captivated by the Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley en route to Ouarzazate, gateway to the desert and land of cinema. Your journey will end where it all began, in Marrakech, where a final show in the vibrant Djemaa El Fna square will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Tour Highlights
Explore Morocco’s imperial cities and southern wonders
Experience the vibrant medinas and historic sites of Fez and Marrakech
Journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains
Discover the unique culture and traditions of the Berber people
Visit the enchanting Sahara Desert for a camel ride and overnight in a desert camp
Enjoy guided tours with knowledgeable local guides
Experience traditional Moroccan hospitality with opportunities for authentic local dining
What's included
Transport with professional driver
Arrival and departure transfers
Accommodation with half board from the dinner on the first day to the breakfast on the last day
The visits scheduled in the program
Entries to selected historical sites and monuments
Local guides in selected cities
Accommodation in a 4* hotel or riad
Lunches
Drinks not included in the package
Tips for driver and tour guides
Personal expenses
Services not mentioned in the program
Itinerary
Flight to Marrakech. Upon arrival at Menara airport, welcome and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation depending on arrival times.
Breakfast. Departure from the hotel for the historic tour of La Perle du Sud. This visit will take us from the Menara gardens to the Bahia Palace, passing through the Saadian Tombs, and ending with a visit to the exterior of the Koutoubia. Lunch (not included) then departure for Casablanca : visit of the Anfa residential district, the Ain Diab corniche, and Mohamed V Square. Stop at the esplanade of the new Hassan II mosque (interior visit of the Mosque is optional and must be arranged in advance – closed on Friday, Sunday afternoon, and public holidays – first visit at 09:00). Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure for Rabat. Upon arrival, visit of the administrative capital : The Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Oudayas gardens. Lunch (not included) then departure for Volubilis and visit of the Roman ruins. Photo stop facing Moulay Idriss, a pilgrimage site, and continuation to Meknes. Visit of the city characterized by its triple enclosure of 40 km: El Hedim Square, Bab Khémis, Bab Mansour which is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful gates in Morocco, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, the only mosque accessible to non-Muslims outside the Hassan II Grand Mosque, following the wish of Marshal Lyautey. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure for the tour of Fez, the spiritual capital of Morocco and certainly the most beautiful of the Imperial Cities. Discovery of the Medina or "Fès El Bali" and its historical monuments: visit of the Attarine Medersa, the Nejjarine Fountain and finally an outside view of the Karaouine Mosque, the first university in the world. Continuing the tour of the Medina with a discovery of the Fassi artisanal richness through the different souk districts which are undoubtedly the most enchanting in Morocco. Lunch (not included) suggested in an old Palace of the medina. In the afternoon, visit of the new city or Fès El Jedid, its enclosure, the Royal Palace. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner at the hotel and accommodation.
Breakfast. Crossing the Middle Atlas passing by Ifrane, a pleasant little mountain town located in the heart of a cedar forest and surrounded by watercourses, and also a popular winter sports resort among Moroccans. Then continue with a stop at Midelt for lunch (not included). Crossing the Tizin'Talrhemt pass before descending to Errachidia along the Ziz valley passing through the Legionnaire's Tunnel. Orientation tour of Erfoud which is a vast palm grove. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.
Breakfast. Departure for Tineghir and excursion into the Todra Gorges which are a narrow corridor about twenty meters wide formed by two 300-meter high sheer cliffs. From the road leading to the gorges, we will be able to admire the Tineghir palm grove. Lunch (not included). Departure for Ouarzazate passing through the town of Kelâa M’Gouna, famous for its roses. Continue to Ouarzazate via the Dadès Valley. Stop at the Amerhidil Casbah in the Skoura palm grove. Orientation tour of the city of Ouarzazate. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
Breakfast and departure for Marrakech. Stop in front of the Casbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous for the numerous film shoots that have taken place there. Continue towards Marrakech through the High Atlas mountains with a parade of varied and enchanting landscapes and small tiered villages. Stop at the Tizi-n-Tichka pass located at 2260 m and the highest road point in Morocco. Check-in at the hotel and lunch (not included) in the Medina. Afternoon visit to the souks of the medina. We will end by the Djémâa El Fna square at the time when the show comes alive: snake charmers, acrobats, monkey trainers, fortune tellers will enchant you. Dinner at the hotel and accommodation.
Breakfast. Free time depending on the flight. Transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport. Assistance with boarding formalities.
| Number of persons | Adult Price (€) | Child Price (€) -35% |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | 2 358,00 | 1 532,70 |
| 02 | 1 318,80 | 857,22 |
| 03 | 1 058,40 | 687,96 |
| 04 | 928,80 | 603,72 |
| 05 | 850,80 | 553,02 |
| 06 | 798,00 | 518,70 |
| Form 07 to 09 | 766,80 | 498,42 |
| Form 10 to 13 | 698,40 | 453,96 |
| Form 14 to 16 | 661,20 | 429,78 |
Customer Reviews
Overall Rating
Excellent
Location
Excellent
Amenities
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Price
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Tour Operator
Excellent
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