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7-Day Imperial Cities Tour from Fes to Marrakech

7-Day Imperial Cities Tour from Fes to Marrakech
7 Days Easy Up to 12 guests From Fes

Overview

Seven private days through Morocco's great cities: the labyrinth of Fes, the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, cosmopolitan Tangier, Atlantic Rabat and Casablanca, and lively Marrakech. Palaces, UNESCO sites, Roman ruins, Andalusian medinas and mountain scenery follow one another in comfort, with private transport and hand-picked riads.

The itinerary suits travellers who want a deeper connection with the country's history and culture, with a guide in Fes and Marrakech and plenty of time to wander.

Highlights

  • Fes el-Bali: two days in the largest medieval medina in the world
  • Meknes: Bab Mansour, El Hedim Square and Moulay Ismail's mausoleum
  • Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman site in Africa
  • Chefchaouen and an optional hike to the Spanish Mosque
  • Tetouan's Andalusian medina (optional stop)
  • Tangier, where Africa and Europe face each other
  • Rabat: Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum
  • Marrakech: Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, Jemaa el-Fna

Day-by-Day Itinerary

D1

Arrival in Fes

On arrival at Fes airport or station, your private driver takes you to a riad in the heart of the medina. Enjoy your first hours in one of the world's oldest living cities, at your own pace.

D2

Fes guided tour

A full guided tour covers the Royal Palace, the medina, the tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin University and traditional craft workshops.

D3

Fes → Meknes → Volubilis → Chefchaouen

Drive through Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis to Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif mountains.

D4

Chefchaouen → Tetouan → Tangier

Explore Chefchaouen, then drive through Tetouan to Tangier, visiting Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules.

D5

Tangier → Asilah → Rabat

Follow the Atlantic coast via Asilah to Rabat, with visits to the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas.

D6

Rabat → Casablanca → Marrakech

Visit Casablanca and the Hassan II Mosque, then continue to Marrakech for free time in the medina and on Jemaa el-Fna.

D7

Departure from Marrakech

Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. End of services.

What’s Included

  • Private transport with a driver-guide throughout
  • Six nights in traditional riads and boutique hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Guided city tours in Fes and Marrakech
  • Local guide for Meknes and Volubilis
  • Airport transfers in Marrakech
  • Fuel and road fees
  • Monument entrance fees
  • Hotel tourist taxes

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Optional activities
  • Tips and personal expenses
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