Royal Cities & Essaouira from Marrakech
Royal Cities & Essaouira from Marrakech
Royal Cities & Essaouira from Marrakech
8 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech
Visiting: Marrakech, Casablanca, Fès
Tour operator:
Tour code:
8781
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 40
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
On this 08-day journey discover Morocco's popular tourist destination and its four royal cities - Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes, and Rabat. Starting our visit from Essaouira which's known for its artisan industries, notably inlaid cabinet work. It is connected by road with Safi, Marrakech, and Agadir. As you will get the chance to discover the cosmopolitan coastal town of Casablanca and continue to Morocco’s old city "Fes" is a popular tourist destination and is famous for its numerous riads, lose yourself in the labyrinthine markets of the medieval medina of Fez, then heading to Morocco's capital Rabat; view some of the best-preserved Roman architecture in Rabat. Witness the devilish charisma of the snake charmers and storytellers of Marrakech.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Friday : Arrival Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Atlas Asni
Arrival to Marrakech Menara airport.
Welcome and transfer to your hotel.
Check-in, dinner & accommodation.
Day 2 : Saturday: Marrakech Essaouira Eljadida Casablanca
Location: Casablanca
Accommodation Name: Novotel Casablanca City Center
Early departure to Essaouira. Visit of this city once known as capital of the hippies and which is full of Portuguese history as a harbour city with the most ancient fortified port in the world still preserved.
Fish lunch (Optional).
Afternoon, departure to Casablanca passing by the Atlantic road, with several stops in Oualidia and El Jadida. According to arrival time, orientation tour of the city former fortress of Mazagan which was built by the Portuguese & possibility to visit the Portuguese Cistern.
Late arrival to Casablanca.
Dinner & Accommodation.
Day 3 : Sunday: Casablanca Meknes Fes
Location: Fès
Accommodation Name: Zalagh Parc Palace
Visit of the Economic Capital: The Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, the Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II. Departure to Meknes.
Lunch (optional).
Visit Meknes, the Ismailia capital, which has the longer ramparts in Morocco (40 km) : the famous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter. Departure to the holy city of Moulay Driss and the ruins of Volubilis, the Roman City. Continuation to Fez.
Dinner and accommodation.
Day 4 : Monday : Fes
Location: Fès
Accommodation Name: Zalagh Parc Palace
The whole day is devoted to the visit of the spiritual capital : the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the outside Karaouyne Mosque.
Lunch optional in a traditional restaurant in Medina.
Continuation the visit of the souks.
Dinner and accommodation at your hotel.
Day 5 : Tuesday: Fes Rabat Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Atlas Asni
Drive to Rabat, the Administrative Capital Visit of the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Ouadayas Garden & Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower Mosque.
Fish lunch (optional).
Continuation to Marrakesh using the high-way.
Check-in, dinner and accommodation.
Day 6 : Wednesday: Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Atlas Asni
Full day visit of Marrakech, the second oldest Imperial city called «the pearl of the south". The historical sightseeing includes the Menara Garden, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the Dar Si Said Museum.
Lunch at hotel.
Afternoon, visit of the souks and handicraft quarters. Then, visit of the famous Jemaa el-Fna Square with its non stop entertainment.
Dinner optional with show.
Accommodation at hotel.
Day 7 : Thursday: Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Atlas Asni
Free day for leisure – optional lunch at restaurant – Dinner & accommodation at hotel.
Day 8 : Friday: Marrakech Departure
Location: Marrakech
Transfer with assistance to Marrakech Menara airport for departure.
End of our services.
What's Included
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Airport arrival and departure transfers with assistance
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Air conditioned transportation with driver
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Sightseeing & visits as described in the program
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Entrance fees to the monuments as indicated in the program
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Accommodation on HB (07 breakfasts 01 lunch and 06 dinners)
Accommodation with 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 6 dinners is included.
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Bilingual tour-escort during the trip
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Our full assistance
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VAT taxes
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Accommodation on HB (07 breakfasts 01 lunch and 06dinners)
What's Not Included
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Air-tickets
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Insurance
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Personal expenses
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Tips for guide and driver
Tips for the guide and driver are not included.
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Tips for guide and drive
Mode of Transport
Travel in air-conditioned transportation with a driver, ensuring a comfortable journey between cities and sightseeing locations.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the Atlas Asni in Marrakech, Novotel Casablanca City Center in Casablanca, and Zalagh Parc Palace in Fes, with dinner and accommodation included.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides air-conditioned transportation with a driver.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers with assistance are included in the tour package.
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Is there a tour guide available during the trip?
Yes, a bilingual tour-escort will be available during the trip.
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Are entrance fees to monuments included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to the monuments as indicated in the program are included.
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What meals are included in the accommodation package?
The accommodation package includes 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 6 dinners.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive at Marrakech Menara airport, be welcomed and transferred to your hotel, followed by check-in, dinner, and accommodation.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Essaouira?
In Essaouira, you will visit the city known for its Portuguese history and the ancient fortified port. There is an optional fish lunch, and in the afternoon, you will depart to Casablanca with stops in Oualidia and El Jadida.
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What will we see in Casablanca?
In Casablanca, you will visit the Central Market, the Habous district, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa, and the outside of the Mosque Hassan II.
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What are the highlights of the visit to Fes?
In Fes, you will visit the Medieval Medina, Attarine or Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum, and the outside of the Karaouyne Mosque. You will also explore the souks.
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What can we expect during the visit to Rabat?
In Rabat, you will visit the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Ouadayas Garden & Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the Hassan Tower Mosque.
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What is planned for the full day visit to Marrakech?
The full day visit to Marrakech includes historical sightseeing of the Menara Garden, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia, and the Dar Si Said Museum. In the afternoon, you will visit the souks, handicraft quarters, and the famous Jemaa el-Fna Square.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is a free day for leisure on the seventh day of the tour.
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