Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen - 8 days

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Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen - 8 days

8 Days Starting in Casablanca and ending in Marrakech

Visiting: Casablanca, Rabat, Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis, Chefchaouen, Talassemtane National Park, Fes, Marrakesh

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2381/ICAC

Group Type:

Private

Specialist Group:

Family/Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

None

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1925

$1872 Exclusive Tourhub Discount: -$53

NB: Prices correct on 06-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

PRIVATE TOUR: Travelling from the modern port city of Casablanca to the captivating imperial city of Marrakech, discover the wonders of northern Morocco. Be enchanted by ancient Fes el Bali and picturesque Chefchaouen, the blue pearl. Roam around Rabat, marvel at the Volubilis ruins and soak up spectacular mountain scenery, all in 8 magical days.

Highlights

Casablanca - Independently explore this modern port city and visit the famous Hassan II Mosque
Volubilis – Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins at Morocco's best preserved archaeological site
Rabat - Stroll around Morocco's charming coastal capital, with its attractive walled medina
Chefchaouen - Spend two nights in the picturesque blue city, nestled in the Rif Mountains
Talassemtane National Park - See beautiful forests of fir trees, cascading waterfalls, craggy cliffs and deep gorges
Fes - Step back in time on a tour of captivating Fes el Bali - the oldest medieval city in the world, and visit one of the famous tanneries
High Atlas Mountains - Relax by beautiful lake Bin El Ouidane and admire the spectacular Cascades d'Ouzoud
Marrakech – Discover the wonders of the UNESCO-listed medina, visit captivating Djemma el Fna and stroll around the souks

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Day 1 : Casablanca

Location: Casablanca

Meals Included: No Meals

Sunday. Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel where you have the remainder of the day at leisure. In contrast to Morocco's imperial cities, the bustling port city of Casablanca is the modern, industrial and economic heart of Morocco. Perhaps take a stroll around the souks in the attractive Quartier Habous (new medina), or grab a bite to eat at Rick's cafe, which was inspired by the 1942 film 'Casablanca'.

Day 2 : Casablanca & Rabat

Location: Casablanca, Rabat

Meals Included: Breakfast

Casablanca - Rabat. This morning after breakfast, visit Casablanca's incredible Hassan II Mosque. Rising 210 meters into the air, it's the third largest mosque in the world and it can hold 25,000 worshippers at any one time!
Bidding farewell to Casablanca, drive to the imperial city of Rabat, Morocco's charming capital. The afternoon is free for you to independently explore. Take a stroll along the long stretch of beach that starts behind the medina, or just up the hill from the medina is the well-preserved Kasbah of the Udayas, dating back to the 12th century.

Day 3 : Volubilis & Chefchaouen

Location: Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis, Chefchaouen

Meals Included: Breakfast

Rabat - Volubilis - Chefchaouen. Departing Rabat this morning, drive to the Roman ruined city of Volubilis for a guided tour. Dating back to 40AD, Volubilis is Morocco's best-preserved archaeological site. Take in the highlights of this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site, including the triple arched Tingis gate, the columns of the Capitoline temple, the Basilica, the courthouse and much more.
Then continue your journey to Chefchaouen, nestled in the heart of the Rif Mountains. Known as the Blue City, Chefchaouen is arguably the prettiest town in Morocco, with its incredible blue-washed buildings and majestic views of the surrounding mountains. The rest of the afternoon is free to stroll around the Plaza Uta el-Hammam in the heart of the enchanting old medina, enjoy some local food and watch a beautiful sun set.

Day 4 : Rif Mountains & Talassemtane Np

Location: Talassemtane National Park, Chefchaouen

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning enjoy an excursion to Talassemtane National Park. Located on the eastern side of the Rif Mountains, this picturesque national park boasts vast forests of fir trees, cascading waterfalls, craggy cliffs and deep gorges. Talassemtane is also home to rare wildlife such as golden eagles, lynx and Barbary macaques. Take a leisurely walk to Akchour Falls and God's Bridge where you can relax with a picnic lunch while soaking up the breath-taking views. Return to Chefchaouen for an afternoon at leisure.

Day 5 : Unesco Listed Fes El Bali

Location: Fes

Meals Included: Breakfast

Chefchaouen - Fes. In the foothills of the Atlas Mountains lies the imperial city of Fes, the oldest and largest medieval city in the world. On arrival, take a step back in time on a guided tour of Fes el Bali - the mesmerising old walled city, with its labyrinth of 9400 alleys and cacophony of aromas, sights and sounds. During the tour visit one of the pungent leather tanneries that Fes is famous for, where you can enjoy wonderful views of the giant dye pits below, which are full of deep earthy tones.
Spend the afternoon at leisure. Relax or independently explore. Alternatively you can book an optional Tagine Making Class or a night of Moroccan entertainment and food at a restaurant in town (both payable locally).

Day 6 : High Atlas Mountains

Location: Fes

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fes - High Atlas Mountains. Departing Fes this morning, travel past the Middle Atlas Mountains and the orange groves around Aforer before ascending into the rugged High Atlas Mountains to the picturesque lake of Bin El Ouidane. Upon arrival relax by the swimming pool or on the terrace at your lake-shore hotel and enjoy the spectacular views.

Day 7 : Marrakech & Djemaa El Fna

Location: Marrakesh

Meals Included: Breakfast

High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech. Make the final leg of your journey this morning, travelling through the heart of the Atlas Mountains, where almond trees and juniper covered rocky ridges abound. Stop to admire the spectacular Cascades d'Ouzoud, - the highest waterfall in North Africa, before travelling on to Marrakech via the berber town of Demnate.
This afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech's old medina. Inside the rose coloured medina walls is a tangle of winding streets and alleys that open onto verdant gardens and bustling souks. At the heart of the medina is Djemaa El Fna, the city's exuberant market place and towering over it, is the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the tallest building in the city. Djemaa El Fna springs to life in the evening so be sure to return to the square this evening and experience it in all its glory!

Day 8 : Marrakech

Location: Marrakesh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your tour of Morocco comes to an end today, with an included transfer to Marrakech airport.

What's Included

Accommodation
4 star hotels & traditional riads
Breakfast daily and 1 picnic lunch
7 nights 4 star hotels and riads
Guided sightseeing - Volubilis, Fes and Marrakech
Services of a licensed English speaking tour guide for all included sightseeing
Casablanca airport arrival transfer on day 1 and Marrakech airport departure transfer on day 8
Driver and all transfers and transportation in private modern A/C tourism vehicles
All road taxes and tolls

What's Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture
Entrance Fees: USD$50-60pp, paid in local currency

Check out our Q&As

Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

4 star hotels & traditional riads
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Casablanca airport arrival transfer on day 1 and Marrakech airport departure transfer on day 8
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1998

Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Glyn and Senta Hawkings

Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen - 8 days

20-Jun-2022

We felt the tour was great. The destinations were well chosen and the accomodation was always appropriate to the town. One that stands out was Rabat where we had rooms in the Medina itself close to the markets. We felt we really were offered a full taste of the Moroccan experience at this stop. At other times it was a modern (though superb) hotel and a bus ride to get to the town for free time and this restricted us a little. In Fez we had no free time and this was a disappointment. The town tours with local guides were great. Overall It would have been a solid four star experience........ however.... Our guide and driver Abdul and Suleiman Bairha took the tour into a different class. They were always polite and sensitive to everyone's needs. They fulfilled every need with a smile. They ensured good compromises were agreed when customers needs differed and ensured long coach trips were occupied with information, entertainment and laughter. They took responsibility to minimise the inevitable dull processes of touring (ie hotel checking in etc) and accentuated the positives such as..... assisting in vital souk negotiations.....always pointing out interesting sights with much background history and explanation....and answering every question on the current culture and practices in Morrocco. I would give the tour 7 stars if I could with these two hosts.

Prudence Veal

Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen - 8 days

02-Oct-2023

Our tour with Hussein finished on arrival in Marakesh before we had the opportunity to evaluate our accommodation there. We stayed at a Riad called Dar Sahone managed by a young man called Samir. He was amazing. Nothing was too much or too difficult for him. I would highly recommend this Riad for his management alone. Rooms were spotless, breakfast good and he escorted us through the maze of taxi bookings, online tour bookings, even ordered us a pizza for dinner when we were too hot & tired to go out again in the evening. A smiling, genuine and happy young man who deserves to be acknowledged. He earns every dirham he is paid.

Gail Plowman

Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen - 8 days

02-Oct-2023

In Marrakech we stayed 2 nights at the Riad Dar Sahone which I would like to highly commend. The suites are beautifully appointed, soap etc provided, and the Manager, Samir, excelled himself in his personal attention to our needs extending to picking up pizza, a local map with specific directions and organising taxis to and from the Jardin Majorelle….we felt we could ask him anything and he would facilitate all! Thank you Samir!

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