Morocco Highlights Tour

Once you land in Casablanca airport, our driver will meet and greet you at the airport with a welcome sign and escort you to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your discretion.

After breakfast in your hotel, drive up north to Rabat, capital of Morocco. Your tour in Rabat includes Mechouar, Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, Kasbah Ouddayas, and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V. Free time to stroll around the souks and bazaars in the old medina of Rabat.

 After breakfast, you will be escorted by your English-speaking driver to Fez. En route to Fez, you will visit the Imperial City of Meknes which became known as the Versailles of Morocco due to its impressive buildings and elaborate monuments. Continue to the UNESCO listed Roman ruins of Volubilis. You will reach Fez in the late afternoon where you can explore the local market on own.

After breakfast, Until 1912, Fez was the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Fez has retained its status as the country's Artisan center. Your trip today will explore Medina of Fez— the old walled city. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was founded in the 9th century, and is home to the world's oldest university, the University of Al-Karaouin. Other major sites such as Attarine medresa, Qaraouiyine Mosque, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, Souk Nejiarine, and the Hebrew district Mellah can be found here. The rest of the day is free for you to walk around the narrow alleys of the old town on your own.

breakfast and dinner
Your English-speaking driver will take you to Erfoud. You’ll pass through a scenic forest of cedars and cross the Middle Atlas Mountain range to reach the mineral mining city of Midelt, where a stop for lunch (optional) is scheduled. When you arrive to Erfoud, take a 4X4 excursion to the desert of Merzouga. Ride on a camel and sand board, before enjoying the sunset in the desert. Stay overnight at a luxury desert camp.

breakfast and dinner,
Travel today between Erfoud and Ouarzazate with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver. Stop in the Todra Gorge, located just southwest of Tinerhir and some 110 km (65 miles) from Ouarzazate. After capturing stunning photos, you will continue the drive to Ouarzazate. Along the way, you will make a stop in Skoura, a beautiful oasis. At first glance, it resembles a thin, long, oasis, but if you have a chance to explore it, you will notice it is rather large and impressive.

After breakfast, You will enjoy breakfast at your hotel, and then depart to Marrakech via the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass, and the breathtaking Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou — the UNESCO World Heritage Centre where movies such as Gladiator and Jesus of Nazareth were filmed. Upon arrival in Marrakech, enjoy time at your leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

After breakfast, Today the city tour of Marrakech starts at the 12th century Koutoubia Mosque, her beautiful minaret dominates the skyline of Marrakech and can be seen from almost every approach to the city. You will also visit the El-Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the Koranic School Medersa. You are free to discover the colorful souks of Marrakech this evening.

After breakfast, Today you will cook your first Moroccan Tagine with a local family. This special experience will be followed by a visit to the Majorelle Gardens and the famous Yves Saint Laurent Exhibition. It is an exhibition of Yves Saint Laurent’s best creations from his time as a designer. Your night will end with free time in the vibrant heart of the Medina of Marrakech, Jemaa Elfna. Later you will be transferred to your hotel.

After breakfast, Today we head to Essaouira, a small medieval city, also known as Mogador, located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean (approximately a 3-hour drive from Marrakech), which was occupied in the past by Portuguese. Essaouira is famous for its annual festival of "Gnawa Music", for its relaxing atmosphere, and it is also a windsurfer’s paradise. This small town has attracted foreign visitors and artists for decades. Even Jimmy Hendrix, Mick Jagger and Cat Stevens were attracted by the mystical
atmosphere of Essaouira. On the way to Essaouira, we will enjoy a stop at an Argan Women’s Cooperative to see how they extract oil from argan nuts. Upon arrival to Essaouira, you can enjoy a tour of the old port, stroll along the harbor side and admire the Skala fortress with its ramparts and ancient cannons. You can choose to visit Essaouira's medina, which is a perfect example of Portuguese influences in architecture, the municipal market, the jeweler's quarter, and the crafts complex. Explore the city’s souks, with their rustic workshops, or eat fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants. Do not forget to enjoy a walk on the beach, where you can enjoy the fresh air and relax.

After breakfast, Today is a free day which can be spent at your leisure, or you can partake in a great variety of optional activities that Essaouira has to offer. You can choose between mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, sailing, surfing, wind surfing, kite surfing, camel rides, visits to vineyards, or trekking.

After breakfast, Enjoy your final breakfast, and then drive back to Marrakech for your outbound flight.