Morocco Imperial Cities Tour

Day 1 - Volubulis - Meknes - Fes

After your arrival at the Casablanca, Rabat or Fes airport, you will meet your escort who will be with you on your Moroccan journey.

You will explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubulis, sprawled amid a wildflower-dotted hillside, where the remains of palaces, baths, soaring arches and magnificent mosaics await exploration. Then, you'll travel through lush rolling hills studded with the fertile plains of ancient olive groves and vineyards which await you in the Ismalian capital of Meknes. Meknes is on UNESCO's world heritage list. After a pleasant lunch at the holy city of Moulay Idriss, you can explore the port of Bab El Mansour and Bab El Khamis.

Dinner and lodging are at a riad in the ancient city of Fes.

Day 2 - Middle Atlas - Fes

The Middle Atlas region reveals the hidden delights of a fragrant cedar forest filled with chatty Barbary apes, and the crystal air of the mountains that house rustic Berber villages. Admire the European charm of an Alpine-style village. Make a wish by a rushing waterfall, or stroll along a placid lakes in one of the many pleasant parks. In Azrou, you'll discover fine wooden handicrafts and handmade Berber rugs at the weekly market.

We'll return to the riad late afternoon. A sumptuous dinner will be held at a restaurant in the medina.

Day 3 - Fes

You will start the day with a traditional Moroccan breakfast, and then the tour is off to explore the ancient white city of Fes, one of the best examples of a preserved medieval city. Fes, founded in the 9th century, has been little unchanged since then.

A certified guide will help you explore the serpentine souks, where you'll find fine artisanal goods, rich carpets, pyramids of olives and rainbow-colored spices, sweet fruits and other delights. Or, visit the much photographed, colorful honeycomb vats of the tanneries and climb the Merenid Tombs, which overlook a stunning panorama of Fes.

The visit includes the following:

* Jewish quarter

* Synagogue

* The ramparts of Fes

* The gates of the Palace

* The panoramic view of Fes

* The pottery cooperative

* Tanneries

* Berber Carpet Demonstration

* Dyers Market

* Wood Museum / Najjarine

* Museum Batha

* Al-Qayrawan mosque

* Medersa Bou Inania

* Weavers Cooperative

* Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II

* Antiquitites' gallery

* Medersa Cherratine


Enjoy dinner at one of the many area restaurants.

Accommodation is at your charming riad in Fes.

Day 4 - Rabat

A morning drive to the capital of Morocco.

Rabat, a vibrant city with lush green parks, is entered through the enormous Almoahad Gate to the Kasbah des Oudaias, which is situated on a bluff overlooking the majestic Atlantic Ocean. Rabat offers a rich historical and cultural heritage. You will visit the exquisite 17th century palace which is now a part of the Musée des Oudaia (Museum of Moroccan Arts). Then the tour goes on to the Andalusian Gardens near the famous Tour Hassan, and a 12th century minaret which is intended to be the highest and the largest in the Muslim world. Or, you can view the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and King Hassan's regal palace.

Enjoy dinner at one of the many area restaurants.

Accommodation is at your charming riad in Rabat.

Day 5 - Marrakech

Marrakech is a name which offers up mystery and magic. That's a pink city rising out of the desert and against a backdrop of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. Furthermore, it is known as a city of contradictions where camels are tethered on the roadside and ancient souks exist with modern rose-petal strewn bistros and nightclub music. Veiled women move languorously along the avenues and young women in miniskirts zoom by on mopeds.

A certified guide is available to help you explore the ancient Bahia Palace from the days of the harem, which is now populated by a sentry of nesting storks, or ancient royal Saadian Tombs. Or, you may wish to enter the historic Jewish mellah where some of the best handcrafted jewelries of Morocco are sold. You can also visit the majestic Koutoubia Mosque - the largest mosque in the city.

Enjoy dinner at one of the many area restaurants.

Accommodation is at your charming riad in the ancient city of Marrakech.

Day 6 - Marrakech

You will spend the morning visiting the glorious Majorelle Gardens which are owned by international designer Yves St. Laurent. You then stroll along the ancient Menara pool, and then tour the ancient city wall and Palmerie.

In the afternoon, take time to explore the hidden treasures of Marrakech, and at the end of the day, be seduced by the world-famous Djemaa el-Fna open air market, where you'll find exotic snake charmers, Berber musicians, spinning acrobats and fortune tellers. The air is filled with curls of smoke rising from delectable kebobs grilled over coals.

Enjoy dinner in Djemma el-Fna, or at one of the many restaurants in the area.

Evening accommodations are at your charming riad at the ancient city of Marrakech.

Day 7 - Transfer to either the Marrakech or Casablanca airport for your home return.

Note:

- If you wish to modify the itinerary according to specific dates, interests or cities of arrival or departure, please advise them.

- Pick up from any airport, port or train station in Morocco is available.

- This tour can be extended or modified to end wherever guests wish.

- Children 2 years of age and below can stay free of charge.

- Children from 2 to 6 years of age get a 75% discount.

- Children between the ages of 7 to 11 years get a 50% discount.

- Children 12 years of age and above - Full cost.

We must receive a document in writing to inform us about your cancellation.

• Cancellation more than 60 days prior to your arrival date to Morocco: we keep 30% of the trip cost
• Cancellation more than 30 days prior to your arrival date to Morocco: we keep 50% of the trip cost
• Cancellation less than 30 days prior to your arrival date to Morocco: we keep 75% of the trip cost
• Cancellation less than 15 days prior to your arrival date to Morocco: we keep 100% of the trip cost

Our pricing policy is designed to protect both you and Marrakesh Voyage in the event something unforeseen prevents you from traveling with us.