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Continue to Fez, considered to be Morocco’s spiritual and artistic center, and see the magnificent entrance to the Royal Palace. Drive through the old Jewish quarter, travel to the traditional entrance to Old Fez at Bab Bou Jeloud, and follow your Local Guide through the labyrinthine streets of its Medina and the remarkable architecture of the Medersa Bou Inania. Next stop is the vibrant oasis of Marrakesh. Explore the “Red City” amid its sandstone walls and buildings with your Local Guide. You’ll visit Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs (or Badia Palace), the Djemaa El-Fna town center and colorful marketplace. Return to Casablanca for a panoramic drive to visit the Hassan II Mosque. Then, top it all off with a delicious farewell dinner to celebrate your Moroccan Escape!
2021 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN CASABLANCA, MOROCCO
Day1
Welcome to Casablanca! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Dinner
CASABLANCA–RABAT–MEKNES–FEZ
Day2
Follow North Africa’s infamous Barbary Coast to Rabat, once a lair of the corsairs and now the country’s capital. Enjoy an orientation drive to see the massive medieval battlements, the Royal Palace, and more. Continue to Meknes. Originally founded as a military settlement it was transformed into an impressive city in Spanish-Moorish style during the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismaïl. During your guided sightseeing, admire the monumental gates of the city walls, the mosques, and the palace. Visit the Royal Stables, constructed to house 12,000 of the royal horses. Next is Fez. Blessed with an ample supply of water and strategically situated, Fez became the capital of Morocco when the country shook off foreign rule under Berber King Idris in the 8th century. To this day, Fez has remained Morocco’s spiritual and artistic center.
Today’s Distance: 224 mi / 360 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
FEZ
Day3
Admire the magnificent entrance to the Royal Palace, drive through the Mellah, the old Jewish quarter, and travel on to Bab Bou Jeloud, the traditional entrance to Old Fez. Your Local Guide also leads you through labyrinthine Medina and Medersa Bou Inania. Tonight, an optional folklore dinner completes a fascinating day.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
FEZ–MARRAKESH
Day4
A scenic drive through this fascinating country will take you to Marrakesh, beautifully located in an oasis, and also known as the “Red City” for its red walls and red sandstone buildings.
Today’s Distance: 332 mi / 535 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MARRAKESH
Day5
Follow your Local Guide and visit Bahia Palace, the 16th-century Saadian Tombs (if closed, visit the Badia Palaceinstead), and to Djemaa El-Fna, the vibrant town center dominated by the 222-foot-high Koutoubia Minaret. In the evening, an exciting optional excursion is available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MARRAKESH–CASABLANCA
Day6
Return to Casablanca and join your Local Guide, on a panoramic drive, featuring a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, a splendid monument designed to mark the end of the century. This evening, LF a farewell dinner at one of Casablanca’s lively restaurants celebrates your Moroccan Escape.
Today’s Distance: 174 mi / 280 km .
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
CASABLANCA
Day7
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Barcelo Casablanca
First-Class
This modern hotel on central Boulevard d'Anfa is in an ideal position to visit the old town, the impressive Hassan II Mosque, and the vibrant market with its endless multi-colored carpet of spices, flowers, and local produce. Rooms are air-conditioned and have a minibar. Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Guests can enjoy a refreshing drink at the bar or taste Moroccan or Spanish cuisine at the on-site restaurant.
Location
139 Blvd d'Anfa, Casablanca, Morocco
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Currency Exchange
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Television
- Mini-bar
- Pay Movies
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
Barcelo Fez Medina
First-Class
A hotel that combines comfort and functionality which can be seen in its modern rooms decorated in a contemporary style with designer furniture.
Location
53 Avenue Hassan Ii, Fez, Morocco
Hotel Facilities
- Spa Services
- Beauty Salon
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Toiletries
Novotel Marrakesh Hivernage
First-Class
This modern 112-room is located in the new Hivernage area of Marrakech. The hotel brasserie is open daily for lunch and dinner, there is a relaxing outdoor swimming pool with poolside bar and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Location
Rue Haroun Errachid, Quartier de l'hivernage, Marrakesh, Morocco
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Pool
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Smoking Rooms
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Room Service
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Hair Dryer
