Moroccan Highlights Tour

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the medinas (old cities) and the Andalucian influences in the medina of Rabat; the the old city of Fes where the famous leather tanneries are known for their spectacle; the bustling bazaars of Marrakech and the travelling entertainers in the Djemaa el Fnaa square. We’ll also visit the historical sights of these royal cities and wander amongst the Roman ruins of Volubilis, renowned for its excellent mosaics.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Minimum Group Size: 4
Maximum Group Size: 15
Arrival Transfer: Airport transfer to hotel day 1
Fully Escorted: By Imaginative Traveller tour leader, services of local guides
Transport: 1st class aircon train, minibus
Activities: Extensive walking at sites
Accommodation: 7 nights tourist class hotels
Meals: As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
Entrance Fees: Included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary

TRAIN FROM MARRAKECH: Casablanca is a 3.5hr train journey from Marrakech. Tickets cost approx US$13.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Four Imperial Cities of Morocco
• Guided tour of the souqs and tanneries of Fes
• Soak up the atmosphere of Marrakech

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1, CASABLANCA: Arrive and check in to your hotel. No meals.

Day 2, CASABLANCA - RABAT: Travel to Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Walking tour of the medina, Kasbah des Oudaias, Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Tour Hassan. (B)

Day 3, RABAT - FES: Free morning to further explore Morocco’s capital. Afternoon departure to the exciting city of Fes. (B)

Day 4, FES: Guided walking tour of the fascinating medina and souqs (markets) of Fes, including the leather tanneries. (B)

Day 5, MEKNES - VOLUBILIS: Drive to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four ‘Imperial Cities’ and a fascinating place to explore. In the afternoon continue to the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Return to Fes for the night. (B)

Day 6, FES - MARRAKECH: We take the bus or train to the great city of Marrakech, Morocco’s most exotic city. (B)

Day 7, MARRAKECH: Morning guided tour of Marrakech medina. Free afternoon to soak up the atmosphere of the bazaars and the famous Djemaa el Fnaa square. (B)

Day 8, MARRAKECH: Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

DEPARTURE DATES

TRAVEL STYLE

You love to experience the culture and tradition of a destination but with a level of comfort and organisation that won't test your endurance. Explore without roughing it.

Maximum Group Size - 15: You love to experience the culture and tradition of a destination but with a level of inclusions, comfort and organisation that won't test your endurance. You enjoy the freedom of using privately charted vehicles but also understand that sometimes the best way to go is 'local'. Whether a seasoned or a first time traveller, you love to explore without roughing it.
Tour Extensions: Traveller-class Extension tours are non-group tours, available on request.
Included: All accommodation (usually in comfortable tourist class hotels on a twin share basis), transportation, many meals, and all entrance fees as included in the itinerary.
Single Supplement: (applicable to single travellers who wish to have their own room) Usually available and usually not compulsory (check your specific tour for details). Please note: Single supplements do not apply on all boats, overnight train journeys and whilst camping.[Read more about Imaginative Traveller travel styles]