TOUR OF MOROCCO FROM TANGIER – 9 Days / 8 Nights

Morocco Tour packages – Morocco Desert trip – Marrakech day trips

Day 1 : Arrival/Tangier

• You will be welcomed and assisted to customs formalities at the port by your Expert English speaking guide.
• Begin the tour of Morocco from Tangier by the old Medina (subject to arrival time), the Kasbah;descend through the labyrinthine roads and alleyways of the Medina through the Spice Berber Markets and Amongst the Craftsmen.
• In the afternoon, continue the tour, Malabata cape to enjoy a general view, then continue through the new city with its large Boulevards, till arrive to Spartel cape (west Tangier) considered as the extreme northwest point of Africa where will see the mixture of the Atlantic with the Mediterranean.
• Visit also the caves of Hercules, located just 14kms west Tangier, is a place of stunning natural beauty and great archaeological significance. Apparently, this is where the mythical figure, Hercules, used to rest.
• Dinner and overnight at Ramada Les Almohades Hotel 4*

Day 2 : Tangier/Fez

• Morning drive to Fez through Rif Mountains and the charming town of Tetouan with a Spanish influence in the architecture.
• Continue 60 Kms south to Chefchaouen founded in 1471 by Moorish exiles from Spain led by Moulay Ali Ben Moussa. It was known as one of the main concentrations of Moriscos and Jews who sought refuge in this mountainous city after the Spanish conquest in medieval times.
• Its blue-rinsed houses and buildings, and mountain location provides a calm and relaxing
• Arrive in Fez in the evening
• Overnight at Fes Inn Hotel 3*

Day 3/ :  Fez

• Full day sightseeing tour of the spiritual and cultural capital of the country,we will take a closer look at the main monuments, University Karouine the oldest in the world, Medresa Bouanania a 14^th century college, Attarines Medresa considered to be the most beautiful Medresa in Fez.
• In the afternoon, continue the tour with discovery of the must see in Fez, the colourful Souks which will undoubtedly lead to a stopover at Fez’s famous Tanneries. Visit also “Mellah” the Jewish quarter once home of an important community.
• Overnight at your hotel

Day 4/ :  Fez-Volubilis-Meknes -Rabat

• Morning departure towards Casablanca, we stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis, stretched out over 40 hectares, and are the most well preserved ruins in Morocco, visit also the sacred town of Moulay Idriss 1^st.
• Continue to Meknes, visit of this city known as « the Moroccan Versailles » which was founded at the end of the 17th Century by Moulay Ismail. The sightseeing of Meknes will include Bab Mansour, the most preserved gate in Morocco, Hari Souani and the old medina.
• Arrive in Casablanca in the early evening
• Overnight at Bouregreg Hotel 3*

Day 5/ :  Rabat-Casablanca

• Morning tour of the white imperial city, visit of the administrative capital of Morocco with the Hassan tower, the splendid Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Kasbah of Oudaya and the Medina
• Departure to Casablanca
• Free time
• Overnight at Ajiad Hotel 3*

Day 6/ :  Casablanca

• Full day tour of Morocco’s Business capital, we start by the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, a true master piece of Moroccan architecture.
• Panoramic tour of Mohamed V square, the recently renovated Ain Dyab Corniche dotted with coffee shops, swimming pools and clubs; Hobous quarter and Royal Palace area.
• Overnight at your hotel

Day 7/ :  Casablanca/Marrakech

• Departure to Marrakech via the High way
• Afternoon arrival, free time to relax
• Overnight at Riad Mogador Marrakech

Day 8/ :  Marrakech

• In the morning, sightseeing of Marrakech, soak up the sights, scents and sounds of the city’s historic district.
• Start with the Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech’s landmark, and then the 19th century Bahia Palace, consisting of rooms decorated with stunning stuccos, paintings and mosaics. Saadien Tombsa necropolis richly decorated and Mederssa Ben Youssef a Koranic School dating from the 14th century and considered to be a master piece of Moroccan architecture.
• Afternoon visit of the Souks, the winding little streets and the Djamaâ El Fna square with its various and non-stop entertainment: storytellers, snake charmers, fire eaters and much more.
• Dinner show at Chez Ali restaurant Located in the Palm Grove just a few miles north of Marrakech. Chez Ali has been in business and entertaining guests for more than twenty-five years. The large arena offers the opportunity to enjoy an authentic Moroccan experience, with musicians, dancers, and a traditional five-course meal served in Moroccan nicely decorated Caidal tent.
• Overnight at Riad Mogador Marrakech 3*

Day 9/ :  Marrakech/Departure

• According to your flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your flight back

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