

RR10570
Rock the Kasbah.
Starting from | R10 570 |
Package Validity | Set travel dates: 10 JUN 2017 - 14 JUL 2017 & 09 - 29 SEP 2017 |
Duration | 11 days |
Destination | Morocco |
Starts in | Casablanca |
Ends in | Marrakech |
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- Return airport/hotel transfers
- Private transfers between cities as per itinerary
- 11 nights 4* hotel accommodation as per itinerary
- Selected meals as per itinerary
- Sightseeing & entrance fees as per itinerary
- Visit: Casablanca, Rabat, Fez & Marrakech
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SAT: Casablanca
You will arrive at Casablanca airport and then transfer to the hotel.
Overnight: Casablanca (D)
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SUN: Casablanca Rabat
Today you will visit the central market, the Habbous district, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, the residential area of Anfa and the exterior of the impressive Hassan ll Mosque in Casablanca. Later depart to Rabat where you will visit the Hassan Tower and the Mohamed V Mausoleum where Hassan II is also buried alongside his father; the Kasbah of the Oudayas and the Royal Palace.
Overnight: Rabat (BD)
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MON: Rabat - Meknes - Fez
Drive to Meknes. In the heart of the delightful Moroccan countryside, Meknes is one of Morocco’s most striking imperial cities. It is surrounded by 40km of defensive walls and a series of monumental gateways, the most impressive of which is Bab al-Mansour. Visit the Royal Stables and the Jewish quarter before departing for Volubilis. It was a thriving settlement until the 4th century, with fine mosaics, sculptures and kitchenware. The city’s architectural splendour is ample proof of its rich past. Thereafter continue to Fez.
Overnight: Fez (BD)
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TUE: Fez
The whole day today will be spent exploring Fez. Surrounded by walls, it is the world’s oldest and most intact medieval city, with some 9000 intricate streets and alleys, exotic overlapping souks and a timeless swirl of smells, colours and voices. A visit to the bustling Medina is like entering another world. See the Attarine and Bou Anania Medersas, Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss and 9th century Karaouine Mosque (from outside). In the afternoon you will visit a Koranic School. Thereafter you will have tea with a local family and visit a traditional over. The final highlight of the day will be sightseeing in Fez Jdid.
Overnight: Fez (BD)
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WED: Fez - Beni Mellal - Marrakech
Depart from Fez and travel south passing by the Berber village of Imouzzer du Kandar and the Cedar forests of Ifrane, the almost Alpine-like ski resort in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Continue through the fruit-growing region of Beni Mellal before arriving in Marrakech.
Overnight: Marrakech (BD)
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THU: Marrakech
Today you will explore historical Marrakech. Visit the 16th century Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Minaret. Return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handicraft quarters. Thereafter visit an art gallery.
Overnight: Marrakech (BL)
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FRI: Marrakech
Today will be entirely at your leisure in Marrakech. You could book an optional excursion or return to the Medina a browse through the myriad of stalls and stores some more.
Overnight: Marrakech (BD)
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SUN: Ourzazate - Zagora
After breakfast depart to Taznakth, famous for its Berber carpets. Continue south to Agdz, a small town located between Ouarzazate and Zagora. The road from to Zagora is dotted with palm groves and numerous Kasbahs, although most of them are mere ruins today. Stop at Tamgroute to visit the famous Koran library and underground Kasbah.
Overnight: Zagora (BD)
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MON: Zagora - Marrakech
After breakfast you will return to Ouarzazate following the same road till Agdz and then through the Middle Atlas mountains. Continue to Marrakech via the national road crossing the Tiz’n’Tichka Pass.
Overnight: Marrakech (BD)
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TUE: Departure
Transfer to Marrakesh Airport. (B)
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