8 DAYS FROM CASABLANCA
8 DAYS FROM CASABLANCA
In 8 days you can discover the ancient Moroccan architecture of the imperial cities and at the same time experience the excitement of a night among the great golden sand dunes of Merzouga.
This is an example of a tour that could also start from other imperial cities (Marrakech, Fez, Rabat). We can customize it according to your needs.
Day 1: Casablanca - Rabat
With a unique blend of ancient history, Andalusian Islamic architecture and modernity, Rabat, the capital of the kingdom of Morocco, is a destination for every visitor as it includes many attractions that attract visitors from all over the world. Here are some of the most important landmarks that distinguish it from the rest of the cities, we find the mausoleum of Mohammed V, which is one of the most important religious and historical monuments in the Kingdom, and includes both the mausoleum of King Mohammed V and his crown prince Hassan II, and is characterized by the beauty of its ancient architecture. After visiting the mausoleum of King Mohammed V, we will go directly to the Kasbah of oudeya: which is considered one of the most beautiful and oldest neighborhoods of Rabat, famous for its white houses with colorful windows, as well as its narrow streets, and its view of the Atlantic Ocean gives it a greater aesthetic. In addition to these two monuments, there is also the Hassan Hermitage, the Rabat Corniche and the Chalet ( an ancient Roman city located near Rabat). And we end the day with a Moroccan dinner in the most beautiful restaurants in the capital.
Day 2: Rabat - Meknes - Volubilis - Fes
After breakfast, you leave Rabat along the vast agricultural fields to the second imperial city of Meknes to take photos of the memories of the huge baby Mansour gate. Then proceed to the holy city of Moulay Idris. You will have time to rest in this beautiful small town before visiting the Roman ruins in Volubilis. Velili is a truly amazing place chosen by UNESCO as a cultural heritage site of mankind. We will head towards the great city of Fez in the evening of this day to spend our night .
day 3: Fes
The city of Fez, the capital of Islamic culture in Morocco, is distinguished by its ancient heritage and historical monuments that reflect the fragrance of Islamic and Andalusian history in the kingdom of Morocco . And here are some of the most important landmarks that distinguish it: the Old City (Fes el-Bali), which is considered the largest ancient city that retains its original monuments in the African and Islamic world, and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In addition to its narrow streets, traditional houses and various handicrafts that make it unique. The second landmark, the Al-Qarawiyyin mosque, is the oldest mosque in the Islamic world and one of the oldest universities in the world. Founded in the IX century AD, it is distinguished by its amazing architecture and a rich library of rare books and manuscripts. Also, the AL-attarin school, which is a Quranic school established in the fourteenth century AD, and is famous for the beauty of its ornaments, wooden carvings and gilded decorations, has increased the beauty of the city of Fez . The Al-Bu’naniyah school is another Quranic school built in the fourteenth century AD, and it is distinguished by its beautiful decorative facade and its towering dome.In addition to the Shura tannery, the oldest tannery in the world, traditional methods of leather tanning are used. You can visit this tannery and watch the leather tanning process up close. You can also visit Bab Bou jeloud: it is one of the gates of the Old City, and it is distinguished by the beauty of its green and blue sleigh. Carpenters market: it is a traditional market that sells carved wood and other craft products will surprise you.
day 4 Fes » Ifrane » Azrou » Midelt » Ziz Valley » Erfoud » Merzouga Dunes
Leaving Fez with its great history, and we will head to a totally different part of Morocco. On the way to Arfoud we will pass through many Berber cities and villages, the first being in Ifrane Azrou. Ifrane, known as Morocco’s Switzerland because of its Beauty and Cleans,and Azrou is a Berber village known for its handicraft cooperative. We will continue via Midelt, the Ziz River and a series of fortified villages before arriving to Merzouga ( camel excursion and overnight in Bedouin tents)
day 5 Erg-Chebbi » Merzouga » Todra Gorges » Dades Valley
You should wake up before sunrise to enjoy the magic of sunrise over the golden dunes of the Merzouga desert. There you will see what distinguishes the Rissani area from the rest of the region culturally and historically. And if we have the opportunity we will visit the Fossil Museum in Erfoud. Then we will head directly to Todgha Straits to discover its beauty, enjoy its breeze, and take souvenir photos. Then we will enjoy lunch in the most luxurious hotels in Tinghir and take a break, then make our way to Oued Dades and there is a host of surprises waiting for you.
day 6 Valle del Dades » Skoura » Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Hadou » Marrakech
After breakfast, we can enjoy one of the best views of the Dades Valley. We will do it from one of the most strategic places that the mountains offer us. From there we will be able to observe the many stalactites that exist and how beautiful each of them is, and then head towards a path spread by many stalactites of great importance. After several stops to enjoy the path of a thousand kasbahs, the Valley of Roses and the great palm grove of Skoura we will arrive in Ouarzazate and visit the Kasbah of Taourirt, the former residence of Ghallaoui or the Pasha of Marrakech, the cinema studios and the cinema museum if you are interested. Lunch in the village and in the afternoon we will leave again towards Marrakech and cross the mountain pass in Tizi Nteshka with a photo stop. . Arrive in Marrakech around 6pm, heading towards the hotel.
day 7 Marrakech - Guided visit of the Medina
Visit Marrakesh with its old city, its main historical monuments (tombs and mosques), kasbahs, the famous Djemaa El Fna square, the Majorelle de Menara gardens … We will realize that Marrakesh is the capital of tourism with the amount of foreign visitors or citizens that we find in its streets.
Day 8: Marrakech » Casablanca Airport Mohamed V
The last day of our trip with you, may be a difficult day due to the beautiful moments that we had with you and you lived with us. On this day we will head towards Casablanca to Mohammed VI airport to say goodbye to Morocco