7 DAY TOUR OF THE IMPERIAL CITIES FROM MARRAKECH
- Duration : 7 day
- Departure and arrival: Marrakech
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Embark on a 7 Day tour of the Imperial Cities. Explore Marrakech’s vibrant souks, Fez’s ancient medina, Meknes’ grand gates, and Rabat’s historic sites. Immerse yourself in Morocco’s fascinating history, architecture, and culture on this unforgettable adventure.
7-day, 6-night tour of Morocco in which you can discover the so-called Imperial Cities of Morocco. If you are one of those who enjoy monuments and architectural details, this route is made for you.
Discover all the corners and secrets that these monumental cities hold. You will visit Rabat, Fez, Marrakech and Meknes as well as the city of Casablanca where you can visit the Hassan II Mosque, famous for being one of the tallest temples in the world. You can also visit the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, famous for being one of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa. Enjoy this route full of history and culture with the help of our agency, organizer of trips to Morocco.
7 Day tour of the Imperial Cities ITinerary:
DAY 1: MARRAKECH AIRPORT – MARRAKECH
Pick up at Marrakech airport according to arrival time with a sign with the name of our agency VENAMARRUECOS and transfer to the city center (the medina), possibility of having a first contact with the famous Jamaa Lfna Square. Night in a riad in the medina.
DAY 2: MARRAKECH – CASABLANCA- RABAT
After breakfast, departure to Casablanca by highway to visit the economic capital of the country, the exterior and interior of the Hassan II Mosque and a short tour to see the most emblematic points of the city: the Boulevard de la Corniche, the Park of Nations and the Mohamed V square. Then we continue to the capital of the country Rabat, where we will visit the Royal Palace, the mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Hassan Tower, Kasbah Oudaya, Night in a riad in the medina of Rabat.
DAY 3: RABAT – MEKNES – VOLUBILIS – FEZ
After breakfast, departure to Meknes, the imperial city famous for its monumental Bab Mansour gate and the medina wall, where we will stop to visit it. We will also visit Volubilis, an ancient Roman city, where the best-preserved archaeological remains in Morocco are found, an area declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. It covers an area of 40 hectares and there you will have free time to leisurely explore the ruins and especially enjoy the magnificent mosaics. In the afternoon we will continue to Fez, where we will stay in a wonderful riad in the medina.
DAY 4: FEZ – FEZ (WORLD HERITAGE SITE)
Breakfast and guided tour of Fez, the oldest of the imperial cities. Founded in 808 as the first political, religious and cultural capital. You can begin your visit at the Golden Gates of the Royal Palace and then, from a high point, observe the wall that encloses its impressive and ancient medina, which you can walk through, experiencing the many sensations it awakens. Walking along it, you will discover mosques and madrasas, karabansarais and religious sites, themed districts, such as the tanners’ district and the artisans’ district. They brought their knowledge from Spain and have maintained the Andalusian art and style to this day, giving Fes the well-deserved name of the city of artisans. Accommodation in a riad in Fez.
DAY 5: FEZ – IFRANE – AZROU – BENI MELLAL – OUZUD WATERFALLS – MARRAKECH
After breakfast we will leave Fez and head south towards Marrakech, a long but beautiful journey that will take us through natural landscapes, rural areas, Berber villages… to the great Imperial city, the red city of Marrakech. We will cross the Middle Atlas Mountains passing through Ifrane and Azrou, with their famous cedar forests and ski resorts, then the small but interesting ancient imperial city of Beni Mellal and then visit the Ouzoud waterfalls, a spectacular 110m waterfall. Finally we will arrive in Marrakech where you can have your first contact with the city by walking at night through the Jemma El Fna square.
DAY 6: MARRAKECH – MARRAKECH
Breakfast and guided tour of the Red City “Marrakech”. A city famous for its Jemaa el Fna square, which will take up much of your time: an amalgam of aromas, sounds and sensations that cannot be repeated. The city also has countless places to wander around and enjoy: the Majorelle Gardens, the Menara, the Saadian Tombs, walks through the medina or the mellah (the old Jewish quarter), the tour of the walls and the modern city (Gueliz) with its Western ways of life.
DAY 7: MARRAKECH – MARRAKECH AIRPORT
Breakfast and free time to continue enjoying the medina of Marrakech. And transfer to Marrakech Airport (Menara) according to your departure time and end of our services
Discover Morocco on 7 Day tour of the Imperial Cities. Visit Marrakech, Fez, Meknes, and Rabat. Explore culture, history, and stunning landmarks.
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- The route can be adapted to your interests by also changing the departure and arrival point, don't miss it!
- Private tour, there will be no other people in the group.
- Pick up and transfer to Marrakech airport.
- Transport in Toyota Prado Landcruiser 4x4 or mini Bus with AC.
- English speaking driver/guide at your disposal throughout the tour.
- 6 nights accommodation on a half board basis except Marrakech breakfast only.
- Fuel, tolls and all expenses associated with transport.
- ?Local guides in Fez, Meknes, Volubilis and Marrakech.
- Flights.
- Drinks, lunch.
- Dinners in Marrakech.
- Entrance to museums, kasbahs, mosques...
- Anything not indicated as included.
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Our team designs your trip according to your preferences, completely tailored so that you can create unforgettable memories
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If you want to discover the true essence of Morocco, mix with its local culture, this is your place and live unique experiences, this is your place
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