8 Days
Middle East tour
The Morocco Imperial Cities Tour is an 8-day immersion into the rich historical experience and attractions of Morocco. Interact with the locals, savor traditional cuisine, and engage in authentic experiences. Embark on your adventure in Rabat, then discover Fez and Meknes, places that promote the very old tradition of Morocco. Following that, continue to the fabulous Marrakech for more exploration of its places of interest and then to Casablanca for your flight home. This journey is a perfect introduction not only to Morocco tours but also as part of broader Middle East tours for culturally curious travelers. Whether you're planning Morocco alone or including it in your international trips, reserve your Morocco tour package today!
On landing at Casablanca Airport, your driver/guide will be at Gate 2 to meet you outside the airport terminal. From there, you start the northward journey toward Rabat, the capital of Morocco, for a hotel check-in for the night. This marks the beginning of one of the best Middle East tours in Morocco, promising a unique and memorable experience as part of our well-planned Morocco tours.
Activities: Transfer from Casablanca Airport to Hotel (Rabat)
Overnight in Rabat.
After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Rabat, delving into the historical richness of the city. The tour will take you to Chellah and Kasbah Ouddaya. Following your time in Rabat, you'll be free to explore the souks and bazaars of Rabat's old medina. This experience is a highlight of many popular Middle East trips and one of the most authentic tours to Middle East destinations. Later, head to 'Café Maure' on the banks of the Bouregreg River to unwind for Moroccan tea time, blending mint tea with Moroccan delights like Kaab Ghazal and Ghariba.
We will continue the trip to Fez, stopping at Volubilis and Meknes along the way. Due to its outstanding value, the archaeological site of Volubilis is granted UNESCO World Heritage Status. There, an able guide will take you through the remains of the Roman and Berber civilizations that flourished once. Then, after, proceed towards the City of the Imperial Meknes, a less commonly visited city in Morocco. Built by Moulay Ismail, who intended it to be the 'Versailles of Morocco,' you will meet your local guide to visit the famous gate of Bab El Mansour and Lhri, which are essential to the character of the city. Onwards to Fez. This route is a favorite among trips to Middle East for travelers looking for unique experiences during their Middle East holidays. For your information: Kaab Ghazal means the hoof of the deer in Arabic. These, along with Ghariba and Mint Tea, are symbols of Moroccan hospitality.
Overnight in Fez.
Meals: Breakfast, Tea break.
Local experience: Café Maure overlooking the "Abouregrag" River.
After breakfast, the guided tour of the imperial city will begin. Fez was the capital city of the kingdom before 1912. Today's visit will focus mainly on the Medina of Fes, founded in the 9th century and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the oldest university in the world. This experience is a highlight of many Middle East vacations and is featured in the best Middle East tours in Morocco for travelers seeking history and culture.
Your local guide will take you around to many prestigious sights and highlights such as the Bou-Inania and Attarin Medresas, tanneries, Ess-Seffarine square, the tomb of Moulay Driss, Nejjarine square, and the disputants of cabinet makers, as well as the Jewish quarter called 'Mellah'. Mali fully embraces the acts of Moroccan culture by visiting a pottery workshop under a master potter. Following lunch at a local eatery, you may either return to the hotel or walk around the old town at your leisure. This day is a memorable part of Morocco tours and a key experience for those exploring Middle East trips focused on authentic cultural immersion.
Additional information: One of the biggest and best-known Sufi festivals in the world takes place here each October, featuring performers from around the globe.
Overnight in Fez
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Local Experience: Pottery workshops
After breakfast, you'll be picked up by your vehicle to commence the 4-5 hours' drive to another imperial city: Marrakech. You'll pass through some charming villages of Imouzar and Ifrane. Later in the day, you will be descending to Beni Mellal, the most significant agricultural centre of Morocco. Then, you will continue your way to Marrakech. Once you arrive in Marrakech, the hotel will welcome you for check-in and your stay. This journey is a highlight of many tours to Middle East and a memorable segment of trips to Middle East for those seeking to experience Morocco’s diverse landscapes.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast.
Waking up and enjoying Marrakech is a dream for many; thus, this day must be dedicated to making the most out of it. After breakfast, our guide and driver will meet you for a guided tour of the "Ochre City." We will first visit the Majorelle Garden in the morning, named after the French painter Jacques Majorelle, who greatly endowed this art creation with his time and passion. After exploring Majorelle, we will proceed to Menara. Although its Arabic name means "lighthouse," it is essentially a pavilion surrounding a basin and a garden planted with orchards and olive groves. Next is a visit to the Koutoubia Mosque and passing through the Jewish quarter called Mellah. Following lunch at a local restaurant, conclude your visit with a carriage ride, or "Koutchi", to Jamaa El Fnaa. This itinerary perfectly captures the essence of Middle East holidays and is a highlight of many unforgettable Middle East vacations.
The more you know: Marrakesh is considered a holy city; Moroccans call it "the land of the seven men" in reverence for the great religious and Sufi scholars who lived for knowledge and worship.
Overnight: Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Local experience: Kotchi (Horse Carriage Tour).
After breakfast at your hotel, take the free day for yourself to explore Marrakech. Make your own Marrakech experience and interact with the locals, live in "Marrakechi" style, seek stories from storytellers and entertainment from snake charmers: Let Marrakech take you! This day is a perfect addition to the best Middle East tours in Morocco and a memorable part of any Morocco tour itinerary.
Overnight: Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast.
Wake up and relish a delightful breakfast at your hotel before setting off for Casablanca. Upon arrival in Casablanca, you will be welcomed by your local guide to tour the Hassan II mosque, a work of art standing tall on the Atlantic coastline of the city. This is followed by a city tour, particularly the corniche, the Habous quarters, and an exterior view of the Royal Palace. These experiences are highlights of many Middle East trips and feature prominently in popular tours to Middle East destinations.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Casablanca.
Have a slow and relaxing morning, reflecting upon your journey before departing to Casablanca airport for your homeward-bound flight. It is the closing note to the end of one of the best Middle East tours in Morocco and another memory in your trips to Middle East, thereby making your Middle East holidays truly unforgettable.
Meals: Breakfast.
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