{"id":1589,"date":"2021-04-23T06:54:08","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T06:54:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/landandskytravel.com\/?p=1589"},"modified":"2021-04-23T06:58:25","modified_gmt":"2021-04-23T06:58:25","slug":"beautiful-morocco-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/landandskytravel.com\/index.php\/2021\/04\/23\/beautiful-morocco-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"BEAUTIFUL MOROCCO TOUR"},"content":{"rendered":"
Day 1 Saturday –\u00a0Casablanca<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival our staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Casablanca for the start of your trip. They’ll help you settle in and introduce you to the local area.<\/div>\n
Overnight Casablanca\u00a0(3 star –\u00a0Ibis Casablanca City Center<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(D)<\/div>\n
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Day 2 Sunday –\u00a0Casablanca, Rabat<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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We start today with a tour of Casablanca, Morocco’s economic capital. We’ll visit the central market, the Royal Palace, the Habous disctrict, Mohamed V Square, the Anfa residential area and the exterior of the impressive Hassan II Mosque on the seafront. After lunch we’ll head to Rabat, Morocco’s administrative capital and tour the old town, including the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Oudaya Kasbah, Hassan Tower, and Mohamed V Mausoleum.<\/div>\n
Overnight Rabat\u00a0(3 star –\u00a0Rihab Hotel<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B, D)<\/div>\n
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Day 3 Monday –\u00a0Fez, Meknes, Volubolis<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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We leave Rabat this morning and drive to the Berber town of Meknes. Formerly the capital of Morocco during the reign of Moulay Ismail, he transformed the town, constructing intricate gateways, beautiful gardens and at 40m the largest ramparts in the country. Next is ancient Roman city of Volubilis. Recently listed as a UNESCO world heritage site and dating back as far as 40 AD, Volubilis is home to some of the most impressive Roman ruins in North Africa. We finish the day with a short drive to the mediaeval city of Fez.<\/div>\n
Overnight Fez\u00a0(3 star –\u00a0Menzeh Zalagh Hotel<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B, D)<\/div>\n
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Day 4 Tuesday –\u00a0Fez city tour<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Over 1,200 years old, the city of Fez is a labyrinth of souks, mosques and spice filled streets. We delve into the fascinating history of the city with a full tour encompassing the Moulay Idrss mausoleum, Nejjarine fountain and the Bou Anania Medersa. We also spend time confusing our senses in the cacophony of noise surrounding the heady alleyways of Medieval Medina, home to tanneries, carpet shops and local restaurants before heading to Fez to explore the cities many varied souks.<\/div>\n
Overnight Fez\u00a0(3 star –\u00a0Menzeh Zalagh Hotel<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B, D)<\/div>\n
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Day 5 Wednesday –\u00a0Marrakech, Beni Mellal<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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We reluctantly leave Fez behind this morning and begin our journey back to Marrakech. Along the way we’ll skirt the foothills of the Atlas Mountains and pass by the Berber village of Immouzer Kandar and the town of Ifrane (in case of bad weather the itinerary may be adjusted and travel via Khenifra). We’ll also stop for lunch and a break in Beni Mellal which nestles on the edge of the mountains and is one of Morocco’s agricultural centres. You’ll arrive back into Marrakech this evening, the remainder of the evening is free, time to do some last minute exploration or shopping.<\/div>\n
Overnight Marrakech (4 star –\u00a0Mogador Kasbah<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B, D)<\/div>\n
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Day 6 Thursday –\u00a0Marrakech city tour<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Today’s tour of Marrakech begins with a trip to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minaret which has become a symbol of the city. We then visit the Menara Gardens and the Bahia Palace which hosts intricate and beautiful Arabic craftsmanship. In the afternoon we head to the lively souks around Jemaa El Fna square. Home to many different types of traders these bustling and aromatic streets are uniquely Moroccan. Today’s tour ends at the lively Djemaa El Fna Square.<\/div>\n
Overnight Marrakech\u00a0(4 star –\u00a0Mogador Kasbah<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B)<\/div>\n
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Day 7 Friday –\u00a0Marrakech, Casablanca<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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This morning we visit Majorelle Gardens (Jardin Majorelle), with its French-influenced architecture and colour schemes, cactus and palm collection, the result of 40 years of work by the French artist Jacques Majorelle, an oasis within Marrakech. After lunch we drive back to Casablanca for our final evening (if you wish, you can stay on in Marrakech and finish the tour here).<\/div>\n
Overnight Casablanca\u00a0(3 star –\u00a0Ibis Casablanca City Center<\/a>\u00a0or Similar)<\/div>\n
(B)<\/div>\n
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Day 8 Saturday –\u00a0Casablanca<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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You have some free time in Casablanca today until you are transferred to the airport for departure.<\/div>\n
(B)<\/div>\n
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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:<\/strong><\/h5>\n