10 Days Tour From Casablanca Heritage And Culture Of Fez And Marrakech Via Desert

INTRODUCTION:

Embark on a mesmerizing 10-day journey with Morocco Travel Destination from Casablanca to explore the rich heritage and culture of Fez and Marrakech via the desert. Delve into the remarkable landscapes, architecture, and traditional cultures of Morocco as you stroll through thousand-year-old ruins and discover the historic capitals of the country. From the imposing monuments of Fez to the vibrant life of Marrakech’s medina, experience the essence of Morocco. Conclude your journey in Casablanca, where historic souks and modern streets intertwine against the backdrop of eroded dikes.

HIGHLIGHTS:

– Full-day city tour of Fez with a local official guide.
– Drive through the scenic Tizi n Tichka Pass of the High Atlas Mountains.
– Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou.
– Camel ride for sunset and sunrise, overnight in tents amidst the desert.

PROGRAM DETAILS:

DAY 1: CASABLANCA

Arrival at Casablanca airport, pick up, and transfer to your hotel. Visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 2: CASABLANCA – RABAT – MEKNES – FEZ

Depart for Rabat, visit Kasbah Oudaïas, Hassan Tower, and the mausoleum of Mohamed V. Continue to Meknes, explore Bab El Mansour and the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Lunch in Meknes. Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis before heading to Fez for overnight stay.

DAY 3: FEZ

Full-day guided tour of Fez with an English-speaking guide. Explore the old medina, Mérinides tombs, Bouanania and Attarine madrasas, Karaouine mosque, Nejjarine marble fountain, Boujloud decorated door, royal palace, and souk. Lunch at a typical Moroccan restaurant.

DAY 4: FEZ – MERZOUGA

Drive to Merzouga via Ifrane and Azrou. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, visit Berber cities, and the Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga and spend the night in a hotel near the desert entrance.

DAY 5: MERZOUGA DESERT

Explore the Eastern Sahara with a 4X4 tour, visit nomadic villages, and see oases. Experience Gnawa music in Khamlia village. Camel ride to a Berber camp in the heart of the dunes for dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 6: MERZOUGA – TODRA GORGES – DADES GORGE

Watch the sunrise over the dunes, camel ride back to the dunes, breakfast, and shower. Drive to Erfoud, visit a fossilized marble factory, and continue to Todra Gorge for lunch. Proceed to Dades Gorge for dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 7: DADES GORGES – OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH

Return to Dades Valley, drive through Boutaghrar, visit Kasbahs and Ksours, Valley of Roses, and Skoura palm grove. Optional visit to Kasbah Amredhyle. Explore Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO heritage site. Overnight stay in Ouarzazate.

DAY 8: MARRAKECH GUIDED CITY TOUR

Sightseeing tour of Marrakech, visit Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Medersa, Koutoubia Minaret, and Majorelle Garden. Lunch at Ksar el Hamra, explore Djemaa El Fna Square. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 9: MARRAKECH

Free day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 10: MARRAKECH

Transfer to the airport for departure.

INCLUDED:

– Pick-up at your riad/hotel in Casablanca.
– Transportation in a comfortable vehicle.
– Driver/English-speaking guide.
– Dinners and breakfasts.
– Camel trek.
– Night in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast.
– Full-day city tour of Fez and Marrakech with local guides.

NOT INCLUDED:

– Lunch.
– Drinks.
– Tips.
– Entrance fees for museums.
– Personal expenses.

Embark on a cultural odyssey through the heritage-rich cities of Fez and Marrakech via the enchanting desert landscapes with Morocco Travel Destination.