Departure with flights from Rome Fiumicino - Milan Malpensa
7 overnight stays in a hotel with full board Meals in the hotel or local restaurants as per the program Transfers, tours, excursions Italian-speaking guide
8 days / 7 nights Duration
Flight included Transport
Italian tour guide Leader
2 / 45 persone Travel group
18/65 Age range
The Imperial Cities Tour of Morocco is a fascinating journey through the country's four historic capitals: Rabat, Fes, Meknes, and Marrakech. This itinerary allows travelers to explore the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Morocco, with visits to iconic monuments such as the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat, the medina of Fes, the majestic Bab Mansour in Meknes, and the vibrant Jemaa el-Fna square in Marrakech.
Each city offers a unique experience, from the complexity of the labyrinthine streets of Fes to the grandeur of the royal palaces and gardens of Marrakech. During the tour, travelers can immerse themselves in local life, savor traditional cuisine, visit artisanal markets, and discover the millennia-old history of these cities. The Imperial Cities Tour of Morocco is ideal for those who wish to experience an authentic and unforgettable adventure, exploring the vibrant heart of Moroccan culture and its architectural wonders.
Day 1 Italy/Casablanca
Departure from Italy by scheduled flight. Arrival in Casablanca and completion of customs formalities. Meeting with our assistant and transfer to the hotel. Check-in to reserved rooms. Dinner at the hotel (according to arrival time) and overnight stay.
Day 2 Casablanca/Rabat/Fes
Breakfast and departure for Rabat. Visit the capital of the kingdom with the Royal Palace (Mechouar), the Oudaya Kasbah, the splendid Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Hassan Tower. Departure for Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities, dubbed the Moroccan Versailles for its beauty, with lunch at a restaurant. Next, explore the city famous for its 40 kilometers of well-preserved walls, Bab Mansour, a richly decorated gate; the old Medina, the Jewish quarter, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Panoramic stop at Moulay Idriss, a holy city where the founder of Islam in Morocco is buried. In the late afternoon, pass by Volubilis, a Roman city, and continue to Fes. Check-in at the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 Fes
Breakfast. Full day dedicated to visiting the "cultural capital" of Morocco (twinned with Florence), the oldest of the Imperial Cities founded by Moulay Idriss II and cradle of the country's civilization and religion. Here was born the world's first religious university. Visit the old Medina with its universities (Medersas) Bou Inania, adorned with stuccoes, inscriptions, and floral motifs, and Al Attarine, with its bronze-decorated door panels and courtyard with alabaster columns. Continue to the Nejjarine Fountain, a masterpiece of decorative art with ceramic mosaics; the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II and the Karaouine Mosque. Lunch at a restaurant in the Medina. In the afternoon, continue the visit to Fes Jdid with its famous Souks (the most renowned in Morocco). Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 Fez/Beni Mellal/Marrakech
Breakfast and departure for Marrakech. During the journey, you will cross the Middle Atlas region, passing through Ifrane, which resembles an Alpine village, and the Berber village of Immouzer du Kandar, famous for its cedar wood craftsmanship. Stop for lunch at a restaurant in Beni Mellal. In the late afternoon, arrival in Marrakech and hotel accommodation. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 Marrakech
Breakfast. The entire day is dedicated to visiting "Marrakech the Red" (named for the ochre colors of its houses and monuments), the second of the Imperial Cities after Fez, founded in the 12th century by the Almoravid dynasty. This stunning and legendary city is renowned for its artistic treasures, Hispano-Moorish architecture, and green gardens. Visit the Bahia Palace, a sumptuous example of Maghrebi architecture; the Koutoubia Mosque, whose minaret is the city's symbol, standing 77 meters tall (including the pinnacle); and the Dar Si Said Museum. Lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, continue exploring the Souks in the Medina, concluding with the magnificent and unique Djemaa El Fna Square, a natural stage for storytellers, snake charmers, and water sellers. Return to the hotel. Enjoy a typical dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 Marrakech
Breakfast and rest of the day at leisure for relaxation, shopping, or optional excursions. Lunch at a restaurant and dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 7 Marrakech/Casablanca
Breakfast and departure for Casablanca. Arrival and a brief stop at Mohammed V Square, where imposing neo-Moorish style public buildings overlook. Lunch at a restaurant followed by a panoramic tour of Morocco's economic capital: the Habous quarter, the Royal Palace, the Medina the residential district of Anfa, and the exterior of the stunning Hassan II Mosque. Free time to enjoy a relaxing hammam session in a typical Moroccan bathhouse offered as a gift by Travellero. Don't miss it, it's a unique experience. Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 8 Casablanca/Italy
Breakfast (according to departure time) and free time until transfer to the airport. Completion of boarding formalities and departure for Italy on a scheduled flight.
General information about the trip.
Remember to bring a valid passport with an expiration date of no less than 6 months from the time of entry into the country. The currency of Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (darahim).
Visas and vaccinations.
No entry visa is required for tourist stays of less than 90 days, and there is no need for vaccination or any health certificate.
Emergency numbers
Useful numbers: 112 - Police: 19 - Ambulances and Fire Brigade: 15 - Roadside assistance on highways: 5050 - Italian Embassy in Rabat: +212 537 21 97 30, for emergencies on days when offices are closed: +212 661 221324
Available cancellation insurance
For the proposed packages, cancellation insurance is available which guarantees a refund of 75/80%, depending on the circumstances. In case you have valid reasons preventing you from traveling, there is a deductible of 20/15%
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