Escorted Tours 2023-2024

Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca Day 1: UK to Marrakech D Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to Marrakech. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, arriving in time for your first dinner in Morocco’s atmospheric capital city. Day 2: Marrakech to Casablanca B/D After breakfast, journey north to Morocco’s largest city, Casablanca, and uncover this modern metropolis stretching along the Atlantic coastline. On arrival, wander around the League of Arab States Park, a verdant area dotted with palm trees, before continuing to the Notre Dame de Lourdes Church with its exquisite stained-glass windows. Passing the busy shopping area of the Habous Quarter, you will arrive at the esplanade of the magnificent Hassan II Mosque which boasts the world’s tallest minaret. Check into your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay. Day 3: Casablanca to Fez B/D After breakfast, travel to Rabat for a half-day city tour of Morocco’s colourful capital city. Visit the Hassan Tower, a 12th century minaret built from distinctive red sandstone and one of the few parts remaining from the original Hassan Mosque, then explore the nearby mausoleum of Mohammed V with its stunning mahogany domes and intricate gold leaf decorations. Travel onward to the ancient Roman town of Volubilis, the country’s best-preserved archaeological site. Wander past crumbling pillars and intricately laid mosaics then delve deeper into Morocco’s historical fabric on a visit to Meknes. There, explore the settlement of the ruthless tyrant Sultan Moulay Ismail who founded this imperial city for his harem of 500 wives and 12,000 horses. View the Sultan’s resting place, which boasts some of Morocco’s best craftsmanship, mosaics and stucco then journey to Fez, arriving in time for dinner. Day 4: Fez B/D Brimming with history, numerous civilisations have settled or passed through Fez, leaving a legacy of palaces, mosques and museums filled with precious treasures. Begin your full-day city tour at the ancient medina of Fez, home to the architecturally rich Andalucian Quarter. Traverse some of the 9,000 streets of this maze-like district, passing some of the city’s oldest and Tour highlights ✔ Witness the magnificent Hassan II Mosque ✔ Uncover the sights of Casablanca, including a visit to the Notre Dame de Lourdes Church ✔ Discover Morocco’s colourful capital city, Rabat ✔ Explore Fez’s ancient medina ✔ Experience the breathtaking Ouzoud Waterfalls ✔ Enjoy a fascinating city tour of Marrakech ✔ Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains ✔ Visit the historic settlement of Meknes and Roman ruins of Volubilis ✔ Witness snake charmers, dancers and musicians in Djemaa El Fnaa Square Uncover Morocco’s colourful cultural offerings as you explore ancient medinas, spice-filled souks and dramatic Moorish architecture. Indulge your senses on this 8-day tour which incorporates the historic sights of Casablanca, breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains and the palaces, tombs and souks of Fez and Marrakech. Imperial Cities of Morocco Casablanca Rabat Marrakech Beni Mellal Fez < < •      Coach Air Nights 2 2 1 3 1 P R I V A T E T O U R U P G R A D E S F R O M £199 Africa 126 Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details