Solo Escorted Tours 2026-2027

44 Visit our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours Africa & the Middle East FOR FULL TOUR ITINERARIES & DETAILED TOUR DOSSIERS SEE OUR WEBSITE Fez Marrakech Casablanca Fez Rabat What’s included? UK RETURN FLIGHTS With EasyJet from London. Regional departures available ACCOMMODATION By itinerary order: 4 H Grand Plaza Marrakech, 4 H Exe Casablanca, 4 H Barcelo Fes, 6 EXCURSIONS MEALS 7 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners EXPERT LOCAL GUIDE Lead-in price based on 18 Nov 2026 . Imperial Cities of Morocco Discover Morocco’s vibrant culture with ancient medinas, spice markets, and Moorish architecture on this captivating tour, featuring Casablanca’s history, Atlas Mountain views, and the palaces and souks of Fez and Marrakech. Discover what you’ll experience: DAY 1 – UK TO MARRAKECH: Depart the UK on your flight to Marrakech, Morocco’s vibrant capital city. Enjoy your first dinner in Morocco’s vibrant atmosphere. DAY 2 & 3 – CASABLANCA & RABAT: Travel to Morocco's largest city, Casablanca. Wander the League of Arab States Park and see the Notre Dame de Lourdes Church with its exquisite stained-glass. Pass the busy Habous Quarter en route to the Hassan II Mosque, which boasts the world's tallest minaret. On Day 3, journey to Rabat. Visit the Hassan Tower, built from distinctive red sandstone, and the mausoleum of Mohammed V, decorated with gold leaf. Explore the UNESCO-listed Ouadaya Kasbah, filled with Moroccan, Andalusian, and Islamic artistry, before heading to Rabat’s twin city, Salé, to admire its elegant marina and spectacular views of the Tour Hassan. Day 4 - FEZ: Numerous civilisations left a rich cultural legacy in Fez. See the Royal Palace’s imposing brass gates, the historic Fes el-Jdid Medina, and Baba Boujloud, the gateway from the old to new city. Discover firsthand the process of crafting Zellij tiles at a local pottery village. Wander Fez’s Andalucian Quarter, housing some 9,000 shops and the city's oldest mosques and schools, including the 1,200-year-old Al Kairouyine University. The district is alive with traditional trades - visit a tannery to learn about this centuries-old craft. DAY 5 - VOLUBILIS & MEKNES: The Roman town of Volubilis is Morocco's best-preserved archaeological site. Admire the mosaics of the Houses of Orpheus, Dionysus, Ephebus, and Venus, and the Triumphal Arch built to honour Emperor Caracalla. See the Basilica of Volubilis, once a trading centre and law court. In Meknes, discover the architectural legacy of Sultan Moulay Ismail, a ruthless tyrant who used slaves to build Meknes’ ingeniously- designed granaries and vast stables. Admire the imperial gateway of Bab el-Mansour and the Moulay Ismail mausoleum, filled with exquisite zellij, arches, and columns. Explore at leisure, then return to Fez. DAY 6 & 7 - MARRAKECH: Return to Marrakech for an evening at leisure. Your final day begins at the Bahia Palace, testament to Morocco’s cultural history and architectural intricacy. Visit the Saadian Tombs and Dar El Basha Quarter. Explore the Kessabine and Smarine souks and ancient former slave market of Rahba Kedima Square, where locals buy herbal remedies and ingredients for magic spells. In the evening, visit the world-famous Djemaa El Fnaa Square where an immense display of dancing, music, and snake- charming awaits. DAY 8 - MARRAKECH TO THE UK: Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Extend your tour Agadir Beach Stay 5 days, 4  All-Inclusive from £955 Atlas Mountains Extension 4 days, 4  Half Board from £549 JUN 2026 £1,599 SEP 2026 £1,799 NOV 2026 £1,429 MAY 2027 £1,899 JUN 2027 £1,799 SEP 2027 £1,849 NOV 2027 £1,599 MONTHS OF DEPARTURE & PRICES FROM 8 Days Solo Escorted Tour from £1,429 To travel with a mix of couples, friends, and solo travellers and benefit from a greater range of departure dates, join our Group Escorted Tour from £1,199pp Scan QR code to visit this tour webpage