Étapes 1 & 6
Casablanca
Situated on the Atlantic coast, Casablanca hides some beauties, such as the Hassan-II mosque. The Hassan II mosque is the largest in the Maghreb and is considered one of the most beautiful for its grandeur and luxury.
This self-guided tour of the imperial cities is a classic of Moroccan travel. The palaces and medinas of Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes and Fez await you. Museums and souks are yours to explore… depending on your mood! And let’s not forget the richness and variety of Moroccan gastronomy, whether expressed simply on a café terrace or with panache in the finest restaurants. To fully appreciate the beauty of these exceptional sites, enlist the help of an accompanying guide. The history of these imperial cities will hold no secrets for you!
Regions visited during this trip to Morocco : Fez & the North | Marrakech & Surroundings | Atlas Mountains & Sahara
N.B.: This trip to Morocco is an individual tailor-made tour, to be personalized with our Morocco specialist advisors.
Étapes 1 & 6
Situated on the Atlantic coast, Casablanca hides some beauties, such as the Hassan-II mosque. The Hassan II mosque is the largest in the Maghreb and is considered one of the most beautiful for its grandeur and luxury.
Step 2
Located on the Saïss plateau, Meknes has the famous Bab el Mansour and Bab el Khamis gates, granaries, Moulay Ismaïl stables and the Sahrij Swani basin, a cousin of the Menara basin in Marrakech.
Step 3
The oldest imperial city opens its doors to the most beautiful medina in the Arab world: the Bou Inania medersa... You can also visit the Merinid tombs, from where you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the city and its ramparts!
Step 4
At 110m, the Ouzoud waterfalls are the most famous in the Atlas! And while you're there, you might even catch a glimpse of magot monkeys in the cedar forests!
Step 5
Located in the heart of Morocco, Marrakech, also known as "the red city" because of the color of its buildings, enchants visitors with its many lush gardens, culture, crafts and the famous Jemaa el Fna square, the lively heart of the city.
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Situated on the Atlantic coast, Casablanca hides some beauties, such as the Hassan-II mosque. The Hassan II mosque is the largest in the Maghreb and is considered one of the most beautiful for its grandeur and luxury.
Welcome at Casablanca airport. Transfer to your hotel. Morocco’s economic capital awaits you. Recommended city tour: the large esplanade of the United Nations, surrounded by the Palace of Justice, the Prefecture and the residential district of Anfa. Take time to visit the impressive Hassan II mosque (not open on public holidays and Fridays).
And take a detour down Avenue Mohamed V to admire its art deco facades.
Overnight in a hotel in Casablanca.
Early in the morning, pick up your vehicle and drive to Meknes. You can make a stopover in Rabat, the administrative capital, to visit the medina and in particular the old Jewish quarter. We also recommend a visit to the Hassan Tower, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, built in tribute to the king who died in 1961, and the Mechouar Mosque.
Continue on to Meknes and its famous Bab el Mansour and Bab el Khamis gates, its granaries, Moulay Ismaïl’s stables and the Sahrij Swani basin, a cousin of Marrakech’s Menara.
Overnight in a riad in Meknes.
End of the tour of Meknes in the morning before visiting the nearby Roman site of Volubilis. Arrival in Fez in the afternoon. Settle into a Riad and discover the medina, undoubtedly the most beautiful in the Arab world.
Overnight in a riad.
Spend the day in Fez, the oldest of the imperial cities, which for centuries was the cultural and religious center of the Muslim West. Discover the most beautiful medina in the Arab world: the Bou Inania medersa, Place Néjarine with its magnificent mosaic fountain, and the many souks.
Visit the Batha Museum of Folk Art, the Royal Palace and the Merinid tombs, from where you have a bird’s-eye view of the city and its ramparts.
Overnight in a Riad.
Departure for the Ouzoud waterfalls via Ifrane, a ski resort set in the middle of a vast clearing, and on to Azrou, a summer resort known for its craft cooperative. Crossing the Middle Atlas. Arrive in Ouzoud in the afternoon, early enough for a walk to the most famous waterfalls in the Atlas. You may be lucky enough to spot magot monkeys in the cedar forests.
Overnight in an inn.
You’ll have time for a final morning stroll before hitting the road again to arrive in Marrakech. Place Jemaa el Fna, the lively heart of the city, awaits you, unless you prefer to enjoy the peace and quiet of your Riad.
Overnight in a riad.
Spend the day in Marrakech, the ancient imperial city. Discover the majestic silhouette of the Koutoubia, the Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, seat of the Grand Vizier Ba Ahmed dating from the late 19th century, and the Dar Si-Said museum, former home of the Vizier’s brother, now transformed into a fine arts museum.
Don’t miss the dyers’ souk, the leather souk and the spice souk.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Head back to the Casablanca airport. The drive takes 2 hours on the national road. You can also return from Marrakech.
