Imperial cities of Morocco trip
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1799 USD
per Adult
Let your journey through Morocco’s imperial cities be shaped as one of our bespoke Morocco trips, crafted to reveal the country’s true character. Wander souks with a local guide, stay in beautifully restored riads, sample street spices on private food walks, and meet artisans in their workshops.
Designed for travelers who seek authentic, tailor-made travel, each itinerary reflects your pace, interests, and sense of discovery. Contact our specialists today to shape a journey that turns meaningful moments into lasting memories and brings Morocco to life in a deeply personal way.
Imperial cities of Morocco trip highlights
- Private Marrakech medina immersion: Lose yourself in Marrakech’s medina with a private guide, uncovering secret riads, spice stalls, and sunset views.
- Artisan-led Fez medina exploration: Explore Fez’s UNESCO medina with artisan-led workshops, meeting potters and dyers.
- Volubilis and Meknes heritage day: Step back at Volubilis' Roman ruins and stroll through imperial Meknes' grand gates.
- Rabat's royal and coastal highlights: Discover Rabat’s royal kasbahs, tranquil seaside promenades, and museum treasures with a local expert.
- Handpicked riads and culinary moments: Stay in handpicked riads, enjoy private cooking classes, and tailor-made dining moments.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casablanca | • Arrival at Casablanca Airport • Private transfer to the hotel • Leisure time | Casablanca |
| 2 | Casablanca / Rabat | • Anfa district and Ain Diab • Corniche stroll and Mohammed V Square • Hassan II Mosque (exterior) • Drive to Rabat • Kasbah of the Oudaias • Mausoleum of Mohammed V • Hassan Tower • Chellah Necropolis | Rabat |
| 3 | Rabat / Chefchaouen | • Free morning in Rabat • Kasbah of the Oudaias and medina walk • Mint tea with Atlantic views • Drive through Rif Mountains • Orientation walk in Chefchaouen | Chefchaouen |
| 4 | Chefchaouen / Fez | • Blue Medina exploration • Spanish Mosque viewpoint • Ras el-Ma spring • Kasbah and gardens • Late afternoon transfer to Fez | Fez |
| 5 | Fez | • Full-day guided Fez el Bali tour • Bab Boujeloud • Bou Inania Medersa • Kairaouine Mosque area • Nejjarine Fountain • Tanneries and Souk Attarine • Mellah Jewish quarter • Marinid Tombs viewpoint | Fez |
| 6 | Fez / Meknes / Marrakech | • Drive to Meknes • Bab Mansour • Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail • Haras de Meknes stables • Habs Qara prison • Continue to Marrakech | Marrakech |
| 7 | Marrakech | • Guided Medina tour • Koutoubia Minaret • Dar Si Said Museum • Bahia Palace • Djemaa el Fna square • Souk exploration | Marrakech |
| 8 | Marrakech / Essaouira | • Drive to Essaouira • 16-th century ramparts • Medina and seaport • Fish market • Artisan workshops • Seafood tasting | Essaouira |
| 9 | Marrakech / Casablanca | • Private airport transfer • Optional morning walk or souk visit • Departure | — |
Arrival in Casablanca
Arrive in Casablanca and clear customs and immigration before meeting your private driver for the transfer to your hotel. Your local host will welcome you and help tailor your first evening of Morocco travel to suit your interests.
Settle in and enjoy leisure time exploring the country’s largest city, with options such as visiting the Hassan II Mosque, strolling along the Corniche, or relaxing in a local café.
Casablanca and Rabat
Explore Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city and commercial capital. Walk through the Anfa district and Ain Diab, stroll along the Atlantic on the Boulevard de la Corniche, photograph the Hassan II Mosque, and take in the lively atmosphere of Mohammed V Square.
Continue with a scenic one-hour drive to Rabat to discover the Kasbah of the Oudaias, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Hassan Tower. Conclude at the Chellah Necropolis, where Almohad architecture and Roman ruins reveal layers of history, for an authentic and customized introduction to Morocco’s imperial heritage.
Rabat to Chefchaouen
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Rabat, with time to revisit any highlights you may have missed in one of the best places to visit in Morocco. With an expert local guide, explore the Kasbah of the Oudaias, the Hassan Tower, and the medina, pausing at a hidden café for mint tea and Atlantic views.
In the afternoon, travel through the scenic Rif landscapes to Chefchaouen, where you will settle into your tailor-made accommodation and enjoy an orientation walk through narrow blue lanes, artisan shops, and panoramic viewpoints.
Tips from Jana
Morocco Travel Expert
In Chefchaouen, take your first walk just before sunset, when the blue streets soften in color, and the medina grows quiet. Locals favor this hour for its calm atmosphere and the best light for photos.
Chefchaouen to Fez
Wander Chefchaouen’s iconic blue and white alleys at a relaxed pace, a scene that naturally complements a Moorish Morocco trip.
Enjoy a short walk up to the ruins of the Spanish Mosque for sweeping mountain views, visit Ras el-Ma, where the city’s fresh spring water emerges, and explore the restored kasbah and its gardens for a glimpse of local life and photography.
In the late afternoon, transfer to Fez, with time to unwind before exploring the medina the following day.
Full-day guided Fez tour
Explore Fez el Bali on a full-day guided tour that brings the city’s history and living traditions to life. Wander a maze of lanes, courtyards, and alleys, discovering fine woodwork in Souk Nejjarine, fragrant spices in Souk Attarine, and the colorful tanneries where leather is still dyed by hand.
Visit Bab Boujeloud, the Bou Inania Medersa, the 9th century Kairaouine Mosque, the Nejjarine Fountain, and the historic mellah Jewish quarter, then enjoy panoramic views of the medina from the Marinid Tombs just outside the city.
To Marrakech via Meknes
Depart in the morning for Meknes, often called the Versailles of Morocco. Explore the grand Bab Mansour, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the vast royal stables of Haras de Meknes, and the atmospheric underground cells of Habs Qara, enriched by local stories and encounters with traditional craftsmen.
Continue on to Marrakech, where your guide will help shape the next chapter of your Morocco itinerary with tailor-made suggestions, from private riad recommendations and hands-on souk visits to an evening at Jemaa el Fna sampling authentic Moroccan flavors.
Marrakech exploration
Explore Marrakech’s UNESCO-listed medina and discover architectural highlights such as the soaring Koutoubia Minaret, the ornate Dar Si Said Museum, and the 19th-century splendor of the Bahia Palace, an essential chapter of an imperial cities of Morocco trip.
Spend the afternoon in Djemaa el Fna sampling fresh orange juice and watching storytellers, musicians, and snake charmers bring the square to life. Wander the labyrinthine souks to uncover bespoke crafts, fragrant spices, and encounters with local artisans.
Essaouira coastal escape
Drive about three hours from Marrakech to Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage coastal town on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Its 16th century ramparts and walled medina frame sweeping ocean views and a laid-back atmosphere.
Enjoy a tailor-made exploration that may include strolling the old fish market and seaport, watching silver craftsmen and woodcarvers at work, and savoring fresh seafood by the harbor.
Departure from Marrakech or Casablanca
Your Morocco trip concludes with a smooth, tailor-made transfer from your riad to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport. If time allows, enjoy a final morning walk, a last cup of mint tea, or a quick visit to a nearby souk.
Our local team manages all logistics and personalized assistance to ensure a calm and seamless departure, and we look forward to welcoming you back to plan your next adventure.
