Culture & Heritage
8-Day Imperial Cities of Morocco Tour
Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez and Marrakech — the four imperial capitals and the blue city in one elegant cultural journey.
- Duration
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Start
- Casablanca
- End
- Marrakech
- Style
- Private available
Overview
Morocco’s imperial cities each served as the capital under different dynasties, and together they tell the story of the country. This tour combines guided visits with free time, so you enjoy both the history and the atmosphere.
The route starts on the Atlantic at Casablanca, heads north to Rabat and Chefchaouen, then through Meknes and Volubilis to Fez before finishing in Marrakech.
- Multi-Day
- Cultural
- Private
Highlights
- Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat
- Chefchaouen blue city
- Meknes and Roman Volubilis
- Two days in Fez
- Marrakech medina and gardens
Itinerary
- Day1
Arrival in Casablanca
Casablanca
Airport pickup and visit of the Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche.
- Stay
- Hotel in Casablanca
- Day2
Rabat to Chefchaouen
Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen
Visit Rabat’s Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas, then continue to Chefchaouen.
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- Stay
- Riad in Chefchaouen
- Driving
- Approx. 5 hours
- Day3
Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen
A relaxed day in the blue city with an optional walk to the Spanish Mosque.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Chefchaouen
- Day4
Meknes and Volubilis
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fez
Visit the Roman site of Volubilis and the imperial gates of Meknes on the way to Fez.
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- Stay
- Riad in Fez
- Driving
- Approx. 5 hours with stops
- Day5
Fez medina
Fez
Guided visit of the medieval medina, tanneries, madrasas and artisan workshops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Fez
- Day6
Fez to Marrakech
Fez → Ifrane → Beni Mellal → Marrakech
Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas to Marrakech.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Marrakech
- Driving
- Approx. 8 hours
- Day7
Discover Marrakech
Marrakech
Guided visit of the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs and souks, with the evening at Jemaa el-Fnaa.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- Riad in Marrakech
- Day8
Departure
Marrakech
Free time and transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included / Not included
Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Accommodation in hotels and riads
- Daily breakfast and selected dinners
- Official local guides in Fez and Marrakech
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and kasbahs
- Local guides in cities (available on request)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Accommodation
Carefully selected riads and hotels in each city. Upgrades available on request.
Transportation
Private, air-conditioned vehicle (4x4, minivan or car depending on group size) with an experienced English- or Spanish-speaking driver. Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off are included.
Route map
Drag, zoom and tap the markers to explore every stop on this route.
Stops on this route
Tour questions
Yes. Every itinerary can be arranged as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver. Just select "Private" in the inquiry form.
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