Imperial Cities Luxury Tour – 9 Days

Imperial Cities Luxury Tour – 9 Days

Immerse yourself in Moroccan culture on this travel program featuring unique experiences (think bespoke hammam experiences, desert camping and hot air balloon rides) and the very best in luxury pampering. You’ll stay in five-star hotels and riads, where you can relax after a few days of private guided tours and hands-on cooking workshops. Wander through the medieval medina, visit artisan workshops, and discover picturesque towns, ancient ruins, and delicious cuisine.

Highlights

  • Explore Morocco’s imperial city and blue-hued Chefchaouen

  •  Stay in 5-star hotels and luxury hotels

  •  Take a private cooking class with a chef

  •  Overnight in a luxury camp in the Agafay Desert

  • Fly over Marrakech in a hot air balloon

Brief Itinerary

Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrival in Casablanca Casablanca
D 2 Casablanca to Chefchaouen – A City Awash in Blue Chefchaouen
D 3 Fes – Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina & Hammam Fez
Day 4 Fes to Marrakech – Back Through The Imperial Cities Marrakech
Day 5 Marrakech – Medina & City Tour Marrakech
Day 6 Marrakesh – Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride & Afternoon Leisure Marrakech
Day 7 Night in the Agafay Desert Agafay
Day 8 Marrakech to Casablanca – the Atlantic Coast & Portuguese Ports Casablanca
Day 9 Departure from  Casablanca Departure

Imperial Cities Luxury Tour – 9 Days program itinerary

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Day 1 Arrival in Casablanca

Welcome to Morocco!

Your adventure begins when you arrive in Casablanca in the afternoon. Your private driver will pick you up from the airport and begin your tour visiting the Hassan II Mosque with the tallest minaret in the world. Not only does this landmark showcase the best of Morocco’s architecture, but it is the only mosque in Morocco whose interior is open to non-Muslims. So step inside and soak up the extraordinary craftsmanship, detail and divine ambience of this incredible site.

Relax for the rest of the evening in your 5-star hotel. Dinner tonight is up to you, but you will be recommended by your driver, who will take you to a number of luxurious restaurants near Morocco’s economic capital.

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D 2 Casablanca to Chefchaouen – A City Awash in Blue

Today, you will travel to Chefchaouen. This small city is a visual delight in blue; walls, doors, windows, stairs, alleys and arches – everything is a combination of soft sky blue and deeper, more vivid hues. Located in the heart of the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is known for its ‘Old Moroccan’ feel.

On the way, you will visit the majestic Hassan Tower monument, one of the most magnificent structures of the Al Mohad Dynasty. A curious landmark, the Hassan Tower is the minaret of a 12th-century mosque, a noble architectural project that was eventually abandoned. All that remains today is the red sandstone tower, 145 feet (44 meters) high, and about 200 columns of what would have been a wider complex. After wandering through the ruins, visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, where you’ll see the intricate tiles, mosaics, and handicrafts of the land and experience its first-class taste.


Lunch will be self-sufficient at the driver’s recommendation. Afterwards, you can explore the blue neighborhood of Udaya, which sits above the Atlantic Ocean. The picturesque charm of this neighborhood is the perfect starter on your journey today.

Departing from Rabat, you will travel to the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the blue city. Relax in your luxurious riad, or set out to explore this laid-back town at your own pace. The main square, Outa el-Hammam, is the place to watch the world go by.

Get a taste of local life by walking along the unkempt alleyways away from the tourist areas. This is a great place to buy handmade wool clothing, woven blankets, cedar wood furniture and other handicrafts from northern Morocco. Be sure to order a Maqlouba (inverted) coffee and watch the local women fetch water for their laundry from a nearby spring. You will have dinner at one of the best restaurants in town.

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D 3 Fes – Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina & Hammam

Your guide will meet you after breakfast to start your day exploring the medina of Fes. This UNESCO-protected medina is full of alleys an arm’s width and roads a donkey’s width. Your native Fes guide will share hidden stories and take you around secluded corners of the medina, where you will observe details of everyday life and stunning views of Fes madrassa and palaces. Your guide will help you get to know wonderful Fes as only a true local can. Be sure to ask your guide for lunch recommendations. There are many luxurious restaurants hidden in the humble doorway.

Fez is the center of Moroccan crafts and arts, and you will meet artisans and learn about the history and importance of their trade. You will visit a tannery and a mosaic workshop to observe traditional craft methods that are still used today.

You will end your day with a bath in an authentic Moroccan hammam. You’ll learn about the tradition and history of the hammam, and enjoy a rejuvenating experience in one of Fez’s most sought-after spa experiences. Most hammams offer a variety of services, including massages, baths and extensive treatment menus using locally sourced products such as argan oil.

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Day 4 Fes to Marrakech – Back Through The Imperial Cities

This morning you will depart from Fes, passing through Rabat and Casablanca, the most famous imperial cities in the Kingdom. You will stop at the latter for lunch on the recommendation of your driver. Make the most of your perch at sea and enjoy some incredibly fresh fish from the Atlantic Ocean, cooked in traditional Moroccan style.

After lunch, hit the road again; you’ll travel across the plains to Marrakech, nicknamed the “Red City” because of the vermilion clay used to build its buildings. Check your riad and spend the rest of the afternoon at a slower pace if you wish.

In the evening, the main square, Jemaa el Fna, comes alive with musicians, performers, snake charmers, games, food stalls and more. Jump into the spectacle and sample the food of the street vendors, or, if you want to admire it from a distance, sit in a café overlooking the square; this way you can watch the show while you eat. Whichever way you choose to dine, you’ll be in for a delicious meal, as Marrakech is considered the culinary capital of Morocco. enjoy!

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Day 5 Marrakech – Medina & City Tour

After breakfast, meet your private local guide who will take you through the charming old town of Marrakech. As you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll come across lively souks and a maze of alleyways. You’re sure to be captivated by the displays of djellabas, brightly colored babouches, intricately pierced lanterns, exotic cone mounds and the hustle and bustle of Medina life. Along the way, your knowledgeable and energetic guide will tell you the history and stories of the Red City’s medina, souks, and Mellah neighborhoods. Your guide will also give you recommendations for some of the best lunch spots!

In the afternoon, you will continue your private tour exploring places such as Bahia and the El Badií Palace and the Saadian Tombs. You’ll also see Jardin Majorelle, an iconic garden resort built over forty years by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later by renowned designer Yves Saint Laurent Laurent) resides. Stroll through two and a half acres of tranquil water gardens, visit Morocco’s only museum entirely dedicated to Berber art and culture, and explore Yves Saint Laurent’s galleries, all within the walls of this stunning urban oasis .

Day 6 Marrakesh – Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride & Afternoon Leisure

Marrakech sits where the High Atlas Mountains meet the vast plains. What better way to observe these contrasting landscapes than by flying over Marrakech in a hot air balloon at sunrise? You’ll be up early this morning so you can drive to the mountains and board the hot air balloon. Once high in the air, you’ll be able to watch the sun climb over North Africa’s tallest mountain, illuminating the red city in the distance below. After returning to the surface, you will have a Berber breakfast and return to Marrakech.

 Stroll through two and a half acres of tranquil water gardens, visit Morocco’s only museum entirely dedicated to Berber art and culture, and explore Yves Saint Laurent’s gallery, all within the walls of this urban oasis.

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Day 7 Night in the Agafay Desert

After breakfast, you will be free at leisure in Marrakech. Enjoy a final lunch in town before escaping the hustle and bustle of city life for an overnight stay in a luxurious desert tent.

You will travel from Marrakech to the Agafay desert at the foot of the mountain. While this desert has more stone than the Sahara, you’re bound to be captivated by the drama and romance of the scenery and atmosphere. Afternoon camel ride or 4×4 desert safari, followed by a traditional candlelit dinner in a beautifully furnished luxury tent.

Be sure to look at the stars before going to bed. Beautiful views so far away in your remote location!

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Day 8 Marrakech to Casablanca – the Atlantic Coast & Portuguese Ports

Depart early today to Casablanca along the coastline, visiting two ancient Portuguese cities along the way. Your first stop is El Jadida, where you will visit the hauntingly beautiful Portuguese Cistern. You can also stay to walk the city walls and explore the Church of the Assumption.

Next is Azemour, which has been inspired many Moroccan people’s artists over the decades, some of whom have chosen to live here. Despite the proximity to the cosmopolitan Casablanca art market, life here remains traditional. You’ll find plenty of artistic inspiration in the crumbling 16th-century medina squeezed between Oud Er-Rbia (Mother of the Spring River) and the sea.

Take advantage of the incredible abundance of the Atlantic Ocean with a traditional fish lunch as you travel. Your driver can take you to an authentic local fish market, where no-frills food stands serve some of the freshest grilled and fried seafood you can find. The traditional way of eating here is to buy your own fish at the market and have it cooked by a grill master for a small fee. You can also choose to order fish directly from many of these food stalls.

Upon arrival in Casablanca, check into a chic downtown hotel, then explore Casablanca’s trendy neighborhoods to learn how the locals live. Start your exploration at Maarif, home of the French-style market of the same name, and Ain Diab, a major seaside community with a Moroccan mall and miles of walking trails. The waterfront or Corniche are great places to people watch, especially when the whole city comes out for a walk before sunset.

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Day 9 Departure from Casablanca

Time to say goodbye to beautiful Morocco. Depending on your departure flight time, you might be able to do some last-minute sightseeing in Casablanca or enjoy refreshments at one of the traditional cafés. At that time, you will go to Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca to catch your flight.

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INCLUDED

  •  include Private tour
  • Daily breakfast Hotel accommodation and all transportation in Casablanca
  • Airport Full transportation with air-conditioning,
  • gas and driver English speaking guide and driver Overnight in Casablanca, Fes, & Chefchaouen and Marrakech ,
  • Tour Guide in Fes & Marrakech
  • including breakfast 
  • Daily including breakfast, free time to explore scenic spots, take photos, etc.
  • Customized and flexible stops
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NOT INCLUDED

  • Lunch
  • Travel insurance
  • Entrance tickets to monuments
  • Tips

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