8-Day Private Tour: Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Fez – Bin El Ouidane – Marrakesh
This tour is designed for people who are interested in seeing the highlights of Morocco, including four royal cities, and would like to relax at Bin El Ouidane Lake. All accommodation has been selected to provide a luxurious (5-star), relaxing experience. Get inspired, but know that you can contact us to customize it.
Day
8
Best Time to Visit
US$2,379
Best For
Discover-Seekers
Best Time
Nov. to May
Tour Highlights
We have handpicked an outstanding hotel, perfectly located with a magnificent view, so that you can experience the Atlas Mountains and the beautiful lake Bin El Ouidane from sunset to sunrise.
View the awesome Mausoleum of Mohammad V and Hassan Tower. Explore a charming medieval fortress — the Kasbah of the Udayas and the grand Royal Palace.
Meknes is the youngest of Morocco's four imperial cities. It is best known for the meandering city wall and numerous classical gates. Bab Mansour Gate is the most famous of them.
Volubilis is one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Morocco, with the remains of settlements dating from the pre-Roman to the early Islamic periods.
The Royal Stables are the ruins of an early-18th-century complex that could once house 12,000 horses.
Fez is the spiritual capital of Morocco, visit the medieval medina to immerse yourself in Morocco's long history.
Enjoy a stay in a luxury Moroccan riad (courtyard mansion) to experience a setting like from the tales of “One Thousand and One Nights”.
Located to the west of the medina, near the Atlas Mountains, the Menara Gardens are Marrakesh's most famous gardens — an olive tree oasis.
Hassan II Mosque is the third largest mosque in the world. Located with its western third in the Atlantic, it commemorates Morocco's Arab ancestors who came from the sea.
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Itinerary Details
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Your private English-speaking driver will meet you at the airport, welcome you, and transfer you to your hotel.
In the morning, we will drive to Rabat, and visit all of the must-sees of the administrative capital: the Royal Palace (Dar al-Makhzen), the Ouadayas Garden and Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the Hassan Tower Mosque.
Then have an optional lunch before heading to Meknes, the capital during the reign of Moulay Ismail (1672–1727. It has the longest ramparts in Morocco at 40 km (25 mi), the famous Bab Mansour Gate, the Royal Stables, and the Jewish quarter.
Continue to the holy city of Moulay Idriss (where Idris I, founder of Morocco, is entombed) via the ruins of Volubilis, the Roman City.
Finish the day in Fez with accommodation at a luxurious riad.
A whole day is devoted to visiting the spiritual capital of Morocco: its medieval medina (‘old town'), the Bou Inania Madrasa (an Islamic school built in 1355), Nejjarine Fountain, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, and Karaouine Mosque (outside viewing only).
Typical lunch (optional) in a traditional restaurant located in the heart of the medina. In the afternoon, continue to visit the souks and Fez el-Jdid — the historical Royal Palace and Mellah (Jewish quarter) area.
Departure to Bin El Ouidane in the middle of the Atlas Mountains passing by the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane.
Lunch en route is optional. Stop at Beni Mellal, capital one of the agricultural regions of Morocco, then continue on to Bin El Ouidane lake.
Stay at a luxurious riad resort by the lake.
After enjoying the sunrise, journey on to Marrakesh.
An optional lunch is available in Marrakesh. The afternoon is at your leisure with optional activities suggested: a hammam (Muslim-style sauna) and spa experience or cooking lessons.
Explore Marrakesh, Morocco's second oldest imperial city called "the pearl of the south". Historical sightseeing includes the Menara Gardens, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, and Dar Si Said Museum.
After lunch (optional), spend the afternoon visiting the souks and handicraft quarters, then visit of the famous Jemaa el-Fna Square with its nonstop entertainment.
After breakfast, drive to Casablanca. Lunch on arrival is optional.
In the afternoon, tour Morocco's economic capital: the Central Market, Habous (Muslim religious) district, Royal Palace, Mohamed V Square, the leafy Westernized residential area of Anfa, and Hassan II Mosque for an outside viewing.
Breakfast is provided as is a transfer to the airport and assistance with luggage etc.
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Trip Notes
Here is more information about the tour as is. Every element can be tailored. Feel free to tell us your trip wishes, and we will be happy to make adjustments for you.
1) English-Speaking Driver
Your English-speaking driver will meet you with your name sign and see you off at the airport, as well as drive for you between the cities of Morocco.
2) Private City Guides
In Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis, Fez, and Marrakesh you will have a private English-speaking guide who will guide you to discover the sights and share their local knowledge and perspectives with you. Feel free to ask questions as our guides are able to provide you with insights into their local culture, history, and life.
3) Meals
Only breakfasts are included in the tour, usually buffet breakfasts at hotels. Lunch and dinner are not included in this tour design, but can be arranged at extra cost, and guides can offer recommendations.
4) Transportation between Cities: Views along the Way
A private vehicle is the main transportation tool for getting between cities in Morocco. Some days you may have a 3–5-hour drive to the next destination. Your private driver will make some stops along the way to help ease your journey and to soak in the views.
5) Accommodation
We've chosen our accommodation very carefully and picked the best possible hotels with a taste of local flavor. Please note that service and accommodation in Morocco may differ from Western standards.
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