9-Day Imperial Cities Tour from Marrakech

Day 1: Marrakech Arrival & Welcome

Morning: Arrive at Marrakech-Menara Airport (RAK), where our representative will meet you with traditional Moroccan hospitality. Afternoon: Private transfer to your authentic riad in the heart of the medina. Settle in and enjoy welcome mint tea with Moroccan pastries. Evening: Gentle orientation walk around your riad neighborhood. Introduction to Moroccan customs and safety briefing. Dinner: Welcome dinner at your riad featuring traditional Moroccan cuisine. Overnight: Marrakech

Day 2: Marrakech Complete Imperial City Tour

Morning (9:00 AM): Begin with the iconic Koutoubia Mosque exterior, then explore the serene Jardin Majorelle and Berber Museum. Mid-Morning (10:30 AM): Visit the magnificent Bahia Palace with its stunning courtyards and intricate tilework. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch at local restaurant specializing in Moroccan cuisine. Late Afternoon (2:30 PM): Navigate the bustling souks of the medina with your guide - spice markets, leather tanneries, and artisan workshops. Evening (5:00 PM): Discover the historic Saadian Tombs and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Djemaa el-Fna square. Dinner (7:30 PM): Optional dinner with traditional entertainment at Djemaa el-Fna. Overnight: Marrakech

Day 3: Marrakech → Casablanca → Rabat

Morning (8:00 AM): Depart Marrakech for Casablanca (3.5 hours drive). Mid-Morning (11:30 AM): Visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the only mosque in Morocco open to non-Muslims. Guided tour of this architectural masterpiece. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch at seaside restaurant in Casablanca with ocean views. Late Afternoon (2:30 PM): Explore the Corniche and see the Art Deco architecture of Casablanca's city center. Evening (4:30 PM): Drive to Rabat (1 hour), Morocco's capital city. Dinner (7:00 PM): Dinner at restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight: Rabat

Day 4: Rabat → Meknes → Volubilis → Fes

Morning (9:00 AM): Explore Rabat's main attractions: Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Mid-Morning (11:00 AM): Visit the Royal Palace exterior and the modern city center. Afternoon (12:30 PM): Drive to Meknes (1 hour), the Ismaili imperial city. Lunch (2:00 PM): Lunch in Meknes at traditional restaurant. Late Afternoon (3:30 PM): Continue to Volubilis (30 minutes) for guided tour of these impressive Roman ruins (UNESCO site). Evening (5:00 PM): Visit the holy city of Moulay Idriss, then drive to Fes (1 hour). Dinner (7:30 PM): Dinner at your riad in Fes. Overnight: Fes

Day 5: Fes Complete Medina & Cultural Tour

Morning (9:00 AM): Enter the 9,000-year-old medina through Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate). Begin at the famous Chouara Tannery. Mid-Morning (10:30 AM): Visit Al-Qarawiyyin University (oldest continuously operating university in the world) and adjacent mosques. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch at traditional restaurant in the medina. Late Afternoon (2:30 PM): Explore the Bou Inania Madrasa, see traditional pottery workshops, and visit the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts. Evening (5:00 PM): Walk through the Andalusian Quarter and view the exterior of the Royal Palace. Dinner (7:30 PM): Dinner at rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the medina. Overnight: Fes

Day 6: Fes → Beni Mellal → Marrakech

Morning (8:30 AM): Depart Fes, beginning the scenic journey back to Marrakech. Mid-Morning (10:30 AM): Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains with stops at panoramic viewpoints. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch in Beni Mellal, known as the "City of Gardens." Late Afternoon (3:00 PM): Continue through the High Atlas Mountains with spectacular scenery. Evening (6:00 PM): Arrive back in Marrakech. Dinner (7:30 PM): Dinner at your riad. Overnight: Marrakech

Day 7: Marrakech - Day Trip to Ourika Valley

Morning (9:00 AM): Depart Marrakech for the Ourika Valley (1 hour drive). Mid-Morning (10:00 AM): Arrive in the lush Ourika Valley, escape to the cool foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Late Morning (10:30 AM): Visit traditional Berber villages and learn about mountain life. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch at riverside restaurant with mountain views. Late Afternoon (2:30 PM): Optional hike to Setti Fatma waterfalls or relax by the river. Evening (5:00 PM): Return to Marrakech. Dinner (7:30 PM): Free evening to explore Marrakech dining options. Overnight: Marrakech

Day 8: Marrakech - Day at Leisure & Cultural Experiences

Morning (9:00 AM): Enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Choose from multiple options:

• Option 1: Shopping in the medina for leather goods, ceramics, and spices
• Option 2: Traditional Moroccan cooking class with local chef
• Option 3: Visit to a traditional hammam for relaxation and spa experience
• Option 4: Explore the Majorelle Gardens and Yves Saint Laurent Museum Afternoon (1:00 PM): Lunch at restaurant of your choice. Late Afternoon (3:00 PM): Continue chosen activity or explore new areas of the city. Evening (7:00 PM): Farewell dinner at upscale traditional restaurant with entertainment. Overnight: Marrakech

Day 9: Marrakech Departure

Morning (8:00 AM): Enjoy a final Moroccan breakfast with mint tea. Mid-Morning (9:00 AM): Last-minute souvenir shopping in the medina or final exploration. Late Morning (11:00 AM): Check out from your riad and final packing. Afternoon (1:00 PM): Private transfer to Marrakech-Menara Airport for your departure flight. Departure: Depart with unforgettable memories of Morocco's imperial cities and rich cultural heritage.