Central Holidays

IMPERIAL CITIES & CHEFCHAOUEN ESCAPE

Africa & West AsiaMorocco Customizable Programs

Discover the highlights of Morocco on this classic journey through its most captivating cities. Travel from Casablanca to the blue washed streets of Chefchaouen, the elegant capital Rabat, the ancient imperial cities of Meknes and Fez, and the vibrant souks of Marrakesh. Along the way, explore Roman ruins, medieval medinas, royal monuments, and lively marketplaces. This well paced itinerary blends culture, history, and scenic landscapes for a rich and memorable introduction to Morocco....
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  • Day 1

    Friday: Arrival Casablanca

    Arrival at Casablanca Mohamed V airport. Welcome, assistance and transfer to the hotel in Casablanca. Check‐in, dinner and overnight.

  • Day 2

    Saturday: Casablanca | Chefchaouen

    Short visit of the Economic Capital, departure to Chefchaouen , optional lunch in Chefchaouen. Visit Chefchaouen, one of the most beautiful cities in Rif mountainous massif, known for its Medina of shady alleys, whitewashed houses with blue turquoise doors wrought iron windows and tile covered roofs. Dinner & overnight in hotel.

  • Day 3

    Sunday: Chefchaouen | Rabat

    Breakfast free time to explore the city , departure to Rabat, optional seafood lunch, after lunch join the group for visit of the administrative capital of Morocco with the Hassan tower, the splendid Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the Medina. Late in the afternoon, check‐in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 4

    Monday: Rabat | Meknes | Fez

    After breakfast, departure to Fez with visit of the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continue to Meknes. Lunch in Meknes and visit the city known as « the Moroccan Versailles » which was founded at the end of the 17th Century by Moulay Ismail. The sightseeing of Meknes will include Bab Mansour, the most preserved gate in Morocco, Hari Souani and the old medina. Arrival in Fez, dinner and overnight at the hotel.

  • Day 5

    Tuesday: Fez

    The whole day is devoted to the sightseeing of Fez, the most ancient cultural and spiritual city of Morocco. Visit of the medieval medina, the Medersas, the Karaouine mosque and the famous Nejjarine fountain. Moroccan lunch and continuation of the visit through the old medina where the clients will see different craftsmen still operating in the old oriental tradition. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight.

  • Day 6

    Wednesday: Fez | Beni‐Mellal | Marrakech

    After breakfast, departure to Marrakech crossing the region the middle Atlas and passing through Immouzer du Kander and Ifrane, a charming ski resort in the heart of a magnificent cedar forest. Stop at Beni‐Mellal for lunch and continuation to Marrakech. Little by little will appear the red earth of the country contrasting with the clear blue sky and the eternal green palms. Check‐in at the hotel, dinner and overnight

  • Day 7

    Thursday: Marrakech

    The entire day will be spent visiting Marrakesh, the second oldest imperial city known as the « Pearl of the South» with Medersa Benyoussef, the Koutoubia, the Bahia Palace and the Menara gardens. Return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, visit of the souks, the winding little streets and the Djemaâ El Fna place with its various and non‐stop entertainment: storytellers, snake charmers, fire‐eaters and more. Independent dinner and overnight at the hotel. 

    Optional : A Diffa Fantasia dinner will be served under caïdal tents at the famous «Chez Ali» restaurant while enjoying fantasia performance with camel and horses folkloric shows, and belly dancers.

  • Day 8

    Friday: Marrakech | Casablanca

    After breakfast, morning free at leisure for a final plunge into the atmosphere of Marrakesh or relaxation by the hotel pool. Moroccan lunch in Marrakesh. In the afternoon, departure to Casablanca. Arrival at the hotel, check‐in. Dinner and overnight.

  • Day 9

    Saturday: Departure Casablanca

    After breakfast, departure transfer to Mohamed V airport for return flight and assistance to the boarding formalities.