Moroccan Culture and Heritage Tour

Arrive at Casablanca, where you will be picked up from the airport and dropped to your hotel.

Get a guided tour of Morocco’s largest and Africa’s second-largest mosque, Hassan II. After this, you will be driven to Fez and will pass the cities of Meknes and Volubilis on the way.Meknes, situated just an hour away from Fez, is a city whose history drips of imperialism, grandeur, and magnificence. Back in the 17^th century, Sultan Moulay Ismail made Meknes the capital of his kingdom. While that was quite some time ago, the soul of a once kingdom capital can still be felt and experienced in this quaint city. There are so many things that you can enjoy here starting from Bab Mansour, which is the ginormous gate that serves as an entry point to this city. The wood carvings and beautiful tile work make this one of the most beautiful gates in the whole of Morocco.Volubilis is an ancient Roman occupation that dates back to 225 BC! While the structures are in ruins, they are still magnificent as ever, showing the might that the Roman Empire once possessed. A lot of the magnificence can be attributed to the fact that these ruins have been maintained really well over the years. Due to the preservation of these historically important structures, UNESCO has granted world heritage site to Volubilis

Today is the first of two half-day tours of Fez with your own private guide. They will help you explore the winding streets of the medina as well as giving you a full history of the city.Fez is the cultural and spiritual hub of Morocco, that has stood the test of time and has managed to retain its imperialistic charm. It is situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea and has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.Despite the modernization, what will enchant you is the old-world architecture that still prevails in different parts of the city. There are wonderfully designed mosques such as MedersaBouInania and Medersa el-Attarine, that even though don’t open their door to non-Muslims, can be seen from outside. The complexly done tile work is an absolute artistic delight.The King’s Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Jewish quarters are other well-known places of interest that one can explore. The King’s Palace is open only to the members of the Royal family. Others can enjoy viewing it from outside. Another noteworthy thing is that the city is full of fountains, just like important kingdom cities used to be way back in time. And given that it is still traditional, both men and women should cover themselves well when they are exploring the city.Contrary to what the world believes, the world’s oldest university is not anywhere else but at Fez. The University of Al-Qarawiyyin is supposed to have been established in 859 ADThe rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

In the morning, a driver will pick you up and take you for a journey to the famous blue medinas of Chefchaouen, the main city in the Rif Mountain region in the north of Morocco, and is undoubtedly one of the prettiest towns in the country. The city is dramatically situated, with blue and whitewashed buildings perching on the mountainside and small steep alleys, paths, and stairways winding around the tightly packed old medina. It remained a bastion against European influence until 1920 when the first Christians were allowed to enter, and the town retains a strong Arabic and Andalusian feel, with traditional wrought iron and beautifully woven lamps. Chefchaouen is a relaxed and tranquil town with a rather bohemian feel, and is a perfect antidote to many of the larger cities in Morocco, with superb views of the surrounding countryside.You will be in the vicinity of the Rif Mountains, as the city of Chefchaouen is on the foothills of the mountain. The medinas are small and can be explored by taking a walk around.

Today, you can explore the town of Chefchaouen further. You can take a journey uphill into the Rif Mountains, and get an enthralling view of the blue city of Chefchaouen. A vantage point to click photos of the town!

The driver will pick you up in the morning and take you to the coastal city of Tangier. The drive en route Tangier is mesmerizing. You will be staying here for 2 days.Tangier is Africa’s gateway to Europe and is situated at the confluence of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, standing tall over the Strait of Gibraltar and the neighboring European country Spain.Over the years, Tangier has been colonized or ruled by various entities – the Romans, the Arabs, the Portuguese, and many more. Needless to say, the cross-cultural influences are evident till date. There was a time when Tangier was literally a free zone and controlled by several European states. There was an unrestricted movement of people, and illegal activities could be openly undertaken. But today, this two-millennium old city is today an industrial hub and an important port for the Moroccans.

The first of the day will include a trip to the medina, where you will learn about the impact and historical relevance of the 20th century on this city. You will be free in the second half and can spend it leisurely, relaxing and strolling around one of the many beaches.

Morocco is in touching distance of Spain. No wonder, you will find towns that are influenced by the Spanish culture. Asilah is one of them. You can explore the elegant white colored medinas of Asilah, and enjoy some Spanish cuisine here. A nice break from the Moroccan delicacies you’ve been having for a week!Asilah is a fortified town on the northwest tip of the Atlantic coast of Morocco, about 50 kilometers from Tangier. It boasts a small, beautifully preserved medina with a picturesque location right by the shoreline. The town itself has a Spanish feel, with lovely whitewashed buildings and public artwork on the walls of many of the narrow alleyways. There are some beaches in the vicinity, which are not ideal for sunbathing but excellent for a relaxing stroll. Its history dates back to 1500 BC when it was a trade base for the Phoenicians. Asilah served as a base for pirates in the 19th and 20th centuries and was under the Spanish Empire during parts of the 20th century. Easy to navigate and soothingly low-key, Asilah is perfect for a day of relaxation between Morocco’s better-known destinations.

In the morning, you will leave for Morocco’s capital Rabat. In between, you will halt at Lixus, which is a site of ancient Roman ruins such as temples, baths, and 4th-century walls.Explore the Islamic and French influences of Rabat, such as the French-styled parks, and the very famous Hassan tower. If you are clueless about the sights to visit, you can hire a guide too!

Drive through the high way to reach Casablanca the metropolis and the economic capital of Morocco, in Casablanca, you will visit the Hassan 2 mosque, the only visited mosque in the morocco and the third-largest after Mecca. After lunch, you will explore the old medina including the Habous quarter and enjoy a beautiful sunset on the Cornish before checking to your hotel

Have breakfast, and then get dropped at the airport for your flight back home! Return home with fond memories