Présentation du voyage
Explore northern Morocco through a tour combining culture, nature, and relaxation. From Casablanca, discover the imperial cities: Rabat, Meknes, and Fes, true jewels of Moroccan heritage.
Experience a unique : hiking around Lake Ouiouane, discovering the sources of the Oum Er-Rbiaa and Lake Aguelmam Azgza, in the heart of wild and pristine nature.
Continue to the blue city of Chefchaouen, then enjoy the beaches of the Mediterranean Coast at Tamuda Bay and the cultural richness of Tangier. The journey concludes in Asilah, the “little Essaouira of the North,” renowned for its Portuguese ramparts and artistic charm.
A complete and unforgettable experience blending culture, adventure, and relaxation.
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Programme détaillé
Detailed Itinerary for the Imperial Cities and Morocco Trek Tour – 15 Days
DAY 1 – EUROPE – CASABLANCA (Half Board)
Arrival in Casablanca, airport reception and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2 – CASABLANCA – RABAT – MEKNES (B-D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a visit to the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Continue to Rabat with a stop at the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V. Arrival in Meknes, check-in at the Riad, free time in the medina. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 3 – MEKNES – MIDDLE ATLAS – LAKE OUIOUANE (B-L-D)
Morning dedicated to visiting Meknes: Bab Mansour, Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and the Royal Granaries. Lunch included, then transfer to Lake Ouiouane, in the heart of the Middle Atlas. Overnight at a lakeside inn.
DAY 4 – LOOP AROUND LAKE OUIOUANE (B-L-D)
Beautiful loop hike through a cedar forest. Meeting with nomads and immersion in wild and pristine nature. Picnic along the way. Dinner and overnight at the same lakeside inn.
Hiking duration: approximately 6 hours.
Accommodation: Inn.
DAY 5 – SOURCES OF THE OUM ER-RBIAA (B-L-D)
Hike through Berber villages and agricultural fields. Panoramic view of the salt river of Aït Ben Brahim, then discovery of the waterfalls and sources of the Oum Er-Rbiaa (1,275 m). Traditional tea by the river. Overnight with a local family.
Hiking time: 5.5 to 6 hours
Elevation gain: 150 m / Elevation loss: 550 m
Accommodation: Inn.
DAY 6 – OUED AÏT BOUMZOUGH – LAKE AGUELMAM AZGZA – SOURCES OF THE OUM ER-RBIAA (B-L-D)
Hike through Oued Aït Boumzough and immersion in the stork village “Aït Moha Oaamou.” Picnic in a cedar forest near the turquoise Lake Aguelmam Azgza (1,500 m), possibility of swimming. 1-hour transfer and return to the inn.
Hiking time: 6 hours
Elevation gain: 420 m / Elevation loss: 200 m
Accommodation: Oum Er-Rbiaa Inn.
DAY 7 – MIDDLE ATLAS – IFRANE – FES (B-D)
After breakfast, departure to Fes via the towns and villages of the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane, nicknamed “the little Switzerland of Morocco.” Check-in at the hotel in the medina of Fes. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 8 – VISIT OF FES (B-L-D)
Day dedicated to a guided tour of Fes: medina, Bou Inania Medersa, artisan quarters, tanneries, Nejjarine fountain. Lunch included in the medina. Dinner and overnight at the same hotel.
DAY 9 – FES – VOLUBILIS – CHEFCHAOUEN (B-D)
Transfer to the blue pearl Chefchaouen with a stop to visit Volubilis, then through the Rif mountains. Check-in at the hotel, free time to explore the medina. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 10 – CHEFCHAOUEN – TETOUAN – TAMUDA BAY (B-D)
Departure to the Mediterranean via Tetouan. Continue to Tamuda Bay and check-in at the seaside hotel. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 11 – TAMUDA BAY (B-D)
Free day in Tamuda Bay for seaside relaxation. Optional: Spa or excursion in the surroundings. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12 – TAMUDA BAY – TANGIER (B-D)
Transfer along the Mediterranean coast to Tangier. Check-in at the hotel, dinner and overnight.
DAY 13 – TANGIER – ASILAH (B-D)
Visit the main monuments of Tangier, then continue along the Atlantic to Asilah, nicknamed the “little Essaouira of the North.” Check-in at the hotel, dinner and overnight.
DAY 14 – ASILAH – CASABLANCA (B-D)
Drive to Casablanca. Check-in at the hotel, dinner and overnight.
DAY 15 – CASABLANCA – EUROPE (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time before transfer to Casablanca airport and return flight.
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Highlights of the Imperial Cities, Middle Atlas and Northern Morocco tour
- A complete tour of Morocco combining imperial cities, a trek in the Middle Atlas and discovery of northern Morocco between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.
- Visit Morocco’s imperial cities: Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes and Fes, with historic medinas and iconic monuments.
- A nature immersion in the Middle Atlas with hikes around Lake Ouiouane, the springs of the Oum Er-Rbiaa and Lake Aguelmam Azgza.
- An accessible, progressive trek through cedar forests, Berber villages and unspoilt mountain landscapes.
- Authentic encounters with Berber communities and nights in mountain lodges and homestays.
- Cultural discovery of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual capital: medina, madrasas, tanneries and traditional crafts.
- Exploration of northern Morocco: Chefchaouen, Tetouan, Tangier, the Kasbah and the Hercules Cave.
- A relaxing stay in Tamuda Bay, on the Mediterranean coast, with free time
by the sea.
- Discover Assilah, the little Essaouira of the North, famous for its Portuguese ramparts and artistic atmosphere.
- A well-balanced journey of culture, nature and relaxation over 15 days, with a comfortable pace and carefully selected stops.
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Trip Details – Imperial Cities and Northern Morocco Tour – 15 Days
This unforgettable Morocco tour invites you to explore the country’s most iconic imperial cities: Marrakech, the pearl of the south; Fez, the spiritual heart of Morocco; Meknes, renowned for its monumental heritage; and Rabat, the elegant administrative capital. The journey also includes a visit to Casablanca and the spectacular Hassan II Mosque overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Trip Code:
TMA-08
Level:
Easy
Duration:
15 days
Ideal Period:
Year-round
Transportation:
Tourist transport (Minibus)
Accommodation:
3 and 4-star hotels
Guidance:
Guides for visits to Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Tangier. Driver and French-speaking guide
Price includes:
- Tourist transport (airport transfers, tour)
- 2 nights in Casablanca on half board
- 2 nights in Fes on half board
- 1 night in Meknes on half board
- 1 night in Chefchaouen on half board
- 4 nights in guesthouses.
- 2 nights in Tamuda Bay on half board
- 1 night in Tangier on half board
- 1 night in Asilah
- Guides for guided tours of Fes, Meknes, Rabat, etc.
Price does not include:
- Airfare
- Insurance
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
Prix et prestations
Rates – Imperial Cities and Northern Morocco Tour – 15 Days
| Number of people | 0 to 4 pax | 4 to 6 pax | 6 to 8 pax | 8 to 10 pax | 10 to 15 pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person | $1,550 | $1,470 | $1,290 | $1,145 | $1,090 |
Included:
- Airport / hotel / airport transport.
- Accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels (local standards) or similar, including taxes known at the date of travel.
- Accommodation in guesthouses during the trek.
- All meals mentioned in the itinerary (35 meals) – beverages not included.
- Airport / hotel round-trip transfers in air-conditioned luxury coach.
- Excursions included in the program with transport in air-conditioned luxury coach.
- All guided tours mentioned in the itinerary.
- Services of a French-speaking local guide during the mentioned visits and excursions.
Not included:
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Excursions or visits not included in the program.
- All
personal expenses: travel insurance, phone calls, laundry, deviations or extensions, etc.
- Beverages during meals (except coffee/tea at breakfast).
- Tips for the tour leader, local guides, and drivers.