MOROCCO TRIP IN DEPTH

Day 1: CASABLANCA

Welcome to Morocco, a land of vibrant colors, ancient cities, and breathtaking landscapes! We will be waiting you at the airport with the Majesty Uk Travel sign for your transfer to the hotel. We are thrilled to have you here and can't wait to share the rich history and culture of this incredible country with you. From the bustling streets of Marrakech to the serene beauty of the Sahara desert, Morocco has so much to offer. You will be enchanted by the intricate architecture, the delicious cuisine, and the warm hospitality of the Moroccan people. Whether you're here to explore the vibrant markets, relax in a hammam, or take a camel ride through the desert, we're here to make sure you have an unforgettable experience. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to embark on an adventure you'll never forget!
For those arriving on time our Leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 7pm for the welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no other activities planned today, so you are free to arrive in Istanbul at any time.

It is essential
It is a top priority, please make sure that you have your insurance with you and it is important that you attend the welcome meeting (between 6 – 7 pm) as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Accommodation
Hotel – 4 Star or Similar 
 
Meals Included
Welcome Meeting
 
Optional Activities
Group Dinner

Day 2: CASABLANCA – RABAT - MEKNES

We start the day with the visiting  following destinations in CASABLANCA, United Nations Square, Mohammed V Boulevard, the historic Habus Square, and the II. Hassan Mosque, which has been registered as the tallest minaret (210 meters) in the world and can accommodate 25,000 people praying at the same time and up to 80,000 people in its courtyard, and has the ability to announce prayer times up to 35 kilometers with its laser lamp on its top, located in the Kornish area on the Atlantic Ocean coast. This amazing city known as the "White City" which is located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, is the largest city in Morocco, and has become one of the world's popular cities with its wide white marble structures. After Casablanca, we drive to Rabat the capital city of Morocco. 
We will visit the II. Hassan Tower (known as the unfinished mosque) and the Mohammed V Mausoleum, as well as the Royal Palace Square and the old city walls. Continuing our tour, we will visit the Kasbah des Oudayas (Kasbah), located at the mouth of the Bou Regreg river, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. After enjoying some pleasant time here, we will depart for Meknes, we settle into our hotel. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel, 4*Oum Palace Hotel, and similar.

Accommodation
Hotel – 4 Star or Similar 
 
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
 
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Casablanca
United Nations Square
Mohammed V Boulevard
The historic Habus Square
II. Hassan Mosque
II. Hassan Tower
Sightseeing of Rabat
Royal Palace Square and the old city walls
Kasbah des Oudayas (Kasbah)

Day 3: MEKNES – FES

After having breakfast at our hotel, we head to FES, which attracts thousands of tourists and leaves them in awe with its unique historical texture, and start our tour. We begin our tour program by hiking the Borj Hill, where we can see the magnificent view of this city, which is one of the holy science centers of Andalusia. After a short photo break, we visit the leather tanneries and Fes medinas (markets) with our guide, where traditional production has continued for thousands of years. 
After seeing the Neccarin fountain, Attarin Medrese, and Molla Ismail Tomb, we take a lunch break to taste Moroccan cuisine, and then continue our tour where we left off. We see the Fes Royal Palace from the outside, and then visit the Mellah Jewish Quarter and Andalusian Quarter, where the Merinid Dynasty settled after all Jewish citizens were expelled from Spain due to the Elhamra Decree. After our tour, we pass through the Bab Boujland, also known as the Blue Gate, and visit the Karavin Mosque and Medrese, which was built by Fatma El-Fihri, the daughter of a wealthy Tunisian family in 859 and added to the UNESCO World Heritage List as the world's oldest university. We give free time to discover this beautiful city, and then reach MEKNES by taking breaks in the Berber towns known for their cedar trees and natural habitats such as Azru and Ifran. 
We tour the city of MEKNES, which was first built as a camp and palace by the legendary sultan of Moroccan history, Mulay Ismail, and completed as the new capital of the 16th century. Places to see include the Mansur Gate (Bab Mansour and Bab Jemaa En Nouar gates), the Mulay Ismail Tomb, and the El Hedime square, which is the most important square in the city center. After our guide's relevant explanations, we settle into our hotel and have dinner. We stay at our hotel in MEKNES. 4*Hotel Transatlantique, etc.

Accommodation
Hotel – 4 Star or Similar 
 
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
 
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Fes
Borj Hill
Neccarin fountain
Attarin Medrese
Molla Ismail Tomb
Mellah Jewish Quarter and Andalusian Quarter
Karavin Mosque and Medrese
Sightseeing of Meknes
Mansur Gate (Bab Mansour and Bab Jemaa En Nouar gates)
The El Hedime square

Day 5: ERFOUD - AIT BEN HADDOU - ATLAS FILM STUDIOS - OUARZAZATE

After having breakfast at our hotel, we take our places in the vehicle waiting for us and head towards the Atlas Mountains, which begin from the north of the African continent and pass through countries such as Morocco and Algeria, and have a length of around 2400 km. We begin to feel the influence of the Sahara desert as we discover the different colors of nature and pass through the Tichka Pass, which is 2261 meters high. Our first visit is to the Ait Ben Haddou village, located on an old caravan route, which contains some of the most beautiful examples of Morocco's earthen and clay architecture. You will be greatly impressed by the atmosphere here, which has hosted many historic films such as Ben-Hur, Indiana Jones, The Mummy, and Gladiator.

After completing our visit to the village, we go to Ouarzazate, the center of the film industry, which is about an hour's drive away. We tour the famous Atlas Film Studios and listen to our guide's explanations about the sets where films are shot. You will be able to take beautiful photos in this fairy tale world, where you will feel like you're inside the movies. At the end of these enjoyable moments, we take our places in the vehicle waiting for us and head to our hotel in Ouarzazate for dinner. We will be staying overnight at our hotel, 4*Hotel Kenzi Azghor Ourzazate, and so on.

Accommodation
Hotel – 4 Star or Similar 
 
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
 
Included Activities
Ait Ben Haddou village 
Ouarzazate, the center of the film industry
Atlas Film Studios 

Day 7: MARRAKESH - Majorelle Garden & Souk Market - MARRAKESH

After having breakfast at our hotel, we start exploring the Medina region, which contains the old town. Our first stop is the house and exotic garden of French artist Jacques Majorelle, who fell in love with the country during his travels in Morocco years ago and decided to settle down here, purchasing the land and constructing a house on it. After his death, the house was purchased by the famous fashion brand Yves Saint Laurent, who commissioned the creation of a memorial monument. We then begin our city tour, which includes a panoramic view of the 18 km long walls that surround the city, as well as a visit to the famous Gueliz district, known for its luxurious and spacious streets filled with cabarets, bars, and restaurants. 

We visit the Kutubiya Mosque, which is a 800-year-old example of Hispano-Moorish architecture and an icon of Morocco, after we continuing our tour through the narrow streets of the SOUK market in Marrakech. Here, you can explore all the traditional corners of this world-renowned labyrinth, visit the handmade gift shops, fabric stores, and herbal medicine stores that sell centuries-old Berber remedies such as creams and Argan oil, and go shopping. After meeting with our guide again, we return to our hotel. Accommodation and dinner will be provided at our hotel in Marrakech, such as the 4-star Hotel Ayoup.

Accommodation
Hotel – 4 Star or Similar 
 
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
 
Included Activities
Majorelle Garden 
Kutubiya Mosque
Souk Market

Day 8: MARRAKESH