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Morocco: Tangier to Marrakesh

10 days from $7,080

Departing: December 2027 - December 2027

There’s still time to discover in 2026. Selected departures are still available – simply call 1-800-759-7715 to find out more.

Journey from Tangier to Marrakesh through Morocco’s remarkable layers of history, where Roman ruins, medieval cities and vibrant modern life reveal a fascinating story of changing cultures and dynasties. At Volubilis, wander among the remains of the ancient capital of Mauretania Tingitana, while in Fez, one of the world’s most complete medieval cities, the narrow streets and historic buildings offer an extraordinary sense of stepping back through time. In Marrakesh, experience the energy of Jamaa el Fena Square, where storytellers, musicians and performers have brought the city’s traditions to life for generations. From ancient Rome to the great Islamic dynasties, this journey reveals a richly layered Morocco through its remarkable archaeological sites, historic cities and enduring cultural traditions.

Included

Explore Fez & Volubilis, with entrance fees included
All other visits as outlined in the itinerary
Expert Guide Lecturer & professional Tour Manager
2 nights at The Marina Bay Hotel, Tangier, 3 nights at the Hotel Les Mérinides, Fès, 2 nights at the NJ Hôtel, Rabat & 2 nights at the Kenzi Rose Garden, Marrakech
9 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 9 dinners
Tea or coffee with dinner
Private air-conditioned coach travel
Field notes, taxes & gratuities for local staff

Highlights

Explore the remarkable Roman site of Volubilis, ancient capital of Mauretania Tingitania
Enjoy the sensation of time travel in one of the world’s most complete medieval cities – Fez
Discover Marrakesh and its famous Jamaa el Fena Square with its storytellers, jugglers, musicians and snake charmers

Tour Itinerary

Arrive into Tangier and meet your expert Guide Lecturer and fellow travellers at your hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Marina Bay City Center, Tangier

Day 1 Tangier Kasbah

We start our explorations with Lixus, originally a Phoenician settlement and later Roman control. The site occupies a commanding position with spectacular views over the Loukos Estuary. A small portion of this large site has been excavated but we are able to see temple remains, a Paleochristian church, as well as bath complexes. Returning to Tangier for lunch, we spend our afternoon exploring this ancient trading city, once one of the world’s most popular literary hangouts.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Marina Bay City Center, Tangier

Day 2 Roman Phoenician Settlement

Today we make the long journey south to Fez, stopping en route at Chefchaouen, the stunningly picturesque blue-tinted city. Settled in the 15th century by refugees fleeing the Reconquista, the town was both a safe haven and strategic outpost in the Rif Mountains. After lunch, we continue to Fez arriving in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Les Mérinides, Fès

Day 3 Chefchaouen

Today is devoted to Fez, the most ancient of the Imperial cities on the north-south caravan route and one of the best-preserved medieval settlements in North Africa. We make sense of this magnificent muddle of mosques, minarets, palaces and squares with, at its heart, the warren of winding lanes which make up the old medina. We visit the odiferous tannery and admire the stunning architecture of its Mosques (from the exterior – Morocco is traditionally strict and prohibits non-Muslims to enter) including the Bou Inania Madrasa, founded in the 14th century and considered the epitome of Marinid architecture; the 9th-century Andalucían Mosque, built by refugees from Andalucía fleeing the repression of the Umayyads, and Qarawiyyin University, built in the 9th century and a smorgasbord of Moroccan architectural styles, including elements from the Almoravid and Almohad periods.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Les Mérinides, Fès

Day 4 Leather Dying

We spend our day at the most famous archaeological site in Morocco, Volubilis. The ancient city developed from the 3rd century BCE, largely because it is in a fertile area, but really came to its own in the 1st century AD when it became capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Many of the city’s most photogenic ruins, including temples, a basilica and a magnificent triumphal arch of Caracalla, date to this period when the city grew wealthy from the olive oil trade. This opulence can be seen in the scale of the elite residences which are decorated by exquisite mosaics, many of which are still in situ.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Les Mérinides, Fès

day 5 Volubilis

Leaving Fez, we travel west to Rabat, stopping en route at Meknès. Founded in the medieval period by the Almoravids and once capital of Morocco in the 17th century, the city also boasts a UNESCO listed Medina. We see the Bab al-Mansour gate constructed in the 17th century using zellij tilework and Roman columns and walking along its winding streets past a symphony of colours, street vendors and madrassas, we admire the façade of the Great Mosque.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: NJ Hotel, Rabat

Day 6 Meknes Medina

We enjoy a day in Rabat, starting with a visit to the Museum of History and Civilisation, which contains the most extensive collection of archaeological artefacts found in the country. The museum holds prehistoric and pre-Islamic collections, including objects uncovered by archaeologists working on the Roman sites of Volubilis, Banasa and Thamusida. We also see the Hassan Tower, a minaret of an incomplete mosque by the third Almohad Caliph in 1195, whose ambitions to build the largest minaret and mosque in the world were thwarted by his death. The tour continues to the UNESCO-listed Medina and Kasbah of Rabat, which is smaller than the medina in Fez.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: NJ Hotel, Rabat

Today we make the journey south to Marrakesh, arriving in time for lunch. The architecture of this vibrant city founded in the medieval period by the Berber Almoravids is decidedly Andalusian in character. In the afternoon, we explore the Kutubiyya Minaret, which is decorated in typical Almohad style and akin to the Giralda of Seville and the Hassan Tower of Rabat.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Kenzi Rose Garden, Marrakesh

Day 8 Koutoubia Mosque

This morning we visit the 16th-century Saadian Tombs, which includes a medieval necropolis and the Dar Si Said Museum, an elegant 19th-century Hispano-Islamic residence which today includes a museum of artisanal art works. After lunch, we explore the 16th-century Badi Palace, a sumptuous residence designed to showcase the power of the Saadian Sultans and Ben Yousef Madrasa. The day ends with a visit to the famous Yves Saint Laurent Museum in the Jardin Majorelle, which includes a botanical garden, and the Islamic Art Museum of Marrakech.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Kenzi Rose Garden, Marrakesh

Day 9 Bahia Palace

Depart for the airport or continue your trip at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 Chefchaouen

Accommodation

Overlooking the beach on Tangier’s Avenue Mohammed VI, the four-star Marina Bay Hotel is a short distance from the city centre and historic sights. Rooms feature air conditioning, flatscreen TV and seating areas, while some offer views of the Strait of Gibraltar. Facilities include an outdoor pool, spa, gym, restaurant, bar and terrace.

Set on the hills above Fès, Hotel Les Mérinides enjoys panoramic views across the old city and is surrounded by landscaped gardens. All en-suite rooms include air conditioning/heating, flatscreen TV, safety deposit box, hairdryer, electric kettle, mini fridge and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

Set in Rabat’s Hassan district, the contemporary NJ Hotel is within walking distance of the Museum of History and a short drive from Chellah. All 90 en-suite rooms include air conditioning, flatscreen TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee-making facilities, safety deposit box and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a restaurant and comfortable public areas.

Set in the Hivernage area of Marrakesh, just east of the Menara Gardens and a short drive from the historic medina, the Kenzi Rose Garden is surrounded by landscaped gardens. All en-suite rooms include air conditioning/heating, flatscreen TV, safety deposit box, hairdryer, electric kettle, mini fridge and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has three swimming pools and a spa and wellness centre.

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2027

4th December from $7,080

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