North Africa – Morocco 11-Day Panorama Tour

Gather at Toronto Airport to board Air Canada for Casablanca, the largest city in Morocco.

After lunch, drive to Marrakesh, known as the “Red City” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marrakesh is one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, boasting numerous historical landmarks and
attractions. Overnight at Jaal Riad Resort or same class (2 consecutive nights).

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the famous Bahia Palace, once the largest palace of its time. Construction began in 1859 and was completed in 1900. It is the only palace in Morocco open
to the public, blending Islamic and Moroccan architectural styles.
After lunch, visit Jardin Majorelle, once beloved by French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.
Then head to Djemaa el-Fna Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where hundreds of stalls offer local snacks and souvenirs. The atmosphere changes from day to night.
Enjoy a complimentary Fantasia Show and a roast lamb dinner in the evening. Overnight at Jaal Riad Resort or same class (2 consecutive nights).

After hotel breakfast, travel along Morocco’s most beautiful and spectacular route to Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a traditional Berber village backed by the Atlas Mountains and facing desert oases. Famous movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars, and The Mummy were filmed here.
After lunch, enjoy a complimentary visit to Atlas Studios, where numerous major productions like Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and Ben-Hur were shot.
Overnight at Xaluca Hotel or same class.

After hotel breakfast, head to Todra Gorge, North Africa’s most breathtaking canyon with cliffs
over 300 meters high. In the afternoon, travel to Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Upon arrival, transfer by 4WD into the desert. You may choose to ride a camel to experience the endless dunes stretching to the horizon, and witness a stunning sunset in the Sahara.
Overnight at Desert Palace Hotel or same class

After hotel breakfast, pass by Morocco’s highest peak, Mount Atlas, and drive to Ifrane, known as the “Little Switzerland of Morocco”. Arrive in the evening at Fez, the oldest of Morocco’s four imperial cities.
Overnight at Marriott Hotel or Vichy Spa or same class (2 consecutive nights).

After breakfast, visit Fez Medina (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the country’s most beautiful old city. See the oldest leather tannery, copper workshops, textile weaving mills, mosaic factories, and more — each reflecting Morocco’s traditional culture and history. Visit a famous local leather shop.
Overnight at Marriott Hotel or Vichy Spa or same class

After breakfast, head to Meknes (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of Morocco’s four ancient capitals. Highlights include the Royal Palace, 25 km of city walls, the beautifully decorated Bab Mansour Gate with green and white ceramic tiles, and the elegant Sultan’s Mausoleum.
Then proceed to Volubilis (UNESCO World Heritage Site), visiting the Roman ruins built in the 3rd century BC.
Overnight at Hilton Hotel or same class

After hotel breakfast, drive to Chefchaouen, one of the world’s three famous blue cities. The streets, doors, and windows are all painted in various shades of blue, creating a charming and romantic atmosphere — a paradise for photography lovers.
Next, visit the White City of Tetouan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where almost every building is painted white.
Overnight at Hilton Hotel or same class.

After hotel breakfast, visit Rabat, Morocco’s capital, including city highlights such as the Royal Palace, Mausoleum of Mohammed V — a masterpiece of Arab architectural art, and the 44-meter-high Hassan Tower along with more than 300 remains of stone columns.
After lunch, travel to Casablanca, the largest city in Morocco, located along the Atlantic coast. It gained worldwide fame from the classic film Casablanca, earning a reputation as a romantic city.
In the evening, enjoy a farewell banquet at the legendary Rick’s Café, themed after Casablanca, with fine cuisine and the nostalgic melody of the famous song As Time Goes By.
Overnight at Barcelo Anfa Hotel or same class.

After hotel breakfast, visit the Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque in the world (interior visit included). It cost USD 600 million to build and can accommodate up to 100,000
worshippers.
In the afternoon, transfer to the airport and fly back to Toronto.