Colors of Morocco

On a captivating adventure through a land of centuries-old culture and customs, discover the “Land of Sunset” and “Gateway to Africa” – the country called Morocco.

Welcome to Morocco! Arrive in Casablanca, the economic hub of the country. With no scheduled sightseeing today, spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. Depending on your arrival flights, you may join your local Tour Manager on a vicinity walk around your hotel to get acquainted with the area and share a first toast to the tour.

Discover Casablanca’s many facets today. Begin at the Hassan II Mosque, Africa’s largest functioning mosque, and enjoy a privately led tour to learn about its history and significance. Admire the intricate ceramic tilework and hand-carved stone of this architectural masterpiece. Immerse yourself in local life at a lively market where fresh produce arrives daily from nearby farms and take the opportunity to interact with vendors. Enjoy free time to explore the Art Deco neighborhood, a reminder of Morocco’s French colonial past. Later, step inside Rick’s Café,* the legendary setting inspired by the film Casablanca, and join your fellow travelers for a memorable dinner.

Depart from Casablanca this morning for Fes. En route to Fes, stop in Rabat** to visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, an exemplar of modern Moroccan design. On a privately led tour, you’ll learn about the mausoleum’s history and admire its intricate ceramic tilework, hand-carved wood, marble, and bronze ornamentation that make it fit for a king. See the Kasbah des Oudaias with its whitewashed houses and winding lanes. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own, then continue to Fes, where you’ll spend the next 3 nights in a traditional riad.