Highlights of Morocco Tour: History, Culture and Desert Landscapes Await
From the grandeur of Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque to the vibrant chaos of Marrakesh's Jemaa El Fna, a highlights of Morocco tour reveals an endlessly fascinating country at every step.
Discover Morocco's Rich Tapestry
A highlights of Morocco tour is one of travel's great privileges — a journey through imperial cities, sweeping mountain scenery and timeless desert landscapes that few other destinations can rival. From the Atlantic coast to the edge of the Sahara, Morocco offers mature cultural travellers a remarkable depth of history, architecture and human warmth at every turn.
Casablanca and Rabat: Where the Journey Begins
Your adventure opens in Casablanca, where a warm welcome sets the tone for the days ahead. A guided city tour takes in the lively Central Market before delivering you to the awe-inspiring Hassan II Mosque — one of the largest mosques in the world, its minaret rising dramatically against the Atlantic sky. Continuing north to Rabat, Morocco's elegant capital, you'll admire the Royal Palace, wander the shaded Oudayas Gardens and stand before the centuries-old Hassan Tower, a monument that speaks volumes about the country's storied past.
Fes: The Spiritual Heart of Morocco
No Morocco tour itinerary is complete without time in Fes. The ancient Fes Medina — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — draws you into a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with hidden mosques, ornate madrasas and artisan workshops. Watch leather tanners at work in the famous tanneries, a craft unchanged for centuries. Evenings here, over a candlelit dinner of slow-cooked tagine, feel genuinely memorable.
The Middle Atlas, Erfoud and the Road South
Leaving Fes behind, the route climbs into the Middle Atlas mountains, passing through the charming alpine town of Ifrane and the quieter reaches of Midelt. The landscape shifts dramatically as you descend towards Erfoud, a tranquil desert town that serves as a gateway to the great erg. From here, the journey continues to Ouarzazate, where the iconic Ait Benhaddou kasbah — a UNESCO-listed fortified village familiar from countless Hollywood productions — stands in extraordinary ochre silence against the desert hills. It is the kind of place that reminds you why you travel.
Marrakesh: Colour, Rhythm and Tradition
The tour reaches its crescendo in Marrakesh. Stroll through the opulent rooms of the Bahia Palace, lose yourself in the city's famous souks, and as evening falls, join the extraordinary theatre of Jemaa El Fna square — storytellers, musicians and street food vendors creating a sensory experience unlike anywhere else on earth. The Marrakech Cultural Escape (8 days from £449) is an ideal complement for travellers who wish to linger longer in this extraordinary city, taking in the Koutoubia Mosque and the Medina at a more leisurely pace.
Plan Your Cultural Holiday in Morocco
Whether you are drawn by ancient architecture, Berber traditions or simply the romance of the desert road, a casablanca to marrakesh holiday delivers experiences that stay with you long after you return home. Get in touch with Citibond Holidays to find out more about availability, departure dates and everything included in this carefully crafted itinerary — your Moroccan adventure is closer than you think.
