From Casablanca to Marrakech: An All-Inclusive Morocco Tour Route V3

Tour details

EXAMPLE (etc.) HOTELS

MARRAKECH

Ravabi Hotel etc.

Zalagh Kasbah etc.

FEZ

Parc Palace etc.

MEKNES

Hotel Transatlantique etc.

CASABLANCA

Eurostar Casa Anfa etc.

Exe Casablanca etc.

Suggested Evening Activity in Marrakech: Chez Ali Show / Dar Soukkar

In the enchanting atmosphere of Marrakech in the evening, you can enjoy this unique experience by attending a show filled with traditional Moroccan music, colorful folk dances, impressive stage performances, and fire shows. This night, full of costumes, rhythms, and stories reflecting Moroccan culture, will be filled with unforgettable memories.



PARTICIPATION CONDITION  

Our trip is organized with a minimum request requirement of 40 people. If sufficient attendance is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour start date. The canceled tour due to delayed participation will be notified to you together with your agency.

VISA

Ordinary Passport Visa not required                            

Green Passport Visa not required

Service Passport Visa not required             

Your passport must be valid for 6 months from the end of the trip and you must have a new passport with 10 letters.

For destinations where a visa is required, your agency must submit the visa application on your behalf with the documents specified in the "Documents Required for Visa" list.

To avoid any problems with customs police at the border of the country to be visited due to passports that are torn, worn, wet and/or similarly damaged; such passports must be renewed and, if it is a country applying a visa to the Turkish Republic document, the relevant visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility belongs to the passenger.

For children under 18, if they are traveling alone or with only one of their mother or father, a document showing the mutual consent of the parents may be requested by the officer at entry and exit; we recommend that children who are 18 years old and their parents be prepared in this regard.

HEALTH 

In the region's good restaurants and the food consumed, it will be seen whether there is a problem that could threaten your health. Accordingly, when you are not with the group, be careful not to eat, definitely drink bottled water, avoid ice, milk and dairy products, make sure they are well cooked and eat fish products, and for fruit, eat fruits that can be peeled, such as bananas and pineapples. Current vaccination/PCR rules must be followed at country entry and upon return home.

FLIGHT TIMES

Istanbul                        -        Casablanca                                        4 hr 50 min

Marrakech                       -           Istanbul                                               5 hr 05 min

OPTIONAL TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Optional tours and activities are organized by the local agency at the service center with a minimum request requirement of 20 people, and participation is not included. If sufficient numbers are not achieved, the excursions cannot be carried out, or the prices, content, and usage vehicle of the optional tour/activity may vary according to the game rules. In addition, the times of optional tours/activities may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of the museum, archaeological sites, or venue in the place to be visited and on weather conditions.

ACCOMMODATION

During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., distances of more than km may be available. Depending on the structure of 3-bed rooms, they may be suitable to be given, but the bed offered to the 3rd person may be smaller than standard beds. A 3-bed room consists of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Extra beds are foldable beds and car beds, and for 3rd person and/or child reservations, the frequent local availability and bed type are considered accepted as declared. Child discounts apply only to one (1) child staying with 2 adults and matching the age group specified in the regimes section. It is served with a limited menu consisting of coffee and may be served in a separate hall reserved for groups.

CURRENCY

The currency of Morocco is the Dirham (MAD).

It is useful to have Dollar (USD) or Euro (EUR) with you.

TIME ZONE

Morocco is 2 hours behind Turkey in daylight saving time and 3 hours behind in winter time.

For example, when it is 18:30 in Turkey in summer, it is 16:30 in Morocco.

CLOTHING AND NECESSARY ITEMS

If traveling in the summer, t-shirts that can be easily put on and taken off, short- and long-sleeved shirts, cotton pants, shorts, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, and a thin sweater for the evenings are recommended. In addition, you can bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs against possible noise, a camera, a video camera, their chargers, and spare memory cards. In winter, clothing that allows comfortable movement and protects you from the cold is recommended.

FOOD CULTURE

Moroccan cuisine is generally a mixture of Amazigh, Andalusian, and Mediterranean cuisines, with slight European and sub-Saharan influences. It provides the nutrients of meat, fish, and vegetable cuisine.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Having a passport and/or obtaining a visa (i.e. for the required destination/passport) does not mean that entry into the country will be allowed. The passport police have the authority to let you into the country. Bin Rota is not responsible for this person; responsibility belongs to the passenger. 

Papuatur is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. Delays may occur on scheduled and special flights, or the times before the trip and flight may change. Papuatur ensures that this software is reported as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour accepting that flight details may change. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees

Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for the general introduction of the cities and are panoramic tours with on-board guide commentary, excluding museum and archaeological site entrances, and last at most 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, are subject to local authorities on the day and place corresponding to the tour; if there are roads that cannot be visited, entered, or are closed due to any incident, and if it becomes impossible to conduct the tour due to weather conditions, Papuatur is not responsible for carrying out the aforementioned tours. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot at points where roads are closed or vehicle entry is not allowed.

What's included
  • Economy class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) – Casablanca (CMN) / Marrakech (RAK) – Istanbul (IST)
  • Airport taxes
  • 6 nights’ accommodation in 4* hotels including breakfast and dinner
  • Turkish-speaking guide service
  • Airport–hotel–airport transfers
  • All transfers by private bus
  • Panoramic Meknes city tour
  • Panoramic Fes city tour
  • Panoramic Casablanca city tour
  • Panoramic Marrakech city tour
  • Rabat excursion
  • Blue City - Chefchaouen Tour worth 95 Euro included
  • Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou Tour worth 95 Euro included
  • Essaouira & Atlantic Ocean Tour worth 80 Euro included
  • Hotel and city taxes (25–30 EUR)
  • TÜRSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
  • Travel and health insurance (a surcharge applies for those over 65)
Not included
  • International departure tax fee
  • Lunches
  • All kinds of personal expenses and hotel extras
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Museum and archaeological site entrance fees not specified in the services included in the price
  • Driver tips and gratuities are excluded
Tour Program
Istanbul - Casablanca - Meknes
Our journey begins at Istanbul Airport’s International Departures Terminal, where after baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we board Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight to Casablanca. After our flight, we arrive in Casablanca, one of Morocco’s most important cities. At Casablanca Airport, we meet our waiting vehicle and head to Meknes. Upon arrival, we begin our Meknes city tour. Founded in the 17th century by Moulay Ismail and surrounded by approximately 40 km of city walls, Meknes features sites including Bab Mansour City Gate, the city’s most impressive historic entrance with its rich tile decorations and majestic structure; El Hedim Square, considered the heart of Meknes and its liveliest meeting point with traditional markets, street performers, and the vibrant atmosphere of local life; and the Jewish Quarter, a cultural heritage area bearing traces of the Jewish community that lived there for centuries. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Meknes - Chefchaouen (Blue City) - Fes
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the Blue City – Chefchaouen Tour. Founded in 1471, the city is located at the foot of the Rif Mountains, near the cities of Tangier and Tetouan. We set off toward Chefchaouen, in the northeast of Morocco, surrounded by a magnificent landscape and full of charm and authenticity. In Chefchaouen, a unique place with lush nature and blue-painted houses, the places we will visit include the narrow streets lined with whitewashed, light-blue-decorated houses with Mediterranean-style architecture, the Great Mosque, El Masjid, El Adama, Mohammed V Square, the Medina, and the Kasbah. In the late afternoon, it is impossible not to admire the magnificent sunset over the city and the valley. After the tour, we head to our hotel in Fez for some free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Fes - Rabat - Casablanca
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our city tour of Fes. First, after a short walk at Bab el-Makhzen, the monumental gate of the royal palace, which stands out with its gold ornamentation and mosaic decorations, and in Mellah, the Jewish Quarter with its historic balcony houses and narrow streets, we continue our tour with the Attarine Madrasa, built in the 14th century and notable for its fine wooden carvings and rich tile decorations; the Karaouine University, founded in 859 and considered one of the oldest educational institutions in the world; Nejjarine Square, famous for its traditional fountain and the historic structures around it; the market where jewelry and copper goods unique to Morocco are sold; and the tanneries, located near the Fes River and still practicing traditional leather processing methods today. During our city tour, we also take a tea break with mint tea in a traditional riad. After the tour, we depart for Rabat, the country’s capital, and carry out our city tour there. On our Rabat city tour, we will see symbolic places such as the Kasbah of the Udayas area, with its blue-and-white houses and its location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean; the Hassan Tower, a minaret whose construction began in the 12th century but was never completed; and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the memorial tomb of King Mohammed V. Then we continue to Casablanca and begin our Casablanca city tour. The city owes its fame to the iconic Hollywood film Casablanca, remembered by the line, “Play it again, Sam.” Today, Casablanca is an industrial city with one of the largest ports in Africa and in the country. In Casablanca, we will see Mohammed V Square, regarded as the administrative and cultural center of the city; Rick’s Cafe, inspired by the venue in the film Casablanca; Hassan II Mosque on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean; and Anfa and Zerktouni Boulevards, among the liveliest avenues of the modern city. After our city tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Casablanca - Marrakesh
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Marrakech. Upon arrival, we begin our city tour of Marrakech. Following our panoramic city tour, during which we will see the Koutoubia Minaret and Jemma el-Fna, the largest square in Africa, famous for its street performances, snake charmers, and open-air restaurants that bring together all the colors of Africa, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for our Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou tour. First, we cross the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, one of the most important routes connecting the Great Sahara to western Morocco. On this journey accompanied by the impressive peaks of the Atlas Mountains, we arrive at Ait Benhaddou Fortress, one of the most striking examples of desert architecture, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we explore this historic settlement on foot, one of the best-preserved examples of Berber kasbah architecture, we have the opportunity to feel the traces of history in its streets. We then visit the Atlas Film Studios, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” where many international productions such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones were filmed. Here, we see the film sets and historical décor. We continue exploring Ouarzazate amid the enchanting desert landscapes, dramatic canyons, and lush palm groves of the surrounding region. In this city that bears traces of Berber culture, we will have some free time to feel the desert atmosphere, take photos, and browse local products. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech. Overnight at the hotel.
Marrakesh - Essaouira - Marrakesh
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the Essaouira & Atlantic Ocean Tour. In this region, where Morocco’s argan trees are most abundant, we first visit an Argan Oil Cooperative and learn about argan oil. We then arrive in the city of Essaouira, located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Resembling old Bodrum, this city is a world-famous former Portuguese port settlement. Declared a “World Heritage Site” by UNESCO, Essaouira is not only a fishing harbor but also a captivating coastal town where art and culture are intertwined. It has also hosted the filming of many productions, including Orson Welles’ Othello and the recently popular Game of Thrones series. The city’s fortress, fishing harbor, and Medina, built inspired by ancient Roman cities, are among the places we will see. You can explore the city through its narrow labyrinth-like streets and enjoy some pleasant shopping. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Marrakech and have free time to relax. Overnight at the hotel.
Marrakesh - Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, we will have free time. At the meeting time determined by our guide, we will transfer to Marrakech Airport. After completing our baggage, ticket, and passport procedures at the airport, we will board Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight to Istanbul. With our arrival in Istanbul, our tour and services come to an end.