Morocco: Imperial Cities Self Drive and High Atlas Mountains Guided Tour

Pick up your rental car at Casablanca International airport and drive to your accommodation.

Spend the day exploring this lovely port city. Stroll through the maze of alleyways in the Old City. Marvel at the grandeur of the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Africa. Walk around the Place Mohamed Central Plaza, where you can admire the neo-Moorish architecture of official buildings such as the Palace of Justice and the main Bank of Morocco.

Shop for souvenirs or a pair of Moroccan slippers at the historic Central Market. Soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Corniche, the beachfront district in the Ain Diab suburb, where many luxury hotels and restaurants are located. You can also drive to the nearby seaside city of Mohammedia and watch the world go by at its bustling medina.

Drive yourself from Casablanca to Rabat in your rental car. The duration of the trip is about 1.5 hours.

Head for the beautiful Kasbah District, and walk leisurely through Andalusian-style white-and-blue lanes. At your next stop, Rue el Jamma, visit the Kasbah Mosque. Spend some time appreciating the intricate design of the Hassan Tower. Explore the lovely ruins of Chellah, a Merenid citadel-town, and browse through the collection of the Oudaias Museum, which is housed in a 17th century lodge.

Wrap up your day with some souvenir shopping at Souk es Sebbat or Rue Souka, before heading off for a delicious dinner at one of the restaurants in the medina.

Drive yourself from Rabat to Fes in your rental car.

Spend the day discovering the best of what Fes has to offer. Admire exquisite examples of Islamic art and architecture such as Medersa Bou Inania and Medersa el-Attarine. Walk through bustling markets, and watch the world go by at the medina. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medina is dotted with beautiful mosques, tanneries and fountains. You will also learn about the city's Jewish heritage at the mellah (Jewish quarter).

The highlight of the following day is exploring the attractions of the nearby town of Meknes. Marvel at the splendour of Bab El Mansour, an ornate gate, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the Sultan who made Meknes his capital. Visit the nearby Heri es-Souani, which housed the granary and stables, and soak in the lively atmosphere of Place El Hedim.

Embark on an exciting street food tour of Fes accompanied by an expert guide. Visit food souks where you can find traditional delicacies such as dried meats, spicy sardines, spicy potato cakes, malawi, Moroccan bread, and puff pastry. Try different varieties of wild honey at the honey souk while your guide tells you about how it is used in Moroccan cuisine. Learn about traditional cooking methods during a visit to a furnatchi (traditional Moroccan stove), and see a 400-year old furan (communal oven).

Drive to Volubilis to see the ruins of an ancient Roman settlement. Admire the temple and basilica, the triumphal arch and the mosaic flooring of excavated structures at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring Volubilis, you can head for Moulay Idriss, a prominent pilgrimage centre.

You will be driven from Fes to Bin El Ouidane in a private vehicle. If you wish, you can visit the Berber town of Azrou on the way.

Sit back and relax on your morning or afternoon boat cruise on the scenic Lake Bin el Ouidane. Go on an easy hike in the mountains with a guide and enjoy fabulous views of the surrounding landscape. You will pass through quaint Berber villages during your excursion, where you can interact with the locals and learn about their culture and way of life.

If you are feeling adventurous, you can also go kayaking on Lake Bin El Ouidane. Savour the experience of paddling leisurely through the pristine waters while you take in the view of the surrounding Atlas mountains.

You will be driven from Bin El Ouidane to Marrakesh in a private vehicle. Head for the Marrakesh centre and drop off your rental car.

Go on a private city tour to explore this wonderful city. Walk around the beautiful Koutoubia Mosque, which dates back to the 12th century, while your expert guide tells you about its origins and history. Admire the Italian marble of the Saadian Tombs and architecture of the 19th century El Bahia Palace. Wrap up your exploration of Marrakesh with a walk around the bustling souks that lie in the heart of the old city. No visit to Marrakesh is complete without a trip to the iconic Djemaa El Fna, a vibrant cultural hub of musicians, food stalls, storytellers, fortune tellers and snake charmers.

A car and driver driver and an expert local guide will be at your disposal in Marrakesh to enable you to explore the city in comfort.

On your last day, you will have the chance to experience life in the desert. The Agafay desert is about an hour's drive from Marrakech, with a stopover at the picturesque Lake Takerkoust. Go for a leisurely sunset ride on a dromedary camel and savour the view of the rocky desert and snow-capped Atlas range. Your expert guide will entertain you with local folklore as you make your way over the dunes. After your ride, settle into your comfortable private tent, and end your day with a dinner consisting of traditional Berber dishes, which you can enjoy under the stars.

You will be driven from Marrakesh to your accommodation in the High Atlas Mountains in a private vehicle.

Enjoy a guided scenic trek that starts from Imlil, a mountain retreat, to the Tizi M’zik mountain pass in the area of Toubkal, the highest peak of the Atlas range. Savour the view of the valley as you make your way up, with small villages, sloping terraces, fruit orchards and juniper forests along your route.

You will be driven from your hotel to Marrakesh in a private vehicle to catch your flight back home.