Arrive at Marrakesh Menara Airport. Proceed through immigration to the baggage claim area and retrieve your luggage. After completing customs, AHI FlexAir passengers traveling on flights that qualify for the group arrival transfer and Land Program passengers who have purchased seats on the group transfer should exit the baggage claim area and proceed to the Arrivals Hall, where an AHI Travel representative will meet you.

Transfer to Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial. Please note, if you arrive before check-in time, your room may not be immediately available.

Gather for a Welcome Reception tonight.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Appropriate in-flight meal service

Enrichment: Moroccan History. From the Berber dynasty to modern day Morocco, gain insight into the fascinating history of this remarkable country.

Discovery: Exploring the Monuments of Marrakech.
Activity level: Active
Nestled against the stunning scenery of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains, the exotic city of Marrakech has long been a melting pot of African, Arabian and European cultures. Begin your exploration of Marrakech at Ben Youssef Medersa, a Quranic learning center with elaborate wooden-latticework. Then step into the shaded souks, a lively, colorful marketplace located in the heart of the city’s medina. Uncover local culture while wending the maze-like markets, passing stalls selling barrels of olives, piles of spices, and vials of herbs and potions. Explore the nearby main square, Jemaa El Fna, home to a multitude of street-artists and food stalls. Over the years, the square has become the beating heart of Marrakech, where fire-eaters, acrobats, snake charmers and musicians perform and entertain. Continue to Dar el Bacha Palace to marvel at its display of carved cedarwood and tilework and enjoy its peaceful courtyard with palm and orange trees.

Following your walking tour, relax over a delicious lunch.

Free Time: Spend some time discovering the city on your own. Perhaps return to the souks to purchase spices or leather goods, or simply relax near the main square.

Indulge in Moroccan cuisine tonight during dinner.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Discovery: Gardens and Bahia Palace.
Activity level: Active
Relish the tranquil Jardin Majorelle, a peaceful oasis bursting with colorful flora, reflecting pools, bubbling fountains and vivid cobalt architecture. Created by French artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s, the garden was later purchased and restored by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé. After a stroll through this botanical retreat, visit the nearby Yves Saint Laurent Museum. The genius designer lived in Marrakech for more than 40 years, and the newly opened museum features an extensive collection of his haute couture and accessories, plus a library. Continue to Palais Bahia. Constructed in the 19th century by architect El Mekki for Sultan Hassan I, the palace boasts an array of luxurious apartments, courtyards, zellij mosaic floors and serene gardens. Then witness the beautiful Koutoubia Mosque, easily recognized by its towering minaret. Built in the 12th century, the mosque is a blend of Moorish and Islamic architecture.

Enrichment: Moroccan Culture. Learn how a blend of Arab, European and African influences, religions and traditions created Morocco’s captivating culture.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Breakfast and lunch

Discovery: Atlas Mountains.
Activity level: Moderate
Encounter another side of Morocco during an excursion to the gorgeous Atlas Mountains, North Africa’s greatest mountain range, and delve into the fascinating Berber culture. Berbers, whose civilization reaches back more than eight millennia, are the original inhabitants of these mountains. Their lives are closely intertwined with the land and they make a living herding livestock and using age-old farming methods. The Berbers are known for their warm, kind, generous nature, which you will encounter today while visiting with a local family in their traditional home. Over authentic Berber bread and tea, learn about their fascinating traditions and culture. After, enjoy lunch complemented with stunning views of the mountains.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Breakfast and lunch

Discovery: Arabic Calligraphy and Moroccan Cuisine.
Activity level: Mild
Indulge your inner artist during a calligraphy lesson today. Recognized as an art worthy of special reverence, calligraphy is considered an artistic expression of the highest rank in the Islamic world. With a local expert, discover the aesthetically appealing elements and elaborate methods of calligraphy, and try your hand at reproducing the beautiful patterns, lines and curves. Then treat your senses to the aromas and flavors of ancient Moroccan culture during a special culinary journey through Marrakech’s souks and medina. Join a local guide to sample almonds, dry fruits and more, and learn about Moroccan spices, marinades and herbs.

Free Time: The afternoon is yours for exploring the wonders of Marrakech. Perhaps visit a tannery for insight into the country’s leather trade or indulge in a spa treatment at a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath.

Enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers this evening.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Breakfast and dinner

Free Time: Enjoy a full day at leisure to make your own discoveries.

Discovery: Moroccan Feast.
Activity level: Mild
Savor a special banquet tonight when you gather for an authentic Moroccan dinner accompanied by traditional music.

Accommodations – Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial
Meals – Breakfast and dinner

Following breakfast, depart for Casablanca by motor coach.

Discovery: Casablanca Walking Tour.
Activity level: Mild
Explore the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca. Morocco's largest city is centuries old but looks modern, with its wide boulevards, public parks and white Art Deco architecture. Visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the most spectacular religious buildings in Morocco, and admire its 690-foot minaret and richly decorated interior. Nestled on a promontory on the edge of the city, the structure stands like a beacon against the horizon and the Atlantic Ocean. Experience the vibe of city life in Casablanca’s central piazza, Place Mohammad V. Surrounding the square are excellent examples of the city’s unique Mauresque architecture. Among the beautiful structures to be seen include the Bank of Morocco, the Justice Palace, the French Consulate and the Post Building. Then examine the facade and stunning stained-glass windows of the Church of Notre-Dame de Lourdes.

Check in to the Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche.

Free Time: Enjoy leisure time in Casablanca. Shop at the old medina, watch life go by at an outdoor café or delight in a refreshing mint tea.

Tonight, gather for a Farewell Reception at the hotel.

Accommodations – Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche
Meals – Breakfast

Discovery: Rabat Walking Tour.
Activity level: Moderate
Discover the highlights of Rabat today. View the impressive façade and French-style landscaped gardens of the Royal Palace, the residence of Morocco’s royalty. Then witness two of Morocco’s treasures located near the Bou Regreg River: the Mausoleum of Mohammad V and the Hassan Tower. Step inside the striking Mausoleum of Mohammad V, the resting place of past kings, to marvel at its opulent interior. Then gaze in wonder at the impressive minaret of Hassan Tower, rising above the ruins of its mosque. Continue to the Kasbah des Ouidaïas, a picturesque and quiet neighborhood with whitewashed houses and soul-stirring views of the Atlantic Ocean and Sale, Rabat’s sister city. Visit the Citadel of Chellah, which has been abandoned since the 1100s. For a thousand years before that, the enclave thrived as a port and city. Explore the grounds filled with Roman ruins, Islamic artifacts, gardens with fig and orange trees, and a magnificent doorway decorated with Arabic calligraphy.

Accommodations – Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche
Meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Bid farewell to Morocco. AHI FlexAir passengers traveling on flights that qualify for a group transfer and Land Program passengers who have purchased seats on the group transfer depart for Casablanca Airport for your return flights home. Your Travel Director will provide the details.

Meals – Breakfast and appropriate in-flight meal service

NOTE: Itinerary may change due to local conditions