4-Night Morocco Tour from Istanbul

Meeting at the Turkish Airlines check-in counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. After luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Casablanca at 12:00 on Turkish Airlines flight TK617. Arriving in Casablanca at 14:55 local time, our city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Known as the main port of Morocco and famous for the 1942 Hollywood film named after the city, Casablanca is not only the economic center of the country but also the most populous city. As we wander through the narrow streets of the city, you can observe the rich cultural heritage influenced by Islamic, French, and Berber elements. Highlights of our tour include the heart of Casablanca, Mohammed V Square, the United Nations Square where Morocco's past and present blend beautifully, the magnificent Hassan II Mosque famous for its impressive architecture and being home to the world's second tallest minaret, the Old Medina, the Hobus district known for its open-air markets, and the coastline along Ain Diab and Corniche by the Atlantic Ocean. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and enjoy some free time.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the magnificent capital of Morocco, Rabat. Following our arrival, we will embark on a panoramic city tour where we will visit the Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V Mausoleum, built in honor of the current king's grandfather, who was a pioneer of Morocco's independence, as well as the Royal Palace. After our tour, we will set off towards Marrakech. Upon our arrival in Marrakech, we will begin exploring the city, which takes you back centuries with its narrow streets. The name Marrakech comes from the Berber language, meaning "Land of God." As one of the country's most important tourist centers, Marrakech is also known as the "Red City" due to its famous red walls.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will join the UNESCO World Heritage Magnificent Essaouira Tour. Essaouira, which has hosted civilizations since prehistoric times, is located on the Atlantic Ocean coast and is known for its ancient city walls painted in white, narrow streets, and traditional markets. This city center, recognized as a "World Heritage" site by UNESCO, is not only a fishing port but also a tranquil seaside town where art and culture intertwine. The atmosphere here offers visitors a relaxing escape, significantly calmer compared to Marrakech. Over the years, this ambiance has attracted many world-renowned artists such as Cat Stevens, Jimi Hendrix, and Orson Welles, transforming the city into a hub for art and culture. The town has also recently hosted filming for the famous Game of Thrones series. During our tour, we will visit the Essaouira walls and Essaouira Castle, the Essaouira Port where the fish market is located, and the world-famous Medina. While exploring Essaouira, which carries the elegance of traditional Moroccan architecture blended with traces of modern life, you will also have the opportunity to shop at your leisure.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will embark on a tour of the Majestic Atlas Mountains and Ourika Valley. The highest peak of the mountain range, which serves as a natural wall separating the Mediterranean coast of Northwest Africa from the Sahara Desert, is Toubkal, located near Marrakech. These mountains are also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, many of which are at risk of extinction. The unique cultures and lifestyles of the Berbers, the oldest known indigenous people of North Africa, who primarily make up the population in the region, offer visitors a different experience against the backdrop of the mountains' grandeur. During our break in the Ourika Valley at the foothills of the Atlas, we will find peace under the spell of the natural beauty. After our excursion, we will return to Marrakech. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.