EGYPT & MOROCCO – CULTURAL TREASURES

Day 1 – Cairo, Egypt – Arrive in Cairo, where you’ll be met by our representative and transferred to your 4-star hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to rest or explore at your own pace.  Overnight in Cairo

Day 2 – Cairo – Begin your day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, home to over 100,000 artifacts from thousands of years of civilization, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Continue to the Giza Plateau to see the Pyramids of Giza and the majestic Sphinx. Experience a camel ride and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.  Overnight in Cairo

Day 3 – Aswan – Air to be announced. Fly to Aswan and meet your local guide. Visit the impressive High Dam and the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Enjoy lunch onboard your Nile cruise ship before taking a relaxing felucca ride to the botanical gardens.  Overnight on board the Nile cruise

Day 4 – Kom Ombo – Edfu – Luxor – Disembark at Kom Ombo to explore the twin temples dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Sail onward to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved shrines in Egypt. Return to the boat for lunch and enjoy the scenic sail to Luxor.  Overnight on board the Nile cruise

Day 5 – Luxor – Tour the West Bank of Luxor, starting with the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Cross to the East Bank to visit the majestic Karnak Temple complex and enjoy a panoramic view of Luxor Temple. Overnight on board the Nile cruise

Day 6 – Luxor – Cairo – After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Air to be announced. Upon arrival, visit the Holy Family Church, the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, the Citadel, and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Browse the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar for souvenirs.  Overnight in Cairo

Day 7 – Casablanca, Morocco – Depart Egypt and fly to Casablanca, Morocco. Air to be announced.  Arrive at Mohamed V Airport, where you will be met and transferred to your 4-star hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax.  Overnight in Casablanca

Day 8 – Casablanca – Rabat (86 km) – This morning, take a panoramic tour of Casablanca including the Hassan II Mosque and elegant French colonial architecture. Continue to Rabat to visit the Oudaya Kasbah, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the Royal Palace’s exterior.
Overnight in Rabat

Day 9 – Rabat Meknes – Volubilis – Fès (210 km) – Depart Rabat for Meknes, where you’ll explore the 17th-century imperial city. After lunch, continue to Volubilis to see some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa. Pass by the holy city of Moulay Idriss before arriving in Fes.  Overnight in Fes

Day 10 – Fès – Spend the day discovering the old city of Fes (Fes El Bali), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights include the Bou Inania Medersa, Nejjarine Fountain, the tanneries, and the bustling souks. After lunch, visit the Batha Museum and explore Fes Jdid and its Royal Palace. Overnight in Fes

Day 11 – Fès – Marrakech (537 km)  Depart Fes for a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Pass by Azrou and Beni Mellal with views of forests, lakes, and pasturelands. Arrive in the vibrant city of Marrakech and check into your 4-star hotel.  Overnight in Marrakech

Day 12 – Marrakech – Enjoy a full day tour of Marrakech. Highlights include the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Medersa Ben Youssef, the Koutoubia Minaret, and the Majorelle Garden. End the day at Djemaa El Fna square, alive with musicians, dancers, and storytellers. Overnight in Marrakech

Day 13 – Marrakech – Casablanca – After breakfast, drive to Casablanca. The rest of the day is yours to relax, explore the city independently, or enjoy optional activities. Overnight in Casablanca

Day 14 – Departure – Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Bid farewell to Morocco and your fellow travelers.

Tour Inclusions:

• 4-star accommodations throughout the tour
• Daily breakfast and select lunches
• All sightseeing and entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
• Internal flights in Egypt (air to be announced)
• English-speaking local guides throughout
• Airport transfers in all cities
• Nile River cruise with full board
• All ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
• Bottled water during guided tours
• Camel ride in Egypt
• Felucca ride in Aswan