The Magic of Morocco and Spain Tour

Come and discover the world of connections, where everything meets: the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, Europe encounters Africa, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are side by side. Races and colors melt together, the future the present and the past are entwined. Enjoy the majestic history and lively culture of Morocco and Spain.

Day 1: New York / Madrid

Overnight flight is on Iberia nonstop to Madrid.

Day 2: Madrid / Malaga

Arrive in early morning to Malaga airport where you will find your host waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel. Morning is to relax and acclimate. The afternoon will be devoted to explore the historic sights of Malaga. Dinner is at the hotel.

Day 3: Málaga / Granada

After breakfast we will leave for Granada from Málaga crossing the Sierra Nevada, Spain's highest mountains. Granada holds the Moorish Alhambra Palace, and its exotic gardens. You will also visit the old Moorish quarter of Albaicin, unique in its history as the last outpost of Muslim Spain and the holder of many Christian monuments, including the tombs of King Fernando and Queen Isabella.

Day 4: Granada

The whole day will be devoted to sightseeing of notable places in Granada. This will include the Alhambra Moorish Palace and its famous Generalife Gardens.

Day 5: Granada / Córdoba

We will arrive to Cordoba in the morning, Andalucía's most northern province. One of its many treasures is the Mezquita, a mosque of exquisite beauty and unrivaled Moorish architecture, built a little over twelve centuries ago. As you walk through this city, pay special attention to the wide, lavish patios of Moorish heritage.

Day 6: Córdoba / Sevilla

Depart in the morning from Cordoba to Sevilla. This luminous city, that is immediately captivating, possesses an aura of happiness any visitor can easily detect. Undeniably, for the connoisseur it is Spain's most beautiful metropolis. Sevilla earned the reputation of a place to enjoy the potency of life. The lively streets of this enticing city manifest the realm of Spanish life from within, and one can't help but become Spanish. The traditional theatrical exhibitions you will encounter in basically every square are indeed an art form unique to Sevilla.

Day 7: Sevilla

Continue to experience the sites and sounds of Sevilla. From the Roman site of Italica to the striking Museo de Bellas Artes, the one and only Giralda still proudly standing, overlooking the Guadalquivir to witness the glory of Moorish civilization. Discover which of Sevilla's glorious monuments would be your favorite.

Day 8: Sevilla / Gibraltar / Tangier

From sevilla we'll travel back to Tangier, you will admire the beautiful diversity of landscapes that will lead you to cross the dramatic strait of Gibraltar at the columns of Hercules from Europe to Africa. Lunch will be in The British enclave of Gibraltar with an orientation tour of the Rock. Catch your ferry in the afternoon to Tangier. Your Moroccan guide and driver will be waiting to greet you and then transfer you to your hotel.

Day 9: Tangier / Volubilis / Meknes / Fez

Transfer to Fez via Volubilis, the Roman capital of Northwestern Africa. You will stop for lunch in the interesting city of Méknes. You will reach Fez in the afternoon with sightseeing of the Ramparts, the Gates, the Borjs (forts) and the Andalous part. Dinner is at the hotel.

Day 10: Fez

Start the historic tour by the Mellah, the king's palace and the Bat'ha Museum of Moroccan arts then the walking tour of the Medina. This fascinating walled city is an incredible maze of medieval twisting alleys, blind turns, mosques, shrines, fountains, workshops and every conceivable kind of market, a world heritage, unique in this world. The hold day will be devoted to explore the marvels of Medina.

Day 11: Fez / Marrakech

Morning transfer to Marrakech through the Middle Atlas mountains, stops in Berber villages to enjoy scenic views and classic Berber markets. Dinner is in Marrakech.

Day 12: Marrakech

Historic visit of Marrakech will highlight the Menara, a magnificent pool surrounded by flowers, reflecting the image of a beautiful Moorish construction built in 1866 for the royalties to enjoy glorious sunsets with the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop. Also, the Menara serves as a functional irrigation system to surrounding areas. Afterwards, visit: The Koutoubia Minaret (the twin tower of la Giralda in Sevilla, Spain); The Saadian Tombs, demonstrating the Moorish architecture in its perfection (these splendid mausoleums built in the sixteenth century were walled for some time, not to be discovered until 1917). Visit the museum of Dar Si Said with the best display of Berber arts and crafts. The remains of the Badii Palace, a historical monument that was chosen to host the Annual National Festival of Popular Arts, beginning the second Friday in June. Bahia Palace still hosts dignitaries of our days in the heart of the Mellah (Jewish quarter). Then, relish a walk through the colorful souks of Marrakech in the afternoon with a sunset drink overlooking the exiting Jamaa El Fna Square.

Day 13: Marrakech

Morning excursion to the Eurika Valley. Afternoon visit to the botanical gardens designed and named after Mr. Majorelle, a well known painter, remodeled by Yves Saint Laurent then shopping at the colorful souks of Marrakech. Dinner is at the hotel.

Day 14:Casablanca / New York

Early morning transfer to connect flight in Casablanca to New York/ JFK with a memorable trip of a life time.

What is Included:

RT New York / Madrid / Casablanca
Land transportation in deluxe vehicle
Accommodation in 4 star hotels
Breakfast and dinner daily
Services of guides and escort
Fees to monuments and museums

Cities visited & Hotels used

Malaga: 1 night Hotel Cervantes or similar
Granada: 2 nights, Hotel Carmen ****
Córdoba: 1 night, Hotel Husa Hesperia ****
Sevilla: 2 nights, Hotel Don Paco ***
Tangier: 1 night, Hotel Solazure ****
Fez: 2 nights, Hotel Jnan Palace *****
Marrakesh: 3 nights, Hotel Andalous ****