Imperial Cities-I from Asturias

8 days / 7 nights

Price from €650

This Imperial Cities tour from Asturias is a classic, well-structured itinerary designed to discover Morocco at a relaxed, well-judged pace. Over 8 days, the journey links Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat and Fez, combining essential guided visits with carefully balanced free time to experience each city without rushing.

The route delves into the history, architecture and everyday life of the country’s great historic capitals, with particular emphasis on Fez and its medieval medina. A well-balanced itinerary, ideal both for a first introduction and for those seeking a complete overview of the Imperial Cities from Asturias.

The trip includes flights Spain–Marrakech and Fez–Spain, seven nights’ accommodation in the planned hotels or similar, coach transport throughout the circuit, a Spanish-speaking guide and half-board meals. No services other than those specified are included. A reliable, well-measured circuit with no gimmicks, operated by Kannak, specialists in properly run tours.

These are the highlights of the trip:

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Marrakech
Jemaa el-Fna Square
Koutoubia Mosque
Bahia Palace
Casablanca
Hassan II Mosque
Rabat
Kasbah of the Udayas
Hassan Tower
Fes el-Bali Medina

Itinerary

Day 1 of the Imperial Cities tour: Asturias / Marrakech

Departure on a direct flight to Marrakech. Arrival at Marrakech-Menara Airport, assistance from the local representative and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Dinner

Transport

International flight OVD (Asturias) → RAK (Marrakech-Menara)

Airport → hotel transfer

Accommodation

Marrakech (3 nights): Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa / Hotel Meriem / Riad Sidi Ayoub (4*) or similar

Visits

Day 2: Marrakech

Breakfast. Free day to discover Marrakech at your own pace. Optional excursions available (for example, the Majorelle Gardens or Berber villages). Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

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Accommodation

Marrakech (3 nights): Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa / Hotel Meriem / Riad Sidi Ayoub (4*) or similar

Visits

Free time
Optional excursions (subject to availability)

Day 3: Marrakech

Breakfast. Free day to continue exploring the city, its neighbourhoods, souks and hidden corners. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

—

Accommodation

Marrakech (3 nights): Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa / Hotel Meriem / Riad Sidi Ayoub (4*) or similar

Visits

Free time

Day 4: Marrakech / Casablanca

Breakfast. Monumental visit of Marrakech: exterior of the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and a walk through the medina and souks to Jemaa el-Fna Square. At the scheduled time, departure by road to Casablanca. On arrival, panoramic tour (Habous Quarter, the Corniche and exterior of the Hassan II Mosque). Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

Road transport Marrakech → Casablanca

Accommodation

Casablanca (1 night): Kenzi Basma / Mogador Marina / New Hotel Piscine Wellness & Spa or similar

Visits

Koutoubia Mosque (exterior)
Bahia Palace
Saadian Tombs
Marrakech medina and souks
Jemaa el-Fna Square
Habous Quarter (panoramic)
Casablanca Corniche (panoramic)
Hassan II Mosque (exterior)

Day 5: Casablanca / Rabat / Fez

Breakfast. Departure towards Rabat to visit Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Mechouar of the Royal Palace (exteriors) and the Kasbah of the Udayas. After time for lunch, continuation to Fez. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

Road transport Casablanca → Rabat → Fez

Accommodation

Fez (3 nights): Menzeh Zalagh City Center / Hôtel Volubilis or similar

Visits

Hassan Tower
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
Royal Palace Mechouar (exteriors)
Kasbah of the Udayas

Day 6: Fez

Breakfast. Full visit of Fez: tour of Fez el-Bali, with stops at the Bou Inania Madrasa (subject to opening) and the Nejjarine Fountain. Exterior visit of Al-Qarawiyyin University and viewpoints overlooking the tanneries. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

—

Accommodation

Fez (3 nights): Menzeh Zalagh City Center / Hôtel Volubilis or similar

Visits

Fez el-Bali (medina)
Bou Inania Madrasa (if open)
Nejjarine Fountain
Al-Qarawiyyin University (exterior)
Tannery viewpoints
Free time

Day 7: Fez

Breakfast. Free day in Fez. Optional excursion to Meknes. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals

Half board

Transport

—

Accommodation

Fez (3 nights): Menzeh Zalagh City Center / Hôtel Volubilis or similar

Visits

Free time
Optional excursion to Meknes (subject to availability)

Day 8: Fez / Asturias

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to Fez-Sais Airport to board the direct return flight to Asturias. Arrival in Spain and end of services and of the Imperial Cities tour from Asturias.

Meals

Breakfast

Transport

Hotel → airport transfer

International flight FEZ (Sais) → OVD (Asturias)

Accommodation

—

Visits

Departures

Departure from Asturias on 13 February 2026

Outbound · Friday 13/02/2026
OVD (Asturias) → RAK (Marrakech-Menara)
08:15 – 10:30 · Direct flight
Air Nostrum (LAMSA) · Economy class
Checked baggage: 1 piece · Status: OK
Return · Friday 20/02/2026
FEZ (Sais) → OVD (Asturias)
09:50 – 12:50 · Direct flight
Air Nostrum (LAMSA) · Economy class
Checked baggage: 1 piece · Status: OK

Accommodation Types

Planned accommodation or similar

Marrakech · 4*
Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa · Hotel Meriem · Riad Sidi Ayoub
Casablanca
Kenzi Basma · Mogador Marina · New Hotel Piscine Wellness & Spa
Fez
Menzeh Zalagh City Center · Hôtel Volubilis

Price includes

The price includes

Flights Spain – Marrakech and Fez – Spain
Seven nights’ accommodation in the planned hotels or similar
Coach transport throughout the entire itinerary
Spanish-speaking guide during visits and throughout the circuit
Half-board meal plan

Price does not include

Services not included

Any services not specified in the section “The price includes”

Remarks

Important notes for the Imperial Cities circuit from Asturias

Planned hotels or similar: the listed accommodations are indicative only. The final hotel in each city is confirmed a few days before departure and can be checked in the Kannak travel app.
Hotel category: Kannak selects hotels equivalent to superior 3* and 4*, adapted to local standards and characteristics.
Triple rooms: not recommended for three adults. They are usually a double room with an extra bed, with limited space. In some cases, a double room plus a single room may be assigned.
Tour guide: the guide may join the group at the end of the first day or leave information at reception. They usually accompany the group until the day before the return.
Visits and local guides: in many cities, visits are carried out with accredited local guides, in accordance with national tourism regulations.
Meals: the half-board basis is provided as set tourist menus. Drinks are not included. Depending on flight schedules, a meal may occasionally not be served.
Transfers and punctuality: the transfer representative will wait for a maximum of 1 hour after landing. In the event of delays, incidents or lost luggage, it is essential to contact Kannak’s 24-hour assistance service.
Basic insurance included: the trip includes basic travel assistance insurance, with the option to add extended cover.
Documentation: travel with a valid passport is recommended, and entry requirements should be checked in advance.

Links of interest

If you would like to get more out of your Imperial Cities experience:

You can browse a selection of optional activities in Morocco here:
Civitatis · Morocco – excursions and guided tours.

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Last updated: 04 January 2026.