Discover Morocco’s Modern Cities

Explore the contrasting faces of modern Morocco on this day trip to Casablanca and Rabat. From the stunning Hassan II Mosque to the historic Kasbah of the Udayas, experience the cosmopolitan side of Morocco that many visitors miss.

Tour Highlights

• Visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
• Walk along the Corniche beachfront
• Explore Rabat’s UNESCO-listed medina
• Visit the Hassan Tower and Mohammed V Mausoleum
• Discover the charming Kasbah of the Udayas
• Learn about Morocco’s royal heritage

Detailed Itinerary

Casablanca

Begin in Casablanca at the Hassan II Mosque, one of the world’s largest mosques and the only one in Morocco open to non-Muslims. The guided interior tour reveals stunning craftsmanship: hand-carved marble, cedar wood, and intricate zellige tilework. Drive along the Corniche and see the Art Deco architecture of downtown Casablanca.

Rabat

Continue to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital. Visit the Hassan Tower, a 12th-century minaret intended to be the world’s largest, and the adjacent Mohammed V Mausoleum with its stunning Islamic architecture. Explore the Kasbah of the Udayas, a fortified settlement with whitewashed and blue houses overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Royal Palace

See the exterior of the Royal Palace (Dar al-Makhzen) and the grand ceremonial gates. Learn about Morocco’s monarchy and the palace’s significance in modern Moroccan politics.

Return

Return to your starting point by evening.

What’s Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• English-speaking driver/guide
• Hassan II Mosque entrance and guided tour
• All entrance fees
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good to Know

• Hassan II Mosque requires modest dress (shoulders and knees covered)
• Mosque tours operate outside prayer times
• This is a long day trip – consider overnighting if starting from Marrakech