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Casablanca & Rabat Day Cruise Excursion

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Day 1: Arrival, Exploration & Return

Morning: After disembarking at 07:00, enjoy a quick welcome coffee before the driver takes you to the iconic Hassan II Mosque for a guided glimpse of its stunning architecture (07:30‑08:30). Continue strolling through the lively Old Medina, where you can browse traditional crafts and sample a fresh orange juice (08:30‑09:30). At 09:30 the driver heads north, a scenic 1‑hour drive to Rabat, arriving around 10:30.

Afternoon: Begin Rabat’s highlights with the majestic Hassan Tower and the adjoining Royal Palace exterior (10:30‑12:00). Wander the blue‑washed streets of the Kasbah of the Udayas, soaking in panoramic Atlantic views and historic alleys (12:00‑13:00). After a leisurely lunch at a local café, explore the ancient Roman‑Islamic ruins of Chellah (13:30‑15:00) before departing for Casablanca at 15:00, arriving back around 16:00.

Evening: Freshen up with a stroll along Casablanca’s fashionable Corniche, where you can admire the sunset over the ocean (16:15‑17:00). Conclude the day with a classic Moroccan coffee or light bite at the legendary Rick’s Café (17:00‑17:45) before the driver returns you to the cruise port for the 18:30 departure.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hassan II Mosque – 1 hour – $12 entry
  • Old Medina (Casablanca) – 1 hour – Free (optional souvenirs $15)
  • Driver & Private Transport (Casablanca‑Rabat‑Casablanca) – 4.5 hours – $150
  • Hassan Tower & Royal Palace exterior (Rabat) – 1.5 hours – Free
  • Kasbah of the Udayas – 1 hour – $6 entry
  • Chellah – 1.5 hours – $8 entry
  • Lunch in Rabat – 1 hour – $20
  • Corniche walk (Casablanca) – 45 minutes – Free
  • Rick’s Café (coffee/snack) – 45 minutes – $12
  • Total Estimated Cost$233

Tips

If you prefer a more relaxed pace, skip the Corniche walk and enjoy a longer lunch in Rabat, or replace Rick’s Café with a quick street‑food snack to save time and money. Conversely, extend your stay by adding a short visit to the Mohammed V Square in Rabat or a quick stop at the Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Casablanca, though you’ll need to coordinate with your cruise schedule to ensure you’re back by 18:30.

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