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Casablanca

Forever immortalized by the classic movie of the same name, Casablanca is Morocco's modern metropolis.

Art Deco architecture fused with North African elements

Forever immortalized by the classic movie of the same name, Casablanca is Morocco's modern metropolis.

Casablanca grew rapidly from a small settlement into a sprawling city of three million and even though it is not one of the famous imperial cities, Casablanca offers visitors a rare experience.

Everything is bigger here: the streets, the hotels, the office blocks and the slums. The people themselves say that; "Casablanca has no memory and no past, only a future."

A rich heritage of Art Deco architecture fused with North African elements acts as a tangible reminder of the city’s French colonial past.

Casablanca itself holds enough to provide a fabulous day away from your MSC cruise liner and film buffs will revel in the pleasure of being ‘on location’ in this legendary romantic city. However, this destination is also a great place from which to explore other well-known cities in the area. Cruise passengers that join us on our full day excursion packages to Rabat, Fez or Marrakech will really be making the most of their Mediterranean cruise vacation as they pack a great deal of authentic sights and attractions into their holiday experience.

Once you are off the ship you will immediately be transported into a world of colours and flavours as we offer you the best ways to get a feel for local life and culture.

From unique shopping in the magical bazaars to visiting sacred mosques, Casablanca and its environs offers a taste of the Western Mediterranean that is simply unrivalled.

Cruise to Casablanca - Morocco - Mediterranean - MSC Cruises

Directions


The city centre is a few minutes far from the port. A taxi service is available.

Port average temperature

Casablanca has a very mild semi-arid Mediterranean climate. Most precipitation falls in the winter months. Casablanca's climate is strongly influenced by the cool currents of the Atlantic Ocean which tends to moderate temperature swings and produce a remarkably mild climate with little seasonal temperature variation and a lack of extreme heat and extreme cold.

The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.

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Average high °C161717182022252525222017
Averagelow °C81010111417202018151210
 CAS01 - CITY TOUR AND HASSAN II S  MOSQUE - 4 hours - 2012
Level of difficulty: moderate  Panoramic Tour  Founded by the Carthaginian who called the city "Anfa", Casablanca as it is today is the result of rebuilding work carried out after a devastating earthquake in 1755. This city excursion will take you on a panoramic tour through the main streets and squares of Casablanca with a short stop at a typical local market where you will find a variety of goods. We will visit the beautiful Cathedral of Notre Dame de Lourdes and the highlight of the excursion will be a visit to the magnificent Mosque of Hassan II, the largest mosque in the Islamic world after Mecca.
Please note: if the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mosque will be around the exterior only.

Price per person $78.00 Adults $55.00 Children

   


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 CAS01WI - CITY TOUR AND HASSAN II’ S MOSQUE (approximately 4 hours) - 2011-2012
Long Walking Tours  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Panoramic Tour  Founded by the Carthaginian who called the city "Anfa", Casablanca as it is today is the result of rebuilding work carried out after a devastating earthquake in 1755. This city excursion will take you on a panoramic tour through the main streets and squares of Casablanca with a short stop at a typical local market where you will find a variety of goods. We will visit the beautiful Cathedral of Notre Dame de Lourdes and the highlight of the excursion will be a visit to the magnificent Mosque of Hassan II, the largest mosque in the Islamic world after Mecca.
Please note: if the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mosque will be around the exterior only.

Price per person $78.00 Adults $55.00 Children

   


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 CAS02 - MARRAKECH (full day with lunch) - 2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Lunch or dinner included  Drink  Marrakech is called the "Pearl of the South"; we will reach this vibrant city after a 3-hour bus drive. Enjoy a visit to some of Marrakech key sights, including the Tombs of the Saadian Kings and the magnificent Bahia Palace. After enjoying a delicious lunch our final destination will be the bustling Djeema-El-Fna Square where you will have free time to marvel at the snake charmers, acrobats, jugglers and musicians.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in wheelchair. Long periods of walking involved.

Price per person $172.00 Adults $120.00 Children

   


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 CAS02WI - MARRAKECH (full day with lunch) - 2011-2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Lunch or dinner included  Drink  Marrakech is called the "Pearl of the South"; we will reach this vibrant city after a 3-hour bus drive. Enjoy a visit to some of Marrakech key sights, including the Tombs of the Saadian Kings and the magnificent Bahia Palace. After enjoying a delicious lunch our final destination will be the bustling Djeema-El-Fna Square where you will have free time to marvel at the snake charmers, acrobats, jugglers and musicians.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for passengers who experience mobility problems or in wheelchair. Long periods of walking involved.

 

Price per person $172.00 Adults $120.00 Children

   


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 CAS03 - RABAT - 5 hours - 2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Level of difficulty: moderate  Take a coach for a 1,5-hour drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, home to the government and the residence of King Hassan II. Our excursion begins with a guided tour past the Grand Mechouar Official Square and Hassan Tower and Mosque which, with its 300 broken columns and although uncompleted, is reputed to be one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world. The excursion also includes a walk through the streets of the Medina visiting the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the garden of Oudayas Kasbah.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems; long periods of walking involved. If the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mausoleum will be external. The visit to the Mausoleum will be reconfirmed on the day of call and may be omitted in case the King of Morocco is in town.

Price per person $81.00 Adults $57.00 Children

   


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 CAS03WI - RABAT (approximately 5 hours) - 2011-2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Take a coach for a 1,5-hour drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, home to the government and the residence of King Hassan II. Our excursion begins with a guided tour past the Grand Mechouar Official Square and Hassan Tower and Mosque which, with its 300 broken columns and although uncompleted, is reputed to be one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world. The excursion also includes a walk through the streets of the Medina visiting the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the garden of Oudayas Kasbah.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for passengers with mobility problems; long periods of walking involved. If the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mausoleum will be external. The visit to the Mausoleum will be reconfirmed on the day of call and may be omitted in case the King of Morocco is in town.

 

Price per person $81.00 Adults $57.00 Children

   


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 CAS04 - FEZ - full day with lunch - 2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Lunch or dinner included  Drink  Fez is perhaps the most authentic Imperial city in Morocco and this day-long excursion will take you on a 3,5-hour drive to this fascinating city. Highlights of this tour include the ancient Medina Fés El Bali, a typical market area where each souk is dedicated to different crafts, from woodwork to leather. We will also visit Mellah, the Jewish Quarter, as well as the Belgazhi Museum. We will admire the exterior of the Karaouine Mosque and look around the grand Medersa Attarine building. Lunch included.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems; long periods of walking involved.

 

Price per person $168.00 Adults $118.00 Children

   


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 CAS05 - CASABLANCA & RABAT - full day with lunch - 2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Level of difficulty: moderate  Lunch or dinner included  Drink  Leave the port for a full day world-class sightseeing beginning with a stop at Mohamed V Square and Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in the Islamic world after Mecca. We will drive through the Corniche and Anfa areas to the Habbous Quarter for a tour around the central market. Our journey continues with a 1,5-hour drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, to enjoy this city's best sites such as the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower and its 300 broken columns, the Oudayas Kasbah and the Royal Palace (outside). Lunch included.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems; long periods of walking involved. If the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mausoleum will be external. The visit to the Mausoleum will be reconfirmed on the day of call and may be omitted in case the King of Morocco is in town.

 

Price per person $169.00 Adults $118.00 Children

   


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 CAS05WI - CASABLANCA & RABAT ( full day with lunch - 2011-2012
Long Walking Tours  Long Bus Trip  Walking on rough terrain:comfortable walking shoes advised  Level of difficulty: moderate  Lunch or dinner included  Drink  Leave the port for a full day world-class sightseeing beginning with a stop at Mohamed V Square and Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in the Islamic world after Mecca. We will drive through the Corniche and Anfa areas to the Habbous Quarter for a tour around the central market. Our journey continues with a 1,5-hour drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, to enjoy this city's best sites such as the Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower and its 300 broken columns, the Oudayas Kasbah and the Royal Palace (outside). Lunch included.

Please note: this tour is not suitable for passengers with mobility problems; long periods of walking involved. If the call falls on a day of religious celebrations the visit to the Mausoleum will be external. The visit to the Mausoleum will be reconfirmed on the day of call and may be omitted in case the King of Morocco is in town.

Price per person $169.00 Adults $118.00 Children

   


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The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.


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