Day Trip From Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
Day Trip From Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
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Overview
A superb way to see one of Morocco’s imperial town and the Roman remnants of a long-gone monarchy in this day trip from Fes to Meknes. Visit the Medina in Meknes, the ancient city of Volubilis, and the sacred village of Moulay Idriss. These places are a must-see because of there magnificent enormous gates, expansive Kasbahs, palaces, particularly Dar El Kabira, where the royal family stays when they are in Meknes, its fortifications, and its expansive gardens. The most well-known tourist attraction in Morocco is the renowned 50-hectare Volubilis archaeological site.
Details About the Tour
After breakfast, go to Meknes with our experienced driver, who will be waiting for you at your lodging. Then, embark on a journey to explore Meknes, a former imperial metropolis. Visit historic locations such as the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum and the towering ramparts and gates.
Grand gates from the 17th century can be seen in Meknes, notably Bab al-Mansour and Bab Khemis. Keep exploring the area around the Stud, HERI, and Rua stables. Visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, which for a long time served as the solitary mosque in Morocco for non-Muslim visitors. Take in the views of the legendary Bab Mansour and El Hedim Square. You can explore a wide range of handicrafts at the Museum of Moroccan Art “Dar Jamai.”
Grand gates from the 17th century can be seen in Meknes, notably Bab al-Mansour and Bab Khemis. Keep exploring the area around the Stud, HERI, and Rua stables. Visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, which for a long time served as the solitary mosque in Morocco for non-Muslim visitors. Take in the views of the legendary Bab Mansour and El Hedim Square. You can explore a wide range of handicrafts at the Museum of Moroccan Art “Dar Jamai.”
Then, we travel to Volubilis, where you may spend some time examining the 2000-year-old Roman ruins and learning about life there. You will be able to recognize numerous Roman artifacts as well as the splendor of the Capitol, Basilica, and Caracalla’s Arc de Triomphe.
We will proceed to Moulay Idriss, which is the holiest city in Morocco. You will stroll through the Medina and ascend the hill to take in the breathtaking panorama of the surroundings and the gorgeous green mosque dome. At the end of your excursion, our driver will drop you off at your lodging in Fes.
We will proceed to Moulay Idriss, which is the holiest city in Morocco. You will stroll through the Medina and ascend the hill to take in the breathtaking panorama of the surroundings and the gorgeous green mosque dome. At the end of your excursion, our driver will drop you off at your lodging in Fes.