Fes Trip Overview
Discover the ancient sites of Morocco with us on this exclusive private tour. This trip will transfer you back in time to the ancient Roman Empire and Moroccan sultanate. Immerse yourself in the astonishing landscape of the Middle Atlas Mountains, rolling, green hills dotted with cedar trees, charming colourful plains stretching along the horizon. Get to know the rich history of Morocco with 3 UNESCO Word Heritage Sites. Let us take you back in time in Volubilis, one of the most important Roman sites in North Africa and world’s most preserved site from the Roman Empire. Visit Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, of the country’s most important spiritual and pilgrimage site. Explore Meknes – home of the Moroccan sultanate where blending of the Islamic and European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today. This trip is packed with astonishing views, exceptional historical places and cultural connection you’ll never forget.
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* Duration: 10 hours
* Starts: Fes, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Fes, Fes-Meknes, Morocco
Discover the ancient sites of Morocco with us on this exclusive private tour. This trip will transfer you back in time to the ancient Roman Empire and Moroccan sultanate. Immerse yourself in the astonishing landscape of the Middle Atlas Mountains, rolling, green hills dotted with cedar trees, charming colourful plains stretching along the horizon. Get to know the rich history of Morocco with 3 UNESCO Word Heritage Sites. Let us take you back in time in Volubilis, one of the most important Roman sites in North Africa and world’s most preserved site from the Roman Empire. Visit Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, of the country’s most important spiritual and pilgrimage site. Explore Meknes – home of the Moroccan sultanate where blending of the Islamic and European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today. This trip is packed with astonishing views, exceptional historical places and cultural connection you’ll never forget.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Volubilis, Morocco
Our driver will pick you up from your accommodation after breakfast, 9am. After travelling through the picturesque settings, charming green rolling hills dotted with cedar woods, first stop will be at the UNESCO World Heritage Site – ancient Roman city of Volubilis. It is one of the Roman Empire’s most remote settlement listed for being “an exceptionally well preserved example of a large Roman colonial town on the fringes of the Empire”. Volubilis is adorned with beautiful mosaics and colourful tiles depicting Roman mythology. The ruins are spread out across several acres and what remains visible is several fragments of wall, parts of massive columns, the capitol, the basilica and a triumphal arch. You will able to see how Roman Mansions and castles were transformed to make the most impressive Roman City with its well preserved ruins and spectacular mosaics. Volubilis is consider as one of the most important Roman sites in North Africa and world’s most preserved site from the Roman Empire.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, Meknes 50353 Morocco
After travelling through the charming landscape, we will visit the holy city of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, perched dramatically against the slope of Mount Zerhon.
The whitewashed town of Moulay Idriss located between two green hills in a cradle of mountains.
It is one of the country’s most important spiritual and pilgrimage site, the place of the tomb of Moulay Idriss, a prominent Moroccan saint in the late 8th century and a great grandson of the prophet Mohammed.
For many centuries the town has been a place of pilgrimage, thanks to its founder, Moulay Idriss el Akhbar.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Meknes Medina, Meknes Morocco
Early medieval city of Meknes, UNESCO World Heritage Site is your next destination. The medina of Meknes holds the city’s historic sights such as: Bab Elmansour, the huge decorated gate, Qara Prison the famous underground old prison, The Sahrij Swani and el Hadim square – the small version of Marrakech’s popular square Jama El Fna. Founded in the 11th century by the Almoravids Meknes is an impressive city in Spanish-Moorish style. It is surrounded by high walls with great doors, where the harmonious blending of the Islamic and European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today. Behind the high defensive walls, pierced by nine monumental gates, are key monuments including twenty-five mosques, ten hammams, palaces, vast graneries, vestiges of fondouks (inns for merchants) and private houses. Meknes provides a remarkable approach of urban design, integrating elements of both Islamic and European architecture and town planning. After exploring all the winding narrow medina streets and grand buildings, head over for locally made dinner in one of the Medinas charming local restaurants. Enjoy the view of the square from one of the local cafes, sipping traditional Berber tea. Meet our driver early evening to take you back to your accommodation. Estimated arrival time 6pm.
Duration: 3 hours
