Day Trip from Fes to Meknes, Volubilis, Moulay Idriss

Embark on a captivating Trip from Fes to Meknes, Volubilis, and Moulay Idriss, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and breathtaking views.

Begin your journey at Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, the third Islamic holy city in the world. Admire a panoramic view of the city resembling a giant boat, and catch a glimpse of the holy mosque’s interior. Next, marvel at the Cylindrical Minaret.

Continue to Volubilis, a sprawling 43-hectare ancient Roman city. Explore the ruins and stunning artifacts.

Head to Meknes for a car tour through the imperial city. Enjoy the magnificent architecture, including Bab Mansour, the largest gate in Africa, and the royal golf course. Visit the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, a former Moroccan king. After lunch, take a walking tour in Meknes Medina. Visit Lahdim Square, Bab Mansour, and Palais Dar Jamaï, then explore the old city at your leisure.

Return to Fes, with memories of an unforgettable day filled with awe-inspiring architecture, history, and scenery.

Fes ➞ Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
• Departure from Fès at 9:30 AM.
• Drive for 1 hour 30 minutes.
• Arrive at Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, the third Islamic holy city in the world, by 11:00 AM
• Experience a panoramic view of the entire city, which resembles a giant boat, similar to the Titanic. 
• Although we will not be able to visit the holy parts of the city, we will be able to view the interior of the holy mosque from the top, through another panoramic view.
• Our next stop is the Cylindrical Minaret, which is the only round minaret in Morocco.

Moulay Idriss Zerhoun ➞ Volubilis
• Around 11:30 AM, we will take a 10-minute drive to Volubilis, a ruined antiquity Roman city of 43 hectares.
• You will have 1 hour 30 minutes to explore the city on your own. Everything is well described and documented, you will simply need to follow the arrows.

Volubilis ➞ Meknes
• After the city tour, we will meet again at the car near the city entrance again at 13:00 PM. Our driver will be waiting for you to continue the journey.
• We will drive 30 minutes to the city of Meknes.
• Upon arrival by 14:00 AM, we will take a 30-minute tour by car to:
– Visit the interior of the imperial city which is surrounded by 4 walls of 30 km.
– See awesome doors, including Bab Al Mansour (the largest in Africa, behind which the imperial city lies).
– See the royal golf course.
– See the mousolé Moulay Ismail (An old mosque that houses the tomb of Moulay Ismail, a former king of Morocco).
– See the road of death.

• At 14:30, we will take a 1-hour break for lunch (on your own since it is not included in the price).

• Around 15:30 PM, you will take a 1 hour 30 minutes tour on foot, to:
– Visit Lahdim Square
– Visit Bab Mansour
– Visit Palais Dar Jamaï
– Visit the old city of Meknes for you to explore on your own (The old city is small and simple, you can easily explore it on your own)

• Meet back at the entrance to the old city of Meknes at 17:00 PM to return back to Fès.
• Road to Fès.
• Arrive at around 18:30 PM

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Day Trip from Fes to Meknes, Volubilis, Moulay Idriss
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• Total insurance
• Transportation from Fes to Meknes and back from Meknes to Fes

• Food and drink

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• This Tour is Provided by TARBOOSH TRAVEL.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Casablanca.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.