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Historic Meknes, Roman Volubilis and Moulay Idriss - Private Day Trip from Fes

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Private day trip to visit past glories with a visit to the important Holy village of Moulay Idriss, the stunning Roman ruins of Volubilis and Imperial Meknes city. Confortable car and English speaking driver.
  • Pick up and drop off at your accommodation.
  • Transport in a comfortable A/C vehicle (Mini Van).
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Traveler pickup is offered

We pick you up from your accommodation in Fes.

  • Meknes Medina, Meknes, Morocco
    The day begins after breakfast when we collect you from your hotel or riad in Fes at 10 am, (though Fes Desert Trips are flexible enough to meet you at another time if more convenient, just tell us what best suits you!) It's not a long trip to drive first to holy Moulay Idriss, a pretty place balanced precariously on the edge of Mount Zerhon with dramatic views across the beautiful Moroccan countryside including Volubilis. This is a place of pilgrimage for Muslims, as it is believed that those who cannot afford to go on the Hajj in Mecca can visit Moulay Idriss five times during their lifetime to achieve equal status. The village itself is beautiful with lots of charming souks to visit, though only Muslims are permitted to enter the tomb of Idris I of the Idrisid dynasty. he ruled from only 788 to 791 AD but his dynasty is credited with converting Morocco to Islam and he was the great-great-great grandson of Islam's Prophet Mohammed. Next is a short drive to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, called Ouallili meaning laurel flower in the Berber language, and here one is free to explore the well-preserved remains of the town, the Triumphal arch, baths, palaces and especially many beautiful mozaics of classical themes from Roman mythology. As one of the most important Roman sites in North Africa, Volubilis has UNESCO World Heritage Status. It is Volubilis that makes Meknes such a popular destination for tourists and is one of Morocco's 'must see' attractions. Then it's on to the Imperial city of Meknes founded as a military camp in the 11th century but now known as "the Versaille of Morocco", due to it's lavish design, created to mimic the royal palaces of Paris and Arabia during the 17th century by the Sultan Moulay Ismail who made it his capital. In it's heyday, Meknes was surrounded by 45 km of wall, in three defensive circles, had twenty city gates and protected over fifty palaces. Here you will see impressive crenulated battlements, gigantic city gates carved with Islamic art and containing Roman marble pillars looted from Volubilis, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail himself and the royal palace of Dal El Makhzen with it's Royal Stables, the beautiful Agdal reservoir and the nearby granaries and subterranean prison. Meknes has an old-fashioned charm and quaintness, a more relaxed atmosphere than Fes and is surrounded by stunning countryside, olive groves and vineyards. The local souks are recommended for a shopping expedition as they are rich and varied and often much cheaper than Fes. After this, Fes Desert Trips will ensure you are taken back to your accommodation in Fes.
    240 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Olga_B
16 Sep 2023
Our driver, Ahmed, was very patient, very polite and very helpful. We took private tour, and Ahmed was very helpful and even organised for us extra little tour in Meknes. It was fun and would recommend!
ManuelFelix_V
30 Jul 2023
The driver was timely to pick us up, the excursion was amazing, everything was well organized. We visited Volubilis roman ruins, Moulay Idriss and Meknes, where we have a very nice lunch. Finally, we ask for a favour to drop off us in the airport when the tour finished and they accepted kindly. I highly recommend this tour. Next time, I will repeat with this agency with new tours in Morocco.
Joanna_L
11 Feb 2023
A fantastic day out from the hustle and bustle of Fès. The driver was courteous and knowledgeable and allowed plenty of time to go at my own pace and spend the time where wanted.
This tour in Morocco is organized by Fes Desert Trips

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