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One Day Excursion to Meknes Tour from Fes | Morocco Travel Portal

Day Trip from Fes • Imperial City Exploration

One Day Excursion: Fes → Volubilis → Moulay Driss → Meknes

1 Day Tour Pick-up: Fes (Hotel/Riad) Private or Small-Group Roman Ruins & Imperial City

Trip Overview

Our wonderful one day tour starts from your accommodation in Fes, taking you towards one of the four imperial cities of Morocco, the city of Meknes. Along the way, we'll visit a special destination - the historical site of Volubilis from 25 BC, featuring remarkable Roman ruins. Next and not far from this location, staying in the historical mood, we'll visit the city of Moulay Driss, the oldest city in Morocco where the founder of Islam in North Africa is buried. We'll enjoy lunch in this beautiful city.

Then we'll continue towards a city known as the Ismaili capital of Morocco - the city of Meknes. Here you'll see the famous historical gate of "Bab Mansour el Alaaj", the second most famous plaza in Morocco after Jamaa el-Fna in Marrakech - the plaza of "Lahdim". Next you'll see the Basin of "Sahrij Souani" and explore the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.

Eventually, we'll return to Fes, completing our historical journey through Morocco's imperial heritage.

Tour Highlights

Volubilis Roman Ruins

Explore the ancient Roman city dating back to 25 BC with its well-preserved mosaics and historical architecture.

Moulay Driss

Visit the oldest city in Morocco and the burial place of the founder of Islam in North Africa.

Bab Mansour Gate

Admire the famous historical gate of Bab Mansour el Alaaj, one of Morocco's most impressive monuments.

Imperial Meknes

Discover Lahdim Square, Sahrij Souani basin, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum in the Ismaili capital.

Detailed Itinerary

Morning Departure

We'll pick you up from your accommodation in Fes and begin our journey towards Meknes, with our first stop at the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.

Volubilis Exploration

Spend the morning exploring the remarkable Roman ruins of Volubilis, dating back to 25 BC. Discover ancient mosaics, arches, and learn about the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Moulay Driss Visit

Continue to Moulay Driss, the oldest city in Morocco. Visit the burial site of the founder of Islam in North Africa and enjoy lunch in this historically significant city.

Meknes Imperial Discovery

Explore the imperial city of Meknes, including the famous Bab Mansour gate, Lahdim Square, Sahrij Souani basin, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.

Return to Fes

In the evening, we'll drive back to Fes, dropping you off at your accommodation where our historical journey concludes.

What's Included / Not Included

Included

  • Pick-up & drop-off at your Fes accommodation
  • Private, air-conditioned vehicle & fuel
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Flexible itinerary based on your preferences

Not Included

  • Lunches & drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • Tips & personal expenses

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