The imperial city of Moulay Ismail and the best-preserved Roman ruins of Morocco, in one private day from Fes.
Meknes, less than an hour from Fes, has some of the most monumental gates and walls in Morocco. Nearby, the Roman city of Volubilis keeps beautiful mosaics among olive groves.
The classic day trip from Fes, combining an imperial city, a holy town and a Roman site in one easy day. The distances are short, under an hour between each stop.
A local guide in Volubilis brings the ruins to life; we can arrange one on request.
Tour highlights
Bab Mansour gate
The royal granaries and stables
The holy town of Moulay Idriss
The Roman mosaics of Volubilis
The arch of Caracalla
Short drives, relaxed day
The route
1Fes
2Meknes
3Volubilis
Day by day
Part1
Morning · Meknes
Bab Mansour, the royal granaries and stables, and the medina of Meknes.
In Meknes you see Bab Mansour, one of the most beautiful gates of Morocco, the Lahdim square, the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and the enormous granaries and stables built for twelve thousand horses.
Part2
Midday · Moulay Idriss
A stop with views over the holy town of Moulay Idriss and lunch.
Moulay Idriss, built on two hills, is the holiest town of Morocco and the resting place of the founder of the first Moroccan dynasty. We stop at a viewpoint and have lunch in the town.
Part3
Afternoon · Volubilis
Walk among the mosaics and the triumphal arch of Volubilis, then back to Fes.
Volubilis was an important Roman city at the edge of the empire. You walk among the basilica, the capitol, the triumphal arch of Caracalla and houses with beautiful mosaics of Orpheus, Bacchus and the labours of Hercules, before returning to Fes.
Included
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, riad or the airport
Private air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan
Professional driver who speaks several languages
Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
Lunches
Entrance fees to monuments
Tips and personal expenses
Good to know
This is a private tour: only your group travels in the vehicle. You can add days, change cities or choose the level of the hotels.
The price depends on the number of travellers and the hotels you choose. Ask us and we will send you the exact price.
Frequently asked questions
Are the tours private?
Yes. Only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver. We do not run shared tours.
How much does a tour cost?
The price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the level of accommodation. Send us your dates and we will reply with a clear price.
Can I change the itinerary?
Of course. You can add days, start or finish in another city, or choose different hotels. Every tour can be adapted.
What is the desert camp like?
Our camps in Merzouga have tents with real beds, dinner and breakfast. Luxury tents with private bathroom are available on request.
When is the best time to travel?
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal. Winter days are sunny but desert nights are cold; summer is very hot in the south.