Day trip from Fes to Meknes-Volubilis

One Day depart: Day Trips


Day 1: Day trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis

Following a pickup from your hotel in Fez, enjoy an easy transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, , Once occupied by the Romans, Volubilis has been recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site and gained international acclaim when Martin Scorsese made it a feature location for his film, The Last Temptation of Christ.

Begin your visit by discovering the fascinating Roman ruins adorned with beautiful mosaics and colorful 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 can view how the Roman Empire transformed the original Carthaginian settlement into a typical Roman city complete with mansions, a town center, a triumphal arc and temples devoted to the Roman gods.

As you walk along the fertile lands of the province your guide will explain how natural commodities such as grain and olive oil were exported to Rome.Then, continue to Moulay Idriss to discover one of Morocco's holiest cities where you can take a tour of the narrow streets of the compact town where Moulay Idriss I introduced the religion of Islam in 789 AD

On, now, to the Imperial City of Meknes (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Here we shall visit the easily most beautiful Bab Mansour. From here to the El Heri es-Souani – the granary of huge vaulted structures and stables built by Moulay Ismail’s soldiers next to a pool fed by underground channels that brought fresh water all the way from the distant Middle Atlas Mountains; the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum and the Place el-Hedim to see the famous State-owned stallion stables of Haras where these Arabo-Berber horses are bred. Afternoon leaving Meknes back to Fes.

  • Included
    Hotel pick-up and drop off
    Round-trip transportation
    Professional driver
    Local professional guide
  • Not Included
    Food and drinks
    Tips and gratuities

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