Day trip from Fes
Volubilis and Meknes Day Trip from Fes
Visit the Roman city of Volubilis, the hilltop town of Moulay Idriss and the imperial city of Meknes in one private day trip from Fes, with a driver and a local guide.
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Overview
Volubilis and Meknes Day Trip from Fes
The Volubilis and Meknes day trip is a private one-day excursion from Fes to the best-preserved Roman site in Morocco, the white holy town of Moulay Idriss and the imperial city of Meknes. Volubilis is about an hour and a half from Fes and Meknes is about an hour, so the day is easy to fit in. The price is on request.
Volubilis is the largest Roman site in Morocco, and it was a UNESCO World Heritage site from 1997. You walk among columns, mosaics and the triumphal arch, with fields of olives and wheat around the ruins.
The white town of Moulay Idriss, built on two hills, is a short drive away and has a viewpoint over the valley. Meknes, one of the four imperial cities, has the great Bab Mansour gate and a calm old medina.
It is a relaxed day trip from Fes, with space and fresh air after the medina. We adapt the order and the time you spend at each place.
Highlights
What makes it special
Roman ruins of Volubilis
Columns, mosaics and the triumphal arch among the fields.
Moulay Idriss
A white holy town on two hills, with a viewpoint.
Imperial Meknes
Bab Mansour and the old medina of Meknes.
An easy day
Short drives and plenty of time to walk and rest.
How it works
Step by step
What to expect, from the start to the end of the activity.
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Pick-up in Fes
We collect you from your riad or hotel at the time we agree with you.
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Drive to Volubilis
About an hour and a half through the olive fields of the Saiss plain.
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Moulay Idriss and Meknes
Stop at the viewpoint of Moulay Idriss and visit Meknes with your guide.
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Return to Fes
Drive back to Fes in the late afternoon.
What you get
What is included
- Private transport from Fes
- Local driver, and a local guide on request
- Time at Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes
- Return to Fes the same day
Price on request. Write to us on WhatsApp and we reply with a clear price for your dates.
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes for the uneven ruins
- Hat, sunglasses and sun cream, since there is little shade at Volubilis
- Water and some cash for lunch
- A light layer in winter
- Your camera
Plan your trip
Make it part of your trip
Combine this day trip with other things to do from Fes.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How far is Volubilis from Fes?
About 90 km, which is around an hour and a half by car.
Can I visit Meknes on the same day?
Yes. Meknes is on the way and is about an hour from Fes. Most travellers combine Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes in one day.
How much does it cost?
The price is on request because it depends on the group and the options you choose. Write to us on WhatsApp for a clear price.
Is it a private trip?
Yes. You travel with your own driver, and a local guide on request, with no strangers.
Do I need a guide at Volubilis?
A guide helps you understand the mosaics and the layout of the city. We can arrange a local guide when you contact us.
When is the best time to go?
Spring and autumn. In summer it is very hot with little shade, so we recommend going early. In winter bring a warm layer.
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