Fes Medina and Imperial Cities
Walk the world’s largest car-free medina and meet the craftsmen of Fes.
Overview
Fes el-Bali is a living medieval city with more than 9,000 alleys. Mbark’s guides know the quiet routes between the madrasas, fountains and workshops.
Continue to Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis to see how Morocco’s imperial history fits together.
Quick facts
- ⏱ Duration2 to 4 days
- 📅 Best timeMarch to June, Sept to Nov
- 🥾 LevelModerate
- 👥 GroupPrivate, 1–10 guests
- 💶 PriceOn request, tailored to you
What you will experience
📜 Al Quaraouiyine area
🎨 Tanneries and pottery
🏛 Meknes and Volubilis
🍽 Fassi cuisine
Your journey step by step
Everything can be adjusted to your pace and interests.
Day 1 – Fes el-Bali
Enter through Bab Boujloud, visit Bou Inania Medersa, the tanneries and artisan workshops.
Day 2 – Fes Jdid and viewpoints
Royal palace gates, the Mellah and sunset from the Merenid Tombs.
Day 3 – Meknes and Volubilis
Day trip to the imperial city of Meknes and Roman Volubilis, with lunch in Moulay Idriss.
Included
- Licensed Fes guide
- Riad accommodation on multi-day tours
- Breakfast daily
- Transport for day trips
- Workshop visits
Not included: flights, personal expenses, tips and anything not listed.
Good to know
- Wear shoes with grip, alleys are uneven
- Medina is crowded, keep valuables close
- Tanneries smell strong, mint leaves help
- Friday mornings are quieter in the souks
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Kasbahs, Berber villages and Todra gorge.
Essaouira and the Atlantic Coast
Fishing port, ramparts, argan cooperatives and seafood.
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