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Day Trip From Fes To Meknes Volubilis – The UNESCO world heritage site of Volubilis, the imperial city of Meknes, and the holy city of Moulay Idriss, are the most visited destinations in Morocco.
Volubilis (Roman ruins) is an archaeological site in North Africa. It is near Fès in Morocco’s Jebel Zerhoun Plain. It dates back to the third century B.C. and served as the old capital of the kingdom of Mauretania. Prior to becoming the seat of an Islamic dynasty, it was a Roman fortress, then a Christian enclave independent of Rome, and finally an Islamic capital.
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco and is situated in the center of the country’s northern region. It is also the sixth biggest city in Morocco in terms of population. Meknes was first established in the 11th century by the Almoravids as a military city. During the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismail (1672–1727), the son of the founder of the Alaouite dynasty, Meknes was elevated to the position of capital of Morocco. Meknes was transformed by Moulay Ismail into a magnificent metropolis in Spanish-Moorish architecture. It was enclosed by high walls and had spectacular doorways.
Each of these destinations draws tourists from all over the world. Let us explore what makes them fascinated by travelers from different countries.
The full-day trip from Fes to Volubilis and Meknes starts from your accommodation in Fez at 9:00 in the morning. Our driver will pick you up from your Riad and head to Volubilis. After arriving at Roman ruins, Morocco's most significant archeological site, you will marvel at the well-known attractions, such as the basilica, the triumphal arc, and the numerous palaces that feature exquisite mosaics. A local guide who is an expert in the area will accompany you on the tour of Volubilis. Afterward, we will head to the holy Islamic town in Moulay-Idriss. You'll learn how Moulay Idriss I built this town. Explore a labyrinth of clean alleyways while admiring the panoramic views, elongated squares, and green-tiled pyramids of the Zaouia. A visit to the most interesting part of the medina takes less than an hour from this small town. The next stop will be in Meknes. Our driver- will show you the most important attraction and visit the historical monuments of the city, including the Palais Dar El Makhzen, Bab Mansour, Bab El Berdaine, Bab El Khémis, and the Sidi Said Mosque, Jardin Lahboul, and Golf Royal. Without forgetting to Taste the local cuisine to learn more about their way of life. After a full day of visiting Roman ruins and Meknes in an amusing and adventurous atmosphere, with a lot of memories and experiences that will stick with you for the rest of your life, we will drive back to Fes and drop you off at your accommodation
Important: if our Day trip of Volubilis and Meknes we offer doesn’t suit your preferences, it is flexible to be customized to your requirements or need any further information don’t hesitate to contact Odyssey Morocco Travel expert team.
Odyssey M T will take you on expeditions to discover the different destinations in Morocco, a land with varied landscapes, beautiful colors, exotic odors, art, and without forgetting gentle and welcoming people. Our tour company offers a variety of itineraries by 4X4 vehicle, minibus, or bus to different parts of Morocco, where you will have an exciting and truly memorable adventure.
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