Day Trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
Overview: Day Trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
A day trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis combines an imperial city and the best Roman site in Morocco in one easy day. This private day trip from Fes combines two very different visits: Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, and Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman site in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meknes is about 64 km from Fes and Volubilis about 31 km from Meknes, so the driving is short and most of the day is spent visiting.
The drives are short on this day trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis, so most of your time is spent visiting, not sitting in the car.
Volubilis was an important Roman town and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its mosaics.
Highlights of the Day Trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
- Private pickup from your accommodation in Fes
- Bab Mansour gate and El Hedim square in Meknes
- The old medina of Meknes
- Roman ruins and mosaics of Volubilis
- View of the holy town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
- Return to Fes the same day
Itinerary: Day Trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
Full day: Fes – Meknes – Volubilis – Fes
Pickup from your accommodation in Fes in the morning and drive about 64 km (around 50 minutes) to Meknes. Visit the monumental Bab Mansour gate, El Hedim square and the old medina.
Continue about 31 km to Volubilis. Walk through the Roman town, with its triumphal arch, columns and floor mosaics, and enjoy the view over the hills and the town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun. Then drive back to Fes, about 82 km, and arrive in the late afternoon.
FAQ: Day Trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis
How long does the day trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis take?
Plan a full day. The day trip from Fes to Meknes and Volubilis usually starts in the morning and returns to Fes in the late afternoon, with about 3 hours of driving in total.
How far are Meknes and Volubilis from Fes?
Meknes is about 64 km from Fes, Volubilis about 31 km from Meknes, and Volubilis about 82 km from Fes on the way back.
Is there shade at Volubilis?
Very little. Bring a hat, sun protection and water, especially from May to September.
Can I hire a local guide at Volubilis?
Yes. A local guide helps you understand the ruins and the mosaics; tell us if you want one included.
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What is Include
- Private transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide throughout the trip
- Flexibility to stop whenever and wherever you’d like
- Entrance fees and local guide where applicable
- Pickup from and drop-off at your accommodation in Fes
What is Exclude
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Extra activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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