3-Day Tour from Fes: Discovering Moroccan Heritage
3
Days
Overview
Day 1: Fes – Exploring the Ancient City Morning: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your riad. Guided Tour of Fes el-Bali: Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest existing university in the world. Explore the Bou Inania Madrasa, an architectural masterpiece. Walk through the famous Chouara Tannery to see the traditional leather-making process. Lunch: Enjoy lunch in the medina at a local restaurant, sampling traditional Moroccan dishes such as tagine or couscous. Afternoon: Continue your guided tour: Visit the Dar Batha Museum, showcasing Moroccan arts and crafts. Explore the Jewish Quarter (Mellah) and visit the Ibn Danan Synagogue. Stroll through the winding alleys of the medina, visiting local artisan workshops. Evening: Dinner: Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at a local restaurant or your riad. Optional: Attend a cultural performance, such as traditional music or dance. Accommodation: Riad in Fes.
Day 2: Fes to Chefchaouen Morning: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your riad. Depart for Chefchaouen (approximately 3.5 hours by car). Scenic drive through the Rif Mountains, enjoying picturesque landscapes. Lunch: Arrive in Chefchaouen and have lunch at a local café or restaurant in the medina. Afternoon: Explore Chefchaouen, the famous blue city: Visit the Kasbah Museum, located in the main square. Wander through the blue-washed streets, admiring the unique architecture and local shops. Relax at Outa el Hammam, the central plaza, and enjoy a mint tea at a café. Evening: Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, trying local specialties such as goat cheese. Optional: Take a leisurely evening walk to enjoy the tranquility of the blue city. Accommodation: Riad in Chefchaouen.
Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fes (via Volubilis and Meknes) Morning: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your riad. Depart for Volubilis (approximately 1.5 hours by car). Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the impressive mosaics and ancient structures. Lunch: Have lunch at a nearby restaurant or picnic in the gardens of Volubilis. Afternoon: Depart for Meknes (approximately 30 minutes by car). Explore Meknes, known for its historical significance: Visit the Bab Mansour, the grand gate to the medina. Explore the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and the Royal Stables. Evening: Return to Fes (approximately 1 hour by car). Dinner: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant or your riad. Accommodation: Riad in Fes (or not included if departing).
