a day in Meknes Volubilis and Moulay Idriss from Fes
Private or small-group tour of Meknes for a hassle-free day trip from Fez Discover an iconic mountain village painted blue You will have time to explore Meknes at your own pace Convenient door-to-door transportation from Fez included discover the city of volubilis discover Moulay Idriss the founder of Meknes
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a day in Meknes Volubilis and Moulay Idriss from Fes
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What's included in a day in Meknes Volubilis and Moulay Idriss from Fes
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meknes
In northern Morocco, west of Fez, lies the beautiful city of Meknes – one of the oldest in the kingdom. discover this historic city, dating from the Middle Ages. The city of Meknes deserves to be better known. This city located in the north of Morocco has a fascinating history and an impressive heritage. Founded in the 11th century by the Almoravids, Meknes was first a military city, then became the capital of the kingdom, under the rule of the Alawite Moulay Ismaïl. It is he who will make Meknes a great city, rich and prosperous. During the French presence in Morocco, Meknes was even nicknamed "Le Petit Paris" or the "Versailles of Morocco". I but also for its gigantic ramparts, its gates, the Ksar Mansour palace, the Agdal Basin, the royal stables, the Cara underground prison, the Dar Jamaï Museum The city of Meknes is also located not far from the Roman ruins of Volubilis – a another of the major historical sites of Morocco.
Volubilis
THE VOLUBILIS SITE A fascinating archaeological site in North Africa Located on the foothills of the Zerhoun massif, 28 kilometers from Meknes, Volubilis takes its name from the Berber word Oualili, which designates the colorful flower of bindweed, a plant abundant in the region. The Roman city of Volubilis rises before you with its remains, its white marble columns, its temple and the haughty silhouette of its triumphal arch. It is the largest archaeological site in Morocco with 18 hectares, accessible to the public on a total area estimated at 40 hectares. Identified late in the 19th century, the site has been part of the protected heritage of Morocco since 1921. It has been the subject of archaeological excavations since the beginning of the 20th century. An outstanding example of an architectural ensemble illustrating the organization of the Punic, pre-Roman and Roman administration in Africa, Volubilis is also the place of permanence of the societies that inhabited the extreme Maghreb.
La Grande Terrasse
The town of Moulay Driss Zerhoun is a city in Morocco. It is located 25 km from Meknes, in the region of Meknes-Tafilalet Municipalities & Cities of Morocco strives to identify all the useful information of the cities and municipalities of Morocco and in particular the city of Moulay Driss Zerhoun and has no direct link with the town hall or the state.
Inclusions
- support offered
- professional driver
- Lunch
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Meeting / End Points
- you will be picked up from your hotel or apartment or Riad by your driver directly.
