Day Trip to Fes – From Casablanca

Duration

12 Hours

Max People

16

Pick-up

Your Hotel

Tour

Private

A Private Day Trip to Fes – from Casablanca offers a rich, immersive experience into Morocco’s historical and cultural heart.

Details: Private Day Trip to Fes

  • Pick up from Your Accommodations

Firstly, early in the morning, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Casablanca by a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. The drive to Fes is approximately 3 hours. It allows you to enjoy scenic views of the Moroccan landscape, including rolling hills, olive groves, and quaint villages.

  • Fes City Tour with local Guide.

Consequently, upon arrival in Fes, your adventure begins with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Fes el-Bali (Old Fes). This ancient medina is one of the world’s largest car-free urban areas. Certainly, It is a labyrinth of narrow, winding streets filled with bustling souks, traditional workshops, and historical sites.

Additionally, a knowledgeable local guide will lead you through the medina, starting with the Bab Bou Jeloud, or the Blue Gate, a stunning example of Moroccan architecture.

  • Fes Monuments

Furthermore, as you delve deeper into the medina, you’ll visit the Al Quaraouiyine University. Founded in 859 AD, it is the oldest continuously operating university in the world

Besides, you’ll find the Al-Attarine Madrasa, a masterpiece of Marinid architecture, adorned with intricate tilework and wood carvings. The Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts offers insights into traditional Moroccan carpentry and craftsmanship.

  • Chouara Tannery

Moreover, your exploration continues with a visit to the Chouara Tannery, one of the oldest tanneries in the world. From a vantage point, you can observe the traditional process of leather dyeing in large stone vats. It is a practice that has remained unchanged for centuries. The vibrant colors and unique smells create an unforgettable sensory experience.

  • Lunch Time

Typically, you enjoy lunch at a local restaurant within the medina. Where you can savor traditional Moroccan dishes such as tagine, couscous, and pastilla. After lunch, you might visit the Mellah, the historic Jewish quarter, and the Royal Palace, with its impressive golden gates.

Later on, there may be time for some leisurely shopping. The souks of Fes renown for their high-quality leather goods, pottery, and textiles Engage with local artisans and perhaps purchase a unique souvenir to remember your trip.

  • Transfer back to Casablanca

Finally, as the day draws to a close, you’ll begin your journey back to Casablanca. The drive back offers a chance to reflect on the day’s experiences, rich with history, culture, and the vibrant life of Fes. By evening, you’ll return to your accommodation in Casablanca, completing a memorable Private Day Trip to Fes – from Casablanca.

Overview of the Private Day Trip to Fes – from Casablanca

A Private Day Trip to Fes – from Casablanca allows you to explore the intricate beauty and history of one of Morocco’s most captivating cities.

Included/Excluded

  • Air Conditioned Private Transport
  • Driver speaking English
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
  • Fes Local guide speaking English, French and Spanish
  • Lunch, Drinks, Tips and Extras
  • Monuments Entrance Fees

Tour Plan

Tour Details Day Trip to Fes

The driver will pick you up from your hotel in Casablanca at 07:00 AM and transfer you to the city of fes. Of course you will have optional several stops on the way.

Delve into the Rich History of Fez with local guide

Head out on an exploration of Fez, Morocco's oldest city. You will be guided to important historical sights, such as the gate of the Royal Palace and the old Jewish Quarter, which is known as the "Mellah." Dating from the 14th century, it is the oldest in Morocco.

Later, visit Al Qaraouine University. Founded in the 9th century, this is the oldest continually operating university in the world. You'll also have a chance to see the famous Fez leather tanneries, as well as the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, the most important Muslim pilgrimage site in Morocco.

Later in the evening, you will have the chance to visit an atmospheric tile cooperative to learn how the emblematic tiles of Morocco are made.

On the afternoon, the journey back to Casablanca.

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