Private Full-Day Cultural Tour of Fes from Rabat

11 hours Free CancellationMin 2 participantsPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by Safari Desert Tours 4.9 from 79 reviews

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This full-day trip from Rabat to Fes offers an in-depth exploration of Morocco’s oldest imperial city, known for its rich cultural heritage and historic architecture. Your guided tour includes visits to the Royal palace of Fes, where you can admire the ornate gates and gardens, and Borj Nord Museum, a former Saadi fort offering panoramic views of the city. Wander through the bustling medina to see the Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin, a significant spiritual and educational site dating back to the 9th century, as well as the Bou Inania Madrasa, noted for its Marinid architectural detail. The itinerary also takes you to the Chouara Tannery, where traditional leather-making techniques continue in stone dye vats. This tour suits travelers interested in history, architecture, and cultural immersion, with private transportation, a licensed guide, and WiFi included for comfort throughout the 11-hour experience.

Inclusions

  • Guided Tour of Fes with official licensed Tour Guide.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop

Itinerary

Stop 1

Departure at 07:00 from your Accommodation in Rabat heading to Fes taking the motorway for a comfort driving it takes about 2 hours and half drive a short break after half drive. then continue to Fes once you get there you be met by your Tour guide and enjoy the Tour of Fes.

Royal palace of Fes

First visit will be the impressive Royal palace of the King of Morocco in the city of Fez. Its original foundation dates back to the foundation of Fes el-Jdid (New Fez), the royal citadel of the Marinid dynasty, in 1276 CE. Most of the palace today dates from the Alaouite era (17th-20th centuries). The vast grounds are home to multiple private structures, patios, and gardens, but historically also included administrative offices and government tribunals. Today, the most publicly visible parts of the palace are its main entrances at the Old Mechouar (to the northeast) and the highly ornate 20th-century gates at Place des Alaouites, near the Mellah (to the southwest).
enjoy the the beautiful Moroccan architecture and have pictures with the palace and garden.

Borj Nord Museum

Visit the North tower is a fort, It was first established in 1582 by the Saadi dynasty, modeled after the Portuguese forts in the 16th century. It is among the largest defense structures around the city of Fez and one of the few to incorporate European-style changes in military architecture in the gunpowder age. Today, the fort is open to public as the Museum of Arms. enjoy the panoramic view of the entire city from this tower.

Mosque and University of al-Qarawiyyin

Visit Quaraouiyine university. It was founded as a mosque by Fatima al-Fihri in 857–859 and subsequently became one of the leading spiritual and educational centers of the Islamic Golden Age. It was incorporated into Morocco's modern state university system in 1963 and officially renamed "University of Al Quaraouiyine" two years later. The mosque building itself is also a significant complex of historical Moroccan and Islamic architecture that features elements from many different periods of Moroccan history.

Chouara Tannery

Bou Inania Madrasa

Visit the beautiful Madrasa Bou Inania was built in 1350–55 CE by Abu Inan Faris. It is the only madrasa in Morocco which also functioned as a congregational mosque. It is widely acknowledged as a high point of Marinid architecture and of historic Moroccan architecture generally.

Fes el Bali Medina

Explore Fez Medina with your knowledgeable guide, Fez which was considered Mecca of the west and Athena of Africa. It is the biggest city of the country after Casablanca with a population of approximately 1 million. This city is a former capital and one of the country’s four imperial cities. Fez comprises three distinct parts, Fez el Bali which is the oldest part surrounded by a big wall, where are more than 9000 narrow streets and allies. Fez-Jdid or the new Fes, home of the Mellah the Jewish quarter and the Ville Nouvelle the newest section of Fez created during the French occupation. Fez el Bali is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its medina is the largest in the world. Among its narrow streets and allies, the oldest university in the world is located; The University of Al-Karaouine, founded in AD 859. This University is still operating nowadays.
you will discover the narrow street of the old town with your Tour guide.

Stop 8

After visiting the beautiful city of Fes and have all the information about it because of you professional tour guide. you be met by your driver and return back to Casablanca drop off at your accommodation or airport Md V where your trip is up to end.

Please Note

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible Pick up and drop off from your accommodation in Rabat.

Know Before You Go

  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start