Morocco · Archaeology

Full-Day Meknes and Volubilis Tour from Fez with Roman Ruins

1 Day Round trip from Fes Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Meknes, the ancient capital of Morocco
02 Admire the impressive Bab Mansour Gate
03 Visit the Mulay Ismail Mausoleum
04 Tour the Roman city of Volubilis

Explore the ancient city of Meknes, where the Roman roots of Morocco still live on. Learn how Meknes was once the strongest fortification in all of North Africa, with walls designed to withstand cannon attacks. Visit the Mulay Ismail Mausoleum, admire the impressive Bab Mansour Gate, and discover the well-preserved original mosaics of Volubilis on this full-day tour from Fez.

In its time, Meknes was the strongest fortification in all of North Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Fez, Meknes, Volubilis

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Explore the Iconic Sites of Meknes and Volubilis

Meet your guide at your hotel in Fez and drive to your first destination.
Reach the ancient city of Meknes. It was the first capital of unified Morocco after centuries of chaos. The walls surrounding it were designed to withstand cannon attacks, unlike those of other medinas. In its time, Meknes was the strongest fortification in all of North Africa.
Check out the famous Bab Mansour Gate, which was built as a sign of defiance to European powers and designed by a Portuguese captive. This captive served as the architect of Sultan Moulay Ismail and also created the Sahrij Souani Basin and the underground prison.
Tour the Mausoleum of Sultan Mulay Ismail, the founder of the city.
Continue on foot to Volubilis. This Roman city dates back to 25 BC. Marvel at some of its original mosaics, which are very well preserved.