One-Day Excursion to Fes Medina

Tour Description

Experience the magic of Fes Medina on this guided tour. Fes el Bali, the old medina of Fes, is the world's largest car-free urban area and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This ancient city is a living museum of Moroccan culture, with its narrow winding streets, traditional crafts, and rich history dating back to the 9th century.

The tour takes you through the heart of the medina, where you'll discover traditional crafts like pottery, leather tanning, and metalwork. You'll visit historic sites such as the Al Quaraouiyine University, the world's oldest continuously operating university, and the beautiful Bou Inania Madrasa. The medina's vibrant atmosphere, with its bustling souks and traditional workshops, offers a unique insight into Moroccan culture and heritage.

Detailed Itinerary

Day Only: Fes Medina Tour

The tour begins in the morning with pickup at your hotel or Riad in Fes. We'll start by exploring the historic medina, beginning with the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud), the main entrance to the medina. From there, we'll walk through the narrow streets, discovering the traditional crafts and historic sites that make Fes unique.

During the tour, you'll visit the Al Quaraouiyine University, the world's oldest continuously operating university, and the beautiful Bou Inania Madrasa. You'll also explore the traditional crafts areas, including the famous tanneries, where leather is still processed using traditional methods. The tour includes a visit to the local markets, where you can experience the vibrant atmosphere of the medina and shop for traditional crafts.

The tour concludes in the late afternoon, when we'll drop you off at your hotel/Riad or the initial pickup point, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this historic city.

Services Included and Excluded in the Excursion

Included

• Pick-up from your hotel or Riad in Marrakech (or nearby meeting point).
• Return to your hotel or Riad in Marrakech (or nearby meeting point).
• Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle (minibus or private car, depending on option).
• Professional Spanish/English/French-speaking driver (subject to availability and confirmation).
• Fuel and tolls.
• Free time to explore the waterfalls and their surroundings.
• Opportunity to see Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

Excluded

• Lunch.
• Drinks.
• Local guide at Ouzoud Waterfalls (optional and can be hired on-site).
• Boat ride to get closer to the waterfalls (optional and direct payment on-site).
• Tips for the driver (voluntary).
• Personal expenses.
• Any service not specifically mentioned in the "Included" section.

Tour Map (Fes Medina)

"Fes Medina is a living museum of Moroccan culture, where ancient traditions and crafts continue to thrive. A journey through its streets is a journey through time."