Fes Holiday Packages

Fes is the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco, offering an authentic and deeply immersive journey back in time. If you're looking for a holiday steeped in history, artisanal traditions, and intellectual heritage, here’s why Fes should be your next destination.

Immerse Yourself in Living History & Culture

Fes is home to the world's largest living medieval medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that feels like an open-air museum. Must-visit attractions include:

• Fes el-Bali – The ancient walled city, a labyrinth of nearly 10,000 alleys buzzing with life.
• Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque & University – Founded in 859 AD, it's considered the oldest continuously operating university in the world.
• Bou Inania Madrasa – A stunningly preserved theological college, showcasing the peak of Marinid architecture.
• Chouara Tannery – Witness the ancient, eye-catching process of leather dyeing in giant vats.

Discover the Ultimate Artisan Souks

Fes is Morocco's craft capital, where you can watch master artisans at work. Hunt for unique treasures like:

• Fes Pottery & Zellij Mosaics – Intricately patterned blue and green ceramics.
• Hand-stitched Leather Goods – Made from the very leather tanned in the city's famous tanneries.
• Berber Rugs & Textiles – Woven with centuries-old techniques and symbols.
• Traditional Metal Lamps & Lanterns – Creating beautiful patterns of light and shadow.

Find Serenity in Royal Palaces & Gardens

Escape the medina's hustle in Fes's serene and majestic spaces:

• Royal Palace of Fes (Dar el-Makhzen) – Admire the magnificent golden gates and grand courtyards.
• Jnan Sbil Gardens – A peaceful oasis with lush plants, fountains, and shaded pathways.
• Mellah (Jewish Quarter) – Explore the historic area with its distinct architecture and old synagogues.

Unforgettable Experiences You Can’t Miss

• Stay in a traditional riad – Experience unparalleled hospitality hidden behind unassuming medina walls.
• Take a cooking class – Learn the secrets behind iconic dishes like chicken tagine with preserved lemons.
• Hire a local guide – Unlock the secrets of the medina's maze-like streets and discover hidden gems.
• Day trip to Meknes & Volubilis – Explore the imperial city of Meknes and the magnificent Roman ruins nearby.

What is included in our Fes holiday packages

All Fes holiday packages are private, with a driver who speaks English, a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, accommodation in riads, hotels and a desert camp, dinner and breakfast in the Sahara and a camel ride at sunset. We pick you up anywhere in Fes, including the medina gates and the airport.

Fes to the desert or Fes to Marrakech?

If Fes is both your arrival and departure city, a three- or four-day round trip to Merzouga is the easiest choice. If you fly home from Marrakech, a one-way tour crosses the desert, the Todra Gorge, the Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate on the way, so every day shows you something new. One-day tours to Chefchaouen and Volubilis are a good addition before or after a desert trip.

The medina of Fes el Bali is listed by UNESCO and is one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world – keep at least one full day to explore it on foot.