Private one-day escapes from the imperial city

Day Trips From Fes

Fes is a perfect base for a one-day escape from the city. Three well-loved routes take you north to the blue streets of Chefchaouen, west to the Roman ruins of Volubilis and Meknes, and into the Middle Atlas to Azrou, Ifrane and the cedar forest. Each runs as a private, door-to-door day trip with your own driver-guide.

Our day trips

Three routes from Fes

One day, one destination, and a full loop back to your Fes hotel in the evening. Each trip is private, with pickup and drop-off at your door.

Start & end: Fes · One day per trip

Blue-washed alley and steps in Chefchaouen in the Rif

Chefchaouen: the blue city

Rif mountains

Three hours north, the blue-washed houses of Chefchaouen cling to the Rif in one of the most photographed settings in Morocco.

Full day · approx. 6h driving

Roman triumphal arch and columns at Volubilis in golden fields

Meknes & Volubilis

Imperial & Roman

An hour west, Meknes is the imperial city; nearby Volubilis holds mosaics, arches and baths from the Roman city.

Full day · depart 10am, return 6.30pm

Cedar forest and small lake in the Middle Atlas with macaques

Middle Atlas

Forest & lakes

Cedar forest, Barbary apes, the Berber town of Azrou, elegant Ifrane and the calm waters of Lake Dayat Awa.

Full day · flexible lunch stops

What’s included

Price includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Fes
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
  • English- and Spanish-speaking driver-guide
  • Flexible stops and lunch arrangements
  • Breakfast

Price excludes

  • Lunches and drinks
  • International flights
  • Entry fees to monuments

Frequently asked questions

Which day trip is best from Fes?

It depends on your mood: Chefchaouen for colour and mountain charm, Volubilis and Meknes for history, and the Middle Atlas for nature and cool air.

Can more than one be combined?

Yes, with longer trips or an overnight you can pair routes, and we are happy to tailor the itinerary to your dates.

How far is Chefchaouen from Fes?

About 150 kilometres north; the drive takes around three hours each way, making it a full and rewarding day.

Is the trip private?

Yes, each day trip runs privately with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so the pace and stops are yours.