Fes Private Tour: Medina, Chouara Tannery & Artisans

4.8 (11 reviews) Fez, Morocco
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Duration5h - 6h
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Step into a living time capsule on this immersive, guided journey through the historic heart of Fes El Bali. Far more than just a typical sightseeing walk, this premium tour is an authentic deep dive into the rich culture, centuries-old traditions, and vibrant history that define Morocco's spiritual capital. As you wander through a mesmerizing labyrinth of ancient alleys, you will have unique opportunities to meet, talk, and interact with local artisans, shopkeepers, and residents, allowing you to truly feel a part of this spectacular city.

While your local guide will lead you past Fes's world-famous traditional craft workshops and bustling souks, there is no pressure to buy anything. This tour is focused entirely on education and cultural appreciation—you should not feel obligated to make any purchases along the way.
Your guide will recommend a local restaurant. Please feel completely free to head there if you want or any other spot that catches your eye—the choice is entirely yours!

Options

Full Day Fes Medina Tour

Private Full Day Tour
Private Tour
Duration: 6 hours
Hotel Pickup
Pickup included

Half Day Fes Medina Tour

Private half day Tour
Private Option
Duration: 4 hours
Hotel & Riad Pickup : Hotel & Riad pickup only from within the old medina.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel & Riad pickup
  • professional Driver
  • Certified Local Guide
  • AC Vehicle(Full day Option only)
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Monument Entrance Fees- Ibn Danan synagogue - 20 Dirham; Borj Nord - 20 Dirham
  • Palais Quaraouiyine- Entry is not permitted to non-Muslims yet you can enjoy it from outside.

What to expect

  1. Fez
    1h
    After Meeting you in your Hotel /Riad in Fes ,you will start with our guide tour of the medina, one of the world’s largest walled in cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco.
  2. Palais Quaraouiyine
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    You will see Mosques including the Quaraouiyine Mosque founded in 859 by Fatima el Fihri and the Andalusian Mosque dating back to 860. Entry is not permitted to non-Muslims yet you can enjoy it from outside.
  3. Fes El-Bali
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    We will Fountains including the Nejjarine fountain,Medersas (Koranic schools) founded as early as the 13th century ,Batha Palace now a museum of arts and traditions,Chouwara Tanneries ,Souks including Souk Attarine, one of the liveliest in the city ,Bab Boujloud with its green and blue ceramics
  4. Ibn Danan Synagogue
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    After we will visit Mellah and the 17th century Ibn Danan synagogue,the Kings Palace.
  5. Borj Nord
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    In the afternoon, visit the Borj north or south to see the old medina from the top and sunset.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Full-Day Option: Pickup is included from anywhere in Fes (including the New City/Ville Nouvelle and all Medina Riads).

Half-Day Option: Pickup is available only within the Old Medina.

Note for Half-Day guests: If your accommodation is outside the Old Medina, you can easily meet your guide at a central Medina landmark, or contact us to arrange a pickup for an additional transfer fee.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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