Private full-day excursion from Fes to Morocco’s capital, Rabat: stroll the white-and-blue lanes of the Kasbah of the Udayas, admire the 12th-century Hassan Tower and Mohammed V Mausoleum, and wander the romantic ruins and gardens of the Chellah before returning to Fes by early evening.
Duration: ~10 hours • Start/End: Fes • Departure: 09:00 • Drive: ~2.5h each way • Style: Private / Small Group
Overview
Meet your driver at 09:00 for a comfortable transfer to Rabat. Begin in the Kasbah of the Udayas (UNESCO), with Atlantic views, Andalusian gardens and blue-washed lanes. Continue to the Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V Mausoleum—masterpieces of Moroccan craftsmanship. After lunch (own expense), explore the evocative Roman-Merinid necropolis of the Chellah—storks, gardens and archaeology—before the return drive to Fes.
Detailed Itinerary
Fes → Rabat (Udayas, Hassan Tower & Mausoleum, Chellah) → Fes
09:00 pick-up from your riad/hotel in Fes. Drive ~2.5 hours to Rabat. Visit Kasbah of the Udayas (gardens, lanes, ocean outlook). Move on to Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V Mausoleum (exquisite zellige and carved cedar). Lunch at a local restaurant or café (free time). Afternoon at the Chellah ruins and gardens. Depart Rabat mid-afternoon; arrive back in Fes around 17:30–18:00 and drop-off at your accommodation.
Included
What’s included in this day trip?
- Private A/C vehicle with professional driver
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Fes
- Fuel, tolls and transport insurance
- Free time at major sites (guide on request)
Excluded
What’s not included?
- Lunch, drinks and personal expenses
- Entrance fees (e.g., Chellah)
- Licensed local guide in Rabat (optional)
- Gratuities
FAQs
How long is the drive from Fes to Rabat?
Usually ~2.5 hours each way via motorway, with restroom/coffee stops as needed.
Is the Mohammed V Mausoleum open to non-Muslims?
Yes, the mausoleum complex is open to all visitors. Modest dress and respectful conduct are recommended.
Can you arrange a licensed guide in Rabat?
Of course. A local guide can meet you at the Udayas or Hassan Tower area (subject to availability and fees).
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes, sun protection, a light layer (Atlantic breeze), and some cash for entrances and cafés.
Trip Info Full Day Trip From Fes to Rabat
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