Starting in Fes
Private Morocco tours from Fes.
Best for travellers who lead with culture. Starting in Fes opens the northern loop — Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis, and a scenic descent to the Sahara.
1private itinerary3–3 daysFully customisableLocal specialists since 2015
Best time to travel
When to land in Fes
Fes sits higher than Marrakech and is more temperate. April through June and September through October offer the best light and mildest temperatures. Winters can be cold and rainy; avoid January if you can.
Questions, answered
Starting from Fes — FAQ
- Is Fes a good starting city for a Morocco tour?
- Yes — especially for culturally-focused travellers. Fes is older than Marrakech, smaller, less touristed, and closer to the northern loop (Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis). Starting in Fes means you travel south-to-south with variety at every stop.
- Does Fes airport handle international flights?
- Fes–Saïs (FEZ) connects to ~15 European cities plus direct flights from the Gulf. Fewer options than Marrakech or Casablanca, but the airport is 15 minutes from the medina.
- How many days do I need starting from Fes?
- Two days in Fes city plus 3–5 days onward. Seven days total is the most-booked option — Fes medina, drive south through the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley, Sahara camp in Merzouga, Dades and Todra gorges, Aït Ben Haddou, ending in Marrakech.
- Can you do a Fes to Chefchaouen day trip?
- Yes, but it's a long day — 4 hours each way. We recommend an overnight in Chefchaouen if the schedule allows; otherwise we run it as a pre-tour extension.
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