• Borj Sud - Begin your journey with a scenic drive around the city’s outer walls, leading to two historic towers that provide breathtaking views of the Fez medina. The Southern Borj (tower) was constructed by a sultan in a Portuguese architectural style.
• Borj Nord - As part of the drive along the outer city walls, visit the North Tower (Borj Nord), now an arms and weapons museum. Nearby, explore the fascinating ruins of the Merinides cemetery from the 14th century, offering stunning views of the entire city.
• Fez Mellah - Following the drive outside the city walls, your driver will take you to the ancient Jewish quarter of the medina, known as the Mellah. This area provides valuable insights into the once-thriving Jewish history in Fes. Home to the gold market and some of the city’s finest antique furniture shops, the Jewish quarter is nestled near the gates of the Royal Palace. This charming part of the city also features a Jewish cemetery and a beautiful synagogue with a collection of items depicting Moroccan Jewish life.
• Chouara Tannery - The next stop on your walking tour is the largest tannery in Africa, situated in the heart of the ancient medina. Follow your guide through the maze-like streets of Fes, lined with shops selling clothing and fabrics. The tannery offers a glimpse into the origins of these products, along with a distinctive aroma and vibrant views. Discover the process behind creating everything from purses to dresses and luggage. Afterwards, enjoy shopping for a variety of products crafted from this tannery’s exceptional resources.
• Al-Attarine Madrasa - After visiting the tanneries, continue the walking tour with a visit to the Al-Attarine Madrasa (school). Among the many historic madrasas in Fes, this one is located next to the Qaraween mosque. An example of exquisite Merenid architecture, Al-Attarine Madrasa has been operational since 1325 and features a stunning courtyard showcasing the intricate decoration of the era. Further up the winding Talaa Kebira street (“big street”) is Bou Inania Madrasa, the finest of Fez’s theological colleges. Built between 1350 and 1357, this madrasa recently underwent renovation. Unique to this school is its mosque, complete with a green tiled minaret, another remarkable architectural piece on this tour.
• Kairaouine Mosque (Mosque of al-Qarawiyyin) - The next stop on the tour is the magnificent al-Qarawiyyin Mosque, located at the bottom of a steep street descending from Bab Boujloud. For over 1200 years, Al-Qarawiyyin has been a leading spiritual and educational center in the Muslim world. Built in 867AD, the Al-Qarawiyyin mosque was one of the medieval period’s most prestigious universities. UNESCO has recognized it as the oldest university in the world, making it a must-see.
• Museo Nejjarine - After exploring the schools and mosque, the next stop on the walking tour of the old medina is Funduq al-Najjariyyin. Funduq means “hotel” in Arabic, and this particular hotel is located in the heart of the medina, at Al-Najjariyyin square, where you can also admire the historic Nejjarine Fountain, an attached saqayya or traditional fountain for camel caravans passing through Fes in the middle ages.
• Fes el-Bali - Carpet weaving demonstration: As part of the tour, your guide will take you to a workshop where women are hand-weaving colorful, intricate carpets on traditional looms. At the workshop, learn about the differences between the weaving styles of the Berbers, known for their bright colors and clever designs, and Arabic carpets with their darker colors and classic patterns.
• Fes el-Bali - Traditional Berber pharmacy featuring argan oil: Another stop on the tour is an herbal apothecary, also known as a Berber pharmacy, where you can explore and sample a wide variety of herbs, roots, leaves, minerals, and other natural medicines developed through centuries of Berber local wisdom. A highlight of the pharmacy is a woman grinding argan oil from locally-grown argan seeds by hand using an antique seed grinder.

• Local Guide in your tour
• Private transportation
• Tea and coffee

• Lunch

Fez, a city with over a millennium in age, was established by Idriss the First in 789 AD. This unique city stands as a cultural and spiritual hub of Morocco, and is recognized as a key city in the timeline of Islamic civilization. Fez, known as Morocco’s historical and cultural epicenter, is abundant with both clearly seen and concealed treasures. The city takes pride in its complex architecture evident in numerous mosques and madrassahs. Its ancient medina presents an intriguing maze for every visitor, providing a glimpse of Fez’s centuries-old Moroccan lifestyle.

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