Cities · 3 days
Fes, Slowly
Three nights inside the world's oldest living medina
Duration
3 days
Group size
1–6 travellers
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English, French, Arabic
From / person
$980
Overview
Three nights inside the medina. Private medieval-history guide, tannery, kissaria textiles, dinner with a Fassi family.
Fes el-Bali is the oldest continuously inhabited medina in the world — and it deserves more than a rushed day-trip. Stay inside the walls for three nights, walk with a university-trained historian, and eat in homes most travellers never see.
Trip highlights
- Three nights in a riad inside Fes el-Bali
- Private historian guide for the medina
- Chouara tanneries from a private terrace
- Kissaria textile market with a master weaver
- Dinner with a Fassi family
Photo gallery
Inside the trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Fes → Fes
- 1
Day 1 · Arrive Fes
Fes el-Bali riadAirport pickup, welcome mint tea on the rooftop, free evening.
Riad in Fes medina — - 2
Day 2 · Medina with the historian
Fes el-BaliFull day on foot: Karaouine mosque-university, Quranic schools, tanneries, kissaria textiles.
Riad in Fes B · L - 3
Day 3 · Crafts & family dinner
Fes artisan quarterMorning with a copper master and ceramic studio, free afternoon, evening dinner with a Fassi family.
Riad in Fes B · D
Cities & regions on this trip
You'll experience 1 destination.
Each stop has its own deep-dive guide — geography, history, best season, things to see, and other tours that visit it. Tap any card to open its dedicated page.
The route
Map of Fes, Slowly
2 stops across Cities. Distances and timings are flexible — every itinerary is reshaped to your pace.
- 1
Fes airport (FEZ)
Arrive
- 2
Fes el-Bali medina
3 nights
What's included
- Private English-speaking driver-guide for the duration
- Vehicle (sedan, 4x4 or minivan) with fuel, tolls and parking
- All listed accommodation in hand-picked riads, kasbahs or desert camps
- Daily breakfast and meals as noted in the itinerary
- All listed entrance fees and guided activities
- Airport pickup and drop-off with flight tracking
- Bottled water and snacks on board
- 24/7 WhatsApp concierge based in Marrakech
Not included
- International flights to/from Morocco
- Travel insurance (we recommend a provider)
- Alcoholic drinks and personal shopping
- Optional activities marked “add-on” in your quote
- Tips for driver, guides and camp staff
What to bring
Pack light, pack smart.
- Comfortable walking shoes (medina cobblestones)
- Layers — even desert nights can drop to 5°C
- Sun hat, sunglasses, SPF 30+
- Modest cover-up for mosques and conservative areas
- Reusable water bottle (we refill on the road)
- Adaptor for Type C/E plugs (220V)
Frequently asked
Questions about this tour.
Is "Fes, Slowly" private or a group tour?
100% private. Just you and the people you book with — your own driver, vehicle and pace from start to finish. We never pool travellers.
Can I change the dates or itinerary?
Yes. Every itinerary is a starting point. Add a day, swap a riad, change the start city — we'll re-quote in 24 hours and lock the price in writing before any deposit.
How fit do I need to be?
Easy. Light walking on medina cobblestones, plus optional activities you can opt in or out of on the day.
When should I book?
For high season (Oct–Apr) and any trip involving the Sahara or hot-air balloon, book 8–12 weeks ahead. Last-minute (under 14 days) is usually still possible with a phone call.
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