• Pocono Mountains Region - Volubilis is a partially excavated Roman city in Morocco, situated near Meknes between Fez and Rabat. Established in a fertile agricultural area, it originated in the 3rd century BC as a Phoenician (and later Carthaginian) colony. The city flourished under Roman rule from the 1st century AD, expanding to cover about 100 acres with a 1.6-mile circuit of walls. In the 2nd century, it gained several significant public buildings, including a basilica, a temple, and a triumphal arch. Its wealth, largely from olive cultivation, led to the creation of many elegant townhouses with extensive mosaic floors.

The city was overtaken by local tribes around 285 and was never reclaimed by Rome due to its remote location and lack of defensibility on the southwestern frontier of the Roman Empire. It remained inhabited for at least 700 years.

• La Grande Terrasse - Moulay Driss Zerhoun, also known as Moulay Idriss du Zerhoun, is a city and urban commune in the Meknes prefecture of Morocco.

THE CITY OF MOULAY DRISS ZERHOUN
Moulay Driss Zerhoun is the first Muslim city in North Africa, named after its founder Moulay Driss. It is situated 550 meters above sea level, beneath the Djebel Zerhoun, and spans two hills, surrounded by lush plains abundant with olive trees. Until 1917, the city was closed to non-Muslims, and today it maintains its status as a holy city.

The city is perched on a hill, featuring a maze of stairways! Certain spots, known as “terraces,” provide a panoramic view of the city, the mausoleum, and the intricate network of alleys and small houses that encircle it.

• Meknes - Meknes is a city in northern Morocco, celebrated for its imperial history, with landmarks such as Bab Mansour, a grand gate adorned with arches and mosaics. The gate leads into the old imperial city. The mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Ismaïl, who established the city as his capital in the 17th century, features courtyards and fountains. To the south, the expansive Heri es-Souani complex once contained stables and food storage facilities.

• Professional English-French speaking driver
• Hotel/Riad pick-up
• Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel/Riad drop-off

• local guide
• Lunch

• Situated in the northern region of Morocco lies the city of Meknes, celebrated for its royal history, which includes features like Bab Mansour, an expansive gateway lined with vaults and mosaic designs. This gateway ushers visitors into the historic imperial city. The burial site of Sultan Moulay Ismaïl, who declared the city as his capital in the 17th century, encompasses courtyards and water features. Southwards, the expansive Heri es-Souani facility was previously used as stables and food storehouses.

• The journey back to Fez will offer the most stunning panoramic views, before you’re dropped at your Hotel/Riad in Fez. Assistance is included.

• For the duration of the tour, a car and driver will be available.

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