Morocco · HISTORICAL TOURS
The good historical tours fill up weeks out and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.
Explore Marrakech’s souks, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque, and Jemaa el-Fna with a local guide in three hours.
“Thanks a ton to Abdul - gave us a great tour of the city with a lot of key information about the sites!”
Explore Fez’s Old Medina with a local guide, visiting madrasas, tanneries, markets, food stalls, and artisan workshops for $22.
“The tour was far beyond our expectations. We had the best time walking around the city and learning about its life from within, had some local street food and made friends with the amazing people we met on the way. Instead of four hours we walked around for almost seven hours straight and would’ve walked more :) All of this is thanks to the most amazing guide Abdul, who is such a kindhearted and caring person! He extensively explained all the parts of the daily life of the local people, their crafts, markets and traditions. The tour was extremely fun, educational and we also bought some great souvenirs on the…”
Explore Marrakech’s medina, Koutoubia Mosque, Bab Agnaou, and Bahia Palace on a 3-hour small-group walking tour with a local guide.
“Our fantastic tour guide Youssef showed us some great monuments and told us lots about Marrakech, including about local customs and daily life. We told him we were particularly interested in crafts and artisans and he tailored the tour to uRead more”
Review of a budget day trip from Fez to Volubilis, Moulay Idriss, and Meknes, with practical advice on guides, timing, transport, and value.
“Viaggio molto interessante, la nostra guida, Otman è stata molto gentile e disponibile. Lo consiglierei.”
See Casablanca’s medina, Habous Quarter, Sqala Tower, pastry shops, and Hassan II Mosque views on a four-hour small-group tour.
“Mohamed was my guide during the tour and he was fantastic, giving me the most authentic experience of Casablanca. Thank you for showing me the nooks and corners of this amazing city, along with the good food and fantastic Moroccan hospitality. I wish you all the best!”
Review of Casablanca to Fez day trip with private guide, medina walk, lunch, hotel pickup, craft workshops, and practical advice on the long drive.
“Very happy to say we had an incredible day in Fes. Our tour guide, Idrissi Mohammed was a local with great knowledge of the area & was also a lovely man. Our Driver Amin was fantastic & helpful. I would do this tour again!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND :)”
Explore Fes Medina for three hours with a local guide, from Bab Bou Jeloud and madrasas to Chouara Tannery, for $15.
“giro di 3 ore per la medina di Fes, se non avessimo preso la guida tante attrazioni non saremmo riusciti a vederle da soli perché spesso "nascoste" tra i mille vicoli. guida preparata e gentile. per il giorno scelto il tour era previsto solo in inglese.”
Explore Marrakech’s medina with a local guide, visiting Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, souks, and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
“We had a good time with Mo. He picked us up on time at the communicated spot and we started our tour. 3hrs later we had seen a lot of the Medina and other interesting places. Mo is knowledgeable and can tell you many interesting facts and background about Marrakech. He will also adapt his tour to your interests. Thank you 🙏🏻”
Explore Marrakech with a local guide, visit historic monuments, browse a market, and learn about Moroccan herbs on this flexible 3-hour tour.
“Our guide Abdel was amazing! Spent an extra hour and a half with us and we quickly became friends. Great tour by a great guide.”
Review of a private Marrakech tour covering Koutoubia, Jemaa el-Fnaa, the Medina, and Ben Youssef Madrasa in 3.5 hours.
“Awesome time with Adbu, hands down the best guide in marakech and morocco! savy guide, friendly, incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. I highly recommend it, although this city is pretty much tourist friendly, having a local shoRead more”
Review of the Marrakech to Aït Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate day tour, with Atlas views, minibus logistics, costs, timing, and practical advice.
“The trip was really good, the driver and the guide were fantastic, the view of kasbah eit ben haddou was amazing. Over all, i was very happy. I would recommend this trip.”
Explore Marrakech’s medina, Bahia Palace, Jewish quarter, souks, and Le Jardin Secret with a private guide in three hours.
“It was a very bad experience. Apart the guider you have to pay for every place you’re going to visit. Which you can go by your self. In addition, the guider wasn’t giving us useful information and he is not passionate about his job.”
Explore Fez el-Bali with a private Spanish-speaking guide, from Chouwara Tannery and Attarine Medersa to souks and hidden lanes.
“This is as best you will find in Fes. The usual hostage situation with the tannery store, buy a keychain so you can get home. It is no fault if the guides. Great to have this beautiful day. Safe for solo female travellers, too. Guide wasn't invasive as I've run into a lot here.”
Explore Marrakech’s Medina with a private guide, from Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace to the souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
“Fabulous excursion would have been difficult to navigate without assistance and guide helped with advise”
Explore Marrakech’s souks, palaces, tombs, and Jewish quarter with a private guide on this flexible three-hour tour.
“I booked the private shopping experience but 2 additional tourist were allowed to come as well. It was not private as advertised and I had paid an additional fee. Disappointing.”
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