Full Day Trip from Fes to Chefchaouen

The Full Day Trip from Fes to Chefchaouen offers an unforgettable experience to explore Morocco’s most iconic blue city nestled in the Rif Mountains.

This full-day private tour from Fes to Chefchaouen takes you to one of Morocco’s most picturesque and enchanting towns. Nestled in the heart of the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is famed for its blue-washed walls, charming alleyways, and relaxed mountain atmosphere. This 12-hour excursion offers a perfect escape into Morocco’s tranquil north and pairs perfectly with longer desert routes such as the 4-day tour from Fes to Merzouga, the 3-day desert journey with camel trek and camp, or the Sahara tour from Fes to Marrakech. Along the way, you’ll pass through lush landscapes near Talassemtane National Park, offering a peaceful contrast to the vast dunes of the Sahara.

Highlights:

• Drive through the Rif Mountains and cross the scenic Talassemtane Forest

• Explore the blue and white streets of Chefchaouen’s old medina

• Visit Outa El Hammam Square, the 15th-century Grand Mosque, and the Kasbah Museum

• Discover Ras El Maa, the refreshing spring at the edge of the town (optional)

• Enjoy a taste of local Rifi cuisine at a traditional restaurant

• Shop for handmade Rif carpets and local crafts in artisan workshops

• Visit the weekly market (Monday or Thursday) with local farmers in traditional dress

• Experience the laid-back charm and cultural authenticity of one of Morocco’s most beautiful towns

Tour Itinerary:

Departure from Fes:

• Pick-up Time: 06:45 AM from your hotel or riad

• Departure: 07:00 AM sharp

Begin your journey north through the scenic Rif Mountains, passing through traditional Berber villages and the city of Ouazzane. Stop along the way for scenic views, photos, and a short rest.

Upon arrival in Chefchaouen, begin your guided walking tour of the town. Stroll through the medina’s winding blue-painted streets, stop in local artisan shops, and explore iconic sites like the Outa El Hammam Square, the Kasbah, and the Great Mosque. Learn about the town’s Andalusian and Berber heritage with your knowledgeable local guide.

Enjoy free time to relax, take photographs, or shop for souvenirs. You may also visit Ras El Maa, a natural spring where locals gather to cool off and do laundry.

After lunch in a local restaurant overlooking the town or mountains, return to Fes in the early evening.

Return to Fes:

• Approximate Arrival: 08:00 PM