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From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen

1. From Fez: Day Tour to the Blue Town of Chefchaouen

Discover the blue washed town of Chefchaouen on this day trip from Fez. Have time to explore sights like Kasbah Museum and Grand Mosque. Travel in comfortable airconditioned van and have the option of choosing from a group or private tour.  The tour will start with a hotel pickup in Fez. After boarding your private vehicle, make your way to Chefchaouen, located in the Rif Mountains near Tangier. Upon arrival, marvel at the incredible blue walls that make this town famous. Enjoy about 4 hours to explore the picturesque small city streets of the medina. If you opt for the private tour, you have the luxury of deciding how you'd like to spend your time as there are many activities to choose from. You can discover the local shops and cafes and see the main square known as Plaza Uta el-Hammam. To experience some culture you may wish to head to the Kasbah Museum, the Grand Mosque, or the Ethnographic Museum which contains musical instruments, antique weapons, and photographs of the old town. You can also stop off at the Ras Elma river that runs through the old city.  For lunch, you can buy a delicious meal in the square, perched on the roof terrace which offers panoramic views over Chefchaouen (at your own expense). In the late afternoon, you will head back to Fez.

From Tangier: Day Trip to Chefchaouen & Panoramic of Tangier

2. From Tangier: Day Trip to Chefchaouen & Panoramic of Tangier

Join a local guide on a day trip from Tangier to Chefchaouen with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Explore the Kasbah of Chefchaouen, the main square, the central mosque, and more while learning about the city's history. Starting from Tangier at 9:00 AM, travel high up into the Rif Mountains to discover Chefchaouen, the beautiful blue door and white-walled Medina, which was originally a Berber post. Enjoy a guided tour of the city when you arrive. See the main square, the heart of Chefchaouen, with its 18th-century kasbah, central mosque, and cafes with authentic Moroccan-style menus. Stroll the market to discover a mix of traditional Moroccan and tourist souvenirs. Visit the Jewish Quarter behind the jewelry souk to discover a unique part of the city. Drive back to Tangier and arrive by 7:00 PM.

From Tangier: Day Trip to Chefchaouen and Akchour Waterfalls

3. From Tangier: Day Trip to Chefchaouen and Akchour Waterfalls

Visit Chefchaouen, a beautiful blue door and white-walled medina that was originally a Berber post. The main square is the heart of Chefchaouen, with the 18th-century kasbah, a central mosque, and cafes with authentic Moroccan-style menus. The market is a mix of traditional Moroccan and tourist souvenirs – it’s often very busy, but worth a visit for the bargains. On your walking tour with your driver, explore the kasbah which was built by Moulay Ismail and is now practically a ruin next to the Great Mosque. Visit the charming main square and the souks that sell an array of goods.  If you head to the Jewish quarter behind the jewelry souk, you will feel the difference between it and the main Arabic feel of the town. Afterward, discover the waterfalls of Akchour, a natural beauty, and the small breathtaking waterfalls. A local tour guide is provided at Akchour.

From Fez: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

4. From Fez: Chefchaouen Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

Uncover the beauty of Chefchaouen on this day trip from Fez. Let your driver take you to the Plaza Uta el-Hammam where you can see the Kasbah and Great Mosque. Hear about Moroccan culture and history and have your questions answered by your driver.  Be picked up in the morning form the comfort of your hotel in Fez. Relax in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle on the scenic drive Chefchaouen. Admire forests, picturesque peaks, and valleys.  Arrive and discover local handicrafts like woven cloth, wool and leather that you can not find in any other Morocco cities. Head to the Plaza Uta el-Hammam where Great Mosque and the 18th century kasbah are located.  Soak up the Plaza's vibe which is lined with restaurants and coffee shops. Purchase a ticket to see the kasbah which is a heavily restored walled fortress that has a lovely garden. Go to the Grande Mosque which was built in the 15th century by the son of the town's founder Ali ben Rachid. Return to your accommodation in Fez at the end of your day trip. 

From Tangier: Special Day Trip to Chefchaouen and Tetouan

5. From Tangier: Special Day Trip to Chefchaouen and Tetouan

Explore the smaller towns of Northern Marocco on a day trip from Tangier. Visit Chefchaouen and take a tour of its famous colorful streets. Then, stop off in Tetouan and learn about the city's Andalusian roots. Admire views of the Rif Mountains on the journey. Start with pickup from your hotel in Tangier. On the drive to Chefchaouen, which lasts approximately two hours, there'll be time to stop for a coffee or tea and admire views of the Rif mountain range. Arrive in Chefchaouen and start exploring the so-called Blue Pearl of Morocco. Take a tour of its iconic medina, featuring traditional architecture and vibrant blue facades. Learn about the town's history as you visit other sites including the Jewish Cemetery. Before returning to Tangier, you'll have time for a stop in Tetouan to explore the ancient city at your own leisure. Visit the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the rich history and cultural significance of the town. The tour will end with drop-off at your hotel in Tangier.

From Marrakech: Imperial Cities of Morocco 3-Day Tour

6. From Marrakech: Imperial Cities of Morocco 3-Day Tour

Join a 3-day tour from Marrakesh that covers the highlights of Morocco's historic imperial cities of Fez, Rabat, Chefchaouen, and Casablanca. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle, benefit from the undivided attention of your local guide, and spend 2 nights in a comfortable hotel. Day 1: Marrakech – Béni Mellal – Azrou - Ifran – Fez Depart Marrakech and cross the Atlas Mountains, in a green environment populated by baboon monkeys. Surrounded by colorful fields and hills, the road leads to the dam of Beni Mellal. Stop to make beautiful photos in the cedar forest, then drive to one of the world’s cleanest and most fascinating cities, Ifrane, known in Morocco as “Little Switzerland.” Enjoy a quick city tour around Fez before heading to your half-board hotel for the night. Day 2: Fez – Chefchaouen Following breakfast at your hotel, get ready to continue your visit by the labyrinthine streets of Fez and explore the oldest medina of Morocco built in the 7th century with its Souks, palaces, mosques, Koranic schools, and Mellah. Travel through the mountains of Rif to the beautiful Berber city of Chefchaouen. Accompanied by your guide, spend your time exploring the whitewashed streets of Chaouen, animated by the beautifully dressed locals. Spend the night in a local riad. Day 3: Chefchaouen – Rabat – Casablanca - Marrakech Head to Rabat to explore the capital of Morocco and the residence of the king. Visit the Hassan Tower with its mausoleum of King Mohammed V. Then it’s on to Casablanca for a visit to the majestic Hassan II mosque, the largest mosque in the world.

One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes

7. One-Way Transfer from Chefchaouen to Fes

Depart from the meeting point, in front of The Hotel Parador, at 4:00 PM. Sit back and relax on a 4-hour journey. Pass through the beautiful natural landscape of Morocco. See beautiful rolling hills, local villages, and majestic mountain peaks.  Arrive in Fes at approximately 8:00 PM. Be dropped off at any location you request, whether it be your hotel or elsewhere.

Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City"

8. Fes: One-Way Transfer to Chefchaouen "The Blue City"

Choose from a private or shared transfer service, and get picked up from your hotel or riad in Fes. Start driving towards Chefchaouen, the famous blue town in Morocco. Stop at a few places on the way to takes pictures including at the Dam. Also, break for a rest or to have a drink at a motel in the countryside. When you arrive in Chefchaouen, stop to take pictures for the view of the Medina. Then, get dropped off at the closest point to your accommodation that the car can reach. The driver will call your hotel to arrange for somebody to meet you. Alternatively, select the option which goes via Volubilis, a partly excavated Berber city, and make a stop to visit the Roman ruins on the way before heading to Chefchaouen.

From Fes: 2-Day Return Transfers to Chefchaouen

9. From Fes: 2-Day Return Transfers to Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen, or Chaouen for short, is located in the Rif Mountains near Tangier and is known as the Blue Pearl because of its blue-washed buildings. With these 2-day return transfers from Fez, head to Chefchaouen on the first day, stay overnight, then return to Fez in the afternoon on the second day. Begin your tour with pickup at your accommodation in Fes at 8 AM. Then, enjoy the sights on the 4-hour drive to Chefchaouen, and make 3 stops along the way. First, stop at the Sidi Chahed Dam and experience its beauty. Second, take a break at a cafe for a bite to eat and to use the restrooms. Finally, admire the best views of the medina of Chefchaouen from a panoramic viewpoint atop a hill. Upon arrival in Chefchaouen, your driver will drop you off near your accommodation. Please note that accommodation is at your own expense. You will then be able to explore the city's highlights, either on an optional included group guided tour or at your own leisure. After staying overnight, enjoy most of the day in the city before meeting your driver again at 4 PM at the doors of Hotel Parador. From there, transfer back to your accommodation in Fez, or the nearest point the vehicle can access.

From Tangier: Chefchaouen Full-Day Trip

10. From Tangier: Chefchaouen Full-Day Trip

On this 7-hour excursion from Tangier you’ll head high up into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, a town with a stunning walled medina, and originally a Berber post. The main square is the heart of Chefchaouen and features a kasbah built in the 18th century, a central mosque, and cafés with authentic Moroccan menus. The busy market offers a mix of traditional Moroccan wares and souvenirs, with some excellent bargains. The town itself is easy to explore. The kasbah, built by Moulay Ismail, is now practically a ruin and located next to it is the great mosque. Although the old medina is small, you’ll find souks offering an array of goods. If you head to the Jewish quarter behind the jewelry souk, you’ll get a feel for the difference in style between it and the main Arab town.

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4.4 / 5

based on 641 reviews

We had a friendly, skilled, and communicative driver for the whole day (Khaled), and two very nice local guides (one for the hike, and one for Chefchauouen), and I cannot recommend this expedition highly enough - it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! We felt taken care of the whole time, and the driver + guides struck the right balance, answering all of our questions but also giving us our own space and time together. Communication before the trip, arranging time and location of pickup, was also smooth and easy. We ended up making a slight on-fly-the adjustment, doing the hike before visiting Chefchaouen rather than afterwards, and that ended up being the perfect choice for our group and that day. Our hiking guide also gave us the choice between two routes, suggesting one in particular for our young & active group, featuring a view of a beautiful natural bridge - if you're up for a small challenge, it was definitely worth it! Amazing day, would do it again, 5 stars!

Everything was exactly as described! I was picked up on time at the meeting point, the van was very comfortable and after arriving in Chefchaouen we met our guide who shared a lot of information and took us to the best photo spots. It was a great day & I'd recommend for someone who wants a day trip to Chefchaouen!

It is a very pleasant trip! The company delivers exactly what they say - nice car, pleasant driver, water and coffee, great tour. We spent the day with the guide Omar, who was fun, interesting and very cheerful person. We can just recommend this tour guide !

More than perfect! From an small detail Such as giving me a free coffee and bread, to the fact of giving extra time for some panoramic pictures in Tánger. Also a good restaurant to take the meal At low cost but with perfect service and flavor Really thanks

The drive from Tanger to Chefchaouen was beautiful but the real gem was the guided tour by Mohammed, a local. He was knowledgeable and witty. The city itself was unique and the lunch was fantastic