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5 Days Tour from and back to Tangier via Chefchaouen and Fes

5 Days Tour from and back to Tangier via Chefchaouen and Fes

Tour overview

Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Morocco on our 5 Days Morocco Tour from and back to Tangier. Visit vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and taste traditional Moroccan cuisine.

  • Sightseeing
  • Mountains
  • Coastal

Day-by-day itinerary

We will be waiting for you at the port/airport terminal of tangier and start our 5 days tour by exploring this attractive city along the Mediterranean. We will take you to the old neighborhood of Tangier and explore the old Medina, a blue washed old city against the ocean, then move toward the Cap Spartel where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean meet. Next, we take a drive along the sea to visit the famous Hercules Caves.

After we visit the caves, we will drive from there toward Chefchaouen via the green mountains of Rif and the city of Tetouan known as the North's white dove. We will reach the Blue City by evening and drop you at your accommodation to rest and then a walk inside the blue washed city of Chefchaouen.

~120 km / 75 mi · approx. 2h15 drive

Overnight in Chefchaouen. (BB)

Today, will be heading to Fes. The most historical and cultural city in Morocco.

After morning at leisure in Chefchaouen, we will drive through the Rif mountains to reach the Roma ruins of Volubulis. A Roman and a Berber archaeological site that dates back to the 3rd century BC.

After we visiting Raman site, we will drive further for few kilometers where the whitewashed town of Moulay Idriss and it is Morocco's most pilgrimage sites.

Then, we continue driving to reach Meknes. A UNISCO site and the most fortified imperial city in Morocco. We will visit the highlight sites of the city among of which the famous gate of Bab Mansour, The Qara prison, L'hdim square, and Sehrij E'ssouani.

We will arrive Fes in the evening and drop you in your accommodation inside the old city of Fes.

~260 km / 162 mi · approx. 4h30 drive

Overnight in Fes. (BB)

Our official local guide in Fes will meet you in your Riad/Hotel and start our Fez old city tour.

We will visit the Famous Blue gate named Bab Bou Jloud which is the entrance to the Medina from the west. Then, continuing to The Quaraouine Mosque which is one of the oldest universities in the world. Next, a short walk down to the Madrassa Bou Inania. Fes's finest theological college.

We then, take a walk inside the Medina Souks which is the oldest marketplace where Fes's most special hand craft goods are all over the place.

Our walk continues toward the Tanneries. One of Fes's most iconic sights and a natural process of high-quality leather with almost the same methods since medieval times.

Our guide, is always there for you if you have anything else special to see or discover in the city.

At the end of the tour, our guide will walk to your Riad/Hotel in Fes.

Overnight in Fes. (BB)

After breakfast in your Riad in Fes, we will meet again and leave the city of Fes toward Rabat. Th current capital of Morocco and on of the four Imperial cities. We will drive for 3 hours through fields of barely, olives, and grapes to reach Rabat. Once we arrive, we will first visit the famous Oudayas Kasbah which is a fortified walled building against the Atlantic Ocean, it is built once to protect the local people from the Bourghwata pirates. After we visit the Kasbah, we will move to visit one of Rabat's top sights, The Incomplete Mosque or Hassan Tower. Built in the 13th century in a dramatic location against the Bou Regreg river, and beside the Tower we will have the chance to take a look at the Mausoleum of the Royal family's former kings.

Next, we move to Shalah apocalypse which is a former fortified building and a sloping site above the Bou Regreg river. We then, pass by the Royal palace which dates back from 1864 and the principal residence of the Royal family and it is not allowed to visit.

At the end of the day, we will drop you at your accommodation inside the old city of Rabat where you can take a walk inside its white washed buildings and its charming local markets.

~200 km / 124 mi · approx. 2h30 drive

Overnight in Rabat. (BB)

Today, we will continue our tour toward Tangier, along the dramatic coastal road to arrive the picturesque city of Asilah that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and a stunning town filled with its whitewashed houses, blue washed walls, and doors. Next, we will drive to Tangier where we will drop you at your accommodation or transfer you to your fairy/flight back home.

~250 km / 155 mi · approx. 3h drive

Inclusions:

  • Air-conditioned Vehicle.
  • English speaking driver/guide.
  • Comfortable accommodations for 4 nights: ( 4 BB).
  • Full day guided city tour of Fez.
  • Guided visit of the Roman Ruins.

Driving times by day

DayRouteDistanceDriving time
Day 1Tangier to Chefchaouen via Tetouan120 km / 75 miapprox. 2h15
Day 2Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes260 km / 162 miapprox. 4h30
Day 4Fes to Rabat200 km / 124 miapprox. 2h30
Day 5Rabat to Tangier via Asilah250 km / 155 miapprox. 3h

Distances are approximate road distances. Driving times are without stops for sightseeing, photos and meals.

What's included

Included

    Not included

    • Drinks and personal items.
    • Lunch.
    • Entry fees to monuments and historical sites.
    • Notes:
    • Our tours are open for further customization, contact us to help you design your tour.

    Tour at a glance

    Duration5 days
    Price fromUS$1,063 per person, based on 2 travellers sharing a double room (US$2,126 total for 2)
    StartsTangier
    EndsTangier (round trip)
    Tour typePrivate tour, only you and your travelling companions
    Total drivingabout 830 km / 516 mi
    TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
    LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish, Arabic
    AvailabilityYear-round, on your dates

    Destinations on this tour

    Frequently asked questions

    This tour runs for 5 days, covering Tangier, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes, Rabat.

    The tour price includes: Air-conditioned Vehicle; English speaking driver/guide; Comfortable accommodations for 4 nights: ( 4 BB); Full day guided city tour of Fez; Guided visit of the Roman Ruins. Flights, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included. Ask us if you want anything confirmed before you book.

    Many nationalities, including the US, Canada, UK and most EU countries, can enter Morocco visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Requirements vary, so confirm what applies to you before booking.

    Most of our tours suit travellers with a reasonable level of general fitness — expect walking on uneven terrain, some early starts, and on Sahara itineraries a camel trek. Tell us about any concerns when you inquire.

    Yes. This itinerary can be adapted to your travel dates, pace and interests — use the inquiry form on this page to tell us what you would like to change.

    Yes. Every Escorted Morocco Tours trip is private: the vehicle, driver guide and itinerary are for you and the people you travel with, whether that is a couple, a family or friends. We do not run shared departures and never add other travellers. Prices are per person based on 2 travellers; ask us for a quote for your own party size.

    The tour covers about 830 km (516 miles) of driving over 4 days. The longest is Day 2, Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes: about 260 km (162 miles), roughly 4h30 of driving before stops for sightseeing, photos and meals. You travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and can ask your driver to stop whenever you like.

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