Private day trip from Fès
The blue city of Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen’s blue-washed lanes climb the foothills of the Rif mountains, a few hours north of Fès. Your chauffeur collects you from your riad, waits while you wander, and drives you back, or on to Tangier if you are travelling north.
- Duration
- Full day, about 12 h
- From Fès
- About 200 km · 3h30–4h
- Best for
- Photographers, slow travellers
- Vehicle
- Sedan, van or SUV
What you will see
- No. 01
The blue Medina
Lanes, stairs and doorways painted in every shade of blue, best explored on foot without a plan.
- No. 02
Plaza Outa el Hammam
The main square, with cafés facing the red-walled kasbah and the Grand Mosque.
- No. 03
Ras El Ma
The mountain spring at the edge of town, where locals still come to fetch water and wash.
- No. 04
The Spanish Mosque viewpoint
A short walk up the hill for the classic view over the blue town, especially at the end of the day.
A typical day
An example only. Stay the night in Chefchaouen, or continue north to Tangier instead of returning to Fès.
07:30
Pickup in Fès
From your riad’s nearest gate or your hotel.
11:30
Chefchaouen
Time to wander the Medina, the kasbah square and Ras El Ma, with lunch wherever you like.
16:00
Head back
Leave when you are ready, after the viewpoint if you like.
20:00
Back in Fès
Drop-off at your riad or hotel.
Included with your trip
- Private vehicle and chauffeur for the day
- Pickup and drop-off in Fès
- Flexible stops and timing
- Complimentary water
Questions about the Chefchaouen trip
Plan your Chefchaouen day
Pick a date and we will call to confirm the timing, or a one-way trip if you are travelling on.
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