Tangier to Fes via Chefchaouen & the Akchour Waterfalls, 3 Days
Tour at a glance
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Start
- Tangier (pick-up at your hotel or riad)
- End
- Fes
- Group size
- 1 to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish, French, Arabic
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate
- Best time
- April–October; winters are cold and rainy.
- Accommodation
- 2 nights, standard or upgrade
- Vehicle
- Air-conditioned 4x4, minivan or minibus by group size
About the Tangier to Fes tour
Northern Morocco is greener, cooler and calmer than the south, and this 3-day private tour shows it at its best. Starting in Tangier, perhaps straight off the ferry from Spain, you visit the Andalusian white medina of Tetouan, then spend two nights in Chefchaouen to enjoy the blue city early in the morning and in the evening, when the day-trippers have left.
The middle day is for nature: a hike in the Talassemtane National Park to the turquoise pools of the Akchour waterfalls and the natural rock arch known as God’s Bridge. On the last day you drive through the Rif foothills to Fes, ready to explore Morocco’s spiritual capital.
It is the ideal start for a longer trip that continues to the Sahara and Marrakech.
Highlights
- Tetouan medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Two nights in the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Hike to the Akchour waterfalls
- God’s Bridge rock arch
- Spanish Mosque sunset
- Pick-up from the Tangier ferry or train
Route map of the Tangier to Fes tour
- 1Tangier
- 2Tetouan
- 3Chefchaouen
- 4Akchour
- 5Fes
The famous blue pearl of the Rif, with painted lanes, mountain hikes and a slow, peaceful pace. All tours in Chefchaouen
Day-by-day itinerary: 3 days
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Day 1 Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Pick-up in Tangier (hotel, port or train station). Drive to Tetouan for a walk through its white medina and the Royal Palace square, with lunch in the old town. Continue into the Rif mountains to Chefchaouen. Sunset from the Spanish Mosque.
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Day 2 Akchour waterfalls & God’s Bridge
Morning drive to Akchour. With a local guide, hike along the river to the waterfalls and up to God’s Bridge, a natural arch 25 m above the water. Picnic or lunch in a riverside café. Free evening in Chefchaouen.
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Day 3 Chefchaouen – Ouazzane – Fes
Early-morning photo walk in the empty blue lanes, then breakfast and the drive to Fes through olive country and the holy town of Ouazzane. Drop-off at your riad in Fes in the early afternoon.
Times and driving durations are approximate and can be adapted. It is a private tour, so you can change stops with your driver-guide.
Prices for the Tangier to Fes tour
Your private tour, with prices per group size. All prices are in euros and include everything listed under “What’s included”.
| Travellers | Standard total | Per person | Upgrade total | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | €640 | €640 | €720 | €720 |
| 2 | €710 | €355 | €870 | €435 |
| 3 | €780 | €260 | €1,020 | €340 |
| 4 | €850 | €213 | €1,170 | €293 |
| 6 | €990 | €165 | €1,470 | €245 |
| 8 | €1,130 | €141 | €1,770 | €221 |
The more you are, the less you pay per person. Children count as travellers when they need a bed.
Where you sleep
Standard
A traditional guesthouse in the Chefchaouen medina with private bathroom and breakfast on the terrace.
Upgrade
A boutique riad with fireplace lounge, rooftop view over the Rif and larger rooms.
- Night 1Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 2Riad in Chefchaouen
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle, fuel and tolls
- Driver for 3 days
- Pick-up in Tangier and drop-off in Fes
- 2 nights in a Chefchaouen riad (standard or upgrade)
- Breakfast daily
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Local guides in Tetouan and Akchour (optional)
- Tips
Good to know before you go
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
A light layer for the evening and a scarf for visiting religious sites.
Best time for this tour
April–October; winters are cold and rainy.
The tour runs every day of the year. Start dates are flexible.
Payment & cancellation
Pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card. Free cancellation with full refund up to 14 days before the start.
Read the full policyFrequently asked questions
How much does the tangier to fes tour cost?
For 2 travellers the private tour costs €710 in total (€355 per person) with standard accommodation, or €870 (€435 per person) with the upgrade. The price per person goes down as your group grows; see the price table on this page.
Is the Akchour hike difficult?
The walk to the lower falls is easy (about 1 h each way). God’s Bridge takes 3–4 hours return with some climbing.
Can we start from the Tanger Med port?
Yes, we meet you at either Tangier port or the station.
Is Chefchaouen worth two nights?
Yes. The town is quietest and most beautiful early morning and evening.
Can this tour continue to the desert?
Yes: combine it with our 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour for a 6-day trip.
How do I pay and when is my booking confirmed?
You pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card through PayPal’s secure checkout, and you receive a receipt by email. If online payment is not available, you can send a booking request instead: we confirm it and send you a secure payment link. After booking, and Anas or our team contacts you on WhatsApp to arrange the pick-up. Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure.
Are your tours private or shared?
All our tours are private: only you and your travel companions, with your own vehicle and driver-guide.
Can you build a custom itinerary?
Yes. Tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a local travel designer will plan a tailor-made route across Morocco with clear, all-inclusive prices.
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