Chefchaouen from Fes: Private Blue City Day Trip

Tour at a glance

Duration
Full day
Start
Fes (pick-up at your hotel or riad)
End
Fes
Group size
1 to 12 travellers
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Arabic
Difficulty
Easy
Best time
April–October; winters are cold and rainy.
Vehicle
Air-conditioned 4x4, minivan or minibus by group size

About the Chefchaouen day trip

Chefchaouen, the blue pearl of the Rif mountains, is one of the most photographed places in Morocco. Its medina is painted in every shade of blue, with flower pots on the stairs, cats on the doorsteps and the green mountains rising right behind the rooftops.

This private day trip from Fes takes you there in comfort along the Rif foothills, with time to explore the lanes at your own pace, to have lunch on a terrace above Outa el Hammam square, to see the Kasbah and its gardens, the Ras El Ma spring where women still wash wool, and to walk up to the Spanish Mosque for the classic view over the blue town.

Leaving from your riad in Fes and coming back the same evening, it fits easily into any itinerary of the imperial cities.

Highlights

  • The blue medina of Chefchaouen
  • Outa el Hammam square and the Kasbah
  • Ras El Ma spring and waterfalls
  • Spanish Mosque viewpoint over the town
  • Rif mountain scenery on the drive
  • Plenty of free time for photos

Route map of the Chefchaouen day trip

  1. 1Fes
  2. 2Ouazzane road
  3. 3Chefchaouen
  4. 4Spanish Mosque
  5. ↩Back to Fes
Route of the Chefchaouen from Fes: Private Blue City Day Trip

The famous blue pearl of the Rif, with painted lanes, mountain hikes and a slow, peaceful pace. All tours in Chefchaouen

Itinerary for the day

  1. 08:00 Pick-up in Fes

    Riad or hotel pick-up

    Drive north through olive groves and the Rif foothills.

  2. 11:30 Arrive in Chefchaouen

    ≈ 200 km · 3 h 30

    Optional local guide for a walk through the blue lanes and the Kasbah museum.

  3. 13:30 Lunch on Outa el Hammam

    Try local goat cheese and Rif dishes on a terrace, then free time.

  4. 16:00 Ras El Ma & Spanish Mosque

    30 min walk

    Walk past the spring and up to the Spanish Mosque for the view.

  5. 17:30 Return to Fes

    ≈ 200 km

    Back in Fes around 21:00.

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 Chefchaouen day trip

Your private tour, with prices per group size. All prices are in euros and include everything listed under “What’s included”.

Total price by number of travellers
TravellersTotalPer person
1 €190 €190
2 €190 €95
3 €190 €63
4 €190 €48
6 €190 €32
8 €190 €24

The more you are, the less you pay per person. Children count as travellers when they need a bed.

What's included

Included

  • Private vehicle with driver for the day
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Fes
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Local guide in Chefchaouen (optional)
  • Kasbah museum entrance
  • Lunch
  • 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 48 hours before the start.

Read the full policy

Frequently asked questions

How much does the chefchaouen day trip cost?

For 2 travellers the private day trip costs €95 per person (€190 in total), and for 4 travellers €48 per person. The price is for your own vehicle and driver, so it goes down as your group grows.

Is Chefchaouen worth a day trip from Fes?

Yes, it is one of the most popular day trips in Morocco. If you love photography, consider staying a night (book as a 2-day tour).

Why is Chefchaouen blue?

There are several stories: Jewish refugees in the 1930s, keeping mosquitoes away or simply tourism. Today the town repaints the walls every year.

Can we add the Akchour waterfalls?

Yes, if you stay overnight. Akchour and God’s Bridge are a 45-minute drive from Chefchaouen and need a half day of hiking.

Can you drop us in Chefchaouen instead of returning to Fes?

Yes, the price is the same. Write it in the notes.

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 Rachid or our team contacts you on WhatsApp to arrange the pick-up. Free cancellation up to 48 hours 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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