Chefchaouen and North Exploration
This 7-day tour starts and ends in Marrakech, offering a fantastic journey through Morocco’s imperial cities and stunning landscapes. You’ll explore the vibrant streets of Marrakech before heading to Meknes, with its impressive gates and bustling markets. The tour continues to the photogenic blue city of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains, then on to Fes, where you’ll wander its UNESCO-listed medina and historic sites. The return trip to Marrakech takes you through the scenic Atlas foothills and charming Berber villages. Expect a great mix of culture, history and breathtaking scenery at a relaxed pace throughout.
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Tour Overview
Duration
7 daysHotel Rating
4 star hotelsStarts
MarrakechEnds
MarrakechMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Morocco that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Country
MoroccoPassengers
$2,351.25
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Marrakech - Marrakech
Upon arrival at Marrakech Airport, our tour representative will welcome you and assist with your transfer to the hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. After checking in, you have the remainder of the day at your leisure. You may choose to relax at the hotel or explore the vibrant streets of Marrakech, a city renowned for its rich history and status as Morocco’s most significant imperial city. Overnight stay in Marrakech.
Day 2 - Marrakech - Meknes
After breakfast, meet your driver in the hotel reception and set off on a scenic drive to Meknes. En route, you will pass through the charming towns of Settat and Berrechid before reaching Rabat, where you may choose to stop for lunch or wait until you arrive at your destination. Upon arrival in Meknes, check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Meknes, the smallest of Morocco’s imperial cities, is rich in history and notable landmarks. Be sure to explore Moulay Ismail’s Mausoleum, the impressive Bab Mansour gate, the granaries of Moulay Ismail, Lehedim Square, as well as the vibrant souks and bustling local market. Overnight in Meknes.
Day 3 - Meknes - Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we set off on a day trip to Chefchaouen. Along the way, we pause for photo opportunities to capture stunning views of Meknes, a vibrant orange grove, the sacred town of Moulay Driss, and the ancient ruins of Volubilis. Crossing the Rif Mountains, we arrive in the striking blue city of Chefchaouen, where you check in to your chosen hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore at leisure. Wander through the medina’s narrow streets, admire the distinctive whitewashed and blue-painted buildings, and browse the lively souks filled with local crafts—all framed by the scenic backdrop of the Rif Mountains.
Day 4 - Chefchaouen - Fes
After breakfast, continue exploring Chefchaouen with visits to the grand mosque and the kasbah, both key landmarks that offer insight into the city’s history and architecture. You may choose to enjoy lunch before departing. Then, travel towards Fes, crossing the Rif Mountains via Ouazzane and passing through several charming Rif villages that add interest to the journey. Upon arrival in Fes, check in at your hotel and spend the afternoon familiarising yourself with this vibrant city.
Day 5 - Fes
After breakfast, we spend the day exploring the remarkable city of Fez, renowned for its rich history spanning over twelve centuries. We visit key highlights including Fez el Bali, the interiors of Medersa Bou Inania and Attarine Madrasah, the Quaraouiyine Mosque, Nejjarine Fountain, and the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss. You will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional lunch within the vibrant Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before spending the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Fez.
Day 6 - Fes - Marrakech
After breakfast, we leave Fes and travel southwest towards Marrakech. The journey takes you through a variety of landscapes along the foothills of the impressive Atlas Mountains. We pass the mountain town of Ifrane, situated at 1,650 metres above sea level, as well as the Berber villages of Azrou and Khenifra. You may choose to stop for lunch in Beni-Mellal before continuing. We arrive in Marrakech in the evening and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 7 - Marrakech
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a comfortable transfer to Marrakech Airport at a time that suits your flight schedule. This marks the end of your journey.
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices (if available) are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room.
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