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Blue stairway and walls in the medina of Chefchaouen, Morocco – Chefchaouen day trip from Fez

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Chefchaouen Day Trip from Fez

A full day in the blue city: Rif mountain views, the blue lanes, Ras El Maa spring, Outa el Hammam square and free time.

  • Duration1 day
  • StartFez
  • EndFez
  • Trip typePrivate tour

Overview

This Chefchaouen day trip from Fez takes you to the famous blue city in the Rif mountains. You walk in lanes painted in many shades of blue, visit Ras El Maa spring and the main square of Outa el Hammam, and have free time for photos and shopping.

The drive is long but scenic, with green hills and olive trees. If you prefer to sleep in Chefchaouen, see our 7 days from Casablanca or all tours from Fez.

Highlights

  • Green landscapes of the Rif mountains
  • Blue lanes and doors of Chefchaouen
  • Ras El Maa spring
  • Outa el Hammam square and the kasbah
  • Free time for photos and shopping

Schedule of the day

  1. 08:00 – Pick-up in Fez

    Your private driver picks you up at your riad or hotel in Fez. If your riad is in the medina, the driver meets you at the nearest gate.

  2. 09:30 – Rif mountains

    The road climbs into the Rif mountains, with green hills, olive trees and small villages. You stop for coffee and photos on the way.

  3. 11:30 – Chefchaouen blue medina

    You arrive in Chefchaouen and start your walk in the blue medina. Every wall, stair and door is painted blue. You can hire a local guide here (optional) to learn the history of the town.

  4. 12:30 – Ras El Maa and Outa el Hammam square

    You walk to Ras El Maa, a spring at the edge of the town where clear mountain water flows. Then you go to Outa el Hammam, the main square, with the red walls of the old kasbah and the Great Mosque.

  5. 13:30 – Lunch

    Have lunch in a terrace restaurant in the square (lunch not included). Try local goat cheese or a fish tajine.

  6. 14:30 – Free time

    Enjoy free time for photos and shopping. Chefchaouen is known for wool blankets, woven bags and natural soaps. Please ask before taking photos of people.

  7. 16:00 – Return to Fez

    Your driver meets you at the agreed place and you drive back to Fez, about 3 hours 30 minutes.

  8. 19:30 – Drop-off in Fez

    You arrive back at your riad or hotel in Fez around 19:30.

Route map

Fez → Chefchaouen

What's included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for the day (1–6 people)
  • Private English-speaking driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Fez
  • Free time in Chefchaouen
  • Photo stops in the Rif mountains
  • Bottled water in the vehicle

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Local guide in Chefchaouen (optional)
  • Entrance to the kasbah museum
  • Tips and personal expenses

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Frequently asked questions

Is one day enough for Chefchaouen?

One day is enough to see the main sights. If you love photography, a night in the town gives you quiet morning streets.

How long is the drive from Fez?

About 3 hours 30 minutes each way, with a coffee stop.

Can I continue to Tangier instead of returning?

Yes. We can end the day in Tangier or arrange a one-way transfer. Ask us for details.

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