5 days · 4 nights
Private tours from Tangier
3-Day Tangier, Chefchaouen and Fes Tour
A short trip from Tangier to Fes — a night in blue Chefchaouen, the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes, and a guided tour of the Fes medina.
- Duration
- 3 days · 2 nights
- Departure
- Tangier
- Destination
- Chefchaouen and the imperial cities
- Ends in
- Fes
Overview
This short one-way tour suits travellers arriving by ferry or plane in Tangier who want to see the north before heading on. The first afternoon is spent in Chefchaouen, the blue town of the Rif Mountains.
The next day crosses to the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes, arriving in Fes for the night. On the last day a local guide leads you through the medina of Fes before you are dropped at your accommodation or the airport.
Route
- Tangier
- Chefchaouen
- Volubilis
- Meknes
- Fes
Highlights
- Pick-up from Tangier airport or ferry port
- An afternoon and evening in blue Chefchaouen
- The Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes
- A guided tour of the Fes medina
- Drop-off in Fes, ready to continue south or fly home
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Tangier – Chefchaouen
We pick you up from the airport or port of Tangier and drive to Chefchaouen. Founded in the 15th century, the town remained largely closed to Europeans until the early 20th century. Arrive in the afternoon to get a first feel for the town.
- Overnight:
- Hotel in Chefchaouen
Day 2
Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Wander the alleys of Chefchaouen after breakfast, then drive to Volubilis, a well-preserved Roman site listed by UNESCO, with mosaics, columns and archways. Thirty kilometres on, Meknes — the city of Moulay Ismail — offers Bab Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the royal stables and granaries and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Continue to Fes.
- Overnight:
- Riad in Fes
Day 3
Guided tour of Fes – departure
Explore Fes with a local guide (a short drive and a 2–3 hour walking tour). See the Royal Palace gate, the Mellah (Jewish quarter) and a viewpoint over the medina, then enter the UNESCO-listed old city through Bab Boujloud to visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Nejjarine fountain, the tanneries and Al Quaraouiyine. In the afternoon we drop you at your accommodation or Fes airport.
What's included
- Pick-up at Tangier airport or port and drop-off at your accommodation or the airport in Fes
- Private transport in an air-conditioned 4×4, including fuel
- English-speaking driver
- Local guides in Volubilis and Fes
- 2 nights in hotels or riads
- Daily breakfasts
What's not included
- Flights
- Dinners
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips
Accommodation
- Chefchaouen (1 night) · Fes (1)
Practical information
- Tour type
- Private one-way tour from Tangier to Fes
- Pick-up
- Tangier airport or ferry port
- Drop-off
- Your accommodation or Fes–Saïss Airport (FEZ), after the guided tour on day 3
- Desert
- This tour does not visit the Sahara. See our 5-, 8-, 10- and 12-day tours from Tangier for routes that include the desert.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a private tour?
Yes. Our tours are private: you travel only with your own group, with a dedicated driver and vehicle. You will not be joined by other travellers.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts in Tangier, with pick-up from your accommodation or the airport, and finishes in Fes. If you would like to start or finish somewhere else, let us know — the starting and end points can be adapted.
How much does this tour cost?
The price depends on the number of travellers, your travel dates and your choice of accommodation. Send us your dates and group size by WhatsApp or email and we will reply with a personal quote.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every itinerary can be adapted to your pace, interests and budget — you can add nights, skip stops or combine routes. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire.
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