Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier: Blue Medina & Rif Mountains
Why Choose This Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier
This Chefchaouen day trip from Tangier takes you to the blue town of the Rif Mountains, about 115 km south of Tangier. To begin with, you drive past Tetouan into green hills and mountains. Then you walk through the blue medina, have lunch in the old town and climb to the Spanish Mosque.
Throughout the day, you also travel privately with your own driver, so you choose the pace. In fact, the drive takes only about 2 hours 15 minutes each way. As a result, you have a full, relaxed day in Chefchaouen.
However, if you want to continue across Morocco, see our 7 day tour from Tangier to Marrakech. Also read our guide to the top things to do in Chefchaouen.
| Duration | Full day, about 8:30 to 18:30 |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Your hotel or the port in Tangier |
| Driving time | About 2 hours 15 minutes each way |
| Main visits | Blue medina, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, kasbah, Ras el-Maa, Spanish Mosque |
| Walking | Easy to moderate, with steps and slopes |
| Price | Ask us for the price |
Highlights of the Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier
- To begin with, drive past Tetouan into the Rif Mountains.
- Then walk through the blue lanes and painted doors of the medina.
- After that, see Plaza Uta el-Hammam and the kasbah.
- Also, taste local goat cheese and bread for lunch.
- Later, visit the Ras el-Maa spring at the edge of town.
- Finally, enjoy the view from the Spanish Mosque.
Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier: Itinerary
Morning: Tangier – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen
To begin with, your driver picks you up at your hotel or riad in Tangier at about 8:30. Then you drive north through olive groves and the green hills of the Rif. In general, the drive takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, with a coffee stop on the way.
Late Morning: The Blue Medina
Then you walk through the blue lanes of the medina, with its painted doors, steps and small craft shops. Along the way, you also reach Plaza Uta el-Hammam and the red walls of the kasbah. On request, a local guide can join you for the walk.
Midday: Lunch and Free Time
After that, you have lunch in a small restaurant, for example goat cheese, a tagine or fresh bread. Meanwhile, you can browse the wool, leather and soap shops at your own pace.
Afternoon: Ras el-Maa and Return
Later, you walk to Ras el-Maa, the spring at the edge of town, where women wash clothes in the stream. If you like, you also climb to the Spanish Mosque for the view over the blue town. Finally, you drive back and reach Tangier at about 18:30.
Expert tip from our drivers
Ask us for a pickup at the port if you arrive by ferry from Spain. In addition, wear good shoes, because the lanes are steep. Also, ask before you take photos of people. Finally, the light is best in the late afternoon for photos.
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What Is Included
- Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or the port in Tangier
- Free time in Chefchaouen
- Not included
- Lunch
- Local guide (on request)
- Drinks
- Tips
Good to Know Before Your Chefchaouen Day Trip
- Pickup: we also collect you from your hotel or the ferry port in Tangier.
- Walking: the medina is hilly, so comfortable shoes help.
- Weather: the Rif is rainy in winter, so bring a jacket.
- Families: the drive is short, so the trip suits children.
- Tangier: read our Tangier tour guide.
- Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.
Price of the Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier
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Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen → Tangier
FAQ About the Chefchaouen Day Trip from Tangier
How far is Chefchaouen from Tangier?
In general, it is about 115 km, so the drive takes about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Can you pick us up at the ferry port?
Yes, in fact we pick you up at the port of Tangier or at your hotel.
Do we stop in Tetouan?
Yes, on request you can stop in Tetouan, whose medina is a UNESCO site.
Is lunch included?
No, lunch is not included, so you can choose a restaurant in the medina.
Is the Chefchaouen day trip from Tangier good for families?
Yes, because the drive is short and the town is calm.
What should I bring?
Above all, bring comfortable shoes, a jacket in winter and cash for shops.
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