Five days takes in the best of northern Morocco, from the coast at Tangier through the Rif to the imperial cities. Along the way you see Cape Spartel and the Cave of Hercules, the blue city of Chefchaouen, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, Rabat, and Casablanca.
You start in Tangier with Cape Spartel and the Cave of Hercules, then cross the Rif to Chefchaouen for a guided day. From there you run through Volubilis and Meknes to Fes for a guided day, then finish through Rabat to Casablanca.
You are collected from your accommodation, the airport, or the port in Tangier, the bride of the north, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic off Cape Spartel. You first explore the city, the Cave of Hercules, and Cape Spartel. Free time for lunch. You then drive inland to Chefchaouen through Tetouan and the Rif Mountains, with stops for the panoramas. Overnight in a riad.
Approx. 2 hours driving · Overnight: Riad in Chefchaouen
After breakfast you explore Chefchaouen, the blue city, also known as Achaoun (horns in Berber), famous for its lanes painted white and blue. You stroll the charming old medina, with its authentic blue doors and whitewashed walls. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon you can hike to the Spanish Mosque, on high ground, for a spectacular view over the whole blue city. Overnight in the same riad.
No driving / 2 hours walking · Overnight: Riad in Chefchaouen
After breakfast you have time to wander the blue city, then drive to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with mosaics among ancient pillars and archways. After a stroll, you drive 30 km to Meknes, to visit Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the royal stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. You then head to Fes. Overnight in a riad.
Approx. 4 hours driving · Overnight: Riad in Fes
You are collected from your riad after breakfast to explore Fes, the country’s cultural and spiritual heart. A driving tour covers the Royal Palace Gate, the Mellah, the Borj Sud fortress view, and the Ceramic Village and School. The walking tour of the medieval medina with a local guide takes in the Al Attarine Madrasa, the University and Mosque of Al-Qarawiyyin, and the colourful Chouara tanneries.
Approx. 30 min driving / 3–4 hours walking · Overnight: Riad in Fes
On the last day you leave Fes and drive to Rabat, an imperial city and the current capital. You visit the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas. Free time for lunch, then you head to Casablanca to visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco. Finally you are dropped off at the airport or any location in Casablanca. This is the end of the tour.
Approx. 3 hours driving
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It is a private experience: only the travellers who make the enquiry take part, with no one else joining. Our focus is on high-quality, personalised trips, which is why we mainly run private tours.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the best, with mild, pleasant weather across most regions. Winter is good too, especially in the south and the desert.
Either an SUV (4×4) or a minivan, both air-conditioned. The 4×4 is a Land Cruiser Prado (up to 4 passengers); minivans are a Mercedes Vito Tourer, Ford Tourneo, or similar (up to 8 passengers). For groups larger than 8, a minibus for up to 18 can be provided.
Yes, it suits travellers of all ages, and the daily driving times are comfortable.
