Casablanca to Fes via Chefchaouen: 2-day tour with driver

Two days crossing Morocco's Rif Mountains, from Casablanca's coast through Chefchaouen's blue medina to Fes

A 2-day tour from Casablanca to Fes via Chefchaouen with private air-conditioned transport and an English-speaking driver. Day one takes you from Casablanca through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, where you explore the town's narrow blue-washed streets and the Ras el-Maa Waterfall at your own pace. Day two begins with a morning walk through Chefchaouen's winding alleys and markets before the drive to Fes, ending at your accommodation.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Travel to and explore Chefchaouen

• Pick up from Casablanca accommodation
• Drive to Chefchaouen through Rif Mountains
• Explore Chefchaouen's blue-washed streets

Day 2: Discover Chefchaouen and travel to Fes

• Morning stroll through Chefchaouen alleys
• Visit markets and local craft stalls
• Enjoy Moroccan cuisine at local restaurants
• Drive from Chefchaouen to Fes
• Arrive and drop off at Fes accommodation

The experience

Chefchaouen sits in the Rif Mountains, a five-hour drive from Casablanca. The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Casablanca and follows a scenic route through rolling hills and Moroccan villages. Your English-speaking driver handles the navigation and shares local context along the way, though they do not guide you through the towns themselves: that freedom is yours to claim.

The first afternoon in Chefchaouen is unstructured. The town's defining feature is its blue-painted buildings and narrow streets. You wander them at your own pace, visit the Ras el-Maa Waterfall, browse the markets, or sit in a local restaurant. Your driver remains available for questions and recommendations but does not lead a group tour. You spend the night in Chefchaouen (accommodation is your own booking).

Day two starts with a morning walk through the medina before the afternoon drive to Fes. The route covers roughly four hours of road time. Your driver drops you at your Fes accommodation, completing the journey. The tour includes a one-hour stop in either Rabat or Ouazzane during the drive, depending on the route taken.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transport.
• professional English-speaking driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in both Casablanca and Fes.
• one-hour visit to Rabat or Ouazzane during the drive.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day20 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 10:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Youth (9 to 16 years): free · Infant (3 to 8 years): free · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats available

Operated by Fez Morocco Guide

Is this one for you?Starting from Casablanca without a car means the drive to Chefchaouen and onward to Fes stays in one booking, with pickup from your hotel and drop-off at your next one. The two-day pace gives you an afternoon and a morning to explore Chefchaouen without rushing, then moves you toward Fes rather than looping back.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (9 to 16 years): free; Infant (3 to 8 years): free. Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What is the Ras el-Maa Waterfall and where is it in Chefchaouen?

Ras el-Maa Waterfall is a natural cascade within Chefchaouen itself, accessible on foot from the medina. You can visit it during your free afternoon or morning in the town.

Do I need to book accommodation in Chefchaouen myself?

Yes. The tour includes transport and driver assistance but not your overnight stay in Chefchaouen. You arrange and book your own hotel or riad for the night.

How much time do I have to explore Chefchaouen on my own?

You have the afternoon of day one and the morning of day two to explore the town. The afternoon is entirely free. The morning ends before the drive to Fes begins.

What happens during the one-hour stop in Rabat or Ouazzane?

The driver includes a one-hour visit to either Rabat or Ouazzane during the journey, depending on the route. This is a break in the drive to stretch and see another part of Morocco.

Does the driver speak English throughout the tour?

Yes. Your driver is fluent in English and provides insights about the landscapes and villages you pass, though they do not guide you through Chefchaouen or Fes itself.