Private Chefchaouen tour from Tangier: Blue city and waterfalls

The blue city unfolds street by street, from Ras el-Maa Waterfall to the maze of Ain Haouzi.

A private day tour from Tangier to Chefchaouen with a knowledgeable local guide in an air-conditioned minibus, covering the blue medina's neighborhoods, Ras el-Maa Waterfall, and Outa El Hammam Square. You can add Akchour Waterfalls for a swim in the Rif Mountains before reaching the city. The tour runs 11 to 13 hours with hotel pickup included, coffee and tea on board, and stops on both the outbound and return drives.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Place Outa el Hammam6h
2. Akchour Falls1h 30m · entry included

Explore Chefchaouen and surroundings

• Travel through Rif Mountains by minibus
• Stop at peaceful oasis with palm groves
• Visit main entrance gate of Chefchaouen
• Explore Spanish Mosque and panoramic views
• Discover Souika neighborhood and local markets
• Walk through Ain Haouzi blue and white houses
• Visit Ras el-Maa Waterfall and nature
• Relax at Outa El Hamam Square
• Return to Tangier with stops

The experience

You leave Tangier in a private minibus and climb through the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen, stopping along the way to take in the landscape. The route passes through the Jbala region, where you'll see traditional Rifian settlements and the terrain shifts from coastal plains to green hills. By the time you reach the city's edge, the famous blue buildings start appearing: the medina's walls and houses painted in shades of blue that deepen as you move deeper into the old town.

Once in Chefchaouen, your guide leads you through the neighborhoods that make the city distinctive. You'll walk the narrow alleyways of Souika, where the local market fills with produce, spices and handmade goods, then move into Ain Haouzi, known for its fountains and the maze of blue-and-white-painted houses. You visit Ras el-Maa Waterfall just beyond the northeastern gate: the water rushes from the mountainside where local women still come to wash clothes, and the sound carries through the verdant hills. The Mezquita Española sits on a hillside with views across the medina. Its Moorish and Spanish design elements blend in the ornate interior. Free time at Outa El Hammam Square lets you sit in a café, explore the Kasbah Museum, or wander the shops at your own pace before the return journey to Tangier, which takes about three hours with stops.

If you choose the Akchour Waterfalls option, the tour adds a stop in the Rif Mountains before entering Chefchaouen. You'll swim in the natural pools and explore the oasis landscape (palm groves, greenish ponds and traditional clay houses) before continuing to the blue city. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or French, and the minibus includes WiFi and complimentary coffee, tea or juice throughout the day.

What’s included

• Coffee, tea, juice or soda on board.
• WiFi throughout the minibus.
• a knowledgeable local guide speaking your choice of English, Spanish, Italian or French.
• air-conditioned private transportation.
• Akchour Waterfalls and swimming (if you select that option at checkout).
• hotel pickup and return in Tangier.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private tour to the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen, MoroccoGuide in 4 languages · 23 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Pickup is included

With Akchour WaterfallsGuide in 4 languages · 23 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Visit to Akchour Waterfalls, lasting 2 hours, as an extra addition. Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day23 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book this if you have a full day from Tangier and want a guided walk through Chefchaouen's neighborhoods with someone who knows the history. Add the Akchour option if you'd rather swim in the mountains first.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is Ras el-Maa Waterfall like when you reach it?

Ras el-Maa is a natural spring where water rushes from the mountainside just beyond Chefchaouen's northeastern gate. Local women gather there to wash clothes, and the sound of the water against the verdant hills creates a sudden shift from the medina's narrow streets into open nature.

Can you swim at Akchour Waterfalls if you add that option?

Yes, Akchour Waterfalls is included as an optional add-on, and swimming in the natural pools is part of the stop. You'll also explore the oasis landscape with palm groves and traditional clay houses before the minibus continues to Chefchaouen.

How much free time do you have to explore Chefchaouen on your own?

You have free time at Outa El Hammam Square, the central gathering place surrounded by cafes, restaurants and shops. This is where you can relax, visit the Kasbah Museum, shop, or continue exploring the neighborhoods at your own pace before the return drive begins.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. You can eat at one of the many restaurants and cafes in Chefchaouen during your free time, or bring your own food.

What neighborhoods do you walk through in the medina?

Your guide takes you through Souika, the vibrant market neighborhood where stalls overflow with fresh produce and traditional crafts, and Ain Haouzi, a charming district known for its fountains, narrow alleyways and blue-and-white architecture that offers excellent photography spots.

Is hotel pickup from Tangier included?

Yes, hotel pickup in Tangier is included in the tour price. The minibus collects you from your accommodation and returns you there at the end of the day.