Great North Tour: 5 Days from Casablanca to Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes & Rabat

Overview

Discover the cultural and historic diversity of northern Morocco on a five-day private journey beginning and ending in Casablanca. Travel from the Atlantic coast to Rabat before continuing north to Tangier, where Atlantic and Mediterranean influences meet. Explore Tangier's historic medina and coastal landmarks before traveling through the Rif region to Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City. Continue through mountain scenery toward Fes, where travelers discover one of Morocco's most important historic medinas with a local guide. The final journey includes Meknes before returning through Rabat to Casablanca. This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want cities, culture, imperial history, traditional medinas and mountain landscapes without a long Sahara Desert journey.

Suggested itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1

   Day 1 – Casablanca → Rabat → Tangier Pickup from your Casablanca hotel, Mohammed V International Airport, cruise port or agreed central location. Visit or stop outside Hassan II Mosque, then continue to Rabat for Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, the Kasbah of the Udayas and historic city areas when accessible. Continue north to Tangier, arrive and check in. Overnight: Tangier

2. 2

   Day 2

   Day 2 – Tangier City Tour → Chefchaouen After breakfast, explore Cape Spartel, the Caves of Hercules, Tangier Medina, the Kasbah, the American Legation and Atlantic-Mediterranean viewpoints. Enjoy free time or lunch before traveling through scenic northern landscapes to Chefchaouen. Explore the blue-painted lanes and mountain atmosphere. Overnight: Chefchaouen

3. 3

   Day 3

   Day 3 – Chefchaouen → Fes Enjoy a relaxed morning with free time to walk through the blue streets, visit the medina, take photographs, explore local shops and enjoy cafés or viewpoints. In the afternoon, travel through the Rif Mountains toward Fes and check into a traditional riad or hotel. Overnight: Fes

4. 4

   Day 4

   Day 4 – Full-Day Guided Tour of Fes Meet a local guide after breakfast for Fes el-Bali, Chouara Tanneries, the Al-Qarawiyyin area, Nejjarine Fountain, traditional souks, artisan workshops, Royal Palace gates and historic medina streets. The visit focuses on Fes's history, crafts, architecture and living medina culture. Overnight: Fes

5. 5

   Day 5

   Day 5 – Fes → Meknes → Rabat → Casablanca Depart Fes after breakfast and visit Meknes, including Bab Mansour, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and historic medina areas. Continue toward Rabat, with time to revisit important sites depending on timing, then travel to Casablanca. Drop-off at a Casablanca hotel, airport, port or another agreed central location. End of tour.

What's included

• Private air-conditioned minivan or suitable vehicle
• Professional driver
• English- and French-speaking driver-guide
• Transportation throughout the full itinerary
• Pickup from hotel, airport or port in Casablanca
• Return drop-off in Casablanca
• 4 nights accommodation in selected 3-star or 4-star hotels or riads or equivalent
• 4 breakfasts
• Guided city tour in Tangier
• Guided city tour in Fes
• Fuel and standard transport costs
• Free time to explore Chefchaouen
• Scenic stops when appropriate

What's not included

• International or domestic flights
• Lunches
• Dinners
• Entrance fees to monuments, museums and attractions
• Personal expenses
• Drinks not explicitly included
• Tips and gratuities
• Travel insurance
• Optional activities
• Additional local guides not listed as included

Practical information

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Starting point

Casablanca

Ending point

Casablanca

Transport

Private air-conditioned minivan or suitable tour vehicle

Tour style

Private cultural and scenic multi-day journey

Languages

English and French

Accommodation

4 nights in selected 3-star or 4-star hotels or riads, or equivalent

Suitable for

Couples, families, friends, small groups and first-time visitors to Morocco

Walking level

Easy to moderate during medina and city visits

Important notes

• Daily driving times may vary depending on traffic and road conditions.
• Entrance tickets are not included unless specifically arranged.
• Some religious and historic sites may have restricted visitor access.
• Accommodation may be replaced with a similar standard property depending on availability.
• The itinerary order may be adjusted slightly for operational reasons.
• Cruise passengers should confirm ship arrival and departure times before booking.
• Airport pickup and drop-off should be coordinated with the flight schedule.
• Historic medinas may include uneven streets and steps; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.