5 Day Tour from Casablanca: Imperial Cities & Chefchaouen
Northern Morocco in five days, with more than city visits: walk the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, hike in the Rif mountains to the Akchour waterfalls, and finish in Fes after the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this 5 day tour from Casablanca
Our 5 day tour from Casablanca shows northern Morocco with an active twist. You see the imperial cities, hike in the Rif mountains and end in the medina of Fes.
First, you visit the Hassan II Mosque above the Atlantic and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat. Then you drive north for two nights in the blue city of Chefchaouen. After that, a day in the Talassemtane park takes you to the Akchour waterfalls and God’s Bridge. Next, you see Roman Volubilis and the gate of Bab Mansour in Meknes. Finally, a guided morning in Fes ends the trip. We run this 5 day tour from Casablanca as a private trip, on the dates you choose.
Highlights of this 5 day tour from Casablanca
- Hassan II Mosque
- Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat
- Two nights in Chefchaouen
- Akchour waterfalls hike
- Roman Volubilis
- Bab Mansour in Meknes
- Guided Fes medina
5 day tour from Casablanca: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Casablanca & Rabat
Visit the Hassan II Mosque above the Atlantic, then drive to Rabat for the Hassan Tower and the white-and-blue Kasbah of the Udayas.
- 2dayDay 2
Into the Rif mountains
Drive north to Chefchaouen and walk up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset over the blue city.
- 3dayDay 3
Akchour waterfalls hike
A day in the Talassemtane park: river paths, waterfalls and the natural rock arch called God’s Bridge.
- 4dayDay 4
Volubilis & Meknes
The Roman ruins of Volubilis and the great gate of Bab Mansour in Meknes, then on to Fes.
- 5dayDay 5
The Fes medina
A guided morning in the medina, its madrasas, souks and tanneries, then departure.
What’s included in this 5 day tour from Casablanca
Included
- 4 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses)
- Breakfast every morning
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Fes (hotel, riad, airport)
- Local guide for the guided visits
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Riad in Rabat
- Night 2Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 3Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 4Riad in Fes
Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.
Best time for this trip
April to June and September to October are best: the Akchour river is full, the paths are dry and the cities are warm but not hot. Winter brings rain to the Rif mountains.
- JanPossible
- FebPossible
- MarGood
- AprBest
- MayBest
- JunGood
- JulPossible
- AugPossible
- SepBest
- OctBest
- NovGood
- DecPossible
What to bring for this trip
- Walking shoes with good grip for Akchour
- Swimsuit and quick-dry towel for the river pools
- Light rain jacket for the Rif
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the mosque
- Sun hat and sun cream
- Light sweater for the evenings in Chefchaouen
- Small daypack for the hike
- Refillable water bottle
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
5 Day Tour from Casablanca: your questions
Where does the 5 day tour from Casablanca start?
We pick you up at Casablanca airport or at your hotel in the city.
Does the 5 day tour from Casablanca include the Sahara?
No – it focuses on the imperial cities and the north. To add the desert, choose the Marrakech to Fes desert tour or a longer trip.
Is the Akchour waterfalls hike difficult?
It is an easy to moderate walk along the river. It can be shortened or replaced by a free day in Chefchaouen.
Can the 5 day tour from Casablanca end in Marrakech?
Yes – we can finish the route where your flight leaves. Ending in Marrakech adds a long drive from Fes, so we adjust the stops to keep the days comfortable.
Can we go inside the Hassan II Mosque?
Yes, it is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors, with guided visits outside prayer times. We plan the morning so you arrive in time for a visit; shoulders and knees should be covered.
What our travellers say
Wonderful adventure!
We went on 5 day trip through Atlas Mountains to the desert. Different landscapes, trekking in Dades Valley, the night in the desert etc. were incredible. The accommodation was great in every place we slept and the kindness of the people was the best…
Excellent Moroccan trip
We booked a 5-day holiday with the company for our trip to Morocco, and it exceeded all our expectations. The entire experience was fantastic, from the beautiful landscapes to the unforgettable overnight stay in the Sahara desert. The outdoor activities…
Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 5-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Request this 5-day trip
Fill in the form and press send: your request comes straight to our team’s inbox (or WhatsApp, if you prefer) and we reply with the full programme and a clear price.
- No payment to send a request
- Private tour on your dates
- Or write to us: +212 600 643 098
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