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6 days tour from Tangier: 6 Days Tour from Tangier: Chefchaouen, Fes & the Atlantic
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6 Days Tour from Tangier: Chefchaouen, Fes & the Atlantic

Arrive by ferry and leave from the same port six days later. This loop stays in the north – mountains, imperial cities and the Atlantic – so the drives stay reasonable and the ferry is easy to catch.

See the day-by-day route
6 days / 5 nightsStarts in TangierEnds in TangierPrivate tour
Tangier→Tetouan→Chefchaouen→Akchour→Fes→Meknes→Volubilis→Asilah→Tangier

About this 6 days tour from Tangier

Our 6 days tour from Tangier is a round trip through northern Morocco. You arrive by ferry and leave from the same port, with short drives in between.

First, you visit the white medina of Tetouan on the way to Chefchaouen. Then you hike to the Akchour waterfalls and God’s Bridge. After that, two nights in Fes bring a guided medina walk and a cooking class. Next, you see Meknes and Roman Volubilis before reaching the seaside town of Asilah. Finally, Cape Spartel and the Hercules Caves come before your ferry. We run this 6 days tour from Tangier as a private trip, on the dates you choose.

Highlights of this 6 days tour from Tangier

  • Tetouan medina
  • Two nights in Chefchaouen
  • Akchour waterfalls hike
  • Two nights in Fes
  • Fes cooking class
  • Meknes & Volubilis
  • Asilah by the sea
  • Cape Spartel & Hercules Caves

6 days tour from Tangier: day by day

  1. 1day
    Day 1

    Tangier, Tetouan & Chefchaouen

    We meet you at the port, stop in the white medina of Tetouan and climb into the Rif to Chefchaouen.

    On the road: about 2.5–3 h with TetouanStay: Riad in Chefchaouen
  2. 2day
    Day 2

    Akchour waterfalls

    A day of walking and swimming along the river to the waterfalls and God’s Bridge.

    On the road: about 45 min each wayStay: Riad in Chefchaouen
  3. 3day
    Day 3

    Chefchaouen to Fes

    A last morning in the blue lanes, then south through olive country to Fes.

    On the road: about 3.5–4 hStay: Riad in Fes
  4. 4day
    Day 4

    Fes medina & cooking class

    A guided walk through the madrasas and craft quarters of the medina, then cook a Fassi dinner with a local cook.

    Stay: Riad in Fes
  5. 5day
    Day 5

    Meknes, Volubilis & Asilah

    The imperial gate of Meknes and the Roman town of Volubilis, then west to the seaside town of Asilah.

    On the road: about 4 h with visitsStay: Riad in Asilah
  6. 6day
    Day 6

    Cape Spartel & Tangier

    A morning beach walk or horse ride in Asilah, the Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel, then the ferry back to Spain.

    On the road: about 1 h with Cape Spartel

What’s included in this 6 days tour from Tangier

Included

  • 5 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses)
  • Breakfast every morning
  • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Pick-up in Tangier and drop-off in Tangier (hotel, riad, airport or port)
  • 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

  1. Night 1Riad in Chefchaouen
  2. Night 2Riad in Chefchaouen
  3. Night 3Riad in Fes
  4. Night 4Riad in Fes
  5. Night 5Riad in Asilah

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 for the Akchour hike and the cities. Summer is busy but pleasant on the coast, and winter brings rain to the Rif.

  • JanPossible
  • FebPossible
  • MarGood
  • AprBest
  • MayBest
  • JunGood
  • JulGood
  • AugGood
  • SepBest
  • OctBest
  • NovGood
  • DecPossible

What to bring for this trip

  • Passport (checked at the port)
  • Walking shoes with grip for Akchour
  • Swimsuit for the river pools
  • Light rain jacket for the Rif
  • Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the medinas
  • Long trousers for the horse ride
  • Sun hat and sun cream
  • Light sweater for the evenings
  • 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.

6 Days Tour from Tangier: your questions

Where does the 6 days tour from Tangier begin and end?

At the port of Tangier city or Tanger Med, so you can arrive and leave by ferry from Spain.

Does the 6 days tour from Tangier include the desert?

No – it stays in the north to keep the drives short. To add the Sahara, see our 6 days tour from Marrakech to Tangier.

Do I need a visa to enter Morocco from Spain?

Citizens of the EU, the UK, the US, Canada and many other countries do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Check the rules for your passport before you travel.

Can we add a horse ride in Asilah?

Yes – a horse ride on the beach is possible on the last morning. Tell us when you book.

Is Chefchaouen worth two nights?

Yes. The first evening is for the blue lanes, and the full day lets you hike to the Akchour waterfalls in the Talassemtane park.

Local team in MoroccoYour trip is planned and run by our own team on the ground.
Private, on your datesOnly you and your travel companions, starting when you want.
Every day can changeAdd a night, an activity or a slower pace – the plan adapts to you.
Answers on WhatsAppAsk us anything before you book: +212 600 643 098.

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Activities on this trip

Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.

Camel & horseback treksCamel & horseback treksDay 6 – Cape Spartel & TangierDetails →Hiking & trekking adventuresHiking & trekking adventuresDay 2 – Akchour waterfallsDetails →Authentic culinary experiencesAuthentic culinary experiencesDay 4 – Fes medina & cooking classDetails →A family in front of the golden doors of the Royal Palace in FesCultural explorationDay 1 – Tangier, Tetouan & ChefchaouenDetails →

Optional activities

Add one or more of these to your 6-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.

Faith & spiritual journeysOptional · extraFaith & spiritual journeysSpiritual and heritage visitSee the activity →
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