From Tangier: Chefchaouen Blue City Day Trip with Hotel Pickup & Free Time

9 hours

Easy

Escape to Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City, on a relaxed day trip from Tangier. Enjoy hotel pickup, a scenic mountain drive and 5 hours to explore at your own pace.

Discover Chefchaouen, the Blue Pearl of Morocco, on a hassle-free day trip from Tangier. Nestled in the Rif Mountains, this charming town is famous for its blue-washed streets, relaxed atmosphere and stunning mountain views.

Your day starts with a 9:30 pickup from your hotel or riad in Tangier. Sit back in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle as you drive through green hills and mountain landscapes to Chefchaouen, arriving around 11:45.

Once there, you have 5 hours of free time to explore the town your way. Wander through the maze of blue alleys, take photos at every corner, shop for local handicrafts and enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch at a restaurant of your choice.

Suggested highlights:

  • Outa el Hammam, the lively main square
  • The historic Kasbah and its gardens
  • Ras El Ma spring, where locals gather by the water
  • The Spanish Mosque viewpoint for panoramic views over the Blue City

At 17:00, meet your driver and relax on the return journey to Tangier, arriving back at your hotel around 19:15.

Good to know:

  • This is a transport-only day trip: no guide is included, so you explore independently
  • The medina has steep streets and stairs, so comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Lunch and entrance fees are not included
What's included?
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking fees
  • Goods & services tax
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad in Tangier
  • Round-trip transport between Tangier and Chefchaouen in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • 5 hours of free time in Chefchaouen
  • Highway tolls
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Tour guide (this is a transport-only day trip, you explore Chefchaouen independently)
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entrance fee to the Kasbah museum
  • Tips for the driver (optional)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
Please note
  • Infants must sit on your lap
  • Passport required
  • This is a transport-only day trip: no guide is included, you explore Chefchaouen at your own pace
  • Pickup time is 9:00. Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before
  • For accommodations inside the old medina, pickup is at the nearest accessible gate. We will confirm the exact meeting point after booking
  • Please be on time at the meeting point in Chefchaouen at 17:00 for the return trip
  • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or wheelchairs: Chefchaouen has steep streets and many stairs
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring cash (MAD) for lunch, shopping and entrance fees, as many shops do not accept cards
  • Bring your passport or ID, as police checkpoints are common on the road
  • For any question, contact us on WhatsApp: +212 6 60 03 43 79
What to bring
    • Passport or ID card
    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Cash in Moroccan dirhams (MAD) for lunch, shopping and entrance fees
    • Camera or smartphone for photos
    • Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (spring and summer)
    • A light jacket or warm layer, as it can get cool in the mountains (autumn and winter)
    • A reusable water bottle