Northern Morocco: Chefchaouen, Fes & the Rif Mountains

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Bursting with culture, beautiful landscapes, and mouth-watering food, northern Morocco is an absolute must for curious explorers. Walk through the photogenic "blue city" of Chefchaouen and wander the maze-like medina of Fes. Stay active by hiking to the natural rock formation of Imsfrane Cathedral and do a yoga session at sunset. Savour the traditional cuis...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Admire the views of the "blue city" in chefchaouen
    • Explore the roman ruins of volubilis
    • All into the hustle and bustle of the fes medina
    • Hike to the imsfane cathedral rock formation
    • Soak in the scenery while eating a picnic lunch

What's this trip about?

    Bursting with culture, beautiful landscapes, and mouth-watering food, northern Morocco is an absolute must for curious explorers. Walk through the photogenic "blue city" of Chefchaouen and wander the maze-like medina of Fes. Stay active by hiking to the natural rock formation of Imsfrane Cathedral and do a yoga session at sunset. Savour the traditional cuisine with open air picnic lunches and in family homes, providing unforgettable opportunities for new connections with the communities you visit. In the north, adventure is everywhere you look.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCasablanca
End CityMarrakech

Destinations

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 12

Trip includes

    • Your G for Good Moment: Mhaya Village Community Lunch
    • MeknèsYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour OMG Day: Rif Mountain Hike or Akchour Hike
    • ChefchaouenYour Foodie Moment: Lunch with a Berber Family
    • Complimentary arrival transfer
    • Welcome dinner
    • Orientation walk in Chefchauoen
    • Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis
    • Guided tour of Meknes
    • Walking tour through the historic medina of Fes including a visit to the tannery
    • Visit the Ain Asserdoun natural spring
    • Sunset yoga class in Bin El Ouidane
    • Hike to the Imsefrane Cathedral
    • Have lunch with a local Berber family and learn how to make their traditional bread
    • Set off in a kayak or a boat at sunset from Bin El Ouidane
    • Visit Ouzoud Waterfall
    • Marrakech medina guided walk including Saadian Tombs
    • Bahia Palace
    • souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa square
    • Farewell dinner
    • Departure transfer
    • All tips included for activities and meals
    • except for CEO and porterage
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Casablanca: An Immersion into Morocco

Allow your imagination to run wild, dreaming of kasbahs, medinas, and exotic lands as you make your way from the airport to the hotel. A bustling seaport, Casablanca is a mix of old and new with a blend of architectural styles and yet singularly Moroccan. We welcome y...

Day 2 Chefchauoen: The "Blue City"

See the landscapes change as you head north, past farmland and through small villages and watch for large stork nests on the tops of buildings and mosques. Fall in love at once with the charm of Chefchauoen as you arrive with picturesque alleyways and shades of blue i...

Day 3 Chefchauoen: Your OMG Day

Let your interests and energy level guide you today as you have the choice of 2 fantastic and different hikes in the Rif Mountains. The range is known for its narrow valleys, rivers and waterfalls with incredible views and lush scenery. There are so many great hiking ...

Day 4 Fes: Volubilis and Meknes

Morocco is a land of beautiful landscapes and today as you make your way from the Rif mountains to the plains of Fes you'll experience why. Pass through traditional villages and lush farmland, see rural life unfold as you prepare yourself for the next experience, read...

Day 5 Fes: The Medina

Walking through the maze-like medina in Fes is like stepping back in time. Brush shoulders with the locals going about their shopping as people here have done for the past thousand years. Make way for the occasional donkey and embrace the frenetic energy within the ma...

Day 6 Bin El Ouidane: Through the Atlas Mountains

Another day of gorgeous scenery is on the menu. Wind your way from the plains back into the Middle Atlas mountains, an area not often explored by tourists, here you find a very authentic Morocco. Stop at viewpoints, villages and to stretch the legs with photo opportun...

Day 7 Bin El Ouidane: Imsefrane Cathedral

Immerse yourself into the natural and beautiful landscapes on a hike to a massive natural rock formation resembling a cathedral. Sculpted over eons by wind and water, this geological wonder showcases the Earth's history, with layers of sedimentary rock narrating tales...

Day 8 Marrakech: Into the Souk

Another natural wonder awaits you at Ouzoud Waterfall on the way to the bustling city of Marrakech. Throw yourself into the city's ancient historical sector and the lively marketplace full of souvenirs, hopeful shopkeepers, and food stalls for you to practice your bar...

Day 9 Marrakech

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Morocco will live on.

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hotel (8 nts).

Transportation & Flights

Private vehicle, walking,Please note that there is a lot of fast paced travel on this itinerary which necessitates some long travel days in our mini van. We feel that if you enter this trip with this knowledge and expectation, you will appreciate even more the variety of locations we are able to include in this itinerary. We use a 16-seater minivan and with a full group every seat will be used. The legroom in the minivan is possibly smaller than you may be used to and taller passengers may find space a little cramped. It is important to be aware that as it is not a legal requirement in buses in Morocco, your vehicle may not be equipped with seat belts. The minivans have air conditioning, however please note that summer temperatures in Morocco can easily reach 50 celsius. When the outside temperature is so hot, a minibus air conditioning system will not be able to cool the bus to the temperatures you are used to enjoying at home. Please bear in mind that travelling in Morocco in summer will inevitably involve very hot temperatures and some discomfort may be experienced when travelling.

Transportation & flights

Private vehicle, walking Please note that there is a lot of fast paced travel on this itinerary which necessitates some long travel days in our mini van. We feel that if you enter this trip with this knowledge and expectation, you will appreciate even more the variety of locations we are able to include in this itinerary. We use a 16-seater minivan and with a full group every seat will be used. The legroom in the minivan is possibly smaller than you may be used to and taller passengers may find space a little cramped. It is important to be aware that as it is not a legal requirement in buses in Morocco, your vehicle may not be equipped with seat belts. The minivans have air conditioning, however please note that summer temperatures in Morocco can easily reach 50 celsius. When the outside temperature is so hot, a minibus air conditioning system will not be able to cool the bus to the temperatures you are used to enjoying at home. Please bear in mind that travelling in Morocco in summer will inevitably involve very hot temperatures and some discomfort may be experienced when travelling.
Guides
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Requirements
Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of people in the sex trade is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our CEOs have the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they utilize the services of paid sex workers, in any capacity.,We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. G Adventures can provide you with the appropriate coverage. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Visa requirements
All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your own responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. Visa requirements for your trip will vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. We keep the following information up to date as far as possible, but rules do change and sometimes without warning. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check the information yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements. Visa information specific to your destination and nationality can be found in our Important Pre-Departure Information page here
Health & Safety
DRINKING WATER It is advisable to drink bottled water in Morocco. Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure. There are no specific health requirements for this trip. However, you should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit, hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements . Please be aware that we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities for some time during this trip, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the G Adventures brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please contact us at travel@gadventures.com should you require any clarification on what is involved on your itinerary. G Adventures reserves the right to exclude any traveller from all or part of a trip without refund if in the reasonable opinion of our CEO they are unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group.
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
Age Requirements
12 years and up
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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