5-Day Morocco Tour from Fes: Meknes, Rabat, Asilah, Tangier & Chefchaouen

Fes – Meknes – Rabat – Asilah – Cap Spartel – Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Fes

Overview

Discover the magnificent breadth of northern Morocco on this private 5-day circuit from Fes with LGBTQ Morocco Tours. This itinerary traces a sweeping loop through Morocco's Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts — visiting four of the country's most storied cities, two UNESCO World Heritage medinas, the continent's northernmost tip, and the legendary Blue Pearl of Chefchaouen — before returning to Fes via the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.

From the monumental gates of Meknes to the cosmopolitan boulevards of Rabat, from the whitewashed ramparts of Asilah to the vibrant international harbour of Tangier, and from the winding mountain roads above Tetouan to the impossibly photogenic blue alleyways of Chefchaouen — this tour captures the extraordinary diversity of Morocco's north in five unforgettable days.

Northern Morocco has a distinct cultural identity shaped by Berber, Arab, Andalusian, Portuguese, and French influences, and its cities feel quite different from the desert south. The Atlantic coast light, the Mediterranean mountain air, and the ancient medinas of the imperial cities combine to create one of the most rewarding and varied travel itineraries in the entire country.

LGBTQ Morocco Tours specialises in creating private, tailored journeys that allow every traveller to explore Morocco at their own pace, in their own comfort, with complete freedom and safety.

Tour Highlights

• Private 5-day circular tour from and back to Fes
• Visit Meknes and the magnificent Bab Mansour gate
• Explore Rabat, Morocco's modern capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Discover Asilah, the charming whitewashed Portuguese Atlantic town
• Stand at Cap Spartel, the northernmost point of the African continent
• Experience Tangier, Morocco's legendary cosmopolitan gateway to Europe
• Drive through the Tetouan foothills and the Rif Mountain approaches
• Wander the iconic blue medina of Chefchaouen
• Return via Volubilis, the finest Roman ruins in North Africa
• Stay in boutique riads and character hotels throughout

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Fes – Meknes – Rabat

Depart Fes in the morning and travel west to Meknes, one of Morocco's four imperial cities. Built as a grand capital by Sultan Moulay Ismail in the late 17th century, Meknes is dominated by monumental architecture: the enormous Bab Mansour gate, the vast grain stores of Heri es-Souani, and the serene Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail are all highlights of a morning visit. Browse the atmospheric medina and the covered Souk Joutiya before continuing west.

Continue along the Atlantic plains to Rabat, Morocco's modern capital — a UNESCO World Heritage City that combines a medieval medina with a graceful French colonial new town. Visit the Hassan Tower, the unfinished minaret of a 12th-century mosque that was intended to be the tallest in the world, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, an exquisitely crafted royal monument in white marble. Walk the Kasbah des Oudaias — a breezy clifftop Andalusian quarter with stunning views over the Bou Regreg estuary — and stroll along Rabat's famous seafront boulevard.

Overnight: Riad Zyo or similar boutique hotel in Rabat
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 2: Rabat – Asilah

After breakfast, explore Rabat's medina at leisure — the city's old quarter is compact and relaxed compared to Fes or Marrakech, with covered souks, the 16th-century Merenid walls, and the charming Andalusian Garden within the Kasbah des Oudaias. Visit the Archaeological Museum, home to the finest collection of Roman bronzes found in Morocco.

Drive north along the Atlantic coast to Asilah, one of Morocco's most beautiful and underrated towns. Built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, Asilah's whitewashed medina is encircled by dramatic stone ramparts overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The town is renowned for its annual arts festival, which sees local and international muralists transform the medina walls into an open-air gallery — and many of the painted walls remain year-round, giving the narrow streets a wonderfully creative atmosphere. Stroll the rampart promenade at sunset for sweeping ocean views.

Overnight: Oasis d'Asilah or similar boutique hotel
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 3: Asilah – Cap Spartel – Tangier

After breakfast in Asilah, drive north to Cap Spartel, the dramatic rocky headland where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea — the northernmost tip of the African continent. Stand at the lighthouse and gaze across the Strait of Gibraltar to the mountains of southern Spain, just 15 kilometres away on a clear day. Visit the nearby Caves of Hercules, a spectacular sea cave sacred in Greco-Roman mythology, where the ocean has carved an opening in the shape of the African continent.

Continue to Tangier, Morocco's most cosmopolitan and international city — long a meeting point between Europe, Africa, and the Arab world. Explore the labyrinthine alleyways of the ancient medina, climb to the hilltop Kasbah for panoramic views over the Strait of Gibraltar, and discover the legendary American Legation Museum, the oldest US diplomatic property in the world. Tangier has a rich bohemian literary history — it was home to Paul Bowles, William Burroughs, and the entire Beat Generation circle — and its vibrant café culture, art galleries, and seafront promenade reflect a city comfortable in its unique, cosmopolitan identity.

Overnight: La Maison de Tanger or similar boutique hotel
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 4: Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen

Depart Tangier and drive east along the Mediterranean coast to Tetouan, the gateway to the Rif Mountains and a UNESCO World Heritage medina with a pronounced Andalusian character. Tetouan's old city was built largely by Moorish refugees expelled from Spain in 1492, and its narrow whitewashed streets, ornate doorways, and artisanal workshops reflect a cultural heritage quite different from other Moroccan medinas. Explore the medina and the Royal Artisan School before continuing south.

The road climbs into the Rif Mountains through increasingly dramatic scenery — terraced hillsides, pine forests, and sweeping views over the Mediterranean — before descending into the valley of Chefchaouen. The Blue Pearl of Morocco needs no introduction: its impossibly photogenic blue-washed medina is one of the most Instagrammed destinations in the world, but the city rewards slow exploration. Walk the winding blue alleyways at dusk when the light is golden and the day-trippers have gone, savour a mint tea in the central plaza, and explore the 15th-century kasbah gardens.

Overnight: Dar Echchaouen or similar boutique riad
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 5: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Fes

After a final morning in Chefchaouen — perhaps climbing to the Spanish mosque viewpoint for a panoramic dawn photograph of the blue city — depart south through the Rif Mountains. Stop en route at Volubilis, the remarkably well-preserved ruins of a Roman city founded in the 3rd century BC and inhabited until the 11th century AD. Its dramatic hilltop setting and intact floor mosaics depicting mythological scenes make it one of the most atmospheric ancient sites in Africa. Arrive back in Fes by late afternoon, completing a magnificent 5-day circuit of northern Morocco.

Meals: Breakfast included

What's Included

• Private comfortable vehicle with professional multilingual driver
• All vehicle and fuel costs
• 4 nights in boutique riads/hotels (Rabat, Asilah, Tangier, Chefchaouen)
• Breakfasts and dinners as noted
• Flexible itinerary and photo stops
• Return drop-off in Fes

What's Not Included

• International or domestic flights
• Lunches and drinks
• Entrance fees to monuments and museums
• Personal expenses and tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is this a private tour?

A: Yes. This is a fully private 5-day tour from Fes. You travel exclusively with your group, with your own professional driver, at your own pace throughout all five days.

Q2: Is Tangier safe for LGBTQ+ travellers?

A: Tangier is Morocco's most cosmopolitan and internationally-minded city, with a long history of welcoming visitors from around the world regardless of background. As with all Moroccan cities, we recommend discretion in public spaces and provide practical guidance before your departure.

Q3: Can this tour start or end in a different city?

A: Yes. We can arrange for the tour to begin in Casablanca, Marrakech, or another city. Contact us to discuss your specific routing requirements.

Q4: How much free time is included at each destination?

A: This tour is private and flexible — the pace is set by you and your driver. We provide suggested timings but can always slow down, linger longer, or skip a stop to focus on what interests you most.

Q5: What is included at the stops along the way?

A: Your driver will accompany you and provide context at each stop. For specific sites like Volubilis or the Chefchaouen medina, we can arrange a specialist local guide at an additional cost.

Why Book with LGBTQ Morocco Tours

Northern Morocco is one of the most diverse, fascinating, and rewarding regions of the country — and LGBTQ Morocco Tours is proud to offer it as a fully private, tailor-made experience. From the imperial grandeur of Meknes to the blue magic of Chefchaouen, every destination on this itinerary rewards unhurried exploration, and our private tour format ensures you have the time and freedom to do exactly that.

We work with carefully vetted accommodation partners and professional drivers who treat every guest with equal warmth and respect. Your privacy and comfort are always our priority, and we believe that every traveller deserves to explore Morocco's extraordinary north freely and joyfully.

We are proud to be a tour company where everyone is welcome, and we look forward to sharing northern Morocco with you.