Best Tangier and Tetouan Day Trip
Top-Rated Tangier and Tetouan Day Trip
Why should you book the Tangier and Tetouan Day Trip?
The popular Tangier and Tetouan day trip from Gibraltar, Sevilla, Malaga, Tarifa…etc is carefully designed to allow you to meet the real Moroccan hospitality on its own terms opening wide gates of discovery and opening up.
Tangier & Tetouan are the largest cities in the north of Morocco but still shrouded in mystery as most visitors mistakenly dismiss the available opportunity to experience an intact culture.
Tangier served as the international zone from 1920th to 1950th being ruled by European Powers; however, Tetouan was the official capital of Spain in Morocco when it was under the Spanish Protectorate; as a result, one can be captivated by this remarkable blend of cultures echoing the horizons. By the end of the day, you will get a close glimpse of the history & cultural aspects of both cities…
Highlights
What to expect from the Tangier and Tetouan Day Trip?
- Meet & greet upon arrival at the port of Tangier
- Explore Tangier & Tetouan through the eyes of an experienced English speaking tour guide
- Explore the Kasbah & the Medina of Tangier
- Meander around the alleyways of Tetouan’s Ancient Medina
- Visit Cape Spartel & Hercules Caves
- Discover the well-preserved & UNESCO Heritage World Site of Tetouan
Detailed Itinerary
Meet and greet at the port of Tangier
The Tangier and Tetouan day trip from Gibraltar, Marbella, Malaga, Seville, Tarifa…etc remains one of the most popular day trips to Morocco from Spain and is carefully designed to enable you to experience what the mysterious cities of Tangier and Tetouan have to offer.
The most recommended way to get to Tangier from Spain is by fast ferry from Tarifa Port as the journey takes around 45 minutes. Upon arrival at the dock of Tangier, you will notice your private tour guide holding a sign with your name on it.
You will initially explore the Ville Nouvelle “New Town”, which was primarily built by International Powers that ruled the city from 1920th to 1950th and this fact is noticeable to this day with districts being named after countries that had offices in the area such French, Belgium, Spanish, Dutch…Districts. Drive through the area where richest Moroccans & foreigners live with its fancy villas, mansions & palaces.
Your guided tour of Tangier will take you to the Cap Spartel where it is believed at this exact point both the Atlantic & Mediterranean Seas converge. The lighthouse that still serves the ships & boats crossing the Strait of Gibraltar functions in a traditional way since 1864. Enjoy a nice mint tea along with the stunning views. After that, you may want to experience the camel ride by the sandy beach before making a visit to the pre-historic Hercules Caves.
Guided Walking Tour of the Kasbah & Medina
The second part of our guided tour of Tangier will take us to the dramatic Kasbah (small fortress) that is perched uphill overlooking the Medina, Gibraltar, Spain & the Atlantic Ocean.
Meander around the small lanes with its white buildings that have been turned into Hotel Riads or private residences. Visit the Kasbah Museum that served as a royal residence during the reign of Moulay Ismail in the 17th century and the current museums beautifully display a wide selection of antiques, crafts, jewelry, pottery that reveal the ancient and rich history of the northern part of Morocco.
Continue your walk, following the instructions of your private tour guide, down using hundreds of steps to the vibrant Medina that has been the hub for cultural & commercial activities. The Souks (markets) are organized into sections based on the products on sales such as vegetables, fish, spices, crafts, clothes and much more.
Explore the UNESCO Listed Heritage World Medina of Tetouan
Our day trip to Tangier & Tetouan from Gibraltar will take us now to Tetouan through the speedy road. You will spend your time exploring this magical city that has been called “Little Jerusalem” or “Daughter of Granada”.
The Medina (Old Town) is somehow the smallest compared to other Moroccan old towns but has been almost untouched since its foundation apart from few buildings that were saved by the UNESCO. Tetouan was expanded by the Jewish & Moorish Aristocrats who were expelled from Andalusia during the Reconquista, a fact that can be seen from the interior of some of its buildings with its wrought iron grills, stucco work, woodcarvings, Zelij tiles and much more.
Wander around the narrow lanes of the ancient and learn about the history behind the foundation of the Medina. Visit the Souks before we drive back to Tangier where we will assist you at the port for your departure.
By the end of the day, the Tangier and Tetouan day trip should have brought the rich history, culture & lifestyle of the northern part of Morocco alive to you. Please note we do also offer short trips from Tangier in case you have more time to explore Asilah, Chefchaouen or even the Imperial Cities of Morocco.
Included
- Meet & greet at the port of Tangier, hotel, or anywhere in the city of Tangier.
- A local and professional tour guide.
- Unique experiences
- Local taxes.
Not Included
- Tips when appropriate
- Admission fees to sites and places of interest
- Extras
Optional
- Round trip ferry tickets
- Lunch
- Transportation
- Camel ride experience
- Extra time
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Prices
| Passengers | 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3-5 Pax | 6-10 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate Per Person | €185 | €95 | €75 | €55 |
Important Information
- The Tangier and Tetouan day trip is not suitable for wheelchair users as the Medina of Tangier (old town) has lots of steps.
- We invite you to take a look at the full-day trip to Tangier from Tarifa, Spain, day trip to Morocco from Spain, or the Tangier food tour.
- Please note that once you submit your booking form, we will subsequently send you through the confirmation file displaying further travel tips on how to get to Tangier by ferry from Tarifa along with your round trip ferry tickets (if you opt for purchasing your tickets through us).
- Please note that your private tour guide will be waiting for you at the Tangier Ville port’s terminal holding a signboard with your name on it. In case you can’t find your guide, you might get approached by other fellow tour guides, as a result, please try to avoid them and immediately reach out to us at +212 666-941294 and we will effectively remedy any issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Morocco is the closest point to the African continent from Spain and Europe. The distance between Tangier (in the north of Morocco) and Tarifa (in the south of Spain) is around 15 kms (9.32 miles).
Normally, it takes around an hour including the customs.
Since the foundation of Tangier Excursions LLC back in 2015, our commitment to offering, quality services while allowing our dear customers experience Tangier and Morocco intimately, has been always the same. We provide private and shared tour of Tangier without sacrificing the delivery of quality services..
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