Tangier Day Trip from Costa del Sol
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Experience Highlights
Cross the Strait of Gibraltar and discover northern Morocco on this full-day excursion to Tangier from Málaga and the Costa del Sol. You’ll travel by road to Tarifa and take a ferry, arriving in around an hour at a city characterised by a blend of cultures, aromas and traditions.
Once in Tangier, you’ll take a panoramic bus tour of sites such as the Governor’s Residence and the Moroccan King’s summer residence. You’ll also enjoy a guided walking tour of the Kasbah, the Medina and the souks, accompanied by a local guide.
The experience lasts around 12 hours and includes transfers, the ferry, a tour leader throughout the trip and a traditional Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant. You’ll also have free time to stroll around, buy handicrafts or continue exploring the Medina on your own.
- Travel from Spain to Morocco on a comprehensive day trip
- Explore the Kasbah, the Medina and the souks of Tangier with a local guide
- Enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch (included)
What’s included
- Full-day excursion to Tangier from the Costa del Sol
- Air-conditioned coach transport
- Return ferry ticket between Tarifa and Tangier
- Local guide in Tangier
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Step by Step
Experience a day straddling two continents with this excursion departing from Málaga and various points along the Costa del Sol. After being collected, you’ll travel by coach to Tarifa, where you’ll board the ferry crossing the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier.
On arrival, a local guide will accompany you on a panoramic tour to discover some of the city’s contrasts. You’ll pass by iconic landmarks such as the Governor’s Residence and the King of Morocco’s summer residence, whilst learning more about the history and multicultural character of Tangier.
The tour also includes a stop to see camels, where you’ll be able to get up close to these animals and take photographs. Afterwards, you’ll walk into the historic heart of the city to explore the Kasbah, the Medina and the souks, amongst spice stalls, craft workshops and bustling shopping streets.
During the walk, you’ll visit a Berber pharmacy, where you’ll discover some natural products, spices and traditional remedies used in Moroccan culture. Later, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving typical Moroccan dishes.
After lunch, you’ll have some free time to continue exploring the Medina, look for souvenirs or soak up the atmosphere of Tangier at your own pace. Finally, you’ll return to the port to catch the ferry back to Tarifa and continue by road to the agreed drop-off point.
Reviews
- SS.A memorable, if somewhat tiring, day. The mix of aromas and colours in the souk was incredible.
- RR.Perfect for those who want to see something totally different from the Costa del Sol.
- CC.I was pleasantly surprised by the trip. Tangier is a city with a lot of life and culture.
- AA.The organisation was good and the guide very professional. Good way to see Tangier in one day.