Tangier Day Trip from Tarifa

On this excursion to Tangier, we'll take a ferry from Tarifa, Spain to uncover a captivating city in north Morocco. Experience both Europe and Africa in one day!

Description

At the designated time, we will meet at the port of Tarifa and sail on a ferry to the port of Tangier in 50 minutes. Upon arrival, we will commence a guided tour of the modern city.

Our first stop will be Cape Espartel, where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. Next, we will visit the Grottoes of Hercules, a site with historical significance as believed by the ancient Greeks.

Participants will have free time for photos or an optional short camel ride. We will then proceed to the Kasbah, the highest part of the Medina of Tangier, to view the Sultan's Palace and take in views of the Strait of Gibraltar.

We will explore the Medina, passing through the Mendoubia gardens, the vegetable market, and the Tangier Synagogue, where we will appreciate its architectural blend of Jewish and Moroccan styles and learn about the local Jewish community's history.

Nearby, we will enjoy a typical Moroccan lunch featuring harira soup, beef kebabs, couscous, green tea, and pastries, accompanied by live traditional music.

After lunch, you will have about 40 minutes for shopping. We will then reconvene for the return journey, concluding the day with a total of 9 hours of activities.