Things to do in

Asilah

Embark on a private cultural-day trip to Tangier, Tetouan, or Asilah. Choose which of these famous Moroccan cities to visit and enjoy a pickup and drop-off service from your accommodation in from Málaga, Marbella, Torremolinos, Benalmadena, or Fuengirola. Begin your tour with a trip to the ferry ports at Tarifa or Algeciras. Take the express ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar on your transfer to one of three chosen locations in Morroco.  Tangier: Begin a walking tour of a small colorful souk, seeing the dried fruits, vegetables, and spice markets. Discover the jewelers’ street and receive a full explanation of Moroccan wedding rituals before seeing the rich architecture of the Medina (Old Town) and the Kasbah (old fortress). Visit Cap Spartel, the impressive Palace of the Sultan, the Necropolis, and the caves of Hercules where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea mix waters. Stop at an Atlantic dune to take pictures before enjoying a coastal camel-ride.  Tetouan: Take a sightseeing tour through the old and modern towns. Explore a teeming souk where you can let your senses lead you on a feast of sights and sounds and do some shopping. Continue through to the Jewish quarter and Spanish quarters where highlights include Rivera Square and Spain Square. Be enthralled by the tales of this marvelous town's history as told by your guide.  Asilah: Drive to Asilah from Tangier and discover its splendor for yourself. Take a stroll through the narrow streets of the walled medina and regale, taking in the evidence of the former Portuguese occupation of the city. Marvel at the colorful murals adorning the medina walls and explore Moroccan craft shops on its streets. Purchase a unique souvenir from your visit, before returning to Malaga.

Experience the rich history of Asilah, one of Morrocco's oldest cities, just 45 km away from Tangier. Choose between a day trip from Tangier (by private transfer) or a day trip (with ferry crossing). Start the tour with pickup at 10 AM from your hotel in Tangier. Meet your private guide and set off in an air-conditioned van, traveling South towards Asilah. When you arrive, take a walk through the narrow streets of the walled medina and learn about the history of the city. Admire the sweeping sea and coastal views as you stroll along the city's paradise beach and city ramparts.  Take a break from history to appreciate Asilah as a contemporary cultural center. The tourist-oriented Summer Arts Festival runs during the warmer months. Whereas nearby San Bathrolome, a church built by Franciscan priests from Northwest Spain, is a nice place to visit year-round. Finally, return to Tangier by around 5 PM where your tour concludes.

This tour is a combination of sightseeing and culture. Visit both Cape Spartel and Hercules Caves, take in panoramic views of the city, and head up to the white jewel of the north. Discover the medina, the casbah, and Morocco's beautiful beaches.  After a pickup from the airport, port, or your hotel in Tangier, begin the tour by 9:00 AM. The day will be devoted to discovering the beautiful Tangier and Asilah. Upon arrival in Asilah, embark on a walking tour to discover the Old Medina, medieval ramparts, and the workshops of craftsmen. Experience the life of the locals and begin to understand the history, culture, and lifestyles of the area. Pick up insights throughout the day from your English-, Spanish-, French-, and Arabic-speaking guide. Head back to Tangier to see the Grand Socco, Mendoubia Park, and the market. Enjoy 2 hours of free time in the old medina of Tangier. Continue on to see the Jewish Quarter and Synagogue, the American legation, and the Jewish Graveyard, before ending in the Petit Socco by 5:00 or 6:00 PM.

Travel safely from door to door with this pre-booked private transfer between Tangier and Asilah. First, meet your multilingual driver who will be waiting for you at a confirmed time and will assist you with your luggage. Then, sit back, relax, and trust that you will be driven safely to your desired destination for an affordable fixed price. Enjoy the journey in a clean, new, comfortable minivan or 4x4 car with a professional driver. Make use of the WiFi onboard and refreshing air conditioning. Get dropped off at your accommodation or desire location in Asilah.

See the best that Tangier and Asilah have to offer on a full-day tour that combines history and the present-day. Start the tour at the port or any other place of your choice. For the first 1.5 hours, you will take a panoramic tour through different areas of the new Tangier, showing you the various sections of different communities that lived in the city during the international administration (1923-1956). Next, drive through residential sections with their hundreds of luxurious residences and palaces, and end up at Spartel Cape, a meeting point of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. You will continue to the Caves of Hercules for a visit. Then drive along the Atlantic Coast for 45 minutes to get to the beautiful fishing town of Asilah, where you will enjoy an hour-long walking tour in the ancient casbah built by the Portuguese in the 15th century. You will have some free time at the end and continue back to Tangier and visit the market place, its souks, and the medina, ending with a mint tea in Socco Chico Square. Walk back to the minibus or van and drive back to the port or to the hotel, where your tour ends.

Meet your guide and driver at the pier and start your drive along the magnificent Atlantic coast, past sandy beaches and fishermen villages. Upon arrival in Asilah, you will notice Roman, Portuguese and Spanish influences from the town's architecture. The laid-back town of Asilah is well-known in Morocco for its many artists, whitewashed houses and cultural life. You will visit the Raisoul Palace and an early 20th-century building still used as a palace. From here you will proceed to the Medina, famous for its 15th-century Portuguese ramparts and whitewashed houses with blue and green shutters, forming a delightful seaside walk. Visit the Souks before heading to a local restaurant where you can taste one of the seafood specialties that Asilah is known for. After some free time to walk on the beach, you will drive back to Tangier, where your Asilah shore excursion will end at the pier.

Meet your driver at your desired pickup location in either Tangier or Asilah. Travel by a modern, comfortable car to your destination. If you require pickup from the airport, your driver will be waiting in the exit hall holding a sign with your name on it. Your driver will actively monitor your flight arrival, in case of delay. Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour journey between both cities. Provide the address where you wish to be dropped off in either city and arrive securely. Your destinations in Tangier or Asilah can be any address in the city or either airport.