Overview of This Day Trip from Spain
The easiest Morocco day trip from Spain is Tangier: take the ferry from Tarifa, about an hour across the Strait of Gibraltar, and your private driver meets you at the port in the center of Tangier. You see the kasbah and the medina, Cape Spartel where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and the Caves of Hercules, and you are back on the ferry in the late afternoon.
From Malaga, Seville or Gibraltar, get to Tarifa first: about 2 hours by road from Malaga, 2 h 30 from Seville and 45 minutes from Gibraltar. The fast ferry from Tarifa lands at the Tanger Ville port, a short walk from the medina, which makes a day trip easy. Ferries from Algeciras land at Tanger Med, about 45 km out of town, and suit longer trips better.
- The ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar
- The kasbah and the medina of Tangier
- Cape Spartel, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean
- The Caves of Hercules
- Mint tea at Café Hafa, over the Strait
Your Day in Tangier, Hour by Hour
Times are Moroccan time and depend on your ferry. We confirm the plan with your quote.
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9:00 am
Arrival at Tangier port
Your driver meets you as you come out of the ferry terminal. Passport formalities for Morocco are usually done on board during the crossing.
- Stops
- Tanger Ville port
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9:30 am
The kasbah and the medina
Walk up to the kasbah for the view over the port and the Strait, then down through the medina and the Petit Socco to the Grand Socco.
- Stops
- Kasbah, Petit Socco, Grand Socco
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12:00 pm
Lunch
Fish and seafood, or a classic tagine, in the medina or the new town.
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1:30 pm
Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules
About 30 min driving · 15 kmDrive west along the coast to the lighthouse at Cape Spartel, then down to the Caves of Hercules, whose opening to the sea is shaped like a map of Africa. Camels wait on the beach nearby for a short ride.
- Stops
- Cape Spartel, Caves of Hercules
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3:30 pm
Café Hafa and back to the port
About 30 min drivingMint tea at Café Hafa, on the cliffs over the Strait since 1921, then your driver takes you back to the port for your ferry.
- Stops
- Café Hafa
Route Map: Tangier and Cape Spartel
Tangier faces Spain across the Strait of Gibraltar; Cape Spartel is 15 km west of the city.
What’s Included in This Day Trip from Spain
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver in Tangier
- Meeting at the Tangier ferry port and drop-off for your return
- Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Ferry tickets
- Entrance fee at the Caves of Hercules
- Camel ride (optional)
- Lunch and drinks
- Tips
Day Trip from Spain Prices
Our day trips cost from about $40 per person, for groups of up to 6. The car and driver are yours alone, so the price for this trip depends on two things:
- Group sizeThe vehicle and driver cost the same whatever the size of your party, so the more of you travel, the less each person pays.
- ExtrasLocal guides and activities are added only if you want them, and priced in your quote.
Customize This Day Trip
Add Asilah on the Atlantic coast, stay a night and continue to Chefchaouen, or turn it into our 5-day tour from Tangier. Tell us your ferry times.
Customize This Day Trip
Your driver/guide
A professional, English-speaking driver/guide who knows the road from Tangier, in an air-conditioned car or minivan for your group. Other languages are available on request.
Meet our drivers and guidesDay Trip from Spain FAQ
Can you do a day trip from Spain to Morocco?
Yes. From Tarifa the ferry to Tangier takes about an hour, so you can have 6 to 7 hours in Morocco and be back in Spain the same evening.
Can we do a Morocco day trip from Malaga or Seville?
Yes, but the day starts early: about 2 hours from Malaga or 2 h 30 from Seville to Tarifa, before the ferry. Sleeping in Tarifa the night before makes it much easier.
Do US citizens need a visa for Morocco?
No. US, Canadian, UK and EU citizens can visit Morocco for up to 90 days without a visa. Bring your passport.
What time is it in Morocco compared with Spain?
Morocco is usually on the same time as Spain in winter and one hour behind in summer. During Ramadan, Morocco moves its clocks back one more hour. Ferry times are always in local time.
Is the ferry included?
No. Ferry tickets are bought separately, online or at the port in Tarifa. Tell us your crossing times and we meet you off the boat.
How much does the day trip from Spain cost?
Our day trips start from about $40 per person for groups of up to 6. The car and driver are yours alone, so the price per person depends on your group size, not counting the ferry. We reply with an exact price within 24 hours; a 30% deposit confirms your booking.
