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Historic Tangiers
*Unless you have arranged with us for your Ferry Tickets. You must inform us at the time you book this tour of your Ferry’s arrival and departure details. You may arrive from Algeciras Spain or Gibraltar. Be aware that from Gibraltar, on Friday, the ferry leaves at 5 PM , which may give you a good incentive to board from Algeciras instead. The drive is about 20 minutes from Gibraltar to Algeciras.
This tour is about 3-4 hours in duration. Tangiers, used to be the Gateway to Africa for the Iberian Peninsula traders and travelers. The tour begins with a scenic drive through the modern city along the main street where the locals gather in the famous cafes. Cross Place de France, the residential section and travel the mountain road past the Cliffs of Hercules to Cap Spartel. Arrive at Cap Spartel, the north-western most point of the African continent, where the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean converge. Depart Cap Spartel for Hercules Cave along the Atlantic route. Arrive at Hercules Cave. Tour the caves which have been continuously inhabited since Neolithic era. Depart Hercules Cave passing a Saudi Arabian estate, Roman ruins and beautiful countryside. Arrive at the Kasbah, the fortressed portion of the city. At this, the highest point of the city, you will have a beautiful view of the Strait of Gibraltar. See snake charmers and Barbara Hutton’s home. Visit the Kasbah Museum, which reflects the history and archaeology of the area. Stop at a restaurant for a Morrocan-style lunch with Moroccan folklore, belly dancers and Andalusian musicians. Your typical Moroccan lunch starts with: Moroccan salad or Moroccan soup, Shish Kebab, chicken couscous and mint tea with Moroccan cake. Depart the kasbah and begin a descent through the medina. Proceed through the Spanish section of Tangiers to return to the International port/pier. Board ferry back to Gibraltar.
Rate is $150 USD. Tour includes guided sightseeing including all entrance fees as listed. Transportation by air conditioned motor-coaches. All local taxes. Pre-set lunch menu.
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