Tangier Private Full-Day Tour: Medina, Coast & Camel Ride

Nine hours, five major sites, and a camel ride on the beach

A private 9-hour tour of Tangier departing from the cruise terminal with an official local guide, covering Park Perdicaris, Cap Spartel, the Caves of Hercules, the Kasbah, and the Medina. You ride a camel on Achakar Beach for 15 minutes, explore 15th-century walls and narrow streets, browse artisanal shops and bustling markets, and return to the terminal with lunch and entry fees included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Tangier's landmarks and Medina

• Pickup at Port de Tanger Ville
• Visit Park Perdicaris viewpoints
• Visit Cap Spartel meeting point of seas
• Explore Caves of Hercules
• Enjoy 15-minute camel ride on Achakar Beach
• Drive to Kasbah and explore narrow streets
• Lunch at local luxury restaurant
• Explore Medina markets and souks
• Shopping time in Medina
• Drop off at cruise terminal

The experience

You're picked up at Port de Tanger Ville Cruise Terminal and travel in a private vehicle with a guide who speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one additional language. The route opens with Park Perdicaris scenic viewpoints, then moves to Cap Spartel where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. From there you reach the Caves of Hercules, a mythical site carved into the cliffs, before heading to Achakar Beach for a 15-minute camel ride. The drive back to the Kasbah takes about 15 minutes.

The Kasbah's narrow streets reveal 15th-century walls and Moorish architecture that once drew artists like Delacroix and Matisse. After lunch at a local restaurant, you explore the Medina's old town with its bustling markets, artisanal shops, and lively squares. The tour gives you time to browse the souks where craftsmen make traditional items and to see the layers of local, Jewish and Christian heritage woven through the streets. You return to the cruise terminal at the end of the 9 hours.

The private format means no waiting for other groups and no fixed schedule beyond the return time to your ship. Your guide can adjust the pace at each stop and answer questions specific to your interests. Lunch, entry to the Kasbah and the Caves, and parking are all covered. You arrange drinks separately.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a vehicle.
• an official local guide.
• entry to the Kasbah and the Caves of Hercules.
• a 15-minute camel ride on Achakar Beach.
• lunch at a local restaurant.
• and parking fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mohamed Private Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're docking at Port de Tanger Ville and need to return within 9 hours: the private vehicle and guaranteed terminal return sync with cruise schedules, while your guide's multilingual explanations work in your preferred language.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6).

What is the Caves of Hercules and why is it on this tour?

The Caves of Hercules are a mythical site carved into the cliffs near Cap Spartel, one of the most recognizable landmarks in Tangier. The cave opens onto the beach and is named after the Greek hero. The tour includes entry and time to walk inside.

How much time do I spend in the Medina, and what can I do there?

After lunch, you explore the Medina's old town with its bustling markets, artisanal shops and lively squares. The guide leads you through the narrow streets and gives you time to browse the souks where craftsmen create traditional items, so you can shop or simply watch the daily life of the neighborhood.

What happens if my cruise ship arrives late or I need to return early?

The tour is customizable, so you can discuss timing with your guide at pickup. The return to the cruise terminal is guaranteed to get you back in time for your ship's departure. Your guide coordinates the schedule around your specific needs.

Does the tour include time to shop in the Medina, or is it mostly walking and looking?

Yes, the Medina portion includes time for shopping. You walk through the artisanal shops and souks with your guide, who can explain what craftsmen are making, and you have the chance to buy if something interests you.