Tangier Shore Excursion: Cap Spartel & Hercules Caves Tour

See where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean without leaving your seat

This panoramic shore excursion from Tangier port takes cruise passengers through the city's main sights (Cap Spartel, the Hercules Caves, Perdicaris Park and the Kasbah) by minivan with a bilingual guide. The tour runs three to four hours and returns you to the ship on time, with entrance fees to the caves included and almost no walking involved.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each3 stops

1. Cape Spartel30m
2. Caves of Hercules30m
3. Tangier Kasbah1h

Panoramic city tour of Tangier

• Stop at Perdicaris park
• Visit Cap Spartel viewpoint
• Explore Hercules caves
• Tour the Kasbah

The experience

The tour picks you up at Tangier port and moves through the city by air-conditioned minivan, stopping at Perdicaris Park before heading to Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea meet at a visible line on the water. From there you drive to the Hercules Caves, where entrance is included and you walk through the chambers to see the natural opening shaped like a map of Africa. The Kasbah comes next (the old medina quarter with its palace and walls) before the driver returns you to the ship with time to spare before departure.

A bilingual guide (English or Spanish) travels with the group and explains Tangier's history and culture at each stop. The minivan is comfortable and climate-controlled, and bottled water is provided throughout. Because the tour is built around photo stops and short walks rather than steep streets or crowded souks, it suits cruise passengers with limited mobility, seniors, or anyone who wants to see the main sights without the pace and effort of a walking tour. The schedule is locked to your ship's timetable, so there's no risk of missing departure.

What’s included

• Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
• expert bilingual guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water.
• entrance fees to the Hercules Caves.
• pickup and drop-off at Tangier Port.
• WiFi on board the vehicle.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private shore excursionGuide in English or Spanish · 8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00This private option offers transportation reserved exclusively for your group, with a private guide accompanying you for the entire tour.

Shared shore excursionGuide in English or Spanish · 10:00The shared option provides transport together with a small group and a bilingual driver. The schedule is fixed, with set stops. A budget-friendly choice.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 3h–4h, runs every day, 8 start times, from US$ 88 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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 effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by JTT Morocco

Is this one for you?Choose the private option if your group wants the minivan to yourselves and the flexibility to linger at any stop. The shared version works well for solo travelers or couples who don't mind company and prefer a lower per-person cost.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What exactly is Cap Spartel and why do people stop there?

Cap Spartel is the northwesternmost point of Africa, where the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea converge visibly. The tour stops there for photos and views of this geographical meeting point, which is one of Tangier's most recognizable landmarks.

Do I have to walk inside the Hercules Caves, or can I stay in the vehicle?

The Hercules Caves require a walk through the chambers to see the natural opening and the interior formations. The entrance fee is included in your tour price, and the walk is manageable for most visitors, though the caves do involve some uneven ground.

How long does the tour actually take from pickup to drop-off?

The tour runs three to four hours total, including pickup at the port, all stops, and return to your ship. The timing is coordinated with cruise schedules to ensure you're back well before departure.

Is this tour the same whether I book it private or shared?

Both options follow the same route and stops with a bilingual guide. The private excursion is just your group in the minivan, while the shared version includes other cruise passengers. Either way, you visit Cap Spartel, the Hercules Caves, Perdicaris Park and the Kasbah.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to pay for separately?

The tour includes transport by minivan, the bilingual guide, bottled water, entrance to the Hercules Caves, and pickup and drop-off at the port. Gratuities for the guide are not included and are left to your discretion.