About this tour
A 12–13 hour cross-strait excursion combining Spanish pick-up from the Costa del Sol with a private-guided day in Tangier. You'll cross by ferry, explore the medina and souk, ride a camel along Atlantic dunes at Cape Spartel, and sit down to Moroccan breakfast and lunch. The itinerary finishes at the Continental Hotel with tea overlooking period tilework and city views. Departs Málaga, Marbella, Estepona and other Costa del Sol towns; returns same day.
Highlights
- Ferry crossing with views of Tangier's colonial architecture and seafront
- Cape Spartel: Atlantic–Mediterranean convergence with optional camel trek
- Medina and kasbah on foot with expert local historian
- Souk browsing: dried fruits, spices, textiles and handicrafts
- Moroccan breakfast and three-course lunch included
- Continental Hotel: mint tea amid Art Deco interiors and Moroccan detail
- Private van throughout Morocco; shared or private Spanish transfers available
What to expect
You'll meet your driver in a Costa del Sol town before dawn and transfer to Tarifa or Málaga port. The ferry takes roughly an hour; bring seasickness tablets if prone. In Tangier, a historian collects you and navigates the medina's narrow lanes at a deliberate pace—wear comfortable shoes and expect crowds, especially mid-morning. The camel ride on Cape Spartel's dunes lasts 15–20 minutes and can be skipped. Lunch is set-menu Moroccan (couscous, tagine, salad); vegetarian options exist but request ahead. The souk walk is leisurely; vendors will engage you politely but without aggression. Tea at the Continental is seated and unhurried. Return ferry departs late afternoon.
Good to know
Bring original passport and check visa requirements (some nationalities need electronic Moroccan visas). If you hold a Schengen visa, confirm you have sufficient entries to re-enter Spain. Ferry delays or cancellations due to weather can add 2–3 hours; the operator will arrange alternative ports and cover meals. Wear sunscreen and a hat; the dunes are exposed. No luggage storage on ferry.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.