The Best Day Trips from Tangier
Tangier is Morocco's gateway for travellers arriving from Spain, and an ideal base for exploring the north: the blue city of Chefchaouen, Cap Spartel where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, the small artists' town of Asilah and the Andalusian medina of Tetouan. Here are the most-booked trips, with real prices, durations and reviews.
The most-booked trip from Tangier is the day trip to Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif (about 2.5 to 3 hours' drive each way, from €35 to €43 with a guide). Right next to the city, the half-day at Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves, often with a sunset camel ride on the beach, takes 3 hours from €28. Asilah, an artists' town of white walls and murals, is 45 minutes away, and Tetouan, whose medina is UNESCO-listed, about an hour away. Keen walkers can combine Chefchaouen and the Akchour waterfalls in one long day (from €67). Tangier is also linked to Rabat and Casablanca by the Al Boraq high-speed train, making it a good starting point for a trip across the whole country.
The 10 Best Day Trips Compared
| Trip | Drive | Duration | From | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chefchaouen with a local guide | 2.5-3h | 9.5-10h | €43 | 4.8/5 | 3,717 |
| Cap Spartel, Hercules Caves and camel ride | 20-30 min | 3h | €28 | 4.6/5 | 1,468 |
| Shared day trip to Chefchaouen | 2.5-3h | 9h | €37 | 4.8/5 | 900 |
| Sunset, tea, camel ride and Hercules Caves | 20-30 min | 3h | €30 | 4.9/5 | 813 |
| Chefchaouen and the Akchour waterfalls | 3h | 11.5h | €67 | 4.7/5 | 505 |
| Asilah, Cap Spartel and camel ride | 45 min | 5h | €50 | 4.5/5 | 405 |
| Chefchaouen, return transport | 2.5-3h | 9h | €35 | 4.8/5 | 304 |
| Half-day guided tour of Tangier | In town | 4h | €36 | 4.4/5 | 144 |
| Private walking tour of the medina | In town | 3h | €39 | 4.5/5 | 137 |
| Tetouan and its UNESCO-listed medina | 1h | 5.5h | €33 | 4.7/5 | 37 |
Prices per person, taken from the partner listings; they may vary by date and group size.
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Trip by Trip
Chefchaouen, the Blue City
The star of northern Morocco, about 2.5 to 3 hours from Tangier through the Rif mountains. A day gives you time to wander the blue alleys, walk up to the Spanish Mosque and have lunch on Outa el-Hammam square. See the Chefchaouen day trip from Tangier and things to do in Chefchaouen.
Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves
About twenty minutes from the centre, Cap Spartel marks where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, and the Hercules Caves open onto the ocean through an opening shaped like a map of Africa. Sunset packages add a camel ride on the beach. See Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves.
Asilah, the Artists' Town
Forty-five minutes south, Asilah charms with its Portuguese ramparts, white houses and murals. Trips often combine it with Cap Spartel. See Asilah.
Tetouan, the Andalusian Medina
About an hour east, Tetouan has a white UNESCO-listed medina with a strong Andalusian heritage, far less touristy than those of Fes or Marrakech. See things to do in Tetouan.
Chefchaouen and the Akchour Waterfalls
For walkers, the combined day adds a hike to the waterfalls and God's Bridge in Talassemtane National Park to the blue alleys. A long but spectacular day. See the Akchour waterfalls.
Continuing by Train
The Al Boraq high-speed train links Tangier to Rabat and then Casablanca in a few hours: handy for pairing the north with the imperial cities. See trains in Morocco.
Which Day Trip Is Right for You?
Guided Tour or Rental Car?
Guided tours are practical for Chefchaouen, whose mountain road is winding. For Asilah, Tetouan and Cap Spartel, a rental car lets you string several stops together at your own pace.
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In Short
For day trips from Tangier:
- Half a day → Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves, or a medina tour.
- A full day → Chefchaouen, Asilah or Tetouan.
- A long active day → Chefchaouen and the Akchour waterfalls.
To plan the rest of your stay: things to do in Tangier, where to stay in Tangier and the best hotels in Tangier.
