Seville: TANGIER (Morocco) Day Trip — Full Day with Ferry and Lunch
15-hour day trip to Tangier (Morocco) from Seville — the only INTERNATIONAL excursion from Seville. Fast ferry Tarifa-Tangier (crossing the Strait of Gibraltar), tour through the Medina, Caves of Hercules, Cape Spartel, Moroccan lunch included. Guide in 4 languages (ES/EN/FR/IT). PASSPORT MANDATORY. From €230.
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Practical details
- Duration
- 15 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- 🇲🇦 ONLY INTERNATIONAL excursion from Seville — cross to AFRICA in a day
- Fast ferry Tarifa → Tangier (crossing the Strait of Gibraltar in 1h)
- Panoramic tour through Tangier: **Cape Spartel** (entrance to the Strait) + **Caves of Hercules** (Greek mythology)
- Walking tour through the **MEDINA** (old town) — bazaar, narrow streets, Moroccan tea
- TRADITIONAL MOROCCAN LUNCH included
- Optional CAMEL ride (extra ~€10 on site)
- Local guide in **4 LANGUAGES: Spanish, English, French, Italian**
- **PASSPORT MANDATORY** (EU can enter without visa for tourism)
Our take
The **only INTERNATIONAL excursion from Seville** — you cross to Africa in 1 day. Tangier is on the other side of the Strait of Gibraltar (35 km from Tarifa) and is the only Moroccan city accessible in a day from Seville. The day is very long (15 hours) and you'll return exhausted but with a unique cultural experience. **Editorial honesty:** Tangier is NOT the best city in Morocco. Marrakech, Fez and Chefchaouen are more authentic and impactful. Tangier is touristic (especially the Medina, where prices are inflated for Europeans). But it's the REALISTIC option for Seville-based visitors with only 1 day available to experience Morocco. If you've never been to Africa and only have 1 day, it's worth it for cultural novelty. If you want to know Morocco in depth, organize a dedicated 5-7 day trip. **Key logistics:** **PASSPORT MANDATORY** (Spanish DNI does NOT work — frequent mistake). EU doesn't need visa. Departs very early (5:30-6 AM) and returns late (9-10 PM). Traditional Moroccan lunch included (tagine, couscous, mint tea). Optional camel ride €10 extra. **Who it's for:** Seville visitors with **2-3+ days** and a free day for a different experience, travellers who **have never been to Morocco** and want a first contact, **cultural adventurers** who enjoy the Spain-Morocco contrast, fans of mythology (Caves of Hercules) and geography (crossing the Strait of Gibraltar), speakers of the 4 languages (ES/EN/FR/IT). **Who it's NOT for:** anyone who doesn't have a passport (Spanish DNI doesn't work), those seeking comfort (15h is exhausting), strict wheelchair users (Medina not accessible), pregnant women in last trimester, visitors who have already been to Morocco (Tangier is touristic), those who prefer authentic imperial cities (Marrakech, Fez require specific 5+ day trip), families with babies (day too long).
What's included
- Round-trip transport Seville ↔ Tarifa (air-conditioned bus, ~3 hours)
- Round-trip fast ferry Tarifa ↔ Tangier (~1 hour each way)
- Food and traditional Moroccan lunch at local restaurant
- Local guide in Tangier (Spanish, English, French or Italian)
- City tour by minibus + walking tour through the Medina
- Visit to Cape Spartel + Caves of Hercules
- Hotel pickup available
Not included
- CAMEL ride (optional, ~€10 extra on site)
- Bazaar purchases (haggling: optional budget)
- Additional drinks outside of lunch
- Gratuities (optional but expected in Morocco)
- Visa (NOT necessary for EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia citizens — for other nationalities verify)
Good to know
What to bring
- 🛂 **PASSPORT MANDATORY** (Spanish DNI does NOT work — you need passport)
- Visa IF your nationality requires it (consult Moroccan embassy)
- Charged smartphone (mobile voucher)
- Comfortable shoes (cobbled streets Medina)
- Small cash in euros or dirhams for haggling or tips (~€30-50)
- Respectful attire (cover shoulders/knees — Morocco is a Muslim country)
- Sunscreen and hat/cap
- Extra water bottle
Not suitable for
- Visitors WITHOUT PASSPORT (Spanish DNI does NOT work)
- Anyone who can't tolerate extremely long days (15 hours)
- Anyone afraid to travel outside the EU
- Strict wheelchair users (Tangier Medina is not accessible)
- Pregnant women in last trimester (ferry + long buses)
Things to keep in mind
- 🛂 **MANDATORY full details when booking:** full name and passport number of ALL passengers (for ferry tickets)
- **NO VISA for EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia citizens** — for other nationalities verify with Moroccan embassy in your country
- **15-hour full day** — leave at dawn in Seville, return exhausted but with the feeling of having been in Africa in 1 day
- The operator does NOT offer information about visa — traveller's responsibility
- Morocco is NOT in the eurozone — use euros for small expenses (accepted in tourist areas) or exchange to dirhams (€1 ≈ 11 dh)
- **Haggling in the bazaar** is expected — start offering 30-40% of the initial price
- Moroccan tea (mint tea with lots of sugar) offered as courtesy in many places — accept it, it's part of the culture
- Book in advance — high demand in peak season
Meeting point
**3 pickup points in Seville:** Calle Trajano 6, Calle Rastro 12A, Calle Zaragoza 1. **Hotel pickup available** depending on option. Arrive 15 min early — the bus departs **very early** (typically 5:30-6 AM) to catch the morning ferry from Tarifa.
The 3 points are in central Seville. Departs VERY EARLY (5:30-6 AM) to arrive at Tarifa before the morning ferry. Seville → Tarifa: ~3 hours by bus (210 km). Fast ferry Tarifa → Tangier: ~1 hour crossing the Strait. Day in Tangier: ~6 hours. Return by ferry to Tarifa + bus to Seville. Estimated arrival in Seville 9-10 PM. TOTAL: 15 HOURS day.
The experience
What you'll see
The only INTERNATIONAL excursion from Seville — you cross to Africa in 1 day. 15-hour full day with bus + fast ferry + guided tour of Tangier.
- Seville → Tarifa by air-conditioned bus (~3 hours, departs 5:30-6 AM).
- Fast ferry Tarifa → Tangier crossing the Strait of Gibraltar (~1 hour).
- Cape Spartel: promontory at the entrance of the Strait with iconic lighthouse and Atlantic-Mediterranean views.
- Caves of Hercules: mythical place from Greek mythology — where the demi-god rested before his 11th labor. Spectacular views.
- Traditional Moroccan lunch included (tagine, couscous, mint tea).
- Walking tour through the MEDINA (old town): bazaar, narrow streets, kasbah, mosques.
- Optional camel ride (~€10 extra).
- Return: ferry + bus, arrival in Seville 9-10 PM.
How it works
Book your date providing full name and passport number of ALL passengers (mandatory for ferry tickets).
🛂 PASSPORT MANDATORY — Spanish DNI does NOT work. Verify your passport has at least 6 months validity.
Arrive 15 min early at pickup (3 central points Seville or hotel pickup). Bus departs VERY EARLY (5:30-6 AM).
Trip Seville → Tarifa by bus (~3 hours).
Fast ferry Tarifa → Tangier (~1 hour). You cross the Strait of Gibraltar.
Guided tour of Tangier (~6 hours): Cape Spartel + Caves of Hercules + lunch + Medina + optional camel.
Return: ferry + bus to Seville. Estimated arrival 9-10 PM.
Who I recommend it to
- Seville visitors with 2-3+ days and a free day for a different experience.
- Travellers who have never been to Morocco and want first contact.
- Cultural adventurers who enjoy the Spain-Morocco contrast.
- Fans of Greek mythology (Caves of Hercules) and geography (Strait of Gibraltar).
- Speakers of 4 languages (ES/EN/FR/IT).
Who I do NOT recommend it to
- Anyone WITHOUT a passport (Spanish DNI doesn't work).
- Those seeking comfort (15h is exhausting).
- Strict wheelchair users (Medina not accessible).
- Pregnant women in last trimester.
- Visitors who have already been to Morocco (Tangier is touristic).
- Those who prefer authentic imperial cities (Marrakech, Fez require 5+ day trip).
- Families with babies (day too long).
Accessibility
NOT marked as wheelchair accessible. The Tangier Medina has very narrow cobbled alleys with stairs. The ferry has a ramp but the interior tour is not adapted. People with reduced mobility who can walk can do part of the route, but the full day (15h with ferry, bus, extensive walking) is demanding. For adapted visits to Morocco, consider specific tours with private vehicle.
Cancellation policy
FREE cancellation up to 24 hours before — full refund. Within 24h: no refunds. If you arrive late to pickup and miss the bus/ferry, no refund. If Morocco closes borders or cancels ferries due to bad weather, contact the operator for alternative.
Frequently asked questions
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