Welcome to Asilah
The tortilla, paella and rioja (Spanish wine) served in most of Asilah's restaurants are reminders that this compact town was Spanish territory for a long time. Today, it's an easy introduction to Morocco, offering a good selection of budget and midrange accommodation and an extremely pretty medina to explore. There are also plenty of clean swimming and surf beaches close by.
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Full-Day Tangier and Asilah
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Medina of Tangier, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will visit the old town MedinaDuration: 3 hoursStop At: Medina of Tangier, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will visit the kasbahDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Parc Perdicaris, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will stop by perdicaris parcDuration: 15 minutesStop At: Cap Spartel, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will stop by cap spartelDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Cap Spartel, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will stop by cap spartelDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Tangier Beach, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionOptional stop for camel rideDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Hercules Cave, Tangier, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will visit Hercules cavesDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Asilah Medina, Asilah, Tangier-Tetouan RegionWe will visit the old town Medina of AsilahDuration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Asilah Guided Day Tour from Tangier
A quick 45 kilometers away is Asilah, one of Morrocco’s oldest cities. And on this private day trip, you will experience that rich history. Discover the ramparts, built by the Portuguese in the last 15th and early 16th centuries. Climb to the top for a picturesque view of the Atlantic Ocean. Trek over to the Portuguese-built El-Kamra tower, the tallest building in the town. Learn about the sordid past of the looming tower that was once part of the ancient defense structure, and home to a prominent Riffian bandit back in the 19th and 20th centuries when Asilah served as a base for pirates.Take a break from history to appreciate Asilah as a current active cultural center. The tourist-oriented Summer Arts Festival runs during the warmer months. Whereas nearby San Bathrolome, a church built by Franciscan priests from Northwest Spain, is a nice place to visit year round.Leave your hotel around 10 am when your driver and guide pick you up and see all these places, and still be back before dinner, around 5 pm.
Tangier and Assilah in 8 hours
• Explore two of Morocco most fascinating cities in the north of the kingdom. • Begin in Tangier where you will be welcomed by your private guide for a privately guided tour to discover two of the oldest cities in Morocco, Tangier and Asilah. Tangier the ancient diplomatic capital of Morocco, now the summer capital for vacations which is also the door of Africa and a cross road to Europe (only 15 km far from Spain).Asilah with its fishing port and fascinating old medina that was named by the Romans Zilis. • Come with your family for a day visit (8 hours), to visit the two cities and to meet the Berbers, Arabs and Andalucían population, the medieval fortifications, the Sultan's Palaces, the Souks (Markets), beaches and forests on both sides, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic ocean.
Marrakech Express 07 Days Tour
Day 01: Spain – Tangier – ChefchaouenEarly morning departure from Tarifa port, your driver guide will meet you at the terminal in Tangier he will be holding a card with your name, transfer to Chefchaouen the jowl of the Rif Mountains, after Check in the hotel we will start our city tour. Overnight in Chefchaouen.Day 02:Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes - FesAfter breakfast, we will set out in the morning to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. you will spend the morning exploring the 2000-year-old ruins and getting a picture of life during the Roman Empire. Lunch will be taken in Moulay Idris, After lunch, you will visit Meknes. Overnight in FesDay 03: FesAfter breakfast we will begin our guided tour of the Fes medina, one of the worlds largest walled in cities. The whole day will be devoted to an extensive visit of Fes, a city which dates back to the 9th century. you will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, A visit to the King s Palace, the old Mellah Jewish quarter, Attarine and Bou Inania Medersas, the Nejjarine fountain, the Karaouine & the Andalous mosques . overnight in FesDay 04: Fes – MarrakeshAfter an early breakfast, departure for Marrakesh. The beautiful drive will take us up into the Middle Atlas Mountains and along the base of the High Atlas Mountains . Overnight in Marrakesh.Day 05: MarrakeshAfter breakfast, you will have a guided tour of Marrakesh, the southern pearl of Morocco. you will enjoy this full day sightseeing of Marrakesh. In the morning, visit the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian tombs and the Bahia Palace . In the late afternoon, discover the labyrinth of souks with their numerous tiny shops bustling with activity, and Djemaa el Fna square with its medieval open-air entertainment, return to your hotel . On the evening we’ll go back to the Djemaa el-Fna, the center square of the medina. The famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the center attractions of Marrakesh. overnight in Marrakesh.Day 06: Marrakesh – Casablanca – RabatAfter breakfast departure to Casablanca, the city tour of Casablanca include Hassan II mosque, Cornich, Mohamed V square and continuation to Rabat, guided tour of Rabat which will take you to Kasbah of Oudayas, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the Royal Palace. Overnight in Rabat.Day 07: Rabat – Asilah – TangierAfter breakfast departure to Tangier, first stop will be Asilah, The medina of Asilah has restored streets bordered by white houses with green and blue shutters, making it a visual delight. After a walking tour of the Kasbah we will have time for lunch. Continuation to Tangier along the Atlantic coast. upon arrival to Tangier we’ll visit the caves of Hercules, Cap Spartel, the kasbah, Tangier’s Medina and new town. overnight in Tangier. Tranfser to Tangier port END OF THE TOUR
Night Train Ticket: Tangier To Marrakech
We provide you with night train's ticket from Tangier to Marrakech. There are one night train on this route have a selection of normal cars with seats, and air-conditioned sleeper cars with beds. The train stops in Asilah, Sidi Kacem, Kenitra, Salé, Rabat City, Rabat Agdal, Casablanca, Oasis, Settat and Marrakesh. The train from Tangier departs at 21:00 or 00:00 depend on the saison, and arrives in Marrakech at 7:25am.There's no Single and double cabins, all cabins are shared , while berths share a communal bathroom at the end of the carriage. food ans drinks is available for purchase from a mobile refreshment cart.You can also pack your own food and drink - a good idea if you have specific dietary requirements.
Full Day trip Tangier to Rabat
Pick up from Tangier port or your Hotel in Tangier, , we will head towards Rabat. On route, we will stop in Asilah for short tour, This laid-back, artists’ town is dominated by pristine whitewashed houses and a lively cultural life. The medina of Asilah has restored streets bordered by white houses with green and blue shutters, making it a visual delight. After a walking tour of the Kasbah . Continuation to Rabat. upon arrival to Rabat we'll start our guided tours of Rabat which will take us to the Kasbah of the Oudayas, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, Chellah ruins and the Royal Palace , The medina. Free time for lunch and departure to Tangier.