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Travel InformationTangier Cruises, Morocco
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An extravagant tapestry of ancient mosques, colourful souks and friendly faces, Tangier is a magical slice of Morocco. Once the preferred party playground of the rich and famous, it's still one of North Africa's most vibrant cities.
• The Caves of Hercules are named after the Greek god. Legend has it, he rested here before attempting his 12 labours – almost-impossible tasks imposed on him as punishment for killing his son.
• Inhale the scents of the orange, almond and pomegranate trees that surround Tetouan. This city was built by Muslim refugees from Spain, and its architecture is Moorish with a Hispanic twist.
• Rediscover your creative side as you wander around Asilah. It’s known as ‘the artists’ town’, because every summer painters, drawers and performers flock here for an annual festival and cover the whitewashed walls with bright murals.
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Tangier City Tour
Arranged like an amphitheatre on the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier’s a bustling port on one of the world’s most important waterways. Known as the White City, the first thing you’ll notice about the place is the jumble of white houses that huddle around the port - that and the skyline of Christian spires and Muslim minarets which hint to its fascinating past. This trip kicks off with a drive to visit the Kasbah's Museum. An exotic mix, highlighting Morocco’s history, art and antiquities discovered in Roman sites. Your next stop is the lighthouse at Cap Spartel on the extreme north promontory of Africa. On a clear day, you can see the extraordinary meeting point of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Then it’s time to head back to Tangier for a visit to the Kasbah, the fortified citadel within the old town. You’ll also see Mendoubia park, the vibrant fruit and vegetable market and the city’s throbbing heart, the Grand Socco, a huge marketplace that echoes with the shouts of haggling merchants. Of course, no visit would be complete without a trip to the medina, a labyrinth of tiny streets crammed with shops at the petit socco.
Tetouan
The city of Tetouan is set in the dramatic greenery of the Rif Mountains and the colour-drenched Martil Valley. Here, a belt of orchards, planted with orange, almond, pomegranate and cypress trees, is studded with dazzling white houses. Locals affectionately call their city ‘The Daughter of Granada’ as the architecture here’s heavily dominated by the Hispanic influence. It’s hardly surprising – the city was built by Muslim refugees from Spain in the 15th-century, and expanded by the Spanish government in the 20th-century. Arriving here, your day begins at the main city gate, Bab el Okla. From here, it’s up to the quaint medina, one of the most fascinating in Morocco. Carry on to the Souk el Hots, with its traditional fabric shops, and stop at the Place de l’Usàa, for a look at the impressive buildings. Finally, you’ll view the outside of the King Palace, a great example of Hispano-Moresque architecture, before it’s time to head back to the ship.
Tangier Bike Tour
For a different way of exploring a port of call, try one of our bike tours. This way, you can really get to know a destination and see the places that bus tours can't reach. You'll be led around by a guide, who'll give you the lowdown on all the sights.