Luxury Private Day trip from Tangier To Asilah
Description
Discover the charm of Asilah on a VIP day trip from Tangier. Enjoy a scenic drive in a comfortable, modern vehicle, exploring the town’s whitewashed streets, vibrant murals, and historic ramparts. Visit the picturesque Medina, relax by the Atlantic coast, and experience Asilah’s artistic and cultural heritage. This exclusive tour offers personalized service, rich history, and stunning seaside views—perfect for a relaxing yet enriching getaway.
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Itinerary
The oldest part of Asilah. Its hidden corners and maze-like streets twist and turn in a winding web that is clean and well-cared for; tourists never fail to be captivated by its white buildings, many decorated by artists from around the world. The walls around the town were built on the orders of Alfonso V of Portugal in the 15th century and have three main gates that lead into the medina: Bab Homar or the Old Gate, Bab el Kasbah (opposite the Muslim cemetery) and Bab el Bahar or the Sea Gate, next to the square Portuguese tower that presides over the city.
An emblematic defensive tower on the walls of Asilah, which were built in the 15th century. It’s located in Place Ibn Khaldun to the right of the Grand Mosque. This is a lively area of the city and a great place to stop at a terrace to enjoy a relaxing cup of tea or fruit juice.
The only cemetery in the medina is small in size but its tombs, with multicoloured ceramics, have all the magic of the Arabic and Muslim world and look towards Mecca. The Mausoleum of Sidi Ahmed al-Mansur is located in this cemetery; Sidi Ahmed al-Mansur was the sultan who reconquered Asilah after the famous “battle of the three kings”.
Asilah is home to numerous Moroccan artisans who sell their skilfully crafted goods in the souk in the medina. Watching first-hand as they make their valuable creations is an amazing experience and they’re proud to share their knowledge with travellers who visit their stalls and workshops.
Sampling delicious Moroccan food at a traditional restaurant in Asilah is a must and there are many wonderful dishes that it would a crime to miss. Below is a selection of restaurants with great menus to enjoy.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all travellers from any point in Tangier and surroundings. For pick ups from Tangier ferry port or Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport expect agencyu representative holding a sign with your name.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
The tour was perfect. Apart from the magnificent places visited, a particular appreciation goes to the guide. His Italian was impeccable and his knowledge of places and their history out of the ordinary. Very kind in his availability in recommending things to see independently in Tangier.
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This was a wonderful way to spend a day in Morocco! Our driver and tour guide, Maurad, picked us up at our hotel promptly. He was very friendly and spoke pretty good English. When we arrived at our destination, he treated us with a delicious cup of Moroccan tea with mint. We toured the walled city and it was a beautiful place to see. Several shops to visit too. Maurad bought us two magnets as souvenirs. The art work on the interior walls are beautiful and also the doors to residences and hotels within the walled city were beautiful. For lunch, we took his advice and ate at a Spanish restaurant, Casa Garcia. He explained that you must be careful where you eat because of cleanliness and of course the water. Afterwards he drove us to the beach so that we could walk and look for shells and sea glass. It was very important to Maurad that we enjoyed everything and he went above and beyond to help us in any way. He also was our “photographer” and took many photos of us. I highly recommend this trip. I must also say that if you are looking for many destinations in one day, this would not be for you. For us, walking through the mazes of this old walled town was perfect.
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