Private car transfer from Chefchaouen to Tangier

Once you’re back on the road, the N2 highway will redirect you to Tangier. As the coast becomes closer, the surroundings will become more lush and tropical. Before you know it, you’ll reach Tangier, where the Mediterranean and Atlantic collide.

Ancient Tangier

The Carthaginians began their rule in the 5th century BCE and built Tangier up as a significant trading post. Later, under Roman control, Tangier prospered as the capital of the province of Mauretania Tingitana but declined after the fall of the Roman Empire.

In the 8th century, Tangier became a launching point for the Islamic conquest of Spain under the Umayyad Caliphate. Over the centuries, it experienced multiple changes in control under the Idrisids, Almoravids, Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

In 1923, the neutral Tangier International Zone was created to appease the multiple foreign interests who wanted a foothold in Morocco: France, Spain, Britain, and the US. Moroccans eventually gained independence in 1956, after which Tangier was reintegrated into Morocco.

Tangier Today

Tangier, “The Bride of the North,” remains the largest city on Morocco’s northern coast. Its historical influences aren’t just remnants of the past displayed in its architecture and art. Listen carefully while you walk the streets, and you’ll hear Berber, French, Moroccan Arabic, some Spanish, and even English. True to its roots as a port city, local cuisine incorporates flavors and techniques from all over the world.

Tangier is the third-largest city in Morocco and has about one million inhabitants. It is still an under-rated vacation destination but is growing in popularity for its short distance from Europe, great beaches, and overwhelming display of colors, textures, smells, and sounds.

Avoid photographing people up close without permission, and when taking snapshots on the streets, avoid any government or military buildings. It is possible that a security guard or the police will ask you to delete photos of an area they deem sensitive or ask to review your photos. If approached by someone, calmly apologize and delete the pictures they do not like. They will understand you are from abroad and are not usually looking to escalate the situation.

Have small bills on you in cash

Morocco is a cash country. It is important to not only have cash, but to have the right type of cash, especially when you are in between cities and may not have an ATM close by. Carry enough money for the day in small bills so you can pay the exact amount or easily make change at shops and restaurants.

This trip can be done in two hours without stops. Our fleet of vehicles is insured and can accommodate children’s car seats, pets, and the disabled.

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Buses from Chefchaouen to Tangier

In order to reach Tangier by bus, book through CTM. Their direct buses depart three times per day from Cherchaouen between 1:15 PM and 6:15 PM. Tickets cost $4 to $10 per person before adding the additional cost of luggage. The ride should take three hours.

When you arrive in Tangier, it is important to note that the CTM bus station is a 15-minute drive from the city center. Taxis are readily available to transport passengers as they arrive from the buses, but you will need to have cash and rely on your negotiation skills to get the best price. To avoid an unexpected “tour” of the city with a much longer ride time (and, therefore, a higher price), confirm the cost of your taxi before getting in the car.

The Kasbah Museum

Located within the Kasbah, this museum showcases a wide range of artifacts from Morocco's history, including pottery, textiles, and ancient manuscripts. The museum is set in a former palace complete with courtyards and marble fountains.

Medina markets

Bazaars, souks, markets- no matter what you call them, they are all over Morocco! Flex your bargaining muscle and learn the art of negotiation in Tangier’s Medina markets. Haggling is an uncomfortable practice in many countries, but in Morocco, it’s tradition! Never pay full price, and remember to have fun shopping for local jewelry, carved boxes, spices, baked goods, and shawls.

Moshe Nahon Synagogue

Before mass migration to Israel in the 1940s, Morocco had the largest Jewish population in the Arab world. Today only about 2,000 Moroccans identify as Jewish, but their historical impact on Tangier is still visible. This unassuming synagogue tucked away off of *Rue Synagogues *is ornately decorated on the inside and well-worth the short detour for a visit.

Tangier American Legation Museum

Visit the only U.S. national historical landmark located in a foreign country! The Kingdom of Morocco was the first nation to recognize American independence in 1777, and the Tangier American Legation building was a gift from the Sultan to the young country. Come learn about US-Moroccan diplomatic relations through the centuries in this sprawling mansion.

Go to Spain for the day

Tangier has a smaller port than Tanger Med, but you can still take a ferry a short distance across the Strait of Gibraltar to Tarifa, Spain. Ferries arrive and depart frequently, and the ride takes 1 hour, so why not mark another country off of your bucket list?