*TOP SELLER*Tangier: Shore Excursion Cap Spartel & Hercules Caves
Description
The Tangier shore excursion to Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves is a popular half-day or full-day trip offering a blend of natural beauty, history, and local culture. This excursion typically begins with a scenic drive or guided tour from Tangier to Cape Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea. The site features dramatic cliffs and the historic Cape Spartel Lighthouse, providing panoramic views of the Strait of Gibraltar.
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The Caves of Hercules is an archaeological and natural cave complex located at Cape Spartel, Morocco, about 14 kilometers west of Tangier. The caves have a rich blend of mythology, history, and natural beauty. They are famous for a sea-facing opening shaped like the African continent, often called "The Map of Africa," believed to have been created by the Phoenicians. According to Greek mythology, Hercules rested in these caves before performing his eleventh labor: retrieving golden apples from the Garden of the Hesperides said to be nearby.
Cape Spartel (or Cap Spartel) is a prominent headland located about 12 to 14 kilometers west of Tangier, Morocco. It stands approximately 300 meters (about 1,000 feet) above sea level, making it the northwesternmost point of the African continent. Positioned at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, it marks the symbolic meeting point where the waters of the Atlantic Ocean converge with those of the Mediterranean Sea.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note Entrance to Blarney Castle and Gardens is Included within our shore excursion price!
- Please note the Meeting location to Meet your guide, Pat, will be at the “ Annie Moore “ statue just outside the front gates of the Cruise terminal. He will be displaying a sign showing 'YOUR SHORE TIME'
- If your ship is porting at RINGASKIDDY, you can join this tour as our coach also departs from this port, it is just a short ride from Cobh.
