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Colorful mural on a whitewashed wall in the medina of Asilah Private

Asilah Day Trip from Tangier: Murals, Ramparts, Lixus and Larache

Art-filled Asilah, the ruins of ancient Lixus and the colonial charm of Larache. An easy private day down the Atlantic coast from Tangier.

  • 1 day
  • Tangier
  • Private
  • From US$ 107 (€95) per person

Overview

This Asilah day trip from Tangier follows the Atlantic coast south to three places that most tours skip. Asilah is a small whitewashed town inside Portuguese ramparts, where artists paint new murals on the medina walls every summer. Lixus is one of the oldest archaeological sites in Morocco, with Phoenician and Roman remains on a hill above the river Loukkos. And Larache is a relaxed port with a Spanish-era square and a lively market.

It is a gentle day with short drives, around 45 minutes from Tangier to Asilah and about the same again to Larache. Your English-speaking driver adjusts the timing so you can enjoy a long seafood lunch by the ocean.

It works well for travelers who already know Chefchaouen, or who want a calm day after the busy streets of Tangier. If you want to see Tangier itself first, the Tangier day tour is the perfect companion.

Highlights

  • Asilah's whitewashed medina and colorful murals
  • Portuguese ramparts facing the Atlantic
  • Lixus, ancient Phoenician and Roman ruins
  • Larache's Spanish-era square and seaside promenade
  • Fresh seafood lunch on the coast
  • Short, relaxed drives

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 Tangier – Asilah – Lixus – Larache – Tangier

    Morning: Pickup in Tangier and a drive of about 45 minutes to Asilah. Walk through the medina, where white walls are decorated with murals painted during the town's summer arts festival, and along the Portuguese ramparts to the bastion overlooking the ocean.

    Midday: Continue south to the ruins of Lixus, on a hill above the river. See the remains of temples, a small amphitheater and old fish-salting basins, with wide views over the valley. Lunch by the sea in Larache, where fish is the specialty.

    Afternoon: Stroll Larache's circular Spanish-era square, its market and the cliffside promenade before driving back to Tangier, arriving in the late afternoon.

    Overnight: — (day trip) Meals: Not included

Prices

Price per person by group size
TravelersStandard
1 traveler US$ 214 (€190)
2 travelers US$ 107 (€95)
3 travelers US$ 72 (€64)
4 travelers US$ 54 (€48)
5 travelers US$ 43 (€38)
6 travelers US$ 36 (€32)
7 travelers US$ 32 (€28)
8 travelers US$ 54 (€48)

Prices in euros per person. The amount in your currency is an estimate; payment is processed in USD. Some peak-season dates carry a supplement; you will see it when you pick a date.

Included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver
  • Pickup and drop-off at your Tangier hotel
  • All stops shown in the itinerary
  • Bottled water in the vehicle

Not included

  • Entrance fee to Lixus
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Local guides (available on request)
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance

Good to know for your Asilah day trip from Tangier

Pickup: around 9:00 a.m.; return around 5:00 p.m. Pace: easy, with short walks; Lixus has uneven ground, so wear sturdy shoes. What to bring: sun hat and sunscreen (there is little shade at Lixus), a light jacket for the ocean wind and cash for lunch and the entrance fee.

Who it suits: history lovers, photographers, families and travelers who want a quieter side of Morocco. In summer, the murals are at their freshest.

What our travelers say

Highly recommended!

We had an amazing 4-day overland trip from Fes to Marrakech with Morocco Excursions, and I can’t recommend this company highly enough — especially our guide and driver, Hassan. From the moment he picked us up, we felt completely safe and taken care of. Hassan is a fantastic driver — something we appreciated even more after meeting other t…

Spencer R

Moroccan journey

My family and I planned our own 10-day itinerary in Morocco. We hired a car with a driver to travel with us and enjoy everything Morocco has to offer. Salem, our driver, was a great person: kind, always available, and not just our driver — he suggested things to do, places to see and where to stay, and explained his traditions and culture…

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Viaje marroquí

Mi familia y yo organizamos nuestro propio itinerario durante 10 días en Marruecos. Alquilamos un coche con conductor para acompañarnos en el camino y disfrutar de todo lo que Marruecos tiene para ofrecer. Salem, nuestro conductor, era una gran persona: amable, siempre a disposición, y no solo era nuestro conductor, sino que fue capaz de sugerirnos cosas que hacer, lugares para ver y dónde dormir, y de explicarnos su tradición y cultura. El vehículo era espacioso y cómodo, y la ruta fue genial. Realmente recomiendo esta agencia para viajar por Marruecos de la manera más fácil posible.

Luca B

Amazing trip in Morocco

We are 4 of us joining a 6-day private tour with our driver Hassan from Morocco Excursions, exploring from Marrakesh, desert, Fez, Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen and Tangier. Hassan is our super driver, he is professional, smart, patient and full of fun. He was on time and took us to wherever we liked to explore and he provided us good su…

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Frequently asked questions

When are the murals painted in Asilah?

Most murals are created during Asilah's cultural festival, usually held in summer. They change from year to year, so each visit is a little different. As of October 2026, dates for next year have not been announced.

Is Lixus worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you enjoy history. It is one of the oldest settlements in Morocco, linked to Phoenician traders and later to Rome, and it is usually very quiet.

Can we swim on this tour?

In summer, yes. There are beaches near Asilah and Larache. Bring your swimsuit and tell your driver, and he will plan a beach stop.

Can we finish in Asilah and stay the night?

Yes. Many travelers fall in love with Asilah and stay over. We can drop you there instead of returning to Tangier.

Any questions about this tour?

Send us a message, no commitment: we reply personally, usually within 24 hours. We can also adapt the route to your dates.

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