Portimao, Algarve Countryside by 4WD

Please note: This tour is not recommended for wheelchair guests or those with mobility or walking limitations. This special small group shore excursion is limited to only 4 people per Land Rover.

           

Portimao, Beyond Ordinary: Algarve Premium Race Tour

Portimao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car with driver & English speaking guide

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the sites most interesting to you in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your own unique tour. 
 
Please note: Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). The number of vehicles is limited, so reserve as early as possible. The price shown is the total for the vehicle so only one person will need to reserve it. The price includes vehicle, driver, and personal guide to take you to the sites of your choice.  It does not include entrance fees to any particular sites.
 

Portimao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van with driver & English speaking guide

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the sites most interesting to you in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your own unique tour. 
 
Please note: Capacity: 2 - 6 guests. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person). The number of vehicles is limited, so reserve as early as possible. The price shown is the total for the vehicle so only one person will need to reserve it. The price includes vehicle, driver, and personal guide to take you to the sites of your choice.  It does not include entrance fees to any particular sites.
 
 

Portimao, Concierge Collection: Winemakers Experience & Bottle Blending Workshop

Portimao, Scenic Western Algarve

Your route will take you west along the coast, past fine golden sands, turquoise waters, ochre cliffs and rocks sculpted into fantastic shapes. Before heading inland to Portimão, you will see a busy deep-water fishing port on river Arade, where brightly colored boats float in the bay.  Your first stop will be at Ponta da Piedade, perhaps one of the most extraordinary settings of the Algarve. Rocks carved by the wind and tides over thousands of years form caves and tunnels in an incredibly beautiful location. Continue to the  historical center of Lagos. Its sturdy medieval walls testify to its importance in the 15th century, when shipyards built the caravels. Reminders of the past can be seen around every corner, including the site of Europe’s first slave market and the Chapel of Saint Anthony.  Continue to the wild headland of Cape St Vincent, passing numerous small villages of white houses sporting decorative chimney pots. Sagres is the place where Prince Henry the Navigator built his School of Navigation and it was from here that his sailors set out to explore the world. The windblown Cape St Vincent, with its 200-foot-high cliffs facing the Atlantic, lies at the extreme southwest of Europe. Before returning to the yacht, you will have a photo stop at Baleeira Viewpoint where there are excellent views over the Algarve Coastal areas and its beaches.
 
Please note:  The pavement is cobblestoned and uneven at Cape St. Vincent so not recommended for those with mobility issues.  Lagos Municpal Museum is closed due to restoration work. Wear comfortable walking shoes; bring your camera; hat and sunscreen.

                        

Portimao, Wine Tasting & Charming Silves

Please note: This tour involves walking over some uneven and cobblestone ground, including steps. Flat comfortable walking shoes are recommended.  Passengers are advised to exercise caution at Silves Castle as not all areas have handrails. As coaches are no longer permitted in Silves, there will be a minibus shuttle service to take you up to the historical center. By Portuguese law participants must be over 18 years of age for wine tasting. On weekends and national holidays Silves Cathedral is closed, there will be an exterior visit only, alternatively there will be extra free time in Silves Centre.

           

Portimao, Alfanzina Grotto Trip

Please note: Guests should bring practical clothes and sun protection. This tour is not suitable for those with injuries or conditions, which may be affected by the bumpy ride. A degree of agility is required when boarding the Rigid Inflatable Boat. Pregnant women and children under 6 may not participate.  If you are prone to seasickness, please take the necessary precautions.  Prior to boarding, you will be given a safety briefing. The tour is subject to weather and sea conditions and may be cancelled on the morning of arrival in port. 

             

Casablanca, Casablanca Highlights & Hassan II Mosque

Please note: Hats and sunglasses should always be removed before you actually enter a mosque. Wear modest clothing. You will be given a bag to place your shoes at the entrance of the mosque, the bag with the shoes will remain with you at all times.

      
           

Casablanca, Imperial City of Rabat

Depart via motor coach from the pier for your 90-minute ride to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Your first stop will be outside the Royal Palace, then on to the must-see Mausoleum of Mohammed V & Hassan Tower, containing the tombs of the late Moroccan king and his two sons.  Your next stop will be to the Kasbah Oudaya Medina, Rabat’s old district, full of maze-like streets where you will get a good idea of what a traditional medina in Morocco is all about. Meander down the hill to the Andalusian Gardens for a cup of Moroccan tea as you overlook the river and the city of Sale before heading back to Casablanca.

                        
 

 

Casablanca, Magical Marrakech - Full Day

You will leave the port of Casablanca in your air-conditioned coach for the 3.5-hour trip to Marrakech; a comfort stop will be made on the road. On arrival in Marrakech, you’ll drive to the Medina where you will start your tour with an inside visit to the Majorelle Gardens.  Enjoy a short walk in what was home to the late Yves Saint Laurent and houses a collection of plants from all over the world. Depart from the garden in a horse-drawn carriage  Lunch will be served in a Moroccan restaurant in the heart of the Old Medina.. Then you’ll continue your tour to the holy site of Medersa Ben Youssef. The current structure of this Koranic school was built around 1570 and is the biggest Medersa (school) in the Maghreb.  Then on to the labyrinth of souks.  Souk Smarine is a maze of colors, home to a bewildering array of stalls and ateliers devoted to specific crafts. End up at the bustling Djemaa El Fna Square, a multitude of street artists and stalls of dried fruit or orange juice freshly pressed as you watch.  This is the beating heart of Marrakech, where fire eaters, mime artisits, snake charmers and street musicians are performing at every turn. You will enjoy a cup of Moroccan tea at a local venue before returning to Casablanca.
 
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat and local currency. This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems.
 
           

Casablanca, Casablanca Market & Cooking Demonstration

Learn the secrets to preparing a variety of Moroccan specialties during this memorable cooking demonstration and a local lunch at Umayya Restaurant. Depart the pier for a scenic stop at the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Africa with the world’s second tallest minaret at nearly 700 feet, for an outside visit. Next, stop at a bustling local market , home to a cavalcade of color, charm, a fish market, scenic handicrafts, and spices. At Umayya Restaurant, your arrival is greeted with traditional Moroccan mint tea, followed by an informative cooking demonstration. Learn the spices and methods used in the creation of a variety of Moroccan entrees, including cooking with a tagine, and desserts. Afterwards, a lunch consisting of the dishes you just learned about is served.

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes.

          

Cadiz, Highlights on Foot

Cádiz is the Iberian Peninsula’s oldest continuously inhabited city and lies on a narrow spit of land, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea.  Your guided stroll begins at Plaza de España, near the port. In common with most other Cádiz squares, the nearby Plaza de la Mina was formerly a large vegetable garden belonging to the San Francisco Convent.  You will pass the Museum, and stroll on to Calle Ancha (Wide Street), where you will see several handsome 19th century palaces. Nearby, San Juan de Dios Square is protected by seawalls and features a unique marble fountain. But perhaps the Town Hall is the building that best reflects the grace and style of the city. After a 40-minute visit to the interior of the impressive Cádiz Cathedral, you will walk back to the ship.

Cadiz, Flamenco Show & Tapas

This evening tour will depart from the port of Cádiz for a visit to the historical center of town and its bay. Your guide will point out the important monuments and landmarks along the way. Watch for the Mudejar-style tobacco factory (1741) which now serves as the Congress building, Santo Domingo Church, the old Royal Prison in Andalusian neo-classical style and the Roman Theatre which overlooks the city’s main cathedral. Before reaching the city center, you will also pass the ancient Phoenician port of La Caleta, the Botanical Gardens and the castle walls that once protected the town. Then it’s time to leave the motorcoach at Plaza de España and start your walking tour through the most typical streets of the city. You will see the Plaza de la Mina, once a monks’ vegetable patch, and the outside of the Cádiz Museum. On Calle Ancha, there are beautiful 19th-century palaces. Flamenco, a vibrant mixture of dance, song and guitar is the heart and soul of Andalucía. Like the province, flamenco has evolved alongside the contrasting historic influences of Arabic, Jewish and Gypsie cultures. The Gypsies arrived from India in 1450 and have continued to be pivotal to the development of flamenco. Today, throughout the world there is a demand for a modern, youthful, ""flamenco fusion"" a blend of flamenco and world music. Obviously, there are differences of opinion between the traditional (cante jondo) purists and the performers of modern flamenco. End up the tour enjoying the most typical Spanish dance together with a drink.
 
Please note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there are uneven surfaces, cobblestones and steps.

           
 

 

Cadiz, A Day in Seville with Lunch

Please note:  Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as participants must walk approximately 1½ - 2 miles over both even and cobblestone surfaces. Up to 25 steps must be negotiated. The actual order of attractions visited may vary. Flash photography is not permitted in the Cathedral. Camera and video fees are applicable for the upper floors of Pilatos House and the Cathedral.  Conservative dress (no shorts or bare shoulders), is required inside the Cathedral. 

          

Cadiz, Seville on Your Own

The tour to Seville will help you discover one of the most beautiful cities in Spain on your own.  Seville has the third largest cathedral of Christianhood, the Reales Alcazares de Sevilla. Seville's cathedral occupies the site of a great mosque in the late 12th century. Later, Christian architects added the extra dimension of height. Its central nave rises to an awesome 138 feet (42 meters) and even the side chapels seem tall enough to contain an ordinary church. The total area covers  124,000 square feet (11,520 square meters) and it is the largest church in the world. See the the Capilla Mayor, dominated by a vast Gothic retablo comprised of 45 carved scenes from the life of Christ. Also, take a walking visit around the Santa Cruz Quarter, the old Jewish area of the city.  This is the first barrio (area or neighborhood) tourists head for, and with good reason. It is the most picturesque and delightful part of the city, with narrow winding cobbled streets and whitewashed houses, where you can sit outside a bar, enjoy some tapas and watch the world go by, or wander through centuries-old gardens and relax on beautiful tiled benches. The area is bordered by Calles Mateas Gago, Santa Maria La Blanca/San José, the Jardines de Murillo and the Alcázar. The covered passageway heading off the Patio de Banderas (part of the Alcázar) called the Judería is worth visiting; enter the Patio from here and you'll get an unforgettable view of the cathedral.  Return to your dropoff spot to go back to the yacht.
 
Please note: This tour does not include lunch or entrance fees. Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
 
           

Cadiz, Mon Chéri, Sherry!

Cadiz, White Villages & Countryside

You will start with a panoramic drive of the city of Cádiz where the guide will point out the most important monuments and attractions of the city.  You will then proceed to the beautiful village of Vejer de la Frontera. Vejer is one of the most picturesque spots in the south of Spain.  It was declared Historic and Artistic Collection in 1976. Its walled enclosure features four gates (The arches of La Segur, Sancho IV, La Villa and Puerta Cerrada) and two towers ( Mayorazgo and La Corredera or Castrillone). Outside the primitive walled enclosure lies the Plaza de España, built in the 16^th century, which, initially, held the bullfighting events organized by the nobles and knights of Vejer. For religious architecture, have a look at the Church of the Divine Saviour, constructed on the remains of a previous mosque, whose minaret is yet preserved. The styles go from the Mudejar and Gothic of the headboard, to Renaissance and Barroque. Some free time will be given to check the souvenirs shops or sit in any bar or cafe. Boarding the bus again, you will take the scenic “Atlantic Route," with its stunning countryside, passing by the Natural Park La Breña, a proctected pine tree forest with cliffs of up to 328 feet (100 meters). From the bus  you will see Trafalgar Cape with its lighthouse, that marks the place where the Trafalgar Battle took place in 1805, when the France-Spaniard troops fought against the English.
 
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your sunglasses.
 

 

Cadiz, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car *

Please note:  Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private car, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 8 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.  Prices are based on short driving distances within the region of the port. Additional fuel charges may apply based on the requested destination.

            

Cadiz, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van *

Please note:  Capacity: 3 - 6 guests. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private van, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 8 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests. Prices are based on short driving distances within the region of the port. Additional fuel charges may apply based on the requested destination.

             

Cadiz, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car *

Please note:  Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private car, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 4 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests. Prices are based on short driving distances within the region of the port. Additional fuel charges may apply based on the requested destination.

             

Cadiz, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van

Cadiz, Highlights on Foot

Cádiz is the Iberian Peninsula’s oldest continuously inhabited city and lies on a narrow spit of land, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea.  Your guided stroll begins at Plaza de España, near the port. In common with most other Cádiz squares, the nearby Plaza de la Mina was formerly a large vegetable garden belonging to the San Francisco Convent.  You will pass the Museum, and stroll on to Calle Ancha (Wide Street), where you will see several handsome 19th century palaces. Nearby, San Juan de Dios Square is protected by seawalls and features a unique marble fountain. But perhaps the Town Hall is the building that best reflects the grace and style of the city. After a 40-minute visit to the interior of the impressive Cádiz Cathedral, you will walk back to the ship.

Cadiz, Jerez & Sherry Cellars

Cadiz & Flamenco

Please note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there are uneven surfaces, cobblestones and steps. Conservative dress (no shorts or bare shoulders), is required inside the Cathedral.

            

Tangier, Tangier on Foot

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible nor suitable for guests with mobility issues. 

            

Tangier, Tantalizing Tangier & Tetouan

Disembark the ship and depart by air-conditioned coach for a drive to St Andrew's Church. The Lord's Prayer is inscribed in Arabic around the chancel arch, which is built on land given to the government of the Queen of Great Britain - Queen Victoria - by the Sultan Moulay Hassan I in 1883. A century earlier Morocco had been the first country in the world to recognize the independence of the United States of America. Your guide will lead you into one of Tangier's most colorful and bustling areas, the Grand Socco (Souk). It is the center of things and the link between the medina and the new city.  From here your guide will lead you to the American Legation Museum, which documents the history of the relationship between the United States and Morocco. Among several displays, there is a letter from George Washington to Moulay Abdellah. You will then drive to Tetouan, and upon arrival, enjoy a typical Moroccan lunch in a beautiful Riad in the Old Medina of Tetouan. After lunch you will tour the old Royal Palace, a 17th century building closed to public entry but its main ornate gate Bab Er-Rouah can give you a mental idea of what is beyond. Hassan II Square is situated where the historic and modern parts of the city converge to create the heart of the town. Join a guided walk through the Medina which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have the opportunity to visit the Bab Akla School of Traditional Arts and Crafts. Tetouan’s famous School of Plastic Arts, the first of its kind in Morocco, has produced some of Morocco’s best painters over the past half century. The city stands out for the beauty of these traditional arts including embroidery, cuisine, zullayj or mosaics, and carved and painted wooden objects. The scholars of the school are all children that come from disadvantaged backgrounds and the skills learned give them a new opportunity for success in their future. Your entrance fees go directly to maintaining this wonderful initiative. Time permitting, you will have some time at leisure for shopping before returning to the ship.

 

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible nor suitable for guests with mobility issues.  Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat,  and local currency.

            

 

 

Tangier, Tetouan UNESCO World Heritage

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is wheelchair accessible.

          

Tangier, The Best of Chaouen

Gibraltar: City Under Seige

Please note: The Barbary Apes are wild animals. Please do not attempt to touch or feed them and hang on to your possessions.  This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Animal sightings are not guaranteed.

            

Gibraltar: Gibraltar Highlights

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Guests with walking difficulties can take this tour. At St. Michael’s Cave they can exit and enter through the cave entrance rather than take the 75 steps to exit.The Rock Apes are wild animals. Please do not attempt to touch or feed them and hang on to your possessions. Animal sightings are not guaranteed.

           

Gibraltar: Gibraltar Walking Tour Upper Rock

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.The Barbary Apes are wild animals. Please do not attempt to touch or feed them and hang on to your possessions.  Animal sightings are not guaranteed.

          

Gibraltar, Luxury Yacht Experience

Enjoy the Mediterranean in style! This personalized charter is perfect when you are looking for some quality time and tranquility at sea. You will be welcomed aboard with a glass of bubbly to begin your perfect day at sea. After cruising the bay with ample opportunities to capture breathtaking pictures of the rock, you will have time to anchor briefly near the coastal beaches and enjoy a variety of food specially prepared for you on board. Your food options include a choice of either an Indian style mezze platter, Spanish style tapas, or finger sandwiches with fruit and crudites. While at sea, enjoy a few glasses of local Spanish white or rose wine or choose from a variety of fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, and still or sparkling water. Lounge on one of the sunbeds, or enjoy playing in the sea with a variety of water toys. Once back on board, rinse off on the bathing platform with a fresh water shower. Feel free to use one of their Muse beach towels which can be purchased for a souvenir to remember your charter. Photo and drone packages are also available (weather permitting!)
 
Please note:  Bring your bathing suit, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, a hat and shoes appropriate for boating.  This experience is non-refundable within  72 hours of excursion.
 

 

Gibraltar, Sunset Luxury Yacht Experience

Romance on the Med! Watch the sunset with one of the most iconic views in the Mediterranean, the Rock of Gibraltar. This evening will be a perfect mixture of romance and relaxation. The crew will ensure that from the moment you board Muse, for your personalized charter, you will have no more cares in the world. Break open the bubbly as you cruise on the fly deck watching the world sail on by with 360 degree views. With some of the most magnificent sunsets in the world, what better way to end a day in Gibraltar than with technicolor skies.The Bay of Gibraltar is ample with sea life and may even put on a show for you, as evenings are often their most active times! Have your camera ready for the abundant marine life that likes to call Gibraltar home. Besides sipping on bubbly and Spanish wines the crew will set out a variety of finger sandwiches made for you fresh as the day slips away. After, cuddle up on one of the luxurious sunbeds as you breathe in the salt air. On this charter there will be something for everyone! With surround-sound music, a knowledgeable, attentive crew, and beautiful panoramic 360 degree view of the Med from the fly deck...all you have to say is, “Yes!”
 
Please note:  Bring your bathing suit, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, a hat and shoes appropriate for boating. This experience is non-refundable within 72 hours of the excursion.