Essaouira Full-Day Guided Trip from Marrakech

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Take a day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech to discover one the the hidden gems of the Atlantic coast. Essaouira, or Mogogdor is famous for its Medina fortification and fishing port. The artsy and hippy atmosphere of Essaouira, the cool weather all year long and the easy 2 hours and 30 minutes drive from Marrakech. This is the perfect opportunity to get away from the city rush, and enjoy the cooler climate of the coastal town of Essaouira. This trip includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located hotels in Marrakech.

What's Included

Drop-off at your hotel or Marrakech city center.
A/C modern minibus (no more than 17 passengers)
English/French speaking driver
Pick up from your Marrakech hotel / Riad
Tips
Lunch and soft drinks on your own expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up 30 minutes before the activity starts. Please provide your hotel name and address when you book.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will pick you up between 8 and 8: 30am . You will begin your tripwith an early drive along the Haouz plains to Chichaoua village. Stop for a cup of coffee before you continue to Sidi Mokhtar. Pass the lush Argan forest. Spot goats climbing the trees. Stop for a photo.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Essaouira

    Carry on to Essaouira and explore the city at your leisure. Hire a guide via the driver if need be, but the city is navigable alone. Explore the grid-like streets, the harbor with its fishing port, and old Portuguese fortifications. Admire medieval war cannons overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Explore the Medina, or old city, including La Scala, built to protect against foreign naval attacks. Continue to Bab Laalouj, one of the main gates of Essaouira, then to the Mellah, the old Jewish quarter. Grab some gifts with some retail therapy in the various art shops, galleries, souvenir shops, and wood craft shops. Choose one of the local cafes for a seafood lunch and head to the Kasbah, famous for having served as a military bastion. Enjoy a walk along the sandy beach of Mogador, and watch locals playing beach ball. Join a game with friendly locals if you desire. Sunbathe while watching kite surfing or windsurfing, before returning to Marrakech in late afternoon.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Medina of Essaouira

    Experience a day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech jam-packed with sights, including the funky, cold Medina, the old harbor and its Portuguese fortifications, and military outposts. Shop a bit, enjoy views of the Atlantic, and even learn about the local cosmetic oil industry.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Desert Family Tour

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
City Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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