From Marrakesh: Essaouira Full Day Trip
Marrakesh
From Marrakesh: Essaouira Full Day Trip
10 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus
Expert local tour guide
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Journey from Marrakesh to Essaouira for the day with a professional driver at the helm and seamless round-trip hotel transfers for a stress-free trip.
Marvel at the whitewashed buildings with blue doors and stroll the winding narrow streets of the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stop at a women’s argan cooperative to see how the oil is made from scratch, from grinding the kernels to pressing them to extract the oil.
Spot the old bronze cannons on the Ramparts and go on a shopping spree at the vibrant jewelry and textile souks in the markets.
Fun fact: The Medina in Essaouira features in Orson Welles’ 1951 film *Othello* and the famous tv series *Game of Thrones.*
Full-day trip to Essaouira
Round-trip transfers with hotel/riad pickup and drop-off
An AC minibus with WIFI
English, Spanish, French, and Arabic-speaking driver
Visit to the women's cooperative
Self-guided exploration
Lunch (at an additional cost)
Tips
A live guide
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A day trip to a charming coastal town
If you are looking to destress without spending too much, then get away to the picturesque coastal town of Essaouira on a day trip from Marrakesh. Your trip starts with a hassle-free pickup from your hotel in a comfortable AC car. As you drive towards Essaouira, check out the olive groves and argan forests lining the roads, preparing you for the adventure to come.
Shopping, sightseeing, and relaxing
Once you reach Essaouira, you have some free time in hand to explore the town as you see fit. Walk through the winding alleys and visit the vibrant art galleries at the Medina. Shop for some trinkets, textiles, and spices at the souks lining the town square. Visit an argan oil cooperative where you can see a live demonstration of argan oil made from scratch. Take some recommendations from your driver and have lunch at one of the local restaurants. Take a stroll on the yellow sandy beaches of Essouira before heading back to Marrakesh.
Know before you go
What to bring
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to beat the heat.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- Facilities: Free Wi-Fi
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