Full-Day Tour of the Medina of Essaouira
Highlights
Essaouira
nature, cultural, historical
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English
Description
Explore the Medina of Essaouira, an exceptional example of an 18th-century fortified town surrounded by a wall influenced by the Vauban model. Visit its famous Portuguese Fortress, witness fishermen landing their catches, and savour the taste of grilled fish or shellfish at a seafood stall. Don't forget to sample coffee or mint tea in one of the cafes at Place Moulay Hassan.
Itinerary
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Essaouira day tour
- Visit the souks of leatherwork, metalwork, glazed pottery, jewellery, brightly coloured carpets, original art, olives, spices, rare argan oil, etc.
- Visit the port and watch fishers land their catch or learn how boats are crafted using centuries-old techniques, then eat super-fresh grilled fish or shellfish at one of the seafood stalls.
- Visit Place Joutiya between to watch locals auctioning everything from teapots to trousers.
- Visit the Portuguese fortress.
- Walk 2 miles along the beach at low tide to see the romantic fort of Borj El Barod crumbling into the sea.
- Relax and watch the world go by with coffee or mint tea, and maybe a Moroccan pastry, in one of the cafés at Place Moulay Hassan.
- Discover the craftsmanship and exquisite carpentry in the little thuya wood workshops under the ramparts.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 4 to 6 | /person |
| 7 to 16 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 3 | /person |
| 4 to 6 | /person |
| 7 to 16 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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