Morocco · City Tours

DAY TRIP TO ESSAOUIRA

1 Day Round trip from Marrakesh Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day trip from Marrakech to Essaouira
  • 02 Visit the fortified Medina of Essaouira
  • 03 See the ramparts, harbour, and souks
  • 04 Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace
  • 05 Relax by Essaouira's very nice beach
  • 06 Round-trip transportation with driver included

Discover the laid-back charm of Essaouira on a full-day trip from Marrakech. This Atlantic coastal town is known for its fortified medina, lively harbour, traditional souks, and a beautiful beach, offering a refreshing change of pace from the city.

Travel west from Marrakech and explore the most visited places in the medina with your guide/driver before enjoying free time to wander the narrow alleyways, browse local shops, and soak up the seaside atmosphere at your own pace.

Discover the laid-back charm of Essaouira on a full-day trip from Marrakech.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Marrakech, Essaouira
Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

DAY TRIP TO ESSAOUIRA

 Highlights:

• Ramparts of the Medina 

• Harbour.

• Souks 

• Very nice beach.

Essaouira is one of the most beautiful cites in the Atlantic ocean of Morocco, it was built between the 15th and the 18th century. Its impressive fortified Medina is a fascinating place to visit. Beside Arts and Crafts, The town is best known for its ramparts, souks and harbour. 

We depart from Marrakech at 8:00am towards the west in a journey of 3 hours driving. When you get to Essaouira your guide/driver will give you an outline about the town and guide you to the most visited places in the medina and you can enjoy some free time to explore it on your pace. Later on we drive back to your joining hotel/riad in Marrakech.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Marrakesh 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation
  • Driver / fuel

What's Not Included

  • Guides

Know before you go

This is a day trip so you don't need to bring a big bag with you, just a day pack is enough.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Marrakesh, MA
Tour start
Marrakesh, MA
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Marrakesh.

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