Marrakech to Essaouira: Private Tour
- 6–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Excursion to Essaouira, the former Mogador built on a rocky peninsula, with its ramparts in a vigil on the ocean, its medina in white and blue tones, its busy port, and its long sandy beaches. The history of Essaouira dates back to the 8th century BC. The Phoenicians stopped there on the road of the equator. The real founder of the city was the Alaouite Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, who entrusted the construction to Theodore Cornut, architect and student of Vauban Essaouira is now a nice little fishing port very lively at the arrival of the boats where sardines and crustaceans are sold at the auction. On the docks, fishermen repair the red nets.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Free time to enjoy the beach
- Transport by private vehicle
What's not
- Lunch and Drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
The coastal town of Essaouira is an excellent destination for a day trip. This beautiful town, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, remains one of Morocco’s best-kept secrets and is a must-see destination. Essaouira has a bustling historical center and was the film location for many international films and tv shows. Walk around with your guide through the lovely small souks and visit the impressive fortress. In the afternoon you have some free time to eat some fresh fish at the beautiful old harbor (not included) or enjoy the beach.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Toubkal Guide
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
How it compares in Marrakech
- Its from-price is 95% above the median of the 1647 day trips we list in Marrakech.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 293 of 1647.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Marrakech
At the foot of the Atlas Mountains, red-walled Marrakech is famed for its maze-like medina, lively main square and tranquil riads and gardens.
Jemaa el-Fnaa, the great square at the centre of the medina, changes character through the day, from juice sellers and snake charmers in the morning to smoke-wreathed food stalls and musicians after dark. The minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque rises nearby as the city's landmark, and the souks spread north in a warren of lanes selling leather, lanterns, carpets and spices.
Top-ranked sights in Marrakech: Atlas Mountains, Tizi-n'Tichka Pass, Jemaa el-Fna (Djemaa el-Fna).
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