Day Trips

Essaouira Day Trip with Medina Visit From Marrakesh

Discover Essaouira from its bustling port and impressive ramparts to its relaxed seaside vibe and old medina painted in hues of yellow and blue.

Highlights

Savor a day’s respite from the madness of Marrakesh on a tour to Essaouira
Learn all about the benefits of argan oil and the bizarre tree-climbing goats of Morocco
Get blown away by the tranquil and laid-back beauty of Morocco’s windy seaside city
Lose yourself in a maze of cobbled streets with whitewashed walls and ultramarine blue shutters
Discover Place Moulay El Hassan, La Skala and the Jewish district of Derb Lealouj
Benefit from the insightful company of your professional driver who will also serve as a guide
Convenient hotel transfers in air-conditioned vehicles make for a relaxed and hassle-free journey
Suit your language needs by choosing between English, Spanish, French, Italian, or Arabic

Inclusions

Day tour of Essaouira
Medina visit
Professional driver-guide
Live commentary in multiple languages
Free Wi-Fi
Service quality
Roundtrip transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

Exclusions

Lunch and snacks
Personal expenses

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your Experience

The seaside town of Essaouira offers an escape from the frenetic pace of souks and streets often found in the luxury bubble of Marrakesh. Sitting on the Atlantic coast, this city has long enjoyed the reputation for being laid-back and is as intoxicating as it is soothing.

Get picked up from your hotel and make way to the port city. Stop at a restaurant along the way and taste local delicacies at your own expense. As you move on, you will come across a rather unusual sight with goats perched high upon argan trees, feeding on the fruity pulp. The nut of the argan tree is used to produce the sought-after Moroccan gold: Argan Oil. You will learn all about the beneficial properties of the oil used for both culinary and cosmetic purposes on your following visit to an association of Berber women who produce argan oil.

Finally, on arrival at Essaouira, you will have all the free time to enjoy the slow-paced life. Within the azure-and-white confines of the Medina lies an alternative look into Morrocco. The idea here is to take things easy. Explore the cobbled streets of the medina featuring bright blue facades contrasted with yellow doors, and tuck into small shops selling colorful blankets and rugs, wooden handicrafts, and delicious food. Laze by the beach, catch the sunset over the Atlantic, get carried away with the sound of waves crashing against the walls, and click extraordinary photos of your time here.

Know Before You Go

Ticket Information

The ticket includes the following language options that you can choose from:

English Guided Tour
Spanish Guided Tour
French Guided Tour
Italian Guided Tour
Arabic Guided Tour

Discounted Tickets

Infants aged 3 and under can access the experience for free. Children aged 4 - 12 enjoy reduced prices on their tickets

Timings

Available daily from 8 AM to 6:30 PM

Duration: 10-11hrs

Itinerary

Stop for a snack and drink (25 minutes)

Stop at The Argan Goat tree to take some pictures (15min)

Stop at the Argan Oil Cooperative (25min)

Free time to explore Essaouira

Important Information

Accessibility: The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible
Dress Code: Please note that a lot of walking is involved. It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Outside food and drinks and photography is allowed

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly after the purchase
Please display the same along with a valid photo ID at the time of pick-up
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs
Please arrive at your hotel’s lobby 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time in order to avoid any delays

Hotel Transfers

Free traveler pick-up is offered from your accommodation in Marrakesh
Look out for the logo H&L to spot your pick-up car
If the accommodation is not accessible by car please send the name of your hotel or riad so that you can receive the google map link to the nearest location where you will meet your driver
The drop off location will be at the same place where you were picked up

Validity

The ticket is valid for the date selected during the booking