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Portuguese, French and Berber architecture frame the maze-like streets of Essaouira, a charming and vibrant port and resort town on the Atlantic Ocean. Nearby, couples and families stroll the beaches of Cape Sim and Sidi Kaouki, which also attract surfers of all types. Relaxation is easy to find here, as is a bus to Marrakech, for those looking for a daytrip.
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1. Marrakech to Essaouira Day trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Morocco one day private trip Excursion from Marrakesh to Essaouira easly accessible day trip from Marrakesh, Situated at 176 km west of Marrakech, 2 : 30 drive ; Essaouira is a coastal small town, famous for its fishing port with its blue colored wooden boats, one of the oldest Moroccan cities, formely named Mogador.The old Medina of Essaouira is listed by UNESCO as world heritage site ; Essaouira is known for its Gnaoua music festival every year on June ; a day excursion to essaouira makes the visitor think about staying longer in a friendly, relaxing medieval town. Marrakech to Essaouira Day Trip 1 Day Highlights varried from eating fresh fish just pulled out from the water in small scale local restaurant in the port to itscroweded small streets, Place Moulay El Hassan, the portuguese harbour, Skala and the Jewish quarter.
Inclusions: Transport by an air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver/guide, Hotel pick up and drop off
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Reviewed By debf651
This 3 day excursion to the Sahara Desert complete with camel ride to our beautiful overnight glamping stay was truly magical! Kamal our guide and driver was the best! He was very informative and helpful. He picked us up at our hotel in Marrakech and safely drove us through the Atlas mountains to a hotel with incredible views. On day 2 we proceeded to the desert but before we got there he stopped and purchased a Cheiche for each of us which the camel guides wrapped around our heads. We got on the camels and rode out into the sunset where our Berber hosts were waiting for us. It was an absolute bucket list event. If you are hesitant about doing this...don't be! Just have Kamal take you!! BTW...I forgot to mention that Kamal also helped us stop for wine before we went to the desert! I would give this a six star review if I could!!
2. Morocco Discovery Holidays (12Days/11Nights)
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Morocco Discovery Holidays is a program which Morocco Tour Package has prepared to fit your special interests. Discover Morocco in Private Morocco Holiday Tours and enjoy the climate which most of the tourists are seeking!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner
Exclusions: Not listed meals on itinerary and all drinks, Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff, Optional activities, Personal Expenses
Reviewed By AvaHolland
My husband and I spent 8 days as a trip in Morocco ,the schedule was tight but thanks to Morocco Tour package, they made good arrangements to let us have this interesting tour, specially our driver walid pick us at Casablanca aeroplane to Marrakesh to desert to fes to the blue city then back to Casablanca, he is trying very hard to let us seeing all of the interesting spots to take pictures. He is punctual and very helpful, I left my phone at the hotel in fes and he spent 1hour back and forth to pickup my phone and continue the trip to chefchaoun, it's very touching.
3. Best Of Morocco Private Tours (10Days/9Nights)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Best of Morocco Private Tours is the best Morocco Tour Package program among the Morocco Private Tours it offers. You will at the same time explore the Moroccan imperial cities, the “little Switzerland”, the desert, and Mogador.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions: Not listed meals on itinerary and all drinks, Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff, Optional activities, Personal Expenses
Reviewed By AvaHolland
My husband and I spent 8 days as a trip in Morocco ,the schedule was tight but thanks to Morocco Tour package, they made good arrangements to let us have this interesting tour, specially our driver walid pick us at Casablanca aeroplane to Marrakesh to desert to fes to the blue city then back to Casablanca, he is trying very hard to let us seeing all of the interesting spots to take pictures. He is punctual and very helpful, I left my phone at the hotel in fes and he spent 1hour back and forth to pickup my phone and continue the trip to chefchaoun, it's very touching.
4. Day Trip to Essaouira From Marrakech
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
During this amazing full-day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech, you will discover one the the hidden gems of the Atlantic coast. Essaouira, or Mogogdor is famous for its Medina fortification and fishing port. The artsy and hippy atmosphere of Essaouira, the cool weather all year long and the easy 2 and a half hour drive from Marrakech to Essaouira, make this trip very special. Essaouira day tour departs every day from Marrakech at 8 am.
Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel / or the nearest car accessible point to your Riad in Marrakech, A/C modern minibus (no more than 17 passengers) driven by an English-French speaking driver, Drop off at your hotel or the nearest car accessible point to your Riad in Marrakech
Exclusions: Lunch & beverages, Local guide in Essaouira
Reviewed By Божидара Б
We were very good taken care of and so excited to visit the desert. The tends were very nice, food was great and in the evening we could enjoy live music next to the open fire... The camel trip was exactly at sunrise and sunset-perfect time and organization! I wish we can go back, will definitely recommend it to anyone.
5. Full-Day Tour to Essaouira - The Ancient Mogador City from Marrakech
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4.9 based on 98 reviews
Morning departure from Marrakech in a small-group tour you will be personally transported through the vast and breath-taking Moroccan landscape to Essaouira. On the journey you may see a few scattered villages and some camels, sheep and goats grazing in the countryside.
Inclusions: Hotel / Riad pickup and drop-off, Transport by comfortable air-conditioned minivan or 4WD with an English-speaking driver/guide, Guided walking tour of Essaouira city, Drinks (Bottled mineral water+Fresh mint tea), Free time after the guided tour, All entrance fees, local taxes and fuel are included, Fuel included
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By bte25
What a wonderful trip! Abdul was prompt and courteous and drove a clean, spacious vehicle. He expertly drove us through beautiful scenery, sharing local knowledge about the towns and landmarks we were passing. And the falls! Abdul gave us time to explore but understood it was time to go when our young children were tired. I HIGHLY recommend this excursion! We would do it again!
6. Essaouira Full Day Trip
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4.6 based on 49 reviews
This coastal city situated in the Atlantic ocean is inhabited since prehistoric times and was known as one of the most important trading harbors of north africa. The tour starts by picking you up from your accomodation, then make few stops on the road Once at Essaouira, the driver will drop you off and then during your day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech, you can visit by yourself a few places as mentionned on the activity details. You can have your lunch in Local restaurants which is between 8 to 10€ depending on your budget. Later, you'll meet our driver on the pick up point that you agreed for the pick up to get back to Marrakech at the early evening.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Drop off in Hotels outside of the Medina will be in the front door, but for Riads inside the Medina it will be in the closest accessible parking by our cars), Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By phils241
The driver picked us up at the hotel on time. The route through the city was pleasant. The guides are very personable. Be prepared for fun and dusty clothes.
7. Essaouira Full-Day Excursion from Marrakech
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Explore the laid-back seaside resort of Essaouira at your own pace on a self-guided tour, with round-trip transfers from Marrakech. Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Skala du Port and ramparts. Taste fresh seafood on the seafront.
Inclusions: Pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech, Transportation by air-conditioned minibus, English-speaking driver, local guide
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By amylF4950GJ
Abdul was a great tour guide! He was patient, informative and helpful with us throughout the entire tour. Overall, great trip and was a highlight of our Morocco trip!
8. Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech
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4.3 based on 416 reviews
Embark on an unique journey from Marrakech to the seaside city of Essaouira on full-day tour. Explore the sights and sounds of this vibrant city, soaking in hundreds of years of culture and history.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, local guide
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By xenia_but
This is just the worst experience ever! I booked a trip, and instantly contacted the organizers about details of the trip. They did not answer me for 3 days. And only after I reminded several times and started to call them, they decided to tell me that my trip is cancelled. At it is the day before the start. Very nice. Not to mention that I booked a hotel in Marrakech, and transportation to Marrakech from Agadir (bc I live in Agadir) - and the day before the date everything is non-refundable. If I got the info earlier, I could have cancelled my hotel for free. Communication is like "Yes, we cancel your trip. We have no control about it." Like who has control over it? Nobody apologized not for the late response (I waited for 3 days and reminded several times, because panicked that nobody will pick me up), not for the late cancellation. Only when I mentioned that it would be nice that you at least apologize, they did it. Thank you, but when somebody asks you for sorry, it is a signal that you should have done it earlier. I understand that now is covid and everything, but this bad review is about communication, and I think that it is a job of the organizators to ORGANIZE everything, and solve the problems when they arise. You do not just throw cancellation a day before the trip in your customer, and do not answer the phone. Terrible. Just terrible.
9. Private Essaouira Mogador Day Trip from Marrakech
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
A fun-filled and relaxing private day trip to Essaouira Mogador, the blue and white bohemian seaport town famous for its vibrant cultural life, traditional fishing port and exceptional laid-back rhythm. Enjoy the view of colorful houses and atmosphere, wander through picturesque streets, explore the historic ramparts and old Medina. Stroll along the quays and watch fishermen in their fishing boats coming back to shore and unloading their catch of the day, feast on fresh fish and seafood at the many harbor side restaurants.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation by air-conditioned minivan, Multilingual Driver, Local guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Food and Drinks
Reviewed By beccawatson06
We really enjoyed the tour of Moroccan “Hollywood”! The guide was knowledgeable and interesting. Seeing some of the spots for Game of Thrones and Indiana Jones was really neat! Walking through the city there were interesting drawings and art pieces for sale. We rode a camel which was neat to say! It was really interesting to ask the guide cultural differences and understand them better!
10. Day Excursion to Essaouira City from Marrakech: Shared group
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
The Medina of Essaouira is one of the best maintained medinas in Morocco. Its numerous craft shops and art galleries attract visitors from all over the world. If you visit in late June, you’ll be joining a big crowd who travel to Essaouira every year to attend the world-renowned Gnaoua Music Festival. There are several “must-sees” in Essaouira – the Skala by the Port, the wood souk below the ramparts, where local artisans produce amazing sculptures, boxes, chess boards etc with beautiful Thuya wood local to Essaouria, the ramparts with the cannons still in place from the Portuguese era, the labyrinth of streets with the wonderful blue front doors, the Jewish Synagogue, the beach and so on…
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tips
Reviewed By 660merieme
An amazing experience I had with this agency. It was full of various activities, and the service was perfect. I truly recommend to take a trip there and see the waterfall and stunning nature.
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