Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Essaouira, Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region

August 3, 2021 Timmy Ribble

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. Full day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

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Essaouira, or Mogador is an old fort and fishing port located within 2 hours drive from Marrakech, and considered one of the most popular excursions out of the busy and bustling Marrakech. Essaouira has A broad sandy beach extends from the harbor to the south also we give to visitors the real image of the traditional Morocco, by traditional market and a lifestyle which is not found anywhere else.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or 4WD

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Local guide and Entrance fees (optional)

Reviewed By 104widadb

For a business trip, We had been transfered from marrakech to guelmim, and assisted by our driver khalil during 3 days..khalil is respectfull, professionnal, the car was clean and byoned correct. I recommend this agency for your business trip!

2. Marrakech to Essaouira Day trip

Morocco Nomadic Travel
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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!!

3. Morocco Discovery Holidays (12Days/11Nights)

Casablanca, Morocco Morocco Tour Package
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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.

4. Best Of Morocco Private Tours (10Days/9Nights)

Casablanca, Morocco Morocco Tour Package
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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.

5. Full-Day Tour to Essaouira - The Ancient Mogador City from Marrakech

Marrakesh, Morocco Morocco Inspiring Tours
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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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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

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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

Ando Travel - Day Tours
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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. Private Essaouira Mogador Day Trip from Marrakech

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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!

9. Day Excursion to Essaouira City from Marrakech: Shared group

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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.

10. 3 Days Desert Trip To Merzouga Dunes From Essaouira

Agadir Tagesausfluge

Start our journey by crossing Marrakesh towards the High Atlas Mountains. Then Stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou

Inclusions: Pick-up from your hotel or Airport, Drop off at your hotel or Airport, Private air conditioned vehicle (4*4), Driver/guide speaking English, French, Germany., 2 Nights accommodation, Camel rides, Breakfast Meals, Dinner Meals, Lunch Meals, A Drink per Meal (Water Or Soda), WI-FI

Exclusions: Extra drinks, Personal expenses

Reviewed By beatric566530

We were with Abdullah in Agadir for three hours on Tuesday and it was worth every penny. We were picked up directly in front of our ship, where we started with two cars (6 guests and 4 guests). Abdullah told us a lot about the history, the culture and also personal things, so that you didn't feel like an "ordinary" tour. He was in no hurry, we were able to ask him everything and at the end, after just over 3 hours, we were dropped back in front of the ship. Everything great! The only "point of criticism": We visited an argan oil shop, which was a pure sales event. But there was tea and a purchase was not a must.

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