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Depart from Marrakech in the morning to head to the beautiful city of Essaouira on the Atlantic coast. Once you arrive in the port city, formerly known as Mogador, you will have time to appreciate the charming sights of Essaouira.

Take photos of the ochre-colored walls, the beautiful and vibrant Moulay El Hassan square, the bustling souks, and the narrow streets of the old medina.

Enjoy a fresh fish lunch at a local restaurant. During your journey, you will also visit a Berber women’s cooperative producing Argan oil, explore local markets, and marvel at the precious stones in the jewelers’ quarter.

  • Return Time: 6:00 PM (approximate)
  • Distance: 3 hours each way (160 km each way)
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Itineraries

Day 1

Time : 8:00 am

Departure from marrakech

Departure from Marrakech

  • 08:00 AM: Pickup from your hotel or riad in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Scenic Drive to Essaouira

  • Stop 1: Ounagha, Morocco:

    • Enjoy a perfect stop during your journey to take in beautiful views and stop at the famous goat tree (Argan tree).
    • Duration: 30 minutes
  • Stop 2: Le Val d’Argan, Ounagha, Morocco:

    • Visit a Berber women’s cooperative producing Argan oil to learn more about this magical product and its benefits.
    • Duration: 30 minutes

Arrival in Essaouira

  • Midday:
    • Arrive in Essaouira and enjoy a free walk in this small seaside town with the most fascinating landscapes on the Atlantic coast. Discover the vibrant atmosphere where famous series like « Game of Thrones » have been filmed.
    • Duration: 6 hours

Explore Essaouira

  • Fish Market:
    • Discover the straight streets designed by the French, visit the port with bronze cannons, walk through the medina and souks, and discover the cedar woodworking workshops.
    • Take time to enjoy the charming sights, including ochre-colored walls and Moulay El Hassan square.
    • Duration: 1 hour

Lunch

  • Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at a local restaurant by the sea.

Return to Marrakech

  • Afternoon:
    • Meet your driver to return to Marrakech, arriving in the early evening.
    • Duration: 3 hours
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses

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