Essaouira 1 Day Excursion from Marrakech

Essaouira 1 Day Excursion from Marrakech

A one day excursion to Essaouira from Marrakesh, a World Heritage Site on the Atlantic Ocean coast. Escape the heat of Marrakesh for the cool, fresh air and gentle breezes of this ancient city. A city beloved of artists and musicians that has preserved its traditions and customs.

Follow in the footsteps of the Phoenicians,Romans, Portuguese, Spanish and the French and more recently famous personalities such as Orson Welles and Jimmy Hendricks.

Pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakesh by private vehicle at 09.00hrs. Journey time approximate 3 hours with stops en route at Sidi Moktar for cofee, a visit to an Argan Oil Ladies co-operative and a Vineyard just 20kms from Essaouira where you can tour the vineyard and if you wish purchase the local wines.

Arriving in Essaouira you are free to explore this ancient city with its ramparts (canons in-situ), its small and welcoming Medina with its many art galleries and craft shops and the working fishing port.  Lunch at the many cafés or restaurants or if you prefer dine on fresh fish on the quayside booths. Evening return to your accommodation in Marrakesh.