Essaouira is a seaside charming city that attracts many travelers who visit Morocco,because it offers an escape from the crowded atmosphere of Marrakech.On your private day tour from Marrakech to Essaouira,we will take short breaks in some villages before reaching the town.Then,you will explore the ancient Medina of Essaouira,a UNESCO world heritage site and the fortified walls of Skala de la ville.In addition to visiting the buzzing port and the beautiful beach of Essaouira.Moreover,you will discover how the Argan oil is being produced in a visit to a local Argan Oil Cooperative on your way to the city.Since Essaouira is coastal town,you will enjoy a fresh seafood lunch in a local restaurant before heading back to Marrakech.
The tour from Marrakech to Essaouira starts with a pick up from your hotel at 8:30 AM.Then,we drive through the open landscapes of Elhaouz towards Chichoua village,where you will take a short break for a cup of coffee before continuing to another small village called Sidi Mokhtar.While heading to Essaouira,you will watch goats climbing the argan and olive trees,and local farmers working on their land,showcasing the simple rural life of Morocco.Another short pause will be made to stretch your legs and take some photos of the panoramic views,the Argan forest is offering before the journey continues to Essaouira.
The first location that you are going to visit after arriving in Essouaria is the busy port of the city. A place where you can see the local fishermen and their wooden boats floating in the water.In addition to the towers that have been influenced by European architecture and a bunch of old bronze canons that have been facing the Atlantic ocean since the 18th century.Afterward,we move to the old Medina to explore La Skala,a stone fortified rampart built for defending the town from the enemies back to when Essaouira was an important trading spot.Then,we head to Bab Laalouj,one of the gates to the ancient walls of the city.Not far from this gate, you will visit the Mellah,a jewish quarter in the Medina.
Essouira offers many traditional art and craft shops in which you can buy some items like Thuya wood box (speciality of Essaouira),Berber jewelry,Argan oil…etc.After that,you will have a fresh seafood lunch in a local restaurant before heading to an old Kasbah that has served as a military base during the 18th century.Afterwards,feel free to enjoy your time in the Mogador beach before getting back on the road to Marrakech.Finally,your 1 day private tour from Marrakech to Essaouira will end up with a drop off to Marrakech.
