Day trip to Essaouira Old Mogador and Argan factory from Marrakech
Day trip to Essaouira Old Mogador and Argan factory from Marrakech
We will leave Marrakech at 08:00 towards the coastal city of Essaouira. This Old Portuguese town is surprising with its blue-shuttered house’s architectures and guns pointed out at sea.You will firstly stop at the port which was built in the 18th century and called Tumbuktu as it serves to connect Africa to Europe and America. It is an animated place because of fish vendors that return to the port on their multicolored fishing boats.You will then visit the Skala.
Founded for military purposes, this site preserved the city from attacks with a collection of bronze cannons oriented to the ocean.You will continue exploring the Portuguese ramparts and crossing the alleys of the Medina. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Medina of Essaouira is an example of a walled city of the 18th century. Its souks expose all kinds of handicrafts: carpets, woolen clothes, aromatic products, jewelries, wooden decorations…
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Afous Argan
Visit to the argan factory to witness the steps and processus of distillation of argan oil and its benifits
1 hourMedina of Essaouira
You will continue exploring the Portuguese ramparts and crossing the alleys of the Medina. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Medina of Essaouira is an example of a walled city of the 18th century. Its souks expose all kinds of handicrafts: carpets, woolen clothes, aromatic products, jewelries, wooden decorations
4 hoursEssaouira Beach
Enjoy a walking tour in Essaouira beach after lunch and enjoy the fresh air of the atlantic ocean
1 hourIncluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Entry/Admission - Afous Argan
Not Included
- Lunch
- Local guide
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.