Day trip

From Agadir or Taghazout: Essaouira Day Trip with Transfer

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51 reviews

Activity provider: Ecolodge Adventures
Day trip

From Agadir or Taghazout: Essaouira Day Trip with Transfer

Activity provider: Ecolodge Adventures

From US$ 46.42 per person

Follow the lovely Atlantic coastline from Agadir to Essaouira for a full-day tour of the ancient city. Explore the town's lively port, travel to the UNESCO-listed Media, admire the elaborate marquetry, and enjoy a tranquil stroll down the endless beach.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English, French, Arabic, German
Pickup optional
07:30 in the morning, from the lobby of your Agadir hotel
Private group available

Experience

Highlights
  • Enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful Atlantic coastline to Essaouira
  • Discover the town's fascinating Bab El Marse port and its displayed cannons
  • Pay a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Media
  • Stroll down the tranquil beach which stretches out over 10 kilometers
Full description
Your day-long adventure begins as you head north from Agadir to the former Portuguese city of Essaouira, passing isolated beaches, the palace of a Saudi prince, and the village of Taghazout along the way. Once known by its Portuguese name of Mogador, the city of Essaouira is a citadel with a prestigious past, occupied by various civilizations since prehistoric times. And famous for its Tyrian factory that once supplied Rome with its legendary purple dye, Essaouira is a cradle for artists of all types. Upon your arrival in the city, embark on a tour of the port and watch as the fishing boats return home. The Bab El Marse port not only has its Sqala canons on display, but it offers amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Medina. Travel to the Media itself—a UNESCO World Heritage site—and go inside to meet celebrated marquetry inlayers and cabinetmakers. Stop in at the Women's Cooperative manufacturer of argan oil, and then enjoy some free time exploring the alleyways of the Medin, strolling along the endless beach, or testing out some fresh fish at a local beachfront restaurant.
Includes
  • Full-day tour of Essaouira
  • Hotel pick-up/drop off services available for Agadir hotels
  • Lunch
  • Drinks

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Meeting point

This meeting point is for cruise passengers only. Please take a taxi from the port and come to Hotel Argana, there you will find your tour guide waiting for you.

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 51 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.2/5
  • Organization
    4/5

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This was a magical day trip from Agadir. The tour guide, whose name escapes me and for which I am so sorry it does, made the day one of the best of my entire trip. He was incredibly personable and professional. He shared his knowledge throughout the drive and being that I was able to sit up front with him, explained much about the history and daily life in Morocco and was more than happy to answer all my questions. Essaouira was beautiful and our guide was a lovely older man who was happy to show us around. We had lunch at a touristy restaurant but the food, chicken tagine, was amazing. Stopped at an argan oil coop which was very informative and to see the goats in the trees which was incredible. Also had two bathroom breaks, one going and one coming. Excellent tour and highly recommend!

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March 29, 2023

Fue realmente muy buena la excursión. Duro casi doce horas y realmente paso volando de lo bien que pasamos. El guía estuvo siempre atento a las inquietudes de los paseantes. La visita al zoco, bajo su orquestación fue realmente espectacular. Lo recomendamos sin hesitsr.

March 29, 2023

Une superbe journée en compagnie d'Ismaël un très bon chauffeur et d'Hassan, un guide exceptionnel qui connaît l'histoire de son pays et nous en fait profiter. Nous avons eu Aziz à Essaouira comme guide, un homme merveilleux. Cette journée était magnifique et Essaouira vaut le coup d'être visitée : les gens sont chaleureux et la pâtisserie Driss est un régal!!

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March 29, 2023

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