Marrakech Trip Overview
departure from Marrakech at 08am to Essaouira On our way a short visit to a female cooperative of Argan oil extraction is also possible. Being part of the program INDH: (the National Initiative of Human Development). Once arrived to Essaouira, we visit the port considered in the XVIII century the international leader port, linking Morocco with its Saharan hinterland to Europe, and of course to the rest of the world. Visit of the Medina, built accordingly to the principles of the European military architecture of that time: La Scala and its old canons directed to the Atlantic, the old Jewish quarter “El Mellah”, in the end the main square surrounded by many cafies and shops.
After the visit of the Medina, and its lively alleys, we will have lunch in a restaurant facing the Atlantic.The specialty there is seafood, fish, and others. ( Lunch is not included in the price of the excursion). After lunch; free time.
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* Duration: 10 hours
* Starts: Marrakech, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco
departure from Marrakech at 08am to Essaouira On our way a short visit to a female cooperative of Argan oil extraction is also possible. Being part of the program INDH: (the National Initiative of Human Development). Once arrived to Essaouira, we visit the port considered in the XVIII century the international leader port, linking Morocco with its Saharan hinterland to Europe, and of course to the rest of the world. Visit of the Medina, built accordingly to the principles of the European military architecture of that time: La Scala and its old canons directed to the Atlantic, the old Jewish quarter “El Mellah”, in the end the main square surrounded by many cafies and shops.
After the visit of the Medina, and its lively alleys, we will have lunch in a restaurant facing the Atlantic.The specialty there is seafood, fish, and others. ( Lunch is not included in the price of the excursion). After lunch; free time.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Essaouira, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi
Your driver will pick you up at 08am, and start your Essaouira day trip from Marrakech, enjoying the natural surrounding country side on this Essaouira excursion. You have the opportunity to visit an argan Cooperative on the way as the the region is known for argan oil. See how women in the Cooperative work hardly and with enthusiasm to get the oil from the Argan nuts to make cosmetics or delicious oil for food. You will discover an operation that requires some time and efforts from the women involved. Once we arrive in Essaouira, you have the full day to explore medina which is surrounded by medieval walls, with a castle standing at their Southern edge. Its white-washed and blue-shuttered houses give it a gorgeous look. Take a stroll in its amusing narrow streets exploring the ancient French and Portuguese architecture enjoy the beach, visit the harbour and enjoy a delcious lunch in one of the restaurants of the fishing port .if you wish you can take a local guide for a city tour,but we recommend to go all over on your own because it is the best way to visit this small and quiet town . Return to marrakech in the evening at around 6pm.
Duration: 5 hours
