--- title: Essaouira full-Day Trip From Marrakech lang: en type: tour city: Marrakech country: Morocco price: 15 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.8 reviews: 259 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 600 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 32 of 34 (Essaouira Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/essaouira-full-day-trip-from-marrakech-2/ --- # Essaouira full-Day Trip From Marrakech In our comparison: #32 of 34 in Essaouira Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Essaouira is an exceptional example of a fortified city from the end of the 18th century, built in North Africa according to the principles of European military architecture of the time. "great travel" with our team of experienced drivers will facilitate for our travelers a full day to discover this magnificent city. You can enjoy this trip with small groups or on a private trip by choosing the appropriate feature for you. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:30, 09:00: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €15 per person for the Essaouira ex-mogador une journée de Marrakech option; other options up to €159 - Duration: 9h–10h - Rating: 4.8/5 from 259 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Great Travel Morocco - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 08:30, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.8 from 259 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 247 of 259. - 5 stars: 226 (87%) - 4 stars: 21 (8%) - 3 stars: 8 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 4 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Essaouira ex-mogador une journée de Marrakech | €15 / person | English, French | Pickup included | | Private VIP Tour | €159 / person (for 2+ people) | English, French | Sidi Kaouki Visit VIP Class Duration: 11 hours: Plus One Hour Or Two Personalized itinerary Private vehicle A/C VIP Assistment: Guide & Personal Assistant included Pickup included | ## What's included - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - guide - Dejeuner ## Itinerary 1. **The argan tree, the goat tree: Essaouira by road from Marrakech, there is a p...** (10m) - The argan tree, the goat tree: Essaouira by road from Marrakech, there is a passage, just under 30 kilometers from the destination. On the heights, the road crosses land where trees grow here and there, reaching a height of ten meters above the ground. These trees are argan... 2. **Essaouira** (1h) - By the time travelers arrive in Essaouira, they will have approximately 5 hours of free time. They can start by visiting the old medina of Essaouira. The city of Essaouira has a strong tourist potential, thanks in particular to its natural, historical, and cultural assets,... 3. **Essaouira Fishing Port** (20m) - The old Port and La Sqala du Port d'Essaouira: the port is the second center of the city with the Medina. Throughout the day, fishermen are busy maintaining their boats and preparing for their future outings. In the morning, crates of fish are sold on the quays for some, in... 4. **Essaouira** (1h) - During free time, travelers can enjoy the calculation of the number of doors in this beautiful medina. The Medina has a large number of gates, located in the city's medina. These doors are influenced by two different types of styles. The Cherifian style, reminiscent of the... 5. **In Morocco, the Mellah generally refers to the old Jewish quarter of the city** (20m) - In Essaouira, the Mellah was located at the beginning of the 18th century near dar’makhzen (royal palace and seat of state power) as well as the Tojar Soltan district, also adjacent to the port. After 1809, this district became the Mellah leq'dim (the old Mellah): in its... 6. **Essaouira Beach** (30m) - Essaouira beach is the first to welcome visitors. Stretching nearly six kilometers in length, it is popular with surfers who come to enjoy the strong waves as well as visitors who want to bask in the sun. The water is fairly cool (18 degrees on average all year round) and the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The Meeting Point is conveniently located near the vehicle entrance to Jamaa el-Fna Square. Just look for one of our friendly representatives at the Ola Energy Services Gas Station, which is right across from the square’s entrance. We look forward to seeing you there! Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Essaouira Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 34** | €15 | 9h–10h | 4.8 (259) | shared | | [Luxury Private Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech](/morocco/marrakech/tours/luxury-private-day-trip-to-essaouira-from-marrakech/?format=md) | €65 | 12h | 4.94 (685) | private | | [Day Trip To Essaouira and Sekkala From Marrakech in a small Group](/morocco/marrakech/tours/day-trip-to-essaouira-and-sekkala-from-marrakech-in-a-small-group/?format=md) | €18 | 11h 30m | 4.94 (499) | shared | | [Essaouira-Full-Day-Trip-From-Marrakech](/morocco/marrakech/tours/essaouira-full-day-trip-from-marrakech/?format=md) | €15 | 10h | 4.92 (614) | shared | Ranked #32 of 34 in Essaouira Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €139, median €18; typical length 10h. 6 of 34 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/essaouira-day-trips-from-marrakech/?format=md ## More in Marrakech - All Marrakech tours: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/essaouira-full-day-trip-from-marrakech-2/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/?format=md