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title: Marrakech Private Day Trip to Essaouira
lang: en
type: tour
city: Marrakech
country: Morocco
price: 70
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 231
duration_minutes: 600
duration_max_minutes: 780
languages: [en, it, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 6 of 34 (Essaouira Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/marrakech-private-day-trip-to-essaouira/
---

# Marrakech Private Day Trip to Essaouira

In our comparison: #6 of 34 in Essaouira Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover the coastal charm of Essaouira on a day trip from Marrakech. This tour offers a blend of cultural exploration and scenic beauty as you stroll through the historic medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy stunning ocean views. With an experienced driver/guide, learn about the rich history and vibrant arts scene of this coastal town while savoring the local cuisine. The day includes convenient pickup from your accommodation and comfortable transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- 4 start times: between 07:30 and 09:00
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €70 per person
- Duration: 10h–13h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 231 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Morocco Viajar
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Start times: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.91 from 231 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 227 of 231.

- 5 stars: 218 (94%)
- 4 stars: 9 (4%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (1%)

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-, Spanish-, French-speaking driver and accompanist
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Lunch
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Marrakech** (1h 20m) - Pick up the clients from a meeting point close to the Riad, then start our journey towards Essaouira
2. **We will stop at a small café in Chichaoua to stretch, use the restroom, and e...** (15m) - We will stop at a small café in Chichaoua to stretch, use the restroom, and enjoy some tea or coffee before continuing to Essaouira
3. **Afous Argan** (30m; admission included) - Visit a women’s cooperative and see how argan nuts are ground and pressed by hand to make oil for cooking and skincare
4. **Arrive in Essaouira, a beautiful coastal city famous for its rich history, st...** (4h) - Arrive in Essaouira, a beautiful coastal city famous for its rich history, stunning 18th-century architecture, vibrant arts scene, and bustling traditional fishing port. Take your time to explore the charming medina, discover local artisan shops, and soak in the unique...
5. **Essaouira** (1h 15m) - After you’ve enjoyed your time in the beautiful city of Essaouira, we will begin the drive back to Marrakech. We will pick you up from the same place where we dropped you off earlier.
6. **Small break if someone needs the restroom** (15m)
7. **Marrakech** (1h 20m) - Arrive back in Marrakech and safely drop off the clients at the exact location where they were picked up at the start of the day, ensuring a convenient and comfortable end to their trip

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:30, 08:00, 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

If our clients are staying in the Medina area, we can meet them in front of Collège Mohamed 5 if it’s easier for them and more convenient

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Essaouira Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 34** | €70 | 10h–13h | 4.91 (231) | private |
| [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 #6 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.

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