Marrakeh to Essaouira: Private Tour and Exploration of Historic Mogador City

Explore the historic city of Essaouira on a private tour from Marrakech. Discover its ancient origins, vibrant medina, bustling port, and beautiful sandy beaches.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Essaouira - The coastal town of Essaouira is an excellent destination for a day trip. This beautiful town, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, remains one of Morocco’s best-kept secrets and is a must-see destination. Essaouira has a bustling historical center and was the film location for many international films and tv shows. Walk around…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Free time to enjoy the beach
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Lunch and Drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a journey to Essaouira, previously known as Mogador, strategically situated on a rugged peninsula with vigilant fortifications overseeing the ocean. Its medina exhibits a blend of white and blue hues, a bustling harbour, and stretches of sandy beaches.
Essaouira’s existence can be traced back to the 8th century BC when the Phoenicians made a…

Location
Essaouira
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R2275jzthomasm
Jun 13, 2025
A great guide ensures a great trip - We had a great trip with the wonderful guide Said Ait Elhouss. He was an excellent guide, both knowledgeable, funny and very pleasant. Said was always on time, helpful, flexible. We say amazing sights and had a very good time. I can fully recommend the tour of the 'Royal Cities of Morocco' and most definitely I recommend Said.
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421terem
Apr 12, 2025
Oh, great. Gracias Yassine - It's a very nice excursion. The driver, Yassine, very kind has been explaining things about Essauira. It is a city worth visiting and eating fish.
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Maps821792
Nov 1, 2024
Day Trip to Essaouira - Our driver was prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. He made sure we met with our local guide and then was immediately available afterwards. He drove safely and was never in a hurry.
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Diane_g
Oct 26, 2024
An excellent ride - My driver was excellent. He was friendly, informative, had great driving and skills and made the trip a pleasure
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Elinas
Dec 6, 2023
Essaouira trip - Very professional driver Ibrahim, smooth drive to Essaouira and back, Thank you! Very knowledgeable tour guide
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Lucampa
Sep 14, 2023
Dream excursion - My family and I really enjoyed ourselves, the guide was very helpful for every explanation we needed on our excursion from Marrakech to Essaouira and back. Both the driver and the guide are really good, recommendable for family excursions.
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Zecafreitas
Jun 17, 2023
A Gem - We took a private taxi Essaouira and it was well worth it, Omar the driver was good and helpful The actual sea port of Mogador was amazing and if I ever go back to Morocco this a place that I would spend a few days here . It is a Gem of a place Fisherman seaside restaurant this is the best place to have some fish or Lobster at cheap prices
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Aliya_h
Apr 8, 2023
I recommend for surfing - Knowledgeable guide ! Pleasant drive . Smooth day despite the rain. It was pleasant and enjoyable. i recommend to read up on the town prior and plan ahead
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Elaine_k
Mar 25, 2023
Great day - We had a great time with Jamal he was a great driver and we both love Essaouira and would definitely look at going back , a definite trip if you need a little rest bite from the rush and hustle bustle of Marrakesh . Jamel was lovely to speak to and would definitely recommend.
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9724114
Jan 23, 2023
Traveled to Casablanca, Rabat Meknes and Essaouira - I traveled with Jamal's company from Marrakesh to Casablanca, Rabat Meknes and Essaouira. And I wanted to point out that Jamal was very nice, and gave a fair price, and the organization was excellent. The vehicle he assigned for the duration of the trip was also a comfortable Toyota Jeep. In particular, the driver named Lahcen, who was a professional driver, arrived everywhere on time, knows literally every spot in Morocco, and was always kind and happy during the long journeys. I strongly recommend traveling with Jamal's company and in particular with Lahcen.
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From $69
up to 8 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).