A slow coastal route: the Portuguese city of El Jadida, a night in Essaouira and the argan road to Marrakech.
Instead of the motorway, follow the ocean. El Jadida hides a Portuguese cistern, Essaouira is the most charming port of Morocco, and the argan forest leads you inland to Marrakech.
A slow and scenic alternative to the two-hour motorway between Casablanca and Marrakech. You follow the ocean, discover Portuguese heritage and enjoy a full day in Essaouira.
It is perfect for the start or the end of a trip, when you want to relax by the sea.
The Hassan II Mosque, the Portuguese city of El Jadida and the coast road to Essaouira.
After the Hassan II Mosque, you drive south along the ocean to El Jadida, where the old Portuguese city hides a magical underground cistern with vaulted ceilings reflected in the water. The road continues past Oualidia and the coastal villages to Essaouira, where you arrive for sunset over the ramparts.
A free day: the port, the ramparts, the beach and the medina.
A free day by the ocean. In the morning watch the fishermen bring in their catch at the port and eat grilled fish at the stalls, then walk the ramparts, the art galleries and the wood workshops of the medina. In the afternoon you can relax on the long beach, try kitesurfing or ride a horse or camel along the sand.
An argan cooperative on the way and arrival in Marrakech.
A last morning in Essaouira to walk the port and the medina, then the drive inland through the argan forest back to Marrakech, about three hours. Your driver takes you directly to your hotel or to Marrakech airport.
This is a private tour: only your group travels in the vehicle. You can add days, change cities or choose the level of the hotels.
The price depends on the number of travellers and the hotels you choose. Ask us and we will send you the exact price.
Yes. Only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver. We do not run shared tours.
The price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the level of accommodation. Send us your dates and we will reply with a clear price.
Of course. You can add days, start or finish in another city, or choose different hotels. Every tour can be adapted.
Our camps in Merzouga have tents with real beds, dinner and breakfast. Luxury tents with private bathroom are available on request.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal. Winter days are sunny but desert nights are cold; summer is very hot in the south.
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