Marrakech & Essaouira Break

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This 5-day Morocco city break takes you to the magical city of Marrakech and the beautiful coastal town of Essaouira. Experience these exotic and colourful cities up close and sample the unique food before losing yourself in the mazy, souvenir laden bazaars. This short tour of Marrakech and Essaouira includes visits to the Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minare...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    This 5-day Morocco city break takes you to the magical city of Marrakech and the beautiful coastal town of Essaouira. Experience these exotic and colourful cities up close and sample the unique food before losing yourself in the mazy, souvenir laden bazaars. This short tour of Marrakech and Essaouira includes visits to the Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minaret which has become a symbol of the city, the Mausoleum and Bahia Palace with its amazing Arabic craftsmanship, along with plenty of time to explore the lively souks around Jemaa El Fna square. We also spend a night at the coastal town of E

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityMarrakech
End CityEssaouira

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Morocco

Attractions

  • Essaouira
  • Marrakech

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

Trip includes

    • All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
    • All transport and transfers with a local driver
    • 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
    • Services of a local tour guide/ leader throughout
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • Entrances fees to sights as stated

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive into Marrakech
Upon arrival in Marrakech airport (RAK) our staff will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for the start of your trip. They'll help you settle in and in the early evening take you on a fascinating horse carriage tour for a couple of hours with a local guide to familiarise you with the local area and the exotic centre of the city.

| OVERNIGHT:
Marrakech - 4-star hotel

| MEALS:
Dinner

Day 2: Travel to Essaouira
After breakfast in Marrakech, we'll transfer you to the old Portuguese port town of Essaouira. After settling into your hotel you'll have time to explore the Port with its ramparts, the ancient Medina and the 'Scala', built by the French. Later, you could take our optional beach camel ride or spend the remainder of the day soaking up the atmosphere at leisure.

| OVERNIGHT:
Essaouira - 4-star hotel

| MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Free time in Essaouira. Back to Marrakech
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, your morning is free to explore the town further. In the afternoon we drive you back to Marrakech (up to 3hrs) where the remainder of the day and evening is free. This provides a great chance to head into the heart of the city to explore the Djemaa el Fnaa Sqaure as it comes to life in the evenings, packed with street food stalls and live entertainers.

| OVERNIGHT:
Marrakech - 4-star hotel

| MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Marrakech, city tour
Today's tour of Marrakech begins with a trip to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, home to the minaret which has become a symbol of the city. We then spend time visiting the Menara Gardens, the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace and the Dar si Said Museum. After returning to your hot...
| OVERNIGHT:
Marrakech - 4-star hotel

| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Marrakech, departure
transfer to the airport Your time is free today until we transfer to the airport for departure flight. Depending on your flight time, you may be able to arrange some further options this morning.

| OVERNIGHT:
Marrakech hotel

| MEALS:
Breakfast

| EXTRAS:
Extra day in Marrakech - post-tour

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Dates & Availability

Price From $910
Price per day$182
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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What's excluded

    • International Flights
    • Visa fees
    • Travel Insurance (compulsory)
    • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
    • Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
    • Any other items not mentioned above
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