Marrakesh and Beaches
5 days
This 5-day tour focuses on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, also visiting the city of Marrakesh. It offers a visit to the most interesting sites of the Atlantic, in particular the Legzira beach, a wonder of nature.
Day 1: Marrakesh
Arrival in Marrakesh. Free day to visit the city: the Menara Gardens, the Koutobia Minaret, the Saadian Tombs, where the central vault of carrara marble stands out, and the Bahia Palace, Jema el F’naa Square declared a “World Heritage Site”. In the morning vendors selling fruit, wicker baskets, sweets, etc. At sunset everything becomes fascinating, when the square is illuminated by a thousand lights and everything seems magical. Night in Marrakesh.
Day 2: Marrakesh-Taroudant
Departure from Marrakesh to the city of Taroudant. We will cross the Asif Ounila valley and the Tizi-n-Test, 2,634 m, which has always been the most used natural pass to cross the High Atlas. It is a mountainous route that offers wonderful landscapes, with its different colours, as well as villages practically hanging on the slopes. Night in Taroudant.
Day 3: Taroudant-Tafraoute-Legzira-Agadir
We will leave Taroudant heading south, passing through Tafraoute, an Amazigh (Berber) trading village surrounded by pink granite rocks and with many well-preserved old houses. Continue to Legzira beach, a marvel of nature with its two stone arches, produced by erosion. Visit the beach and continue the route to Agadir, where you will spend the night.
Day 4: Agadir-Essaouira
Visit of the city of Agadir, formerly known as Santa Cruz del Cabo Aguer. It was founded by the Portuguese around 1500. The corniche or promenade and the port and its souk are well worth a stroll. In the evening departure to Essaouira where you will spend the night.
Day 5: Essaouira – Marrakesh
Visit of Essaouira, also known by the old name of Mogadour. It is a Moroccan port city, located on the western Atlantic coast, north of Cape Sim. It is the capital of the province of the same name, in the Marrakech-Tensift-Al Hauz region. With around 70,000 inhabitants, its medina, or historic centre, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. It was the setting for the TV series “Game of Thrones” thanks to its walls. It is common to see on its beaches the practice of various types of water sports, such as kitesurfing or surfing, thanks to the marvellous weather conditions and its year-round wind. Departure to Marrakesh and transfer to the airport.
Standar*
370€/person
- With standard hotels, including**:
- 1 night in Marrakesh in a Riad with breakfast
- 1 night in Taroudant in a half-board hotel
- 1 night in Agadir in a half-board hotel
- 1 night in Essaouira in a Riad with breakfast
- Private 4×4 vehicle
- English-speaking companion for the entire duration of the tour
- airport transfers
The prices indicated are per person, travelling with private vehicle and accompanying guide in groups of four people and with accommodation in a double room in the “standard” category. These prices will vary depending on the number of people travelling, the category of accommodation (“Standard”, “Charming” or “Luxury”) and the tourist season.
***Price does not include:***Transport to and from the country of origin, medical or travel insurance, midday meals, dinners in Fez, Marrakech and Essaouira, drinks, tips and personal expenses.
