Early departure towards Essaouira for the discovery of this peaceful city with its remarkable Medina. This old Portuguese city was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Morocco in 2001.
On our way to Essaouira, through the Atlas mountains, you will also experience:
• An opportunity to see some "flying goats" climbing the Argan trees looking for the fresh nuts.
• Time to relax and have a coffee break in a Berber village.
• A visit to an Argan oil co-operative. Once we arrive in Essaouira, you will have free time to explore the city and enjoy your lunch, as well as admire stunning views of the docks, old city walls and medina.
Around 4 o'clock in the afternoon, we will depart Essaouira to continue our exploration of the local landscape on our journey towards Marrakech. Once we arrive at the hotel, located within walking distance of the Jamaa El Fana central square amongst the hustle and bustle of the city, you will have an opportunity to explore the night life and experience the Jamaa El Fana central square food vendors and snake charmers.
The next day, after breakfast (provided by the hotel and included in the cost of the accommodation), you will meet your local tour guide and begin a three hour walking tour of Marrakech. You will start by visiting the historical monuments of Marrakech including: the famous Bahia Palace, a walk through the gardens of the Koutoubia Mosque and finally the Jamaa El Fana famous Square.
At the end of your local tour, you will have free time to walk through the streets of the Souk (local market), haggle with the shop vendors and find a good place to enjoy some local street food.
After lunch, you’ll meet up with your driver, and begin the drive back to your hotel in Agadir.
The return to your hotel in Agadir is usually scheduled around 8 o'clock in the evening.
