Get to know the unique history, culture and heritage of Essaouira on a one day trip from Taghazout.
A Visit to the Medina of Essaouira offers a charming colorful landscapes from The Moroccan - Portuguese style of the Grand Mosque, terraces, cafes and souks.
This old Portuguese city was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Morocco in 2001.
Our tour will start by driving for a couple of hours through the atlas mountain, with few stops along the way:
First stop to see some "flying goats" climbing the Argan trees looking for the fresh nuts.
Second stop to relax and have a coffee break in a berber village.
Third stop to visit the Argan Oil factory to learn more about the Argan oil.
Once we arrive to Essaouira, you will have your free time to visit the souk which is located inside the Medina and make a tour of the ramparts of the Kasbah, where you will explore the ramparts of the Scala, the port of Essaouira, the municipal market, the neighborhood jewelers and craft complex.
Stores are along the streets and they sell a massive variety of beautiful handcrafted items, such as Thuya wood products, clothes and carpets...
Don't forget to to squeeze in a quick visit to the beautiful sunny beaches of Essaouira
After your free time, we will start our return journey back to Taghazout.