Casablanca, Marrakesh & Essaouira
Moroccan Marvels
Casablanca is Morocco’s economic and business centre. A melting pot of cultures, the city has a rich history and is home to stunning architectural landmarks. Next on the itinerary, the incomparable city of Marrakesh offers history, monuments and snake charmers. Here you are immersed in a world of heady fragrances and extraordinary sights. For the final leg of your tour, legendary Essaouira offers a refreshing and artsy vibe. You’ll be enchanted by the city’s medina and its colourful fishing port.
Duration
5 Days/4 Nights
Distance
595 km
Travel Time
Approx. 9 Hours
Route
Casablanca – Marrakesh – Essaouira
Your tour includes
Highlights
Your tour does not include
Lunches, dinners and drinks | Admission to monuments | Camel rides | Tips and personal expenses | Pick up from accommodation more than 8km from city centre (we can arrange additional transfers)
Good to Know
Casablanca, Marrakesh, and Essaouira have varying climates. Casablanca has a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Marrakesh has a hot semi-arid climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Essaouira has a coastal climate with mild winters and warm summers. Be prepared for variations in temperature and pack accordingly.
Moroccan cuisine is diverse and flavourful, with influences from Arabic, Berber, and Mediterranean cuisines. Be sure to try traditional dishes like tagine, couscous, and pastilla at local restaurants and street food stalls. Essaouira is known for its fresh seafood, so don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a seafood meal by the ocean.
ITINERARY
Day 1
Casablanca
When you arrive at Casablanca Mohammed V Airport, we will be there to welcome you and take you to your hotel in comfort. Settle in and enjoy some free time before dinner and a good night’s sleep in your 5-star hotel.
Day 2
Casablanca – Marrakesh
After breakfast, our private guide takes you on an extensive tour of Casablanca. In the afternoon, you can relax as you head for Marrakesh and the luxurious comfort of El Fenn.
Day 3
Marrakesh – Essaouira
Marrakesh is a city of contrasts and dreams. Both traditional and modern, Morocco’s fourth largest city offers cultural and natural treasures galore. With your knowledgeable guide, you will walk in the footsteps of Yves Saint Laurent and Alfred Hitchcock, and experience the colours of the souks as you weave your way between snake charmers, storytellers and artisans.
Day 4
Essaouira – Marrakesh
Essaouira, the ‘small fortress’ or Africa’s Windy City, offers inspiration from the moment you set eyes on it – the medina in the historic centre with its winding, bustling streets has remained true to itself over centuries. Here, the spectacle of everyday life has changed only gradually. Essaouira has a population of 80,000 and the Medina became a UNESCO World Heritage in 2001. The sea and wind, the Moroccan way of life and friendly people are your charming companions in Essaouira. Your guide will introduce you to the city’s highlights before your return to Marrakesh.
Day 5
Marrakesh
My Pur Life Experience
We plan and organise your personalised trip to Morocco with insiders tips, advice and concierge service. With our local experts your experience of the country and culture will be seamless and special!
Travel into a different world, find meaning and fulfilment. Feel alive! It will be a journey to the best time of your life!
