Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Marrakech
You'll arrive at Menara Airport and get transferred to your riad in Marrakech. The afternoon and evening are yours to settle in and get a feel for the city on your own terms. Take it easy, grab some food when you're hungry, and start getting oriented with the layout and atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 2
Marrakech to Essaouira
The drive to Essaouira takes you through open plains, and you can stop at a local argan oil cooperative if that interests you. Once there, head to the fish market to pick your fresh catch, then have it grilled at a rooftop restaurant. After lunch, you can explore the Medina and souks with a private guide, walk along the medieval ramparts, relax on the beach, or find your own spot for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Fresh grilled fish at a charming rooftop restaurant in the Medina)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Essaouira
- Guided walk through Medina and souks
- Visit medieval ramparts
- Beach time in Essaouira
Optional Activities
- Stop at local Argan oil cooperative
Landmarks/POIs Essaouira Medina Essaouira Fish Market Essaouira Medieval Ramparts Essaouira Beach - Day 3
Essaouira
Head out to Diabet, a quiet beach area just outside Essaouira where you can check out a colorful beach shack café that celebrates Jimi Hendrix's connection to the place. If you're interested, you can take a one-hour or three-hour horse or camel ride along the coast. Later, wander through the artistic Medina, soak up the local vibe, or just relax by the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Diabet coastline
- Visit Jimi Hendrix tribute café
Optional Activities
- One-hour horse ride along shoreline
- Three-hour horse ride along shoreline
- One-hour camel ride along shoreline
- Three-hour camel ride along shoreline
Landmarks/POIs Diabet Beach Essaouira Medina - Day 4
Essaouira to Taghazout
Travel south along the Atlantic coastline to Taghazout, a laid-back surf town where you'll arrive around lunch. Make some stops along the way for photos and refreshments. After settling in, spend the afternoon surfing, joining a yoga class, or just unwinding. Walk along Taghazout Beach toward Anchor Point to see the golden sand and watch the local surf culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic coastal drive to Taghazout
- Stroll to Anchor Point
Optional Activities
- Surfing
- Yoga class
Landmarks/POIs Taghazout Beach Anchor Point - Day 5
Taghazout to Mirleft
Drive along a less-traveled stretch of Morocco's Atlantic coast to Legzira Beach, famous for its dramatic cliffs and natural rock arches. You'll get there in time for lunch, then continue to Mirleft for the night. Explore the cliffs and shoreline if you like, and later visit the nostalgic seaside town of Sidi Ifni with stops for photos and refreshments along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Legzira Beach
- Explore Mirleft area
- Visit Sidi Ifni
Optional Activities
- Surf session on Atlantic waves
Landmarks/POIs Legzira Beach Sidi Ifni - Day 6
Mirleft to Marrakech
Stop in Tiznit to see the walled Berber town and check out the skilled silver artisans working there. Then head to Agadir for lunch in its modern beachfront area. After that, take the direct motorway back to Marrakech, passing through changing landscapes with photo and refreshment stops. You'll arrive back in late afternoon or early evening for your last night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Agadir's modern beachside setting)
Included Activities
- Visit Tiznit
- Lunch in Agadir
Landmarks/POIs Tiznit Agadir Beach - Day 7
Marrakech
Walk through Marrakech's history with a private local guide. You'll see the Koutoubia Mosque and its gardens, the Bahia Palace with its intricate decoration, and the Saadien Tombs. From there, walk through the ruins of Badia Palace and catch panoramic views of the red city. Grab lunch at one of the Medina's oldest restored riads, then check out the craftsmanship at Ben Youssef Madrasa. Wind down at Le Jardin Secret before heading back.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in one of the Medina's oldest restored riads)
Included Activities
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque and gardens
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Visit Saadien Tombs
- Visit Badia Palace
- Lunch in a restored riad
- Visit Ben Youssef Madrasa
- Visit Le Jardin Secret
Landmarks/POIs Koutoubia Mosque Bahia Palace Saadien Tombs Badia Palace Ben Youssef Madrasa Le Jardin Secret - Day 8
Departure from Marrakech
Your departure is timed around your flight. Budget at least 45 minutes to reach Menara Airport plus 2 hours 30 minutes for check-in and security. If flying from Casablanca, add about 3 hours for the drive plus the same 2 hours 30 minutes for airport procedures. Safe travels home.
