The ramparts and white houses of the old city of Essaouira above turquoise water and rocks

5 days from Casablanca

The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira

Down the Atlantic coast from Casablanca: Portuguese El Jadida, oysters on the Oualidia lagoon, the potters of Safi and two nights in Essaouira.

Old city of Essaouira

Duration5 days, 4 nights
Starts and endsCasablanca
How it runsPrivate car and driver
PriceOn request

Coast

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The route

Where the road goes

Map of the Atlantic Coast to Essaouira route on satellite imagery of Morocco, with each stop marked — Each stop sits where it really is. The line shows the order of the stops, not the exact road.

Stop by stop

Casablanca
El Jadida UNESCO World Heritage: Portuguese City of Mazagan (El Jadida) (opens in a new tab)
Oualidia
Safi
Essaouira UNESCO World Heritage: Medina of Essaouira (opens in a new tab)
Casablanca

Day by day

The plan

Driving times are approximate and include short stops.

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
Transfer onlyCasablanca
We meet you at the airport or your hotel, visit the Hassan II Mosque and drive along the Corniche, with a guided city tour.
Day 2: Casablanca to Oualidia via El Jadida
About 3.5 hours, with stopsOualidia
A guided walk through the Portuguese City of El Jadida and its old cistern, then oysters at Oualidia and an evening walk by the lagoon.
Day 3: Oualidia to Essaouira via Safi
About 4 hours, with stopsEssaouira
Safi's potters' quarter and fishing port, then a coastal drive above the cliffs to Essaouira for a first walk through the medina.
Day 4: Essaouira
No drivingEssaouira
A guided tour of the medina, the Skala ramparts and the port, with a stop at an argan cooperative.
Day 5: Essaouira to Casablanca
4.5 to 5 hoursTour ends in Casablanca
Back north through argan forest and farmland to your hotel or the airport.

The details

What's included

Included

4 nights' accommodation
Breakfast every day
Private car with driver, fuel and tolls
Local guides in El Jadida and Essaouira
Oyster tasting in Oualidia
Guided visits shown in the programme
Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off
Bottled water in the car

Not included

Flights
Lunches and dinners
Entrance fees not listed above
Optional activities
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses

Questions

Before you book

How long is the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour, and where does it start?

The The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour lasts 5 days and 4 nights. It starts and ends in Casablanca, and the route passes through El Jadida, Oualidia, Safi and Essaouira. Morocco My Trip runs it with a private car and driver, so your group sets the pace.

Where do you sleep on the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour?

On the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour you spend 4 nights on the road: night 1 in Casablanca, night 2 in Oualidia and nights 3 and 4 in Essaouira.

How much driving is there on the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour?

Driving on the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour day by day: day 1, transfer only; day 2, about 3.5 hours, with stops; day 3, about 4 hours, with stops; day 4, no driving; day 5, 4.5 to 5 hours. The longest drive is day 5, Essaouira to Casablanca. Times are approximate and include short stops.

What is included in the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour?

The The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour includes 4 nights' accommodation, breakfast every day, private car with driver, fuel and tolls, local guides in El Jadida and Essaouira, oyster tasting in Oualidia, guided visits shown in the programme, airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off and bottled water in the car.

What is not included in the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour?

Not included on the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour: flights, lunches and dinners, entrance fees not listed above, optional activities, travel insurance and tips and personal expenses. Ask us if you would like any of these arranged.

When is the best time to do the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour?

The best months for the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour are May, June, July, August and September.

How much does the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour cost?

The The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour is priced on request: Morocco My Trip quotes for your dates and your group. Send the enquiry form or a message on WhatsApp and we reply with a price, usually within a few hours and always within 24. A 30% deposit confirms the booking, and the rest is paid on the first day.

Can I change the The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour itinerary?

Yes. The The Atlantic Coast to Essaouira tour is a ready-made route, but you can add a night, skip a stop, start on another date or join it to another route. Tell Morocco My Trip what you would like and we send back the adjusted plan with its price before you confirm.

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