Morocco Express: Marrakech, Essaouira and the Desert
The trip in a nutshell
This five-day tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Morocco in a short period of time. From the vibrant streets of Marrakech to the peaceful coastal town of Essaouira, this tour will give you a taste of the many different sides of Morocco. You will soon see why Morocco has been fascinating travellers for centuries.
Embark on a journey to the enchanting country of Morocco on this five-day express tour. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and warm hospitality that this country has to offer. Explore the vibrant and bustling streets of Marrakech, where you will discover the ancient medina and colorful souks. Take a step back in time and experience the traditional way of life in the city, which has remained unchanged for centuries. Get a taste of the desert life as we head to the Agafay Desert, where you will spend a night in a tented camp and enjoy a bedouin dinner under the stars. This is a true desert experience that you will never forget. On the next leg of the tour, we will move to the Atlantic coast and explore the charming town of Essaouira. Known for its laid-back vibe and beautiful beaches, Essaouira is the perfect place to soak up the coastal vibes of Morocco. Don't forget to catch the sunset, which is not to be missed.
Trip type
Express: jam-packed itinerary to make the most of the few days of holiday allowance you have.
Physical rating
LOW - this itinerary is easy-going and any extra sports or activities are entirely optional - minimum physical effort is required.
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip will begin and end in Marrakech. Aim to arrive on the first day by 5pm - on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
What's included
4 nights accommodation in shared rooms
All breakfasts
Walking tour with local guide in the Medina of Marrakesh
Local Experience: an unforgettable night in a typical tented camp in the desert with a Bedouin dinner
Minivan with driver from day 2 to day 4
Cooking class and lunch in Essaouira
Travel Coordinator services
Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 31 days before departure
Itinerary
Welcome to Morocco!
Check-in: our adventure starts in Marrakech
Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.
Upon arrival, check into your hotel and get ready to be mesmerized by the vibrant sights, tantalizing smells, and lively sounds of Marrakech. Make new friends as you soak in the atmosphere from a rooftop bar and watch the city come alive at night. Take in the Djemaa el Fna night market, where you can indulge in delicious food and be entertained by street performers. Join us in raising a glass to the start of an unforgettable journey.
Included: overnight stay with breakfast at Hotel Ayoub or similar, breakfast
Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks
First stop? The Desert!
A morning in Marrakesh
After experiencing the magic of Marrakesh by night, it's time to explore the city in the daylight. Start your day with a delicious breakfast, then join a local guide for an in-depth tour of the atmospheric old Medina. Discover the city's narrow streets and vibrant souks as we delve deeper into the culture and history of Marrakesh. Take a stroll through the ancient kasbah, admiring the intricate Moroccan architecture of the palaces and mosques. Take a break and refresh yourself with a refreshing glass of ice-cold fresh fruit juice before continuing your journey through the city. This is a great opportunity to get an authentic sense of Marrakesh and all it has to offer.
The rock dunes of Agafay
In the afternoon, we bid farewell to Marrakesh and embark on a journey to the Agafay Desert. As we journey through the landscape, we will pass by traditional Berber villages, with the option to stop for a cup of green tea while taking in the breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains in the distance. Upon arrival, you'll find yourself surrounded by the mesmerizing rock dunes of Agafay, which serve as the backdrop for our desert camp. Take the time to relax and soak in the peaceful solitude of the desert or take a camel ride, before finding the perfect spot to watch the sunset. As the day comes to an end, gather around the campfire with your group for a traditional Berber dinner under a sky full of stars. Retire to your Bedouin tent and get ready to wake up in the heart of the desert.
Included: transport, guided tour in Marrakesh, overnight stay in a tented camp with Bedouin dinner and breakfast at The Pearl Camp or similar
Money Pot: admission fees where applicable
Not Included: other food and drinks
From the desert to the ocean
The road to Essaouira
Experience the serenity of a desert sunrise at Agafay, make sure to wake up early and take in the breathtaking views as a new day dawns over the spectacular rock dunes. After enjoying breakfast, before the heat of the desert intensifies, we will hit the road towards the cooler Atlantic coast. Sit back, relax and take in the stunning Moroccan landscape as it passes by your window. Take in the unique beauty of the changing landscapes and prepare for the next leg of your journey.
Morocco by the sea
We finally reach Essaouira. Situated on a vast, sweeping bay on Morocco's southwestern coast, and set against a backdrop of lush wooded hills is the seaside town you've been looking for. With its bustling marina, quaint white and blue house, and souk filled medina there is plenty to keep you busy. Take a walk around the city walls which separate the medina from the Atlantic, or go to the beach to relax or try windsurfing or horse riding. Sunset is not to be missed as the fishing boats meet the golden sky.
Included: overnight stay with breakfast at Hotel Souiri or similar, minivan with private driver
Money Pot: admission fees where applicable
Not included: food and drinks
Essaouira and Marrakesh
A morning in Essaouira
Make the most of your final morning in Essaouira by taking some time to relax or take one last stroll through the UNESCO world heritage site of the Medina. The unique mix of Moroccan and European architectural styles makes it a must-see destination, and there is always something new to discover in the narrow alleyways of the whitewashed buildings. Moulay Hassan Square sits at the heart of the Medina, and it's a perfect spot to grab a seat at one of the cafes and watch the world go by.
Time to return to Marrakesh
As the tour comes to a close, we'll embark on the final leg of our journey, returning to the vibrant city of Marrakesh. After dropping off our bags, we'll have the opportunity to discover even more of what this captivating city has to offer. Explore the souks and hunt for bargains, marvel at the stunning architecture of the Bahia Palace, or take a trip to the picturesque Jardin Majorelle, known for its rich blue walls and beautiful cacti. As the day turns to night, treat yourself to a refreshing mint tea on one of the café terraces around the main square and watch the sunset. Enjoy a food tour and dinner with your group, reminiscing about the sweet adventure that you've shared. Take one last stroll through the bustling streets of Marrakesh before bidding farewell to this magical city.
Included: overnight stay with breakfast at Hotel Ayoub or similar, minivan with private driver, cooking classes and lunch
Money Pot: admission fees where applicable
Not included: any other food and drinks
Goodbye Morocco
Check-out and goodbyes
Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!
Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks
End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.







The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
Info to know
Staff
Our trips are led by a Travel Coordinator who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Travel Coordinator.
Luggage
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
Local culture
During Ramadan, from February 28th, 2025 to March 29th, 2025, our itinerary may be adjusted due to changes in the opening hours of public places. We'll rely on packed lunches and dine in private areas during the day, as part of our commitment to respecting local traditions and immersing ourselves more deeply in the culture.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.
However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
Tour List
Trip details page
In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!