Private Half-Day Trip to Taroudant from Agadir
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$66
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Taroudant seems to have been made for the eyes. The city was built before the arrival of Islam but had its golden period in the XVI century, when the Saadians made it their capital and called it Mohamédia. From this time, there are still 8 km of earth made walls, a proud remainder of the battles of the past. Walking through one of the monumental five city doors into the medina is almost like walking through time. The entangled city streets and alleys may at first seem a disastrous mess, but they are in fact part of a rigorous hierarchic plan. The mosque is the centre, immediately surrounded by the souk where the skilled artisans work their crafts. The souk is divided in sectors according to different crafts, and this division follows a precise order, from the least to the most valued skills. The houses are built around a central patio and keep the private city life form foreign eyes. Altogether Taroudant has an extremely peaceful vibe.
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Agadir, Morocco Information
Agadir, Morocco, docks at its commercial port 3 kilometers from the beachfront, with shuttles or taxis providing 10-minute rides to town. The terminal offers currency exchange and basic shops. Souk El Had, 5 minutes away, bustles with 6000 stalls selling spices, leather goods, and rugs. Kasbah ruins, 20 minutes uphill, overlook the bay from 16th-century ramparts rebuilt post-1960 earthquake. Agadir Beach, a 5-kilometer crescent, provides camel rides and volleyball nets. Excursions reach Taroudant, 80 minutes east, for walled medina tours and argan oil cooperatives. Crocoparc, 30 minutes south, walks reptile enclosures with Nile crocodiles. Paradise Valley, 90 minutes north, hikes palm oases and waterfall pools. Dining includes tagine stews at beach cafes. Souvenirs feature Berber jewelry and ceramics. Mild weather year-round peaks April to October; taxis 20-50 MAD. Organized tours ensure haggling-free shopping. Evening souk visits reveal lantern-lit lanes.
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360 minutes
surcharges on fuel
gratuities
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.