El Jadida Day Trip from Casablanca

Overview of El Jadida Day Trip from Casablanca

El Jadida, which until the end of the 19th century was called Mazagan, is a historical and very attractive city which is just one hour far from Casablanca. Portuguese began occupying El Jadida in the year 1502 and they held the city for over 250 years as major trading station. The city was later relinquished by the Portuguese in 1769, thus it was taken back from the Moroccan Sultan. However, the years have been kind to the city in terms of preserving its colonial architecture, and this should thrill historians. With a whole day in this city, you will have an opportunity to submerge oneself into the past and explore such off beat places as the towering ramparts and the Portuguese citadel and indeed the cisterns below.

Beside its rich history the city has beautiful seashore view from the medina that will be interesting to explore for travelers who have an interest in historical and cultural peculiarities of Morocco. Depending on which aspect of travel is of interest: architecture, people, or leisure by the seashore, El Jadida is more or less all inclusive.

Highlights of the El Jadida Day Trip

Explore the UNESCO-listed Portuguese Citadel: Explore more of the colonies, as well as important historical structures of the El Jadida region.
Admire the Sea Gate: Tour the Porte de la Mer which is one of the interesting places associated with the history of the town.
Visit the Citerne Portugaise: Visit the underground water tank that is a marvelous construction of the Portuguese.
Wander the Medina: Walk around the region’s smallest roads with vendor stalls and handmade products.
Relax by the Seaside: Make time for beautiful scenery and reflectiveness near the waters of this Moroccan city of El Jadida.
Visit the City Ramparts: Love seeing the city and cliffs while strolling along the walls that have been standing for over 500 years.
Learn about Moroccan History: Explore the change of El Jadida’s part of Portugal for the current Moroccan town.
Enjoy Local Moroccan Cuisine: Go to a restaurant and enjoy creative seafood as well as tested recipes.

El Jadida Day Trip Itinerary

El Jadida Day Trip Program

Your El Jadida day trip from Casablanca begins with a pick-up from your hotel or port in Casablanca at 8:00 AM. After a comfortable drive, you will arrive in El Jadida around 9:30 AM. The first place that you will be visiting in the tour is one of the oldest part of the city: the Cité Portugaise. Here, your local guide will take you through the city taking you through the interesting Portuguese structure remaining intact to date. Furtheremore, you will then proceed to the Porte de la Mer, a city gate that was the entry and exit of the Portuguese ships an aspect that makes this a historical site with regards to the sea history of the city.

After that you will further have the possibility to discover the Citerne Portugaise which is a significantly large Portuguese water storage tank for fresh water supply to the city. Moreover, this cistern is one of the best-preserved elements of the city of El Jadida where the temperature is more manageable and the echoes of colonialist past can be heard within the stone walls of the vast cistern.

The Day Trip continues

Following your morning tour at Casablanca, you’ll have an opportunity to have lunch with at a local restaurant whereby you can taste Moroccan as well as sea foods. After lunch you will have a couple of hours to wander the medina independently. You can always take a walk along the almost walking-over-the roof style roads, buy artefacts or just have a walk along the seashores.

In the afternoon, you will move around the city with the ramparts and even have the walls of the old city. At the peak of the citadel, you will get a beautiful view of the sea and the general surrounding maldives region. At the end of the visit, your guide will be very happy to tell you more about El Jadida, from the Portuguese colony to one of the most important Moroccan city. Finally, we will drive you back to Casablanca, arriving around 4:00 PM, after a historically, culturally, and scenically eventful day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are arrangements made for transport in the day trip?

The coordinated list covers all of the expenses of the international trip including transportation. Furthermore, the same vehicle will drop you back to Casablanca after a day’s excursion.

When is a day trip usually conductes and what time does it finish?

The trip starts at 8:00 AM from the pick up point from your hotel in Casablanca. You will return to Casablanca around 4:00 PM, when they return from bunnying around Rabat.

Is admission fee part of the above prices?

Yes, all tickets charges for the principle attractions in Rabat that incorporates Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V and other attractive historic spots.

Is it possible to decide the time and level of touristic interest in the options of the day trip?

Although there is a fixed touring route and suggested places for visiting in Rabat, the sightseeing can be adjusted matching your preferences.

Can I take this tour if I am together with my kids or if I am a, old citizen?

Yes, this day trip is great for families with children too. The tempo is never rushed, participants have ample time to take breaks.

What do I need to bring for the tour and is there any money required for the El Jadida Day Trip from Casablanca?

We advise to carry some of the local money (dirhams) for incidental expenditure like; snacks and souvenirs, tipping the guide among other things. Most places nowadays accept credit cards but cash is nifty in local bazaars.

In the event that I have to cancel the tour entirely, then what should I do?

If you decide to cancel, please inform us in advance and at least 48 hours before in order to get your money back.