2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

Overview

Begin your journey from Marrakech to explore mountain kasbahs and Berber villages on a 2-day tour to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. Traverse the High Atlas, winding through valleys bordered by snowy peaks and entering the fortified walls of ancient Ksar. Discover the unique architecture of Ait-Ben-Haddou, enjoying breathtaking views from this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness the sunrise over the expansive Unira Valley and visit the iconic ramparts and studios of Ouarzazate. Stroll through the rustling shade of a palm oasis and partake in a traditional Berber tea party in a local home.

Highlights

  • Visit and admire the beautiful landscape of Oasis Fint
  • Ride through the Atlas Mountains with an English-speaking driver
  • Explore historic kasbahs, including one that is a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Spend the night in a comfortable hotel, surrounded by the beauty of the Atlas Mountains
  • Enjoy the perfect nature and amazing Morroccan landscapes
Included
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Pick up and drop off at the hotel
  • Driver / guide
  • Local guide for the visit of the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah
excluded
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities.
  • Personal expenses on the itinerary

Depart from your Marrakech hotel at 8:30 AM in an air-conditioned vehicle bound for Ouarzazate. Enjoy the breathtaking Moroccan landscapes and quaint terraced villages as you ascend the High Atlas via the winding Tizi-n-Tichka Pass. Follow the scenic roads to Telouet Kasbah, the ancestral home of the Pasha of Marrakech, Glaoui. Savor a leisurely lunch at a historic kasbah before crossing the Teruet Trail, an ancient trade route linking Sub-Saharan Africa with Marrakech.

Upon reaching the striking red landscapes and lush olive trees of the Unira Valley, explore the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness the stunning sunset from the top tower of the Kasbah, then enjoy dinner and check in for an overnight stay at the 3-star Ait Benhaddou Hotel.

After breakfast, board your air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive to Ouarzazate, a renowned filming location for movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars, and Gladiator. Enjoy panoramic views and visit the historic Taourirt Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses two film studios and the Museum of Cinema. Explore the studios, then proceed to the picturesque Fint Oasis, a lush palm grove comprising four traditional Berber villages. Visit a Berber house and savor Moroccan mint tea. Enjoy lunch before returning to Marrakech in the late afternoon.

 

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