Atlas Mountains and Berber villages along the Tizi n'Tichka pass in Morocco

Day Trip to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah & Ouarzazate

Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site of traditional Moroccan earthen architecture

After meeting our team at your hotel/Riad ( @ 08h00 AM), you start your journey driving towards the stunning High Atlas Mountains, passing via Tizi Ntichka pass ‘2260M above the sea level. You will stop to appreciate the panoramic views before continuing your trip to one of the grandest of all the Atlas fortresses – the Kasbah of Telouet. At an altitude of over 7000 feet, this is the one-time strategic home of the ‘Lord of the Atlas’, the warrior brothers Glaoui, who ruled and rampaged over southern Morocco during the French Protectorate. Sir Winston Churchill and other VIPs were once on the exclusive guest list. The splendour of the Kasbah is gently fading, yet there is more than enough left of this fascinating and ancient residence to give you a fine example of another epoch in Morocco’s colorful history.

From here, continue east, enjoying the scenic views of the valley to the medieval mud-brick town of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah in Morocco,  it is a famous house of the Glaoui’s family and a UNESCO historical matrimonial listed. Perched on a hilltop and almost unchanged since the 11th century, Ait Benhaddou is one of Morocco’s most iconic sites. If you think you recognize the place, you probably do, as the town has a long list of film and TV credits, including Lawrence of Arabia, Game of Thrones, and Gladiator. Enjoy a walk through the winding streets of the old town, making your way to the top of the hill, from where you can enjoy the views across the surrounding plains.  

After lunch, head to the desert hub and filming location of Ouarzazate. Join a movie studio tour and discover which of your favorite movies were filmed in the nearby desert regions. Movie buffs may appreciate a visit to the Musée du Cinema. Then return to Marrakech through the winding roads of the High Atlas. Drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech. 

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  • star rating  Family fun in Morocco  - I could not be more delighted with the service that we received from this company from the day we booked it to the day we were dropped at the airport.... read more We were a party of 12. Nine of my grandchildren plus their partners (all in their 20’s) plus 3 other family members.
    We were met on time by our fantastic driver Ibrahim who stayed with us all week. Our vehicle was a brand new Mercedes mini-bus. We also had different guides to some of the more historic places. Our travels took us from Marrakech to The Atlas Mountains, Sahara desert, Casablanca, Fez and Essaouira. We have unforgettable memories of camel riding into the sunset and dancing to Berber musicians infront of a fire pit late into the night.
    The accomodation was outstanding in old, picturesque Riads everywhere (except luxury tents .with proper bathrooms . in the desert).
    I cannot recommend this company too highly. We received exactly what was promised and they were always flexible if we needed to make a change.
    Ofcourse, it’s helpful to have words of warning. There were some very long days of driving as we covered a lot of territory. This is not a choice for the less fit. Lots of steep stairs, not always with hand rails. . But I am 84 and I made it.
    Also, don’t travel with checked in luggage. You don’t need many clothes and it’s easier to carry small cases.
    This is our experience of just one of the many tours run by this excellent company. Good luck.

    avatar thumb Judy C
    12 April 2025

    star rating  Great way to see the beautiful country of Morocco!  - Incredible opportunity to see everything Morocco has to offer in just one week! Tour guides and our driver, Ibrahim, were very knowledgable about different cities and towns. The minibus was... read more comfortable and we were accommodated well with our lunch stops and tour breaks on each drive. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking to be fully immersed in Moroccan culture.

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    14 April 2025

    star rating  Exploring Marrakech  - I had a great experience with this company. We used their services for airport pick-up and drop-offs as well as tours/excursions. Drivers Mohamed and Yasser made us very comfortable and... read more are safe drivers on the busy streets of Marrakech. Musafeh, our tour guide was a wealth of knowledge, knew his way around town and very patient as we explored the souks, museum and garden. He guided us safely through the souks. He was very interactive with us through conversations and helped us with the merchants. Top 10 service.

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    17 April 2025

Itinerary on the Map

Pick up from Marrakech – Tizin Tichka- Telouet Kasbah – High Atlas Mountains- Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- Atlas Studio Cinema in Ouarzazate – Back to Marrakech
  • All Days Comfortable, Air Conditioned and Wifi-Equipped Private Vehicle
  • Professional & Multilingual Private Local Driver
  • Multilingual & Knowledgeable Private Local Guides
  • Refreshing Drinks ( Mineral Water & Mint Tea)
  • Monuments Fees, Museums & Gardens Tickets
  • Private Pick up from & Drop off at the Airports
  • VAT, Regional Taxes & No Hidden Fees
  • 24/7 Customer Care & Support
  • Airline / Ferry /Cruiseline Tickets
  • Travel Insurance ( We strongly recommend the purchase of insurance)
  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Tips

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