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Full Day Trip to Ouarzazate from Marrakech

Full Day Trip To Unesco Kasbahs And Road Of Caravans In Ouarzazate From Marrakech

Introduction

You will explore the innumerable adobe kasbahs, mountains and arid plains, valleys and green oasis and its countless palm groves. You will also enjoy a visit to the Cinema Museum and one of the most beautiful Kasbahs in the region; Kasbah of Taourirt. Kasbah recognized by its strategic position in the High Atlas; and then, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou; a fortified village offering a fascinating panorama of ancient earthen houses.

Highlights

  • Drive through the High Atlas and explore a scenic route via the Tichka Pass at an altitude of approximately 2260m..
  • Enjoy a traditional berber lunch in Ouarzazate.
  • Visit kasbah ait ben hadou, a unesco world heritage site and enjoy the beautiful views of onnila valley.
  • Visit the ancient Pasha House Kasabh Taourirt.
  • Discover the charm of the city of Ouarzazate.
  • Enjoy a visit to the cinema museum and cinema studio in Ouarzazate.
  • Discover the private life of the berber living in the high atlas mountains.

Details of the trip

During this private guided tour to Ouarzazate and Ait ben haddou Kasbah from Marrakech you will explore the most beautiful landscapes and sceneries along the drive to Ouarzazate. You will start from your accommodation in Marrakech at 8 AM; and after crossing the plain of El Haouz, you continue up through the high Atlas Mountains. You will have time to admire the beautiful landscapes throughout the trip.

Continue south on route from the Ounila Valley to Ait Ben Haddou, an exceptional fortified site of adobe architecture marked as world heritage by UNESCO since 1987, here many films shot such as "Gladiator" “Lawrence d’Arabie”, “Alexander”. Walk in this village and take great pictures. After the visit of the Kasbah you will continue to the city of Ouarzazate where you visit the Cinema museum, Cinema studios and another world heritage UNESCO Kasbah Taourirte. After that, you will drive back to Marrakech enjoying the sunset on the High Atlas in an unforgettable image with unique colors.

Good to Know

Included

  • English speaking Guide/Driver.
  • Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included.
  • Mineral water during the trip.
  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Guided walking tour in Ait ben haddou Kasbah with local guide.

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Tips and gratuities

Itinerary with maps