Day trip from Ouarzazate: Teloute, Ait Ben Haddou & Oasis Fint including lunch

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

This is an unforgettable full-day private guided tour in and around the diverse landscapes of the desert capital Ouarzazate and it gives you an overview of the film studios and different movie sites of the area. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to visit two ancient Kasbahs without hassle. Tour the famous Aït Ben Haddou-Kasbah und explore the fascinating Telouet Kasbah in the Atlas mountains. Hear about the movies that have been filmed in the ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ and have a typical lunch at a local family's home.
Last but not least, visit the Oasis of Fint for guided walk and learn more about the Berber village life. Enjoy the stunning view of the Fint valley and its palm groves before you drive back to Ouarzazate.

What's Included

Local guide at Ait Ben Haddou
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour by 4x4 or Minibus
Private driver/guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, including fuel
Private Local Guide in Telouet Kasbah & entrance fees
Entrance fees for the guided tour in Atlas Studios
Lunch including water and tea at a local families home
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please wait in the reception area of your accommodation in Ouarzazate. Pick up at the airport Ouarzazate (arrivals) also possible. Please note that we do not offer pick ups in AirBnB's and private residences. In that case, your meeting point will be the parking in front of the Carrefour market in Ouarzazate, which is located opposite of the Hotel La Perle du Sud.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start the day at the old Kasbah of Ouarzazate named Taourirt where you have some time to explore the narrow pedestrian streets on your own and visit the palace with its countless rooms which seem like a labyrinth. Afterwards, you can have a look at the movie museum just on the other side of the road.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Atlas Film Studio

    Continue to the Atlas Corporation film studios, where you can discover the diverse sets and listen to the anecdotes of the multiple movies and actors. Several famous movies like Gladiator, Babel, Prince of Persia, and recently The Physician have been shot in those studios. Guided tour of the movie studios in a group included.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ait Ben Haddou

    A little outside of Ouarzazate lies Aït Ben Haddou, the fortified clay city with its numerous ksars and kasbahs, where several famous movies such as Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven and Prince of Persia have been shot. This photogenic city is also listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a guided tour with a local guide.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Continue through the breathtaking landscape to Telouet. This fortress was occupied by Thami el Glaoui before he was expelled by independence efforts. One section has unfortunately disintegrated into red sand, but you can still visit the beautiful rooms with mosaic tiles and wood carvings.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    After the visit, we pass the High Atlas mountains over the Aguelmous pass with scenic views. We can stop for panoramic views of the berber Villages and visit a cooperative run by women in the Atlas Mountains, where the famous Argan oil is produced by hand and organic delicacies and beauty products are sold.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    You'll continue the tour to the Oasis Fint, where you will enjoy your traditional lunch at a local family's home. You have time to explore the quiet and peaceful oasis at the river together with a guide and learn about the local life of the friendly inhabitants. Return travel to Ouarzazate and get dropped off at your Hotel/Riad in the late afternoon. For lunch, you can choose between Couscous or Tajine (both with meat, chicken or vegetarian), or meat skewers.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
Supplied by Explore Morocco Travel SARL

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Movie Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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