Ait Ben Haddou Kasbahs & Atlas Mountains - Day trip from Marrakech - private

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(20 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

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

This beautiful medieval Kasbah, or fortified city, is located along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. The Kasbah is UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for the several films that have been shot here.To get there you will drive across imposing landscapes to view the High Atlas chain and desert panoramas.

What's Included

Local guide
Driver/guide
Lunch
Professional art historian guide
Soft drinks (mineral water, Fanta etc)
Tips

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick up all travelers from their accommodation in Marrakech at 7 AM, for some accommodations in the old Medina the pick-up will be from the nearest accessible point.

OR
Meeting point
Hôtel Ali
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou

    A 1 day shared tour to Ouarzazate and Kasbah Ait ben haddou. The tour starts from Marrakech at 7:00 am with approximate return time around 6:00pm. The tour goes over the Atlas Mountains, so you will be able to enjoy beautiful landscapes with local villages and elevated scenery of the surrounding areas during your journey. After 3 hours driving we will reach Kasbah Ait ben Haddou, which is an ancient building to explore. When reaching Ouarzazete, we will have a tour around the city, having a look at Kasbahs and the beautiful surrounding area. Ouarzazete is a popular film making location. You will have an opportunity to visit film studios and even enjoy a lunch or drink coffee at the studio cafe hotel. When visiting Ouarzazate, very often there is a chance to see international and even Hollywood film crews shooting a movie. Films such as Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Kundun (1997), Legionnaire (1998), Hanna (2011), and Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2011) were shot there. During the· tour, we have a lot of things to see and to do during your day.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui

    A 1 day shared tour to Ouarzazate and Kasbah Ait ben haddou. The tour starts from Marrakech at 7:00 am with approximate return time around 6:00pm. The tour goes over the Atlas Mountains, so you will be able to enjoy beautiful landscapes with local villages and elevated scenery of the surrounding areas during your journey. After 3 hours driving we will reach Kasbah Ait ben Haddou, which is an ancient building to explore. When reaching Ouarzazete, we will have a tour around the city, having a look at Kasbahs and the beautiful surrounding area. Ouarzazete is a popular film making location. You will have an opportunity to visit film studios and even enjoy a lunch or drink coffee at the studio cafe hotel. When visiting Ouarzazate, very often there is a chance to see international and even Hollywood film crews shooting a movie. Films such as Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Kundun (1997), Legionnaire (1998), Hanna (2011), and Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2011) were shot there. During the· tour, we have a lot of things to see and to do during your day.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Dress code is smart casual
Supplied by Toubkal Guide

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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