Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and Fint Oasis – 2 Days
Ouarzazate is a city born from the earth itself, located in the desert south of Morocco. With breathtaking landscapes ranging from scorching sands to snow-capped peaks, lush palm groves, green oases, and fortified kasbahs, Ouarzazate offers an idyllic charm that feels like stepping into another millennium. Two majestic kasbahs stand out: Taourirt and Ait Ben Haddou, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ouarzazate, with its luxurious hotels, is the perfect stop before venturing into the desert for a journey full of unique sensations.
Day 1: Marrakech – Telouet Kasbah – Ait Ben Haddou
Begin your morning with a departure from your hotel in Marrakech in an air-conditioned vehicle, heading toward Ouarzazate. Marvel at the stunning Moroccan landscapes as you pass through the winding Tizi n'Tichka pass, climbing the High Atlas Mountains. Continue along the scenic road to the Telouet Kasbah, the ancestral home of the Pasha Glaoui of Marrakech. Enjoy a peaceful lunch at the historic kasbah (lunch at your own expense), then follow the Telouet trail, once part of the ancient trade route connecting sub-Saharan Africa to Marrakech.
Upon reaching the lush hidden valley of Ounila with its red and green olive groves, visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Watch a spectacular sunset from the top of the kasbah tower before checking into your hotel for the night.
Overnight: Hotel at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Day 2: Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Fint Oasis – Marrakech
After breakfast, board your air-conditioned vehicle and head to Ouarzazate, where films such as Game of Thrones, Star Wars, and Gladiator were filmed. Enjoy panoramic views and visit the ancient Taourirt Kasbah, another UNESCO World Heritage site, and the home of two film studios and the Cinema Museum. Explore the studios before continuing to the stunning Fint Oasis, a picturesque palm grove made up of four traditional Berber villages. Visit a Berber home and savor traditional Moroccan mint tea. After lunch (at your own expense), return to Marrakech in the late afternoon.
