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Classic · Day trip

Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou & Telouet Day Trip from Ouarzazate

Travel through the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco, explore the world-famous Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, walk along the Ounila Valley, visit the imposing Kasbah Telouet, and drive across the High Atlas Mountains — all in one immersive day.

Duration

Day trip

Starts

Ouarzazate

Ends

Ouarzazate

Format

Private, with your own driver

Tour overview.

Travel through the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco, explore the world-famous Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, walk along the Ounila Valley, visit the imposing Kasbah Telouet, and drive across the High Atlas Mountains — all in one immersive day.

Day

01

Ouarzazate

The day

Depart Ouarzazate around 08:30 AM from your riad or hotel. Visit film studios / sets near Ouarzazate before heading toward Aït Ben Haddou. Explore Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site used in many films. Drive through the Ounila Valley, passing Berber villages, orchards, terraced fields. Arrive at Kasbah Telouet, the former Glaoui family palace — walk its exterior and learn about its history. Return to Ouarzazate via the southern slopes of the High Atlas Mountains (main Marrakech–Ouarzazate road). Drop you off at your accommodation in Ouarzazate in late afternoon / evening.

Good to know.

Best time to travel.

Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) offer mild temperatures and are ideal for desert travel. Summer can be very hot in the desert, and winter nights may be cold in the mountains.

Nothing here is fixed.

This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add activities (like ATV, extra stops), or adjust the pace. Just contact us for customization.

What's included

  • Private air-conditioned transport (4×4 or deluxe van)
  • English / French / Spanish / Italian speaking driver/guide
  • Hotel/riad pick-up & drop-off in Ouarzazate
  • Lunch in a local restaurant
  • Free time to walk through Aït Ben Haddou and exterior of Telouet
  • Stops in Berber villages, Ounila Valley, mountain viewpoints

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Entrance fees (if applicable)
  • Tips

Let's plan this trip together.

Every journey is shaped to the people on it. Tell us your dates, your pace, and what pulls you here — we’ll come back with a tailored itinerary and a clear quote.

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