Full-Day Trip to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah from Marrakech

Journey to Ait Ben Haddou: From Hollywood to History

Why This Tour?

• Walk through Morocco's most famous UNESCO site - a living film set
• Trace ancient caravan routes through the dramatic Ounila Valley
• Stand where Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed
• Discover the secrets of earthen architecture that's stood for centuries

Your Cinematic Day Trip:

Morning: Atlas Mountain Adventure

• 7:00 AM - Pickup from your Marrakech accommodation

• Tizi n'Tichka Pass - North Africa's highest road (2,260m)

• Hidden Gem Stop - Explore the crumbling grandeur of Telouet Kasbah

• Ounila Valley Drive - Follow the old caravan route through red-rock canyons

Midday: Step Into the Movies

• Guided Kasbah Tour - Navigate the labyrinth of Ait Ben Haddou's clay streets

• Film Buff Highlights:

  • Gladiator's training arena

  • Game of Thrones' Yunkai city

  • Lawrence of Arabia's desert fortress

• Lunch with a View - Terrace dining overlooking the kasbah

Afternoon: Return Through Time

• Free Exploration - Climb to the granary for panoramic views

• Artisan Visits - Watch local craftsmen create pottery using ancient techniques

• 5:00 PM - Return to Marrakech via changing mountain light

What Makes This Special?

✓ Beyond the Obvious - Includes lesser-known Telouet Kasbah
✓ Film Location Intel - Guides share behind-the-scenes stories
✓ Architecture Insights - Learn how these structures stay cool in desert heat

Included:

✔ Comfortable round-trip transport
✔ Multilingual driver/guide
✔ All entrance fees

Not Included:

✗ Lunch (budget ~150-250 MAD)
✗ Personal purchases

"More than a kasbah - it's where Moroccan history and Hollywood magic collide."