Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Explore One of Morocco’s Most Impressive Kasbahs
Located over the pass of the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech, Ouarzazate is home to one of the most magnificent still-standing examples of the ksars from past days. A ksar is a group of buildings made of earth that are all bound together within one set of defensive walls, and this particular one, Ait-Ben-Haddou, is a UNESCO-protected World Heritage Site. Ait-Ben-Haddou was a main trading post on the route from Sudan to Marrakech. In the more recent past, it has been the setting for many movies, including Lawrence of Arabia.
On this trip, we will transport you to Ouarzazate and Ait-Ben-Haddou. Our guide will give you a private tour through the old walled city. This picturesque location will be sure to keep your camera busy, so come prepared!
Once we have toured Ait-Ben-Haddou, we can find a nice spot for lunch and tea in the city as you prefer. Depending on time, we may also have the opportunity to visit the movie studios located in Ouarzazate.
Let us know what your interests are when booking this tour, so we can be sure to plan your perfect day. The trip to Ouarzazate takes approximately 4 hours each way, so this will be a very full day but well worth it!
Essaouira Day Trip
Experience the Lovely Beach Town of Essaouira
Essaouira is a small fishing town on the Atlantic coastline that used to be under Portuguese control and now serves as a place to unplug and relax. Life is a little bit slower here, with the sun and waves giving a relaxed atmosphere to the town. The town’s buildings are mainly white-washed with blue shutters, creating a classic Mediterranean feel while still having the medina typical of Moroccan cities.
On your day trip here, you will have the option to enjoy the beach, explore the medina shops and old fortress, and have lunch at the local fish restaurants that serve fish fresh-caught straight from the sea.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech, transport you to Essaouira, and then start with a guided tour of the town. From here, you’ll be free to take part in whichever aspect of the Essaouira experience sounds most appealing:
Get lost wandering the small walled medina and fortress
Take part in the traditional spa practice of hammam (reservation required in advance)
Enjoy the many cafes and restaurants on the water
Simply relax on the beach!
The trip to Essaouira takes approximately 3 hours each way. We will pick you up at your Marrakech hotel in the morning and drop you back at night. The timing is flexible; this is your day to enjoy!
Marrakech City Tour
Marrakech Full-Day City Tour
Marrakech is a vibrant city pulsing with activity, vendors, local goods, historical sites, and beautiful palaces. With so much to see and do, we suggest making your experience as relaxed and informative as possible by taking our full-day guided tour around the city.
Our guide will work with you to arrange an itinerary that best suits your interests and your energy level for how much to fit into one day.
A good place to start will be in the famous Djemaa en Fna Square, which is the center of all action in Marrakech. Snake charmers, cafes, fresh orange juice, and fruit vendors fill the space during the day. At night, the square turns into an open-stall dining experience.
From here, we can visit historical sites such as the Bahia Palace, Badii Palace, and Ben Youssef Medersa to see the splendid mosaics and grandeur of past days.
We’ll help you navigate the narrow, winding streets of the Souks area, seeing the local vendors in action making things like shoes, leather goods, and Argan oil, and doing some shopping or just learning from their techniques. There are many spice markets along the way to see as well.
A visit to the famous Marjorelle Gardens is always a lovely respite from the busy medina.
If there is something not listed here that you would like to be part of the tour, please email us, and we are happy to accommodate!
Orika Valley
Explore Berber Life in Orika Valley
A popular day trip from Marrakech is to visit the nearby Orika Valley. This trip will give you a deeper understanding of Berber culture and show you the way of life outside the big city.
Our first stop will be a Women’s Argan Collective. Here you will be able to see local women making products from argan (butter, cosmetics, oil) and other materials. Argan is a very important part of our culture.
From here, we will make our way through the green countryside to Setti Fatma, a small village surrounded by streams, waterfalls and mountain views. This village is a popular place for local people from Marrakech to visit as well. Here we can have lunch and tea, and you will have time to explore.
We will be sure to visit the famous tombs of Setti Fatma as well.
After this stop, you can have the option of stopping somewhere else along the route, either to take tea in an auberge or find a trail for a hike. As always, we are flexible with our itineraries and want to be sure that your day trip is how you like it!
The trip to Orika Valley takes approximately 1.5 hours each way. We will pick you up at your Marrakech hotel in the morning and drop you back at night. The timing is flexible; this is your day to enjoy!
Ouzoud Waterfalls
Spend a day enjoying the natural side of Morocco. We will take you from your Marrakech hotel through our green Moroccan countryside up to the beautiful Cascades d’Ouzoud. Along the way, we will stop to see the natural bridge of Imi Nifrid, where you can take pictures and explore a bit.
Once we’re at the waterfalls, you’ll have the option to do some walks around the area to get different views. How close you get to the pools is up to you! There are a number of spots where you can sit and enjoy a mint tea or some tajine for lunch. Our guide will present you with your different options and can accompany you if you’d like or give you the freedom to explore on your own.
The schedule of the day is at your pace; you are our guests! Once you are ready to return, we will bring you back to Marrakech.