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Excursions throughout Morocco


During your stay in our hotel, we can organize your outings, visits, or excursions with English and French-speaking chauffeurs in private air-conditioned cars. We will be delighted to offer you our experience and advice. We provide tailor-made circuits and work with multilingual professionals to provide you with the best service during your visits.

Our Circuits


The Ourika Valley, a nature destination to explore during your stay in our guesthouse in Marrakech.

SETTI FATMA,
THE POPULAR OURIKA VALLEY

On a day trip with a private chauffeur, you will discover the freshness of the waterfalls in the Ourika Valley, its lush vegetation, and its typical restaurants where you can have lunch with your feet in the water.
The Ourika Valley can also be authentic, a side you can discover during your stay in our guesthouse in Marrakech.

OURIKA,
OFF THE BEATEN PATH

Although the Ourika Valley may be touristy, it still holds hidden treasures away from the tourist crowds. Our guide, who is from one of the villages in the valley, will take you on a 4-hour walk to discover these more untouched places.
The Atlas Mountains, an essential destination you can enjoy during your stay at Riad Houdou, our guesthouse in Marrakech.

THE 3 VALLEYS
CIRCUIT WITH DRIVER IN THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS

Driven by a chauffeur, in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle, you will traverse 3 valleys - Ourika, Asni, and Takerkoust - to admire the landscapes during a circuit punctuated by various stops at points of interest.
The Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains, a nature destination to explore during your stay in our guesthouse in Marrakech.

OUIRGANE,
IN THE HEART OF THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS

Discover unknown Berber villages and meet a Moroccan family over a traditional meal on this hike designed for mountain and hiking enthusiasts.
Meeting the locals in Amizmiz: a must-visit during your stay at our guesthouse in Marrakech

TREK TO AMIZMIZ
DISCOVERING BERBER CULTURE

On a one-day, two-day, or longer trek, go and discover traditional Berber life in the Atlas Mountains. In a landscape preserved from mass tourism, you will encounter authenticity just one hour away from Marrakech. Ali and Norreddine, professional guides, will share their knowledge of the area and adapt to your pace (possibility of a mule ride for children). Enjoy a meal with a local family, visit a traditional henna mill, learn pottery, and explore the local flora and fauna...
Discover the Berber culture in Imlil during your stay at our guesthouse in Marrakech

LIKE THE BERBERS
IN IMLIL

On a mule like the Berber villagers, you will discover the Imlil Valley, the starting point of Mount Toubkal, and be welcomed in a Berber guesthouse where the hostess will have cooked a typical meal for you. Guaranteed change of scenery and breathtaking landscapes.
Ouzoud Waterfalls, a refreshing destination during your stay at our guesthouse in Marrakech

OUZOUD WATERFALLS
EXCURSION

On a day trip with a private chauffeur, head towards the Middle Atlas where you can admire one of Morocco's most impressive attractions. The river plunges over 100 meters in a complex network of waterfalls, forming 3 large falls and several smaller cascades.
Discover Aït Ben Haddou, a true treasure of history during your stay at our guesthouse

AÏT BEN HADDOU KASBAH
EXCURSION

On a day trip with a private chauffeur, passing through the majestic Tichka Pass road, you will encounter one of the most beautiful and well-preserved Berber citadels, Aït Ben Haddou. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the village, with its earthen buildings, is a fine example of traditional Moroccan southern architecture.
The bay of Essaouira in all its splendor, to discover during your stay at our guesthouse in Marrakech

THE MEDINA AND THE BAY
OF ESSAOUIRA

On a day trip with a private chauffeur, you can enjoy the fresh sea air of Essaouira, its port where you can savor fresh fish, and its charming little medina that can be explored on foot.
Experience the desert during your stay at our guesthouse in Marrakech

ZAGORA OR MERZOUGA
THE DESERT EXPERIENCE

In an air-conditioned minivan with a private chauffeur, for two days or more, you will cross the Tichka Pass to reach the Moroccan desert. For at least 3 days, you will reach Merzouga after passing through the magnificent Dades Valley. If you have limited time, Zagora is the recommended destination. Whichever you choose, you will discover astonishing landscapes that will ensure an unforgettable experience.

Discover Marrakech, the Red City


Feel free to ask our staff for information about activities to do in the city. Here are some suggestions for outings, all within a 15-minute walk from your room. If you wish, we organize half-day and full-day tours with certified guides who speak your language and will share their passion for this unique medina. Reservation required.

Camel ride in Marrakech, a must-try activity that will enhance your stay in our guesthouse.

CAMEL RIDE
IN THE PALM GROVE

From two people, you can traverse the Marrakech palm grove on a camel ride. It is a particularly enjoyable experience at sunset. Contact us for rates.
Discover Marrakech from the sky, a must-try activity that will enhance your stay in our guesthouse.

THE SURROUNDINGS OF MARRAKECH
FROM ABOVE

Treat yourself to an unforgettable hot air balloon ride with our partner. With professional pilots, you will see Morocco like few people do, enjoying the magical spectacle of the sunrise over the Atlas Mountains. A truly magical experience. Contact us for rates.
The Ben Youssef Medersa, a monument to visit near Riad Houdou, just a stone's throw from the guesthouse.

NEARBY THE RIAD
BEN YOUSSEF MEDERSA

Famous for its magnificent ceramics and built in 1564, the Ben Youssef Medersa, dating back to the Saadian era, is the largest in Morocco. It is a 5-minute walk from the riad and can be visited from 9 am to 6 pm every day.
The Secret Garden of Marrakech, just a ten-minute walk from our guesthouse.

THE SECRET GARDEN

Formerly the residence of political figures, it follows the great tradition of Arab-Andalusian and Moroccan palaces. Located 10 minutes from the riad, the place can be visited from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm.
The Museum of Confluences, an activity just a ten-minute walk from our guesthouse.

THE MUSEUM OF CONFLUENCES
DAR EL BACHA

A typical riad with its garden surrounded by six rooms, this majestic building will captivate you with the richness of its ornamentation and the beauty of its architecture. Located ten minutes from the riad, it is open for visits from 10 am to 6 pm.
Visit the Artisan Souk, located just a ten-minute walk from our guesthouse.

THE ARTISAN SOUK
OF MARRAKECH

Just a few minutes from the riad, this true labyrinth of commerce will immerse you in traditional craftsmanship, where you can discover dyers, basket weavers, metalworkers, and spice vendors. A unique experience.
Jemaa El-Fna Square, a must-visit destination just a ten-minute walk from our guesthouse.

JEMAA EL-FNA SQUARE

At the heart of the Marrakech medina, it is also the most important square. Public life unfolds throughout the day with its various actors, from snake charmers to Gnawa musicians and restaurant owners who set up their stalls every evening. Located 15 minutes on foot from the riad, it offers an incredible and ever-changing spectacle from morning till night.

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Riad Houdou
Street Essebtiyne, Moukef district
54 Derb el Hammam
Marrakech, Morocco