From Marrakech: Day Trip to Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou

Duration

13 - 14 Hours

Max People

17

Min Age

2+

Pickup

Airpot/hotel

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Duration 13 - 14 hours

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Driver

Arabic, French, English

Private group available

Pickup included

Meet your driver at your hotel or riad in Marrakech. If the accommodation is not accessible by car, you will be provided with a link in an email to the nearest meeting point.

Experience

Itinerary
 
07:00 AM
pickup location:

pickup from your hotel or riad.

Van :

(1 hour)

Atlas Mountains:

Break time (15 minutes)

Optional, Extra fee

Tizi n'Tichka:

Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

Van:

(80 minutes)

Ouarzazate:

Visit, Guided tour (80 minutes)

Extra fee

Van:

(20 minutes)

Ksar Aït Benhaddou:

Visit, Lunch, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Extra fee

Van Drive back:

Drive back to marrakech (3 hours)

Marrakech - Drop-off locations:

Direction from Marrakech to Ouarzazate.

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka pass in the Atlas Mountains
  • Visit the well-preserved Aït Benhaddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Discover Ouarzazate, where Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator and The Mummy were filmed
  • Enjoy the perfect nature and amazing landscapes during your day trip

Full description

Discover local village, natural landscapes, and Kasbah Ait Benhaddou fortress on this day trip from Marrakech. Travel in an airconditioned van or car and stay connected with wi-fi access as you drive. Uncover movie-magic with a stop at the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate…

Start your day trip with pickup from your Marrakech accommodation from 7-8 AM. Hop inside a spacious and comfortable vehicle and soak up the scenery as you travel into the Atlas Mountains. Immerse yourself in local culture with a stop at the small village ofAit Ben Barka near the hilly countryside of Toufliht. Explore the area with your driver and learn about the schedule sights for your trip. Have some free time for a break before crossing the the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Stop to capture pictures of mountain peaks on the pass from 7,415 feet above sea level (2,260 meters). Continue on to the Atlas Film Studios at Ouarzazate, the largest film studio in the world which famously featured in the TV series Game of Thrones. Spend some free time to visit the studios or to explore on your own. Take some pictures of the unique rugged local landscapes in the area. After the studio, you purchase lunch at one of the best restaurants in the area, with excellent prices and stunning panoramic views.  Finally, head to the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, which is recognized as a UNESCO site and one of the most extraordinary kasbahs (fortresses) in Morocco. End your day of scenic views and memories by relaxing in your comfortable air-conditioned vehicle on your drive back to your hotel in Marrakech.

Included

Important information

What to bring

What to bring
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
Know before you go:

Please note, due to current construction works on the road, the trip may take longer than planned

 

Customer Reviews

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Anonymous (Pakistan)
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Paula G. (United States)
A fantastic taste of Berber culture

Fantastic day trip! The shared group tour provided a seamless experience from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. The guide's insights, coupled with the stunning scenery, created lasting memories. A definite five-star rating!

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Diana P. (Germany)
Highly recommend tour for local trip in Marrakech

Picture-perfect tour! The shared group experience from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate was a photographer's dream. The guide's insights added depth to the scenery, making it a truly memorable day. Five stars – can't recommend it enough

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Javier G. (Norway)
3 weeks in Morocco

A long but enjoyable day trip from Marrakech. Well worth it for the scenery alone along the Atlas Mountains. Ait Ben Haddou itself is a memorable location. Great communication with the local tour company

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Martin G. (Germany)
Amazing experience

Incredible landscapes and cultural insights! The shared group tour to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate exceeded expectations. Our guide shared fascinating stories, and the camaraderie among fellow travelers added a special touch. Five stars for this enriching experience!

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