Aït Benhaddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech
Aït Benhaddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech
Tour Overview
Depart early from Marrakech on a full-day private journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi-n’Tichka Pass. Experience breathtaking mountain views, visit the legendary Aït Benhaddou — a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones, and explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco,” with its historic Kasbahs and film studios. This day trip is perfect for history lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting a taste of Morocco’s cinematic heart.
Duration: 1 day
Start: Marrakech • End: Marrakech
Itinerary
Morning: Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Aït Benhaddou
Early pick-up from your hotel or riad.
Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi-n’Tichka Pass with stops at panoramic viewpoints and Berber villages.
Arrive at Aït Benhaddou, explore the ksar’s mud-brick alleys, granaries, and towers.
Midday: Lunch & Ouarzazate Exploration
Enjoy lunch near Aït Benhaddou or in Ouarzazate (depending on time).
Visit Ouarzazate: explore the Kasbah Taourirt and/or local film studios to see where many famous movies were filmed.
Afternoon: Return to Marrakech
Depart Ouarzazate in the afternoon, driving back over the Atlas Mountains.
Drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech by evening.
End of tour.
What’s Included
Private A/C transport + fuel
English-speaking driver/guide
Pick-up & drop-off in Marrakech
Entrance to Aït Benhaddou Kasbah
Stops at viewpoints and Berber villages
Not Included
Meals & drinks (lunch optional)
Entrance fees to film studios (if applicable)
Optional extras (photo stops, souvenirs, etc.)
Note
This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add activities, or adjust the pace. Just contact us for customization.
Why Travel With Morocco Ino Tours?
Comfort & Authenticity: hand-picked Riads and desert camps
Flexibility: private tours with your own driver and car
Local expertise: discover Morocco through the eyes of locals
Unforgettable experiences: camel rides, desert campfire music, Atlas panoramas