From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
Duration: Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Flexible (up to 13 hours)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
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Experience an beautiful day trip departing from Marrakesh, Morocco, where you'll start a scenic journey through fascinating landscapes. Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi as your guide shares insights and stories about the region's rich culture and history. On this 4-hour adventure, marvel at traditional Berber villages nestled among hillsides and take in stunning views of rugged peaks and verdant valleys before reaching the Tizi n'Tichka pass at a stunning elevation of 7,415 feet with snow-capped Atlas Mountains as your backdrop.
Experience an beautiful day trip departing from Marrakesh, Morocco, where you'll start a scenic journey through fascinating landscapes. Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi as your guide shares insights and stories about the region's rich culture and history. On this 4-hour adventure, marvel at traditional Berber villages nestled among hillsides and take in stunning views of rugged peaks and verdant valleys before reaching the Tizi n'Tichka pass at a stunning elevation of 7,415 feet with snow-capped Atlas Mountains as your backdrop.
Experience a full-day journey starting with round-trip transfers from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate, the ‘door of the desert,’ followed by Ait Benhaddou. This trip is ideal for those who appreciate culture.
Capture stunning views at Tizi-n-Tichka pass where your professional guide will provide insights and you can stop to take photos at an elevation of 7,415 feet above sea level.
Visit the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, recognized as the world’s largest film studio. It has been a backdrop for productions like Game of Thrones among other Hollywood films.
Discover Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage status and constructed from traditional mud bricks with walls made of dark red pisé.
Did you know? Ouarzazate is not only famous as the filming location for Game of Thrones but also served as a backdrop for movies like Gladiator, Asterix and Obelix, Aladdin, and Alexander.
Admission for a full-day exploration of Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou
Access to round-trip transfers from Marrakesh
Entry includes an AC vehicle for your comfort during the journey
Use of a professional driver/guide throughout From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
Admission charges
Food and drinks
Ait Benhaddou kasbah with surrounding landscape on a day trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate.
A scenic drive through Morocco
Begins with a 4-hour full-day trip from Marrakesh. Enjoy comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi and guided by a professional driver/guide, who shares stories of the Moroccan landscape as you travel. The journey takes you past traditional Berber villages located into hillsides, offering views of rugged peaks and lush valleys. Make a stop at Ben Barka near Toufliht to stretch your legs in its tranquil setting before ascending Tizi n'Tichka pass.
At an elevation of 7,415 feet, the stunning snow-capped Atlas Mountains rise dramatically against Morocco's desert expanses from this vantage point. This view captures the grandeur and uniqueness of the landscape you're traveling through.
Your adventure continues to Ouarzazate
Located in the heart of “Hollywood of Morocco,” your trip includes a visit to Atlas Film Studios, known for its iconic cinematic backdrops used in films like Game of Thrones and Gladiator. Here, explore behind-the-scenes at this renowned studio.
- Spend time wandering around and capturing photos (at your own expense).
Next, experience the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Benhaddou—a mesmerizing 11th-century fortress made of ancient earthen clay. Its towering red pisé walls stand as a desert marvel frozen in time, offering an excellent photo opportunity to capture Morocco’s architectural heritage.
The journey's end
As the day concludes and you head back towards Marrakesh, take in the stunning view of the sun setting over the Berber deserts—a perfect finale to your exploration from Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou.
Tourists exploring Ait Benhaddou Kasbah's historic architecture on a day trip from Marrakech, Morocco.
Visitors walking towards ancient Egyptian set at Atlas Studios, Ouarzazate, Morocco.
Ait Benhaddou kasbah with surrounding landscape on a day trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate.
Tourists exploring Ait Benhaddou Kasbah's historic architecture on a day trip from Marrakech, Morocco.
Visitors walking towards ancient Egyptian set at Atlas Studios, Ouarzazate, Morocco.
Winding road through the Atlas Mountains on the way to Ouarzazate from Marrakech.
Sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, water bottle, and scarf are essentials to bring for your adventure.
Pet Policy
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot accompany you on this experience.
Age Restrictions
Safety measures restrict participation in this experience to guests aged 5 years and above.
Accessibility Notes
- This adventure is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with prams/strollers.
If you have back, neck issues, cardiac concerns, or are pregnant, consider your comfort as this experience may pose challenges.
Booking Details
- Mentioning the name of your hotel or Riad during booking is compulsory.
Your mobile and WhatsApp numbers must be provided at the time of booking for emergency contact purposes, including any changes in pickup details.
Passengers seated inside an AC transfer bus for the Golden Circle & Glacier Snowmobile Tour.
Group of tourists exploring Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou from Marrakech.
Winding road through the Atlas Mountains on the way to Ouarzazate from Marrakech.
Passengers seated inside an AC transfer bus for the Golden Circle & Glacier Snowmobile Tour.
Group of tourists exploring Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou from Marrakech.
Bring sunglasses and sunscreen for protection against the sun during your scenic drive through Morocco's landscapes.
Plan to start with exploring Ouarzazate before heading to Ait Benhaddou if you want to maximize your time efficiently, as it’s a full-day trip.
If traveling in peak season, book your slot at least a day in advance to avoid sold-out sessions and ensure smooth round-trip transfers.
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