From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
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Highlights

  • Perfect for culture lovers, this day trip takes you to Ouarzazate, the “door of the desert,” and Ait Benhaddou, with comfortable round-trip transfers.
  • Get insights from your guide about the Tizi-n-Tichka pass and make a photo stop here to capture pictures at 7,415 feet above sea level.
  • Explore the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, the world’s largest film studio, featured in *Game of Thrones* and other Hollywood hits.
  • Head to the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sculpted from traditional mud bricks and fortified by walls of dark red pisé.
  • Fun Fact: Apart from Game of Thrones, Ouarzazate has been the filming location for other hits such as Gladiator, Asterix and Obelix, Aladdin, and Alexander!

Your Experience

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.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 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

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  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

  • While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.

  • If your hotel is not in the pickup zone, you will be provided with the nearest pickup location.

  • On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, and scarf for the experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience. Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers. Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for back and neck issues, cardiac issues, and pregnant people.

It’s mandatory to provide the hotel or Riad name during the booking. Please provide your mobile & WhatsApp number during the booking. It is mandatory as this information will be used in case of any emergency or change in pickup details.

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