Day trip to Ait ben haddou - Ouarzazate from Marrakech

Overview

We will start this day trip from Marrakech to Kasbah Ait Benhaddou crossing the Atlas Mountains. The winding roads, changing scenery, colourful valleys, shepherds with their flocks, Berber villages high up on the hillsides, make this a picturesque drive

Highlights

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

Cancellation Policy

Flexible: Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund

Spoken languages

frensh, english, spanish

Duration

1 day

Period

All year round

Trip grad

Moderate

Itineraries

Day 1: Marrakech – Tichka pass 2260m - Ait ben haddou - Marrakech

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 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.

Includes:

Transfers from and to your hotel
English, French speaking Berber tour leader
Tea & Lunch
Visit of the Kasbahs

Excludes:

Soft drink (water....)
Personal travel insurance

Price

Group 1 person : On request
Group 2 – 3 people : Euro/person
Group 4 – 7 people : Euro/person
Group 8 – 12 people : Euro/person

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The best seasons for trekking in Morocco.
Equipment and supplies for required Trekking.
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Experience and physical condition required for Trekking.

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