Day Trip from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate

Overview:

Escape the streets of Marrakesh and drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains to discover the ancient fortified towns as Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate. These historic gems, set among dramatic mountain landscapes, offer a glimpse into Morocco’s rich heritage with their impressive kasbahs.

Highlights:

  • Scenic Drive through Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
  • Visit to Ait Benhaddou.
  • Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate.
  • Movie Studios.

The itinerary:

 

Your journey begins with a drive from Marrakech toward the High Atlas Mountains , passing through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass, offering sweeping views of dramatic mountain peaks and deep valleys.

After crossing the pass, we ’ll visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its spectacular kasbahs. This ancient fortified village, with its mud-brick architecture and winding alleyways, offers a glimpse into the past. 

Afterward, continue your journey to Ouarzazate, known for its movie studios and as a backdrop to numerous Hollywood productions such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

Before leaving we will have the chance to explore the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, a stunning example of Moroccan architecture.

At the end of the day, we will take a direct route back to Marrakesh to drop you off at your accommodations as quickly as possible.