Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech
by Morocco Destination Experts
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€70Overview
This full-day bus trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate lasts about 12 to 14 hours. The journey crosses the Tizi n Tichka mountain pass, located 2,260 meters above sea level and known for its winding roads. There is a short stop at a local terrace overlooking Berber villages and varied landscapes where participants can have coffee or tea and take photos. At Ait Ben Haddou, the group spends around two hours, including about one hour for exploring the fortified village and an additional hour for lunch. Visitors have the option to hire a local guide to learn about the village’s history and its connection to the Game of Thrones filming locations. Afterward, the tour continues to Ouarzazate, where guests can visit the Taourirt Kasbah or, optionally, local film studios. The stop at Taourirt Kasbah lasts about 20 minutes and includes time to walk from the parking area to the Kasbah entrance. The return trip leads back to Marrakech, concluding the day’s itinerary. The trip includes air conditioning on the vehicle and offers stops for rest upon request. A local guide and lunch are included only with the private option. For shared tours, a local guide at Ait Ben Haddou, lunch, entrance to studios, bottled water, and snacks are not included and available at extra cost.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tizi n Tichka
The route passes through a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2260 meters (7410 feet) above sea level, with many curves and turns. Visitors can take photos from a panoramic view at a local restaurant.
15 min
Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
This fortified village lies near the Anti-Atlas mountains and looks like an old castle, known locally as a Kasbah or fortress in the Berber language. The group spends about two hours here, including roughly one hour for visiting the village and one hour for lunch. Visitors can hire a local guide to learn about the area and its role as a filming location.
120 min
Taourirt Kasbah
After Ait Ben Haddou, the tour stops for about 20 minutes at a parking spot in front of the Taourirt Kasbah. Guests can enter the Kasbah to explore or alternatively visit nearby film studios. This stop provides a chance to see another local fortress and learn about Ouarzazate’s film industry.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech
by Morocco Destination Experts
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€70Overview
This full-day bus trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate lasts about 12 to 14 hours. The journey crosses the Tizi n Tichka mountain pass, located 2,260 meters above sea level and known for its winding roads. There is a short stop at a local terrace overlooking Berber villages and varied landscapes where participants can have coffee or tea and take photos. At Ait Ben Haddou, the group spends around two hours, including about one hour for exploring the fortified village and an additional hour for lunch. Visitors have the option to hire a local guide to learn about the village’s history and its connection to the Game of Thrones filming locations. Afterward, the tour continues to Ouarzazate, where guests can visit the Taourirt Kasbah or, optionally, local film studios. The stop at Taourirt Kasbah lasts about 20 minutes and includes time to walk from the parking area to the Kasbah entrance. The return trip leads back to Marrakech, concluding the day’s itinerary. The trip includes air conditioning on the vehicle and offers stops for rest upon request. A local guide and lunch are included only with the private option. For shared tours, a local guide at Ait Ben Haddou, lunch, entrance to studios, bottled water, and snacks are not included and available at extra cost.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tizi n Tichka
The route passes through a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2260 meters (7410 feet) above sea level, with many curves and turns. Visitors can take photos from a panoramic view at a local restaurant.
15 min
Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
This fortified village lies near the Anti-Atlas mountains and looks like an old castle, known locally as a Kasbah or fortress in the Berber language. The group spends about two hours here, including roughly one hour for visiting the village and one hour for lunch. Visitors can hire a local guide to learn about the area and its role as a filming location.
120 min
Taourirt Kasbah
After Ait Ben Haddou, the tour stops for about 20 minutes at a parking spot in front of the Taourirt Kasbah. Guests can enter the Kasbah to explore or alternatively visit nearby film studios. This stop provides a chance to see another local fortress and learn about Ouarzazate’s film industry.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.