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Day trip to Ait Ben Haddou Ouarzazate

Day trip to Ait Ben Haddou Ouarzazate

🎬 Day Trip to Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate from Marrakech

Explore Morocco’s Hollywood, Kasbahs & the High Atlas Mountains

Join us for an unforgettable day trip from Marrakech to two of Morocco’s most iconic destinations—Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, discover ancient kasbahs, and step onto the sets of world-famous movies.

🕗 Full-Day Itinerary: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

🚗 8:00 AM – Departure from Marrakech

We’ll pick you up from your hotel or riad and begin our journey into the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the famous Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), the highest road pass in Morocco.

Highlights en route:

  • Scenic stops for panoramic views and photo opportunities

  • Traditional Berber villages and mountain life

🏰 Visit Ait Ben Haddou – UNESCO World Heritage Site

After descending the Atlas Mountains, we take a small road leading to Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village (ksar) made of clay and stone.

What to Expect:

  • Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site since 1986

  • Learn about its architecture, history, and strategic importance

  • See filming locations of movies like:

    • Gladiator

    • The Mummy

    • Game of Thrones

    • Obelix & Cleopatra

    • Sahara (with Penélope Cruz)

📸 Enjoy free time to explore and take stunning photos.
🍽️ Lunch break in a local restaurant with views of the kasbah.

🎥 Explore Ouarzazate – Hollywood of Africa

In the afternoon, we continue to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara and the center of Morocco’s film industry.

🏛️ The Atlas Film Studios

  • Visit Atlas Studios, the largest and most famous film studios in Africa

  • Explore movie sets used in Star Wars, Gladiator, The Mummy, Asterix & Cleopatra, and more

🏯 Taourirt Kasbah

  • Optional visit to Kasbah Taourirt, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved kasbahs in Morocco

  • Discover the interior rooms, labyrinth corridors, and stunning traditional architecture

🛣️ Return to Marrakech

After your cinematic and cultural adventure, relax during the drive back through the Atlas Mountains.

  • Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech

  • End of the tour

✅ What’s Included

  • Hotel/riad pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech

  • Comfortable A/C transportation

  • English or French-speaking driver/guide

  • Free time in Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate

❌ Not included:

  • Lunch

  • Entrance fees (Atlas Studios & Kasbah Taourirt)

  • Local guide (optional at Ait Ben Haddou)

💸 Pricing

From €40 per person
Prices vary depending on group size and whether it’s a private or shared tour.

📌 Tips for the Trip

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes

  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat

  • The road includes mountain curves—motion sickness medicine recommended for sensitive travelers

  • Carry cash for lunch and entrance fees

📍Book Your Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Day Tour Today

Step into Morocco’s cinematic history and ancient heritage—join us on this amazing day trip!

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