Private day trip from Marrakech
Over the Atlas to Aït Benhaddou
One of the most spectacular drives in Morocco: up and over the High Atlas, down into the pre-Saharan valleys, to the earthen fortified village of Aït Benhaddou and the kasbahs of Ouarzazate. A long day, at your own pace.
- Duration
- Full day, about 11–12 h
- From Marrakech
- About 190 km · 3h30
- Best for
- Photographers, film and history lovers
- Vehicle
- Sedan, van or SUV
What you will see
- No. 01
The Tizi n’Tichka pass
Hairpin bends up to about 2,260 m, with views over the High Atlas and its Berber villages.
- No. 02
Aït Benhaddou
A fortified village of earthen houses climbing a hillside, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a backdrop for many films.
- No. 03
Ouarzazate
The gateway to the desert, with the Taourirt kasbah and the film studios that gave the town its nickname.
- No. 04
Telouet (optional)
A detour on a smaller road to the old Glaoui kasbah at Telouet, if you would like a quieter route.
A typical day
An example only. Choose your stops, or make it a two-day trip with a night in Ouarzazate.
07:30
Pickup in Marrakech
An early start from your hotel or riad.
09:30
Tizi n’Tichka pass
Stops for views on the way over the High Atlas.
11:00
Aït Benhaddou
Time to walk up through the village to the granary at the top.
13:30
Ouarzazate
Lunch, then the kasbah or a film studio if you like.
19:00
Back in Marrakech
Drop-off at your hotel or riad.
Included with your trip
- Private vehicle and chauffeur for the day
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad
- Flexible stops and timing
- Complimentary water
Questions about the Aït Benhaddou trip
Plan your Aït Benhaddou day
Pick a date and we will call to confirm the timing and the stops you would like.
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