Why choose this Marrakech tour ?

This ait ben haddou and ouarzazate day trip, will allow you to discover another face of beauty of Morocco, as this area is considered as the gate to the desert of Morocco and the 1001 Kasbahs (berber fortress).

During this ait ben haddou excursion trip you’ll cross the tizi n’tichka pass, known for its curvy and sneaky turns, where you’ll have a quick stop in a terrace to enjoy a cup of coffe or tea and take some good shots from above, of the berber villages and the amazing landscapes, snowy in winter and spring and full of greenery in summer and autumn.

Once at the Kasbah ait Ben Haddou you can hire a guide with the whole group to discover the area and to learn better about the locals lifestyle, the guide also will show you where the game of thrones scenes has been turned, before going to Ouarzazate and discover its beauty, as you can discover the local studios and also its Kasbah called Kasbah Taourirt.

Once you finish the visit, you’ll hit the road to Marrakech where the trip ends



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What makes Ait ben haddou and Ouarzazate day trip a unique experience ?

A high mountain pass, at elevation 2260m (7410 ft) above sea level with sneaky turns and curves, full of landscapes.

Pictures can be taken from a Panoramic view in a loca restaurant

Fortified village surrounded by the antiatlas mountains. It looks like an old castle, and this is where it got the name of “Kasbah” or “Castle” meaning Fortress in berber local language.

You stoo in a parking spot in front of the Kasbab you can then go and enter to visit this beautiful area. Alternatively you will be able to visit the studios.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Private trip: Guide & Lunch
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    Telouate / Cinema studio ..: This is the highlight of the tour, as you’ll see not only the kabah ait benhaddou (standard tour) but all the monuments there
    Premium: More flexibility and customized.
    Guided tour in the Kasbah is included
    Optional camel ride
    Duration: 12 hours: Depends on the stops and monuments you choosed to visit.
    You decide about all the details: monuments, timing..
    Berber meal with a view : Enjoy your fresh lunch prepared especially for you with a view on the whole village and Kasbah.
    Private minivan/4×4: including a driver speaking your language :
    English
    Spanish
    French
    Monuments fees excluded: Collected by the government and you can choose :
    Kabah Taourirt 2€
    Kabah Telouat : 2€
    Cinema studio : 7€
    Cinema museum 5€
    Pickup included
  • Ait ben haddou and Ouarzazate
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    Budget tour – Shared : If you are very DEMANDING, please choose the private option for more flexibility and customized trip
    Group tour: PLEASE BE UNDERSTANDING ! This a group tour and we can’t have 100% control on timing and other facts
    Duration: 12 hours: ▪︎ Driving: 4h each way
    ▪︎ Visit Ait Benhaddou: 1h
    ▪︎ Lunch: 1h
    ▪︎ Ouarzazate: 20min
    Lunch not included: Restaurants are very touristics ! It would be a good idea to bring a snack and spend free time in the Kasbah
    Many stops: 1- Tizi n’tichka pass (highest of north Africa)
    2- ait Ben Haddou kasbah
    3- Ouarzazate
    Relax and toilets.
    On request if needed also.
    Minivan 8 seats or 18 seats
    Optional guide: ▪︎ Optional for 3€/person it’s important to know about the history.
    ▪︎ If you want free time do not use the guide services
    Pickup included

Ait ben haddou and Ouarzazate day trip Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • PLEASE BE UNDERSTANDING ! This a group and we can’t have 100% control on timing and other facts
  • Stops to relax on request (Ask the driver whenerver you need to)
  • If you are very DEMANDING, please choose the private option for more flexibility and customized trip
  • Lunch included for private option
  • 2h in Ait benhaddou village : almost 1h for the visit and 1h for lunch
  • Local Guide Included for Private Option

Not Included

  • Local guide in the Kasbah (3€/person) for shared option
  • Lunch is optional for shared option and can cost around 8-12€/person
  • Entrance Fees to the Studios (Optional for shared option) – 8€ pax

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Special Instructions:

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Morocco Destination Experts.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Casablanca.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 187 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.