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Aït Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip
Drive the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass to the earthen ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site and a favourite film location.
DurationLong day (~12 h)
Starts inMarrakech
€From €27
Quick answer
Aït Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip is a private day trip from Marrakech (duration: long day (~12 h)). Prices start from €27 per person, based on a group of 7 (smaller groups pay a little more). It includes a private air-conditioned vehicle, a licensed driver who speaks English, French or Spanish, and pick-up from your hotel or riad. You can request a quote with no payment; we reply within a few hours.
Drive the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass to the earthen ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site and a favourite film location.
Highlights
- Tizi n'Tichka pass
- UNESCO ksar
- Ouarzazate
- Atlas viewpoints
How the day runs
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7:30 · Pick-up
Early start from Marrakech.
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Tizi n'Tichka pass
Hairpin bends and viewpoints at 2,260 m.
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Aït Ben Haddou
Guided walk through the UNESCO earthen ksar to the granary at the top.
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Ouarzazate
Lunch and a look at Taourirt kasbah and the film studios area.
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~19:30 · Back in Marrakech
Return over the Atlas at golden hour.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed English/French/Spanish-speaking driver
- Hotel or riad pick-up and drop-off
- Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Flights and travel insurance
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips
Good to know
Start timeMost day trips leave Marrakech between 7:00 and 9:00 and return in the early evening.
What to wearComfortable shoes, a hat and a light layer; the mountains are cooler than the city.
CashKeep some dirhams for lunch, entrance fees and tips; card payment is not always possible.
*Prices are per person based on a group of 7; smaller groups pay a little more. Final price confirmed by email.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Aït Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip cost?
Prices start from €27 per person, based on a group of 7 (smaller groups pay a little more). The final price is confirmed by email before anything is booked.
Is it a private trip?
Yes. It is private for your group only, with your own vehicle and driver, so you never share with strangers and can stop whenever you like.
Where does it start, and is pick-up included?
It starts in Marrakech. Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad are included.
Is a day trip to Aït Ben Haddou too long?
It is a long day (about 4 hours each way), but the mountain road is one of the highlights. If you prefer, we can add a night in Ouarzazate.
How do I book?
Send the request form on this page or message us on WhatsApp at +212 669 841 106. No payment is needed to request a quote: we confirm availability and the final price within a few hours.
Written and checked by the Marrakech Africa Tours local team · Updated October 2026
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