The earthen ksar of Ait Benhaddou

Private day trip from Marrakech

Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate Day Trip

A long but spectacular day over the High Atlas. Cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed earthen ksar, then continue to Ouarzazate before heading back to Marrakech.

Duration
Long full day, about 12 hours
Starts
Marrakech
Ends
Marrakech
Type
Private day trip
Price
On request

Highlights

  • The Tizi n'Tichka pass and High Atlas scenery
  • Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • The Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate
  • Berber villages along the mountain road

Itinerary

  1. The day

    Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and back

    Early pick-up and drive over the Tizi n'Tichka pass. Explore Ait Ben Haddou with a local guide, have lunch, then visit Ouarzazate before the return drive to Marrakech in the evening.

What is included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech hotel or riad

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entrance fees and local guides
  • Tips

Good to know

Expect about 8 hours of driving on a winding mountain road. If you have time, the 2-day Zagora tour includes Ait Ben Haddou without driving it in one day.

Every trip is private and can be adjusted: dates, pace, stops and the comfort level of your accommodation. Prices depend on group size and season, so we send a written quote with everything that is included.

Plan this trip

Price on request

Tell us your dates and group size and we will reply with a tailored quote. Nothing is booked until you confirm.

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