Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou from Marrakech overview:
Full-day journey from Marrakech to Ouarzazate and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou. Cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the winding Tizi n’Tichka pass, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, Berber villages, and dramatic mountain peaks.
Your day begins with a hotel pick-up in Marrakech, followed by a drive through the Atlas Mountains, where you’ll stop for panoramic photos and breakfast. Visit the ancient Kasbah of Telouet, once a residence of the powerful Glaoui family, and then continue to explore the famous fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a backdrop for many Hollywood movies such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and Lawrence of Arabia.
After lunch near Ait Ben Haddou, continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Africa,” where you’ll visit the Atlas Film Studios, home to props and sets from famous films. In the late afternoon, head back to Marrakech, arriving in the evening.
Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou from Marrakech Highlights:
- Scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains
- Discover the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site
- Visit the historic Telouet Kasbah
- Explore Ouarzazate’s Atlas Film Studios
- Learn about local Berber culture and architecture
- Breathtaking desert and mountain views throughout the journey