Day Trips

From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou

Name: From Marrakesh: Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou
Start: 2026-07-12T07:00:00
End: 2026-07-12T19:30:00
Location: Marrakesh

Tourists exploring Ait Benhaddou Kasbah's historic architecture on a day trip from Marrakech, Morocco.

Visitors walking towards ancient Egyptian set at Atlas Studios, Ouarzazate, Morocco.

Winding road through the Atlas Mountains on the way to Ouarzazate from Marrakech.

Passengers seated inside an AC transfer bus for the Golden Circle & Glacier Snowmobile Tour.

Duration

12 hrs 30 mins

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Journey from Marrakesh to explore Morocco’s cinematic desert landscapes, ancient Ait Benhaddou, and Ouarzazate, with an expert guide and easy transfers.

4.1/5(15)

Alison W

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

I loved 🥰 this day - I loved the drive through the mountains and experiencing the 1000 year old Ait Benhadou :)I liked the guide and the driver - both were just great :) 👍 I didn't love that by 11 pm the night before we had no contact about pick up confirmation - I had to contact Click excursions on my own and they confirmed 7 am then at 6 10 am when I checked my phone upon waking for a 7 am start I find out it's 6 45 am . What ?! Not cool....😎

Samuel L

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

It's definitely worth the trip! Although the journey is long, the minivan is comfortable. Once we cross the Atlas Mountains, it feels like we're in another world. Ouarzazate is very beautiful, and the people there are more down-to-earth, friendly, and less pushy when it comes to business. We enjoyed the tour of the film studios and especially Ait Ben Haddou, which is a unique place of incredible beauty!

Jake S

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Our guide was very helpful and friendly, transported everyone in a timely manner, and the entire experience was very interesting to see, especially for movie fans.

Claire W

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

The whole experience was professional and seamless. The communication by the company and the driver, Mahdi, was fantastic. Clear instructions for pick up and time management throughout the day. The sites were amazing and well worth visiting. There are quite a number of steps so be mindful of that before booking. The vehicle was comfortable and relaxing. A special mention to the driver/ and host for the day - funny, informative, experienced and sensitive to the needs of his tour guests. He is a credit to the company! The only downside was the lunch - set menus that you can't deviate from and the food very bland. But all in all the trip was one of our absolute highlights of our holiday! And we felt extremely good value for money.

Perfect for culture lovers, this day trip takes you to Ouarzazate, the “door of the desert,” and Ait Benhaddou, with comfortable round-trip transfers.

Get insights from your guide about the Tizi-n-Tichka pass and make a photo stop here to capture pictures at 7,415 feet above sea level.

Explore the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, the world’s largest film studio, featured in Game of Thrones and other Hollywood hits.

Head to the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sculpted from traditional mud bricks and fortified by walls of dark red pisé.

Fun Fact: Apart from Game of Thrones, Ouarzazate has been the filming location for other hits such as Gladiator, Asterix and Obelix, Aladdin, and Alexander!

Full-day trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Benhaddou

Round-trip transfers

AC vehicle

Professional driver/guide

Entrance fees

Meals

MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Start point
Marrakesh
Get direction
1 hr 15 min by a/c bus
63 km
1. Toufliht
15 min
Enjoy a brief stop at Toufliht, where fresh mountain air and pine-covered hills mark the gateway to the High Atlas.
45 min
41 km
Passes By
Tizi n'Tichka
2. Atlas Studios (Ouarzazate)
Tickets included
1 hr 30 min
30 min
25 km
3. Ait Benhaddou
2 hr
3 hr
180 km
End point
Marrakesh
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Alison W
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
I loved 🥰 this day - I loved the drive through the mountains and experiencing the 1000 year old Ait Benhadou :)I liked the guide and the driver - both were just great :) 👍 I didn't love that by 11 pm the night before we had no contact about pick up confirmation - I had to contact Click excursions on my own and they confirmed 7 am then at 6 10 am when I checked my phone upon waking for a 7 am start I find out it's 6 45 am . What ?! Not cool....😎
Samuel L
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
It's definitely worth the trip! Although the journey is long, the minivan is comfortable. Once we cross the Atlas Mountains, it feels like we're in another world. Ouarzazate is very beautiful, and the people there are more down-to-earth, friendly, and less pushy when it comes to business. We enjoyed the tour of the film studios and especially Ait Ben Haddou, which is a unique place of incredible beauty!
Jake S
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Our guide was very helpful and friendly, transported everyone in a timely manner, and the entire experience was very interesting to see, especially for movie fans.
Ivan S
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Driver was very nice and the guide as well
Vladimir B
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Ait Ben Haddou. Both driver and Usama were great!

A scenic drive through Morocco

Settle in for a 4-hour journey from Marrakesh, where the rolling Moroccan landscape unfolds before you. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi, guided by an expert sharing stories and insights along the way. Pass traditional Berber villages tucked into the hillsides, with views of rugged peaks and green valleys. Pause in the quaint village of Ben Barka near Toufliht to stretch your legs and soak in the peaceful vibe before ascending to the Tizi n'Tichka pass. Here, at 7,415 feet, you’ll witness the stunning snow-capped Atlas Mountains rising in contrast to Morocco's desert expanses, capturing the grandeur of this unique landscape.

Explore Ouarzazate and ancient Ait Benhaddou

Your adventure continues to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco,” home to the renowned Atlas Film Studios. Known for scenes in Game of Thrones and Gladiator, this studio offers a behind-the-scenes look at iconic cinematic backdrops. Enjoy some time to wander and snap photos before relishing a delicious Moroccan meal at a local restaurant (at your own expense). Finally, you’ll arrive at the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a mesmerizing 11th-century fortress made of ancient earthen clay, fortified with towering red pisé walls. This desert marvel, frozen in time, is a perfect photo stop to capture memories of Morocco’s architectural heritage. As the day comes to a close and you embark on your journey back to the city, admire the stunning sight of the sun setting over the Berber deserts.

What to bring

Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, and scarf for the experience.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for back and neck issues, cardiac issues, and pregnant people.

Additional information

It’s mandatory to provide the hotel or Riad name during the booking.

Please provide your mobile & WhatsApp number during the booking. It is mandatory as this information will be used in case of any emergency or change in pickup details.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.

If your hotel is not in the pickup zone, you will be provided with the nearest pickup location.

On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.