Aït Benhaddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip

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7:00 AM – Departure from Marrakech:
Your day trip to Aït Benhaddou & Ouarzazate begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Marrakech at 7:00 AM. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through the High Atlas Mountains along the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. The scenic drive takes approximately 4 hours, offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.

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11:00 AM – Arrival at Aït Benhaddou:
Arrive at Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your exploration of the ksar, famous for its traditional earthen construction and its numerous appearances in films. Take a guided walk through the narrow streets, and explore the old kasbahs and grains storage buildings.

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12:30 PM – Lunch at Aït Benhaddou:
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant near Aït Benhaddou, where you can sample tagine, couscous, and fresh mint tea, while taking in the stunning views of the village and its surroundings.

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1:30 PM – Departure for Ouarzazate:
After lunch, continue the journey to Ouarzazate, a city known for its film studios and dramatic desert landscape. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes.

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2:00 PM – Atlas Film Studios and Movie Set Tour:
Upon arrival in Ouarzazate, visit the famous Atlas Film Studios, where you can tour the vast film sets and studios that have hosted blockbuster films like Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones. Learn about the movie-making process, and see the props and sets used in some of Hollywood’s most iconic films.

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3:30 PM – Taourirt Kasbah Exploration:
Next, explore the Taourirt Kasbah, a historical site that offers a glimpse into Moroccan architecture and culture. Wander through its rooms and enjoy panoramic views of Ouarzazate and the surrounding desert landscapes.

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4:30 PM – Return Journey to Marrakech:
After your exploration of Ouarzazate, return to Marrakech via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, arriving at around 7:30 PM.