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Aït Benhaddou day trip from Marrakech
Aït Benhaddou is a fortified village of earth houses on a hill above a river, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the backdrop of many films. To get there, you cross the High Atlas on the Tizi n'Tichka pass at 2,260 metres, one of the most spectacular roads in Morocco.
How the day goes
Early pick-up in Marrakech and the drive over the Tizi n'Tichka pass, with stops for the views and Berber villages on the way.
Arrive at Aït Benhaddou, cross the river and walk up through the ksar to the old granary at the top.
Lunch with a view of the ksar.
A short visit to Ouarzazate and the outside of the Taourirt kasbah, then the drive back over the mountains to Marrakech.
What's included
Included
- Private car and English-speaking driver-guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Bottled water in the car
Not included
- Lunch and drinks
- Local guide in Aït Benhaddou (optional)
- Entrance fees
- Tips
€190 is the price for the whole car, not per person, so it is the same for 1 or 7 travellers: €95 per person for two, or €48 per person for four. Groups of more than 7 travel in two cars.
Questions
Is Aït Benhaddou too far for a day trip?
It's a long day, about 7 to 8 hours of driving in total. If you can, it's more relaxed to see it on a 2 or 3-day desert trip, where it's on the way.
Is the Tizi n'Tichka road safe?
Yes, it's a good road with many bends. Your driver knows it well. In winter, snow can close it for a few hours, and we check before we leave.
Can we add the desert?
Yes. Our 2-day Zagora tour and 3-day Merzouga tour both stop at Aït Benhaddou.
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Where will your road begin?
Tell us your dates and who's coming. Abdou or one of the team will send you a route and a price within 24 hours.