Morocco · Film Location Tours

1-Day Atlas Mountains Tour to Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate

1 Day Round trip from Aït Benhaddou Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass in the Atlas Mountains
02 Visit the well-preserved Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
03 Discover Ouarzazate's Atlas Studios, where "Gladiator" and "The Mummy" were filmed
04 Stop in the village of Ait Ben Barka near Toufliht for a glimpse of local culture

Experience a captivating day trip from Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains, including a scenic drive across the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass with breathtaking mountain views. Explore the famous Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit Ouarzazate's Atlas Studios, known for their film history and sets from "Gladiator," "The Mummy," and "Game of Thrones." Enjoy time to discover local villages and stop for lunch at a local restaurant with panoramic views.

Explore the famous Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit Ouarzazate's Atlas Studios, known for their film history and sets from "Gladiator," "The Mummy," and "Game of Thrones."

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, Tizi n'Tichka, Atlas Mountains

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Marrakech to Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate Discovery

Pickup from your Marrakech accommodation takes place between 7:00 and 8:00 AM.
Board a spacious, comfortable vehicle for a scenic drive into the Atlas Mountains.
Visit the small village of Ait Ben Barka near Toufliht and immerse yourself in local culture.
Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass at 7,415 feet (2,260 meters) and capture stunning photos of the mountain peaks.
Explore Ouarzazate's Atlas Studios, the world's largest film studio, and see sets from "Gladiator," "The Mummy," and "Game of Thrones."
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with excellent prices and panoramic views.
Visit Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at one of Morocco's most extraordinary fortresses.
Relax on the drive back to your hotel in Marrakech, reflecting on a day of scenic beauty and cultural exploration.

Where this trip takes you

Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, Atlas Studios, Tizi-n-Tichka Pass

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Aït Benhaddou 5 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up service from your accommodation in Marrakech.
Professional driver.
Delivery to your accommodation in Marrakech.
Wi-Fi onboard.

What's Not Included

Entrance fees (studio, 8€ per person).
Lunch and drinks.
Refreshments.
Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou (3 Euros per person - optional).

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Camera
Power bank

Know before you go

We will meet you in front of Cafe de France in the main square, Jamaa El Fna, or at Collège Mohmad 5. Hotel pickup is offered.
Professional local guide in Ait Ben Haddou is available if the option is selected.

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