Ouarzazate: Day Tour + Aït Benhaddou Visit + Pickup from Marrakech

We spent ten days in Marrakech and were eager to explore beyond the city. The Atlas Mountains offer some of the best day trips, but one destination caught my eye—Ait Benhaddou.

I saw a photo (like mine below) and thought, WOW! I HAVE to visit this place! A little digging revealed it was a UNESCO World Heritage Site and we were hooked—Ait Benhaddou was a must.

But this isn’t the easiest of day trips. It’s a long day with hours on the bus from Marrakech, and that famous photo wasn’t even taken at Ait Benhaddou—it was from Atlas Film Studios, a stop along the way.

Was it still is still worth it? Absolutely. Ait Benhaddou exceeded our expectations. If you’re wondering whether to make the journey, keep reading—I’ll share what to expect, tips for visiting, and whether this trip is right for you.