Shared/group day trip
Ait Ben Haddou Day Trip
A shared/group day trip from Marrakech across the High Atlas and Tizi n'Tichka Pass to Ait Ben Haddou, with scenic and rest stops plus time to explore the ksar and have lunch in the village.
€25 per person
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- Starts in
- Marrakech
- Destination
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Format
- Shared/group
- Duration
- 1 day
How this day is different
This is the current Marrakech day trip focused on the High Atlas road and Ait Ben Haddou, with scenic stops and time to explore the ksar.
Compare all three Marrakech day trips.
Pickup and return
Pickup normally begins around 7:00–7:30 AM. Pickup is from the accommodation when vehicle access is possible. For inaccessible Medina accommodation, the nearest practical meeting point is arranged after the accommodation is reviewed.
The exact pickup time and any meeting point are confirmed before departure.
Return to Marrakech is normally in the early evening, subject to traffic and group logistics.
Route overview
- Marrakech pickup
- High Atlas coffee/rest stop
- Tizi n'Tichka viewpoint
- Argan cooperative stop
- Ait Ben Haddou visit
- Lunch in the village
- Return to Marrakech with a rest stop
Itinerary
Day trip
Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and back
- Pickup begins in Marrakech at approximately 7:00–7:30 AM.
- After roughly 1 hour 20 minutes, stop while climbing the High Atlas for coffee, a restroom break, and time to stretch your legs.
- Cross the Tizi n'Tichka Pass and stop near the high point for panoramic mountain views.
- Continue with another coffee/restroom stop at an argan cooperative and learn about traditional argan-oil extraction.
- Arrive at Ait Ben Haddou. An optional local guide can accompany the visit for approximately 20–30 MAD per person depending on group size, or travelers may explore independently.
- Stop for lunch at one of the restaurants in the village.
- Drive back to Marrakech with one rest/coffee stop on the way.
Transport and meals
Shared comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the full day trip.
Lunch is not included and is paid directly at the chosen restaurant in Ait Ben Haddou.
How shared tours workIncluded and not included
Included
- Shared air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
- Fuel and tolls
Not included
- Lunch and drinks
- Optional Ait Ben Haddou local guide fee
- Personal purchases at the cooperative
- Personal expenses and tips
Cancellation summary
- 14 days or more before departure
- 100% refund
- Between 48 hours and 13 days before departure
- 50% refund
- Less than 48 hours before departure
- Non-refundable
- No-show
- Non-refundable
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Also see the booking terms or contact support for an existing booking.
Important information
Operates daily year-round except December 25 through January 4. Departures resume January 5.
The optional local guide at Ait Ben Haddou usually costs approximately 20–30 MAD per person depending on group size.
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