Tour overview

Book the Telouet & Ait Benhaddou day trip and escape the hassle & bustle of Marrakech. You’ll learn about the deep-seated heritage of Moroccans and how the political changes contributed to shaping the history of the region.

Do not miss the opportunity to take this trip from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains following the Tizi n’Tichka route to Telouet village and also visit the Ait-Ben-Haddou a World Heritage site as listed by UNESCO. Enjoy the delicious cuisine of the locals at lunch and have a better understanding of the traditions and culture of the Berber people.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

  • Sometimes camels are available for rent if you want to take a camel ride: available in the new part of the Ait-Ben-Haddou on the river edges
  • You can experience the original Kasbahs accommodation style if you plan to spend more time here and explore the ruins of Ait-Ben-Haddou.
  • It is important to wear shoes that are balanced and comfortable to walk in
  • Because of the weather conditions, it is advisable to come along with a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen and dress to suit your comfort

Included

  • A well air-conditioned modern vehicle which will be driven by a multilingual driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your desired destination in Marrakech
  • Unique Experiences

Not Included

  • Lunch & drinks
  • Tips when appropriate
  • Extas

DAY 1: Marrakech - Telouet - Ait Benhaddou

Experience the architectural style of southern Morocco with a visit to the Ait Ben Haddou, a world heritage site and the Telouet with all its history. Our trip will begin early from Marrakech where you will be picked up from your hotel. Our journey will take us through the High Atlas Mountains regarded as the largest mountains in North Africa. This will provide a lovely view of nature around the mountains and the valleys surrounding it.

Our journey will take us through the Ounila Valley salt mines, the Kasbah Glaoui and very importantly the Telouet which holds so much history. We will also visit the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO.
The Ait-Ben-Haddou village is located in the region of Souss Massa Draa on a hill very close to the river of Ouarzazate. This village was an important stop for traders passing through the significant caravan path through the Sahara. These traders mostly traded in salt, gold and even slaves.

This location was also used to film movies like Jesus of Nazareth and Lawrence of Arabia. This tour will take you around the village to important landscapes and you will get to see the renovations carried out to restore the architecture and supervised by UNESCO.
After the visit to all these landscapes, in the afternoon, we will have lunch at a local restaurant in Ait-Ben-Haddou. A meal you will enjoy while viewing the beautiful Kasbah.

Our tour ends as you will be driven back through the Tizi n’Tichka route to your hotel or destination in Marrakech.