Full day trip to the ancient AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH and Telouet Valley
Make your Marrakech visit full day and more enjoyable by taking an unforgettable trip to visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and Telouet Valley in high Atlas Mountains. It starts with a drive over the Tizi n’Tichka pass at an altitude of 2260 meters above the sea level giving a sight of green Berber villages perched on the mountains. The fact that the route has many stops, it is possible to shoot stunning views of the area and get acquainted with the life of the village.
Next, approximately 3 hours later, arrive at the beautiful fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou which has been listed by UNESCO. One of the best preserved of all the Kasbahs it embraces Saharan architecture, adobe construction, the grill-slat windows and peach painted walls. Walk through the narrow corridors and staircases of this defensive compound that this village became a shooting location for a number of movies.
Then, the return route is to Marrakech passing through Telouet valley following the Caravan Route. Here, see the already mentioned Telouet Kasbah that tells about the history of Morocco with French colonialism influences. Boasting palm, fig and olive trees, equipment with original zellij tiles and historical objects, interiors of the Kasbah are grand and magnificent to represent the El Pacha Glaoui family.
Finally, we end up the full day trip to the ancient Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Telouet Valley in Marrakech deliberating about the exploration journey that you underwent to understand Moroccan culture as well as its rich and diverse geography. Do not forget to dress for the change in climate so that you can enjoy this, adventurous trip through the Atlas Mountains and Kasbahs.
Highlights of the Full day trip to the ancient AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH and Telouet Valley
Cross the Tizi n’ Tichka pass the highest of the whole Africa with altitude of 2260m.
Learn about Ait Ben Haddou a Saharan Kasbah village in Morocco that is enlisted under the unesco.
Go around the narrow winding streets and of course the amazing adobe structures.
Take beautiful drama free shots of Berber villages that are built gracefully on steep slopes.
Travel across the Telouet Valley while visiting the Caravan Route amazing sites.
Telouet Kasbah: Experience the French-Arabian architecture and rich, elaborated inner design.
Enjoy the quiet atmosphere of palm, fig and olive trees .
After the jam packed day in Marrakech filled with the Moroccan culture and history.
Program of the Kasbah Telouet & Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou Day Trip
This Kasbah Telouet & Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou Marrakech day trip covers the chain of the high atlas and crosses the Tizi N’tichka pass which stands at 1412 miles 2260 meters above sea level; the highest peak in Africa. On the way you get to view the Berber Houses residing on the face of the mountains, actually part of the mountain sometimes. . . .
Then, the approximated time for this driving will be about 3 hours passing through beautiful scenes and many breaks to take pictures and get to one of the most beautiful valleys, before arriving at the ancient Kasbah of AIT BEN HADDOU which is also a listed world heritage. You will also get to visit the kasbah that has a grill shaped windows and with walls commonly painted in a soft peach color. The houses are hatched and they originate from the rural background; the material used here is adobe and it is suitable for the southern climate.
Furthermore, the return to marrakech will be done on a part through the famous road caravenes, The history of Telouet kasbah is also linked to the French. It is situated in a productive vally within palm, fig and olive trees. Now the Kasbah remains alone with the zellij tile from where the Jewish Star of David is made, preserved silks, and grand remnants of the El Pacha Glaoui family.
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou day trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your Morocco trip begins.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by comfortable air-conditioned minivan or 4WD with an English-speaking driver/guide
- Walking tour in the historical sights.
- Local taxes
- Fuel
- Lunche and personnel expenses
- Entrance fees (Kasbah, Cinema museum.)
- Tip for the driver.
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
