Marrakech: UNESCO Kasbahs and Telouet Green Valley Day Trip
High Atlas, Marrakech
Visit the Fortresses Telouet Kasbah, and Ksar at Ait Ben Haddou. On this day trip you will travel across the High Atlas Mountains to dramatic stone and mud-built fortresses known as Kasbahs.
Atlas Mountains Day Trip from Marrakech to Telouet Kasbah and Ait Ben Haddou
This full-day excursion suits travelers based in Marrakech who want to explore historical fortresses and mountain landscapes in the High Atlas region.
Highlights
- Drive over the Tizi ‘n Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters
- Visit the Telouet Kasbah
- See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou
- Explore the green valley with palm groves near Telouet
Description
Travel across the High Atlas Mountains to visit traditional fortresses called Kasbahs and fortified villages known as Ksars. Accompanied by a local driver and guide, you will visit Telouet and the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The journey begins with a scenic drive over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters. Telouet, situated on the historic ‘Route of the Caravans’ from the Sahara to Marrakech, features one of Morocco’s most impressive Kasbahs, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui tribe.
Next, you take a less-traveled back road to Ait Ben Haddou. This earthen walled village exemplifies southern Moroccan architecture and traditional pre-Saharan habitat. After a guided tour of the settlement, you can climb to the hilltop above the Ksar for panoramic views of the area.
Includes
- Transport from Marrakech and return
- Driver
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Tea
Excludes
- Travel insurance
- Entrance guide at Ait Ben Haddou
Important Information
- Please provide the activity provider with your hotel name at booking
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Book this trip in the morning for cooler weather during mountain drives. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera for capturing the views.
