Day Trip From Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Telouet Valley
Day Trip From Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Telouet Valley
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Overview
Discover Morocco’s historic landscapes on a day trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet Valley. Travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains and cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore its traditional earthen architecture and learn about its rich history. The ancient kasbah has also appeared in several international movies and TV series.
Continue to the historic Telouet Kasbah and explore the scenic Telouet Valley. Discover traditional villages, mountain landscapes, and the fascinating architecture of southern Morocco.
This Ait Ben Haddou tour from Marrakech is an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience Morocco’s history, culture, and mountain scenery in one day. It is also one of the most popular day trips from Marrakech.
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Itinerary:
Day Trip of Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou itinerary
Start your day trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet Valley with an early departure. Cross the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Continue through Berber villages to Telouet Kasbah, the former home of the Glaoui family. Explore its historic rooms and Moroccan architecture. Then travel through the scenic Telouet Valley to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its ancient mud-brick buildings and narrow streets. The kasbah is also famous for its appearances in Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, return to Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains. Arrive in the evening, ending your Ait Ben Haddou day trip from Marrakech.
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Absolutely! It is recommended that one carries their camera or phone, to take photographs of the beautiful scenery and various distinct architectural designs within spots. All I would like to add is to be aware of the environment and try not to upset the natives with a camera. So, if you have to share your experiences through pictures it will be thy enjoyable to have an everlasting story to tell of the trip to Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet Valley.
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However, this tour will follow special precautions in case the weather changes and becomes a threat, meaning this tour will have to change slightly and more safely. So, if there are legitimate concerns about weather your guide has options for changing the itinerary and moving the activities inside. It is advisable to inquire from the weather channel and or your tour providing company on the appropriate time to go.
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As you will aware, one can always purchase tours on the day but it’s always wise to book beforehand. Therefore, this way, you will secure your place and also will help you mark your schedule for the remainder of the day. It also allows the asking of any peculiar questions or expressing any special conditions prior to the trip.
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There is no limitation to the age of the travelers, so it will be good for the families and all the tourists around. But some part of the kasbahs can be undertaken on foot and since some of the terrains are slightly rugged it would be advised for parents to ensure that children especially the young ones are able to handle the grounds. Also, security personnel will be provided to all the attendees and the guides will help everyone around.
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Being comfortable in clothes which allow easy movement but appropriate shoes for walking around is important. Also, being dressed in layers is recommended because of the changes in weather throughout a day. And of course, one should not leave home without protection from the sun, such as a hat and sun block since the sun can be intense in the region.
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The ride usually lasts 3.5 to 4 hours, one way or the other, depending on traffic and obstacles in the road. The drive we take has amazing scenic views of the High Atlas Mountains and the berber styled villages which makes the trip memorable and more of an eye saw.
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