This Ait Ben Haddou 2-day tour from Marrakech takes you across the High Atlas Mountains to Telouet, Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. The experience combines scenic mountain landscapes, historic kasbahs, traditional villages and a guided walk through the surrounding countryside.
The journey begins in Marrakech and crosses the spectacular High Atlas Mountains. The first major stop is the historic Kasbah of Telouet, once associated with the powerful Glaoui family ,and a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its impressive earthen architecture and fortified village.
After exploring Ait Ben Haddou, continue to Ouarzazate for an overnight stay and a traditional Moroccan dinner.
On the second day, meet your local mountain guide and explore the surrounding countryside on foot. Discover traditional village life, local customs and historic sites before enjoying a short hike through the mountains. Depending on the route, you may discover old caves, rock engravings and other traces of the region’s past.
The tour ends with the return journey to Marrakech, combining culture, history and nature in a two-day experience through southern Morocco.
This Ait Ben Haddou 2-day tour from Marrakech is a great way to combine history, nature and local culture in one journey.
Departure from your hotel or riad in Marrakech at around 9:00 am. Your driver will pick you up and begin the journey towards the High Atlas Mountains.
Along the Way
The road to Ouarzazate offers beautiful mountain scenery and several opportunities to stop and take photographs.
Telouet
Continue to the historic Kasbah of Telouet, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui family. Explore its traditional architecture and richly decorated interiors while learning about the history of this important site.
Ait Ben Haddou
Continue towards Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its narrow streets, traditional earthen buildings and impressive views over the surrounding landscape.
After the visit, enjoy lunch at a restaurant of your choice before continuing towards Ouarzazate.
Overnight in Ouarzazate
Continue to your accommodation in Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.
Start the day with a traditional Berber breakfast before meeting your local guide for a walk through the village and surrounding countryside.
Village & Cultural Discovery
Walk through the village and discover traditional homes, local customs and everyday life. You may also visit the historic Jewish quarter and cemetery, learning more about the different communities that have contributed to the region’s cultural heritage.
Tea Break
Take a break in your guide’s Berber home and enjoy traditional Moroccan tea before continuing your walk.
Atlas Mountains Hike
Continue into the surrounding mountains for a short guided hike. Along the way, discover old caves, rock engravings and other traces of the region’s past. Your guide will share information about the local history, landscape and traditions.
The walking route can be adapted according to your interests and fitness level.
Return to Marrakech
After the morning activities, begin the return journey to Marrakech. Your driver will take you back to your hotel or riad, with arrival expected around 4:00–5:00 pm, depending on the day’s schedule and road conditions.

370 Km

– Start at 08 am -09 am
– Finish at 6 pm-7 pm.
