Short Break Marrakech - Atlas Mountains & Gite

Country(s) visited

MOROCCO

Trip Activities

Centre Based

People & Religion

History

Grade 3

Description

Explore Marrakech and the High Atlas Mountains with day walks from a quiet and simple gite

Hidden deep in the High Atlas Mountains are the crumbling remains of the great fortress-palace of Telouet: it is hard to imagine a more romantic spot in Morocco. Nearby, in a remote and picturesque valley is the village of Tijhza and this is our base for the week, staying in a simple but pleasant gite. We leave from here on our optional day walks; the pace is relaxed, allowing us to enjoy the scenery of the mountains but also to learn a little of the way of life of the hardy and friendly Berber people. Finally, there's time in Marrakech to explore the busy souks or relax in the tranquil Majorelle Gardens - the perfect end to any North African experience.