Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders
Descrption of Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders
Learn how to plan your excursion to Ouarzazate from Marrakech. Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders. Ouarzazate is a modernized city whose main attraction is the reddish scenery of the snow-covered mountains that surround it.
The most beautiful part is the historic Medina of Ouarzazate, where adobe streets cluster together, using every square inch of ground and creating narrow lanes that provide protection from the heat. Located opposite the historic Kasbah, the Glaoui Kasbah offers access to a film studio with filming locations and props.
Today, the city is known worldwide as a result of the filming of famous movies such as Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, and Alexander the Great.
The city has been the center of most film productions in the region.
Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders
The departure will be early from Marrakech to cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. This road is known as the highest in Africa, offering tourists the opportunity to admire the peaks of the mountain range and the beautiful Berber villages with their traditional adobe houses.
Next, we will head to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a sandcastle surrounded by almond trees in bloom. It is renowned for its extraordinary beauty, even recognized by UNESCO. It is listed among the World Heritage Sites as a treasure of humanity. Visitors will have the chance to explore and discover the charm of its stunning kasbahs. This World Heritage Site has served as a natural setting for the filming of several movies due to its breathtaking beauty, including Lawrence of Arabia, The Mummy, and Gladiator.
Afterward, we will continue our excursion to Ouarzazate for lunch in front of the famous Kasbah of Taourirt. Following the visit to the kasbah, we will return to Marrakech.
It is recommended that this trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders start as early as possible to make the most of the day.
What is included in Ouarzazate Excursion?
- Pick-up and drop-off services
- Private transport vehicle with A/C
- Professional multilingual driver
- Fuel
- Stops for panoramic views
What is not included in Ouarzazate Excursion?
- Lunches and drinks
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Note
Please be aware that this proposed Ouarzazate Excursion: A Day of History, Film and Desert Wonders is just a foundational itinerary. If it doesn’t match your preferences, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are able to create a different itinerary specifically suited to your interests and timetable. Our offerings include designing personalized tours and excursions across Morocco.
