Ouarzazate Trip Overview
This is an unforgettable full-day private guided tour in and around the diverse landscapes of the desert capital Ouarzazate and it gives you an overview of the film studios and different movie sites of the area. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to visit two ancient Kasbahs without hassle. Tour the famous Aït Ben Haddou-Kasbah und explore the fascinating Kasbah in the Atlas mountains. Hear about the movies that have been filmed in the ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ and have a typical lunch at a local family’s home.
Last but not least, visit the Oasis of Fint for guided walk and learn more about the Berber village life. Enjoy the stunning view of the Fint valley and its palm groves before you drive back to Ouarzazate.
Additional Info
* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Ouarzazate, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco
This is an unforgettable full-day private guided tour in and around the diverse landscapes of the desert capital Ouarzazate and it gives you an overview of the film studios and different movie sites of the area. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to visit two ancient Kasbahs without hassle. Tour the famous Aït Ben Haddou-Kasbah und explore the fascinating Kasbah in the Atlas mountains. Hear about the movies that have been filmed in the ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ and have a typical lunch at a local family’s home.
Last but not least, visit the Oasis of Fint for guided walk and learn more about the Berber village life. Enjoy the stunning view of the Fint valley and its palm groves before you drive back to Ouarzazate.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Taourirt Kasbah, Avenue Mohammed V, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
Start the day at the old kasbah of Ouarzazate named Taourirt where you will have some time to explore the narrow pedestrian streets with a local guide and visit the countless labyrinthine rooms of the palace.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Atlas Film Studio, Km 5, road of Marrakech BP 28, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
Continue to the Atlas Corporation film studios, where you can discover the diverse sets and listen to the anecdotes of the multiple movies and actors. Several famous movies like Gladiator, Babel, Prince of Persia and most recently The Physician have been shot in those studios. You can have a look at a fortified city wall which has been used in the movie Gladiator starring Russel Crowe and enjoy a panoramic view over Ouarzazarte which goes on until the snow covered Atlas Mountains.
Guided group tour of the movie studios, duration around 1 h
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ait Ben Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou, Souss-Massa
A little outside of Ouarzazate lies Aït Ben Haddou, the fortified clay city with its numerous ksars and kasbahs, where several famous movies such as Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven and Prince of Persia have been shot. This photogenic city is also listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a guided tour with a local guide.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Oasis Fint, Ouarzazate 30120 Morocco
After the visit of Ait ben Haddou you’ll continue the tour to the Oasis Fint, where you will enjoy your traditional lunch at a local family’s home. You have time to explore the quiet and peaceful oasis at the river together with a local guide and learn about the local life of the friendly inhabitants. Return travel to Ouarzazate and get dropped off at your Hotel/Riad in the late afternoon.
For lunch, you can choose between Couscous or Tajine (both with meat, chicken or vegetarian), or meat skewers.
Duration: 3 hours
