3-day tour from Fes to the desert of Merzouga

The tour itinerary

The 3-day tour from Fes through the Sahara Desert offers an authentic desert experience, with the opportunity to ride camels and spend the night at a fascinating camp in the dunes. During the journey, you will explore iconic Moroccan places such as Ifrane, the Azrou Cedar Forest, and the Ziz Valley. You will arrive in Merzouga, a town located at the gateway to the desert, which serves as the main access point for discovering the wonders of Erg Chebbi. This tour will give you an in-depth understanding of a vast part of Morocco and an unforgettable desert experience.

Day 1

Fes - Merzouga

After breakfast, we will depart to Merzouga via Ifrane. Our route will take us through Azrou and its fascinating Cedar Forest. We will continue through the Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet region until we reach Merzouga. Here, we will mount our camels for a pleasant walk that will take us to our nomadic camp located in the heart of the dunes. We will spend the night under the starry sky in traditional Berber tents, where we will be served a typical dinner.

Day 2

Merzouga - Erg Chebbi

After breakfast, we will explore Merzouga to immerse ourselves in nomadic life. We will visit the Khamlia Village, known for its inhabitants of African descent and their renowned Gnawa music. We will continue to the Mifiss mines and admire the imposing desert dunes, where we will have the opportunity to enjoy mint tea with Berber nomads. We will conclude our exploration at the oasis of Tissardmine. At the end of the day, we will return to the riad for a leisurely lunch. The evening will be free to relax and enjoy the peace of the desert. Dinner and overnight stay at the riad.

Day 3

Merzouga - Midelt - Fes

After breakfast, we will depart for Fes, driving through the enchanting Ziz Valley. We will make a stop to admire the view and take some photos. We will continue on to Midelt, where we will stop for a relaxing lunch. We will then resume our journey to Ifrane, known as “The Switzerland of Morocco,” and make a brief stop in Azrou to explore its charming cedar grove and observe the cute little monkeys that live there. We will arrive in Fes late in the evening, where we will settle in for the night.

Included in the tour

Transport (4×4 Toyota, Land Cruiser – minibus).

Guide – Driver with a good knowledge of your language.

Camel excursion and night in a Berber tent.

Night in a tented camp with dinner and breakfast

Not included in the tour

Airline tickets

Lunches and beverages

Entrance tickets to museums and historical monuments

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If the tour itineraries do not match your needs or interests, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to customize your trip together with you, creating a tailor-made itinerary that perfectly reflects your preferences.

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

Dinner in the desert

5 days

The real Morocco with Morocco Desert Tour! We traveled nearly 1,500 kilometers, and every single one was amazing thanks to our fantastic driver SAID, who was incredibly professional, always kind, and cheerful.

5-day desert tour

3 days

Everything was perfect, with excellent organization. Our driver Lahcen was very knowledgeable, friendly, and always available to help with any issue or request. The desert was magnificent, the camp was beautiful, and the starry sky at night was absolutely breathtaking.

Camel trek

7 days

What a wonderful trip! A meticulously planned tour with top-notch organization from our arrival in Marrakech to our return. Our driver Lahcen was excellent, both in his driving and as a companion—always very helpful and accommodating.