3 Days Desert Tour from Fes
- Fes start
- Ifrane
- Azrou
- Midelt
- Merzouga desert hotel
- Nomad families
- Khamlia village
- Erg Chebbi desert camp
- Sahara sunrise
- Erfoud
- Ziz Valley
- Fes end
Tour overview
A round-trip Sahara adventure from Fes via the Ziz Valley
Embark on an unforgettable 3 days desert tour from Fes, a private round-trip itinerary through Morocco's most spectacular landscapes to the magical Sahara. It begins with a scenic drive through Ifrane — the Switzerland of Morocco — and the ancient cedar forests of Azrou.
Continue along the dramatic Ziz Valley to the golden dunes of Merzouga, where you'll enjoy authentic camel trekking, a luxury desert camp, and breathtaking Sahara sunsets and sunrises, plus nomad encounters and the Gnawa music of Khamlia village.
After a stop at the fossil-rich workshops of Erfoud, the route returns north through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas to Fes — a perfect Erg Chebbi adventure combining culture, nature and desert magic.
Quick facts
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Starting point
Fes (hotel / riad pickup included)
Ending point
Fes (hotel / riad drop-off)
Transportation
Private air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
Key destinations
Ifrane, Cedar Forest, Midelt, Ziz Valley, Merzouga, Khamlia, Rissani, Erfoud
Main activities
Camel trekking, Sahara camping, sandboarding, nomad visits, Gnawa music, fossil workshops, stargazing
Accommodation
1 night desert hotel + 1 night luxury desert camp
Meals included
2 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Day-by-day itinerary
Fes to the Sahara
Morning · Ifrane & cedar forests
Head south through the Middle Atlas to alpine Ifrane, then Azrou's cedar forest with its playful Barbary macaques.
Afternoon · Midelt & Ziz Valley
Lunch in Midelt with mountain views, then descend the scenic Ziz Valley of date palms and kasbahs.
Evening · Arrival in Merzouga
Reach Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes, and settle into a comfortable desert hotel.
Erg Chebbi immersion
Morning · 4×4 & nomad families
Off-road to an ancient kohl mine and the tents of nomadic families for mint tea and stories of desert life.
Afternoon · Khamlia & Merzouga lake
Experience Gnawa music in Khamlia village and stroll the palm groves and seasonal flamingo lake.
Evening · Camel trek & luxury camp
Trek by camel into the dunes for sunset, then a luxury desert camp with Berber music and stargazing.
Merzouga to Fes
Early morning · Sahara sunrise
Watch sunrise over the dunes and ride back by camel to a Berber breakfast.
Morning · Erfoud fossils
Visit Erfoud's fossil workshops to see ancient marine fossils turned into marble crafts.
Afternoon · Ziz Valley & Atlas return
Retrace the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas — with another cedar-forest monkey stop — back to Fes.
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned transport (4×4 or minivan)
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Camel trekking experience with local guides
- 1 night luxury desert camp + 1 night desert hotel (private rooms)
- 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- All fuel costs and hotel pickups & drop-offs
Not included
- International flights to/from Morocco
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Lunches during the tour
- Beverages and personal drinks
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Monument entry fees & personal expenses
Tour map
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures. Winter brings clear skies for stargazing but cold desert nights, while summer is hot but manageable with early starts. We tailor the pace to the season.
Yes — every trip is private and fully customizable. We can adjust the route, extend stays, change accommodation level, or add experiences to fit your interests and dates.
It's fully private — just your party, your own driver-guide and vehicle. We use air-conditioned 4×4s or minivans depending on group size, with no shared minibuses.
See the "What's included" section above for this trip's exact inclusions — typically private transport, a professional driver-guide, accommodation and listed meals. Flights, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.
Yes — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and other needs are catered for. Let us know when booking and we'll brief the accommodations and camp in advance.
Message us with your dates and group size for a custom itinerary and quote within 24 hours. A 20% deposit confirms your booking (bank transfer or PayPal); the balance is paid on arrival.
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