3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga
A 3 days tour from Fes to Merzouga (the Sahara Desert) offers an unforgettable journey through diverse landscapes and cultural landmarks.
3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga
- Morocco
Tour Overview
A 3 days tour from Fes to Merzouga (the Sahara desert) offers an unforgettable journey through diverse landscapes and cultural landmarks. The tour starts in Fes, passes through the picturesque Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops in Ifrane and Azrou, and continues through the fertile Ziz Valley to Merzouga.
In Merzouga, enjoy a camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach a desert camp, where you will enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine, music, and storytelling under the stars. The second day includes watching the stunning sunrise and participating in activities such as sandboarding, 4×4 excursions, and visiting Gnawa musicians in the village of Khamlia.
The final day consists of a return trip via Rissani and Erfoud, stopping for a leisurely lunch before returning to Fes in the late afternoon or early evening.
3 Days / 2 Nights
Daily Tour
Year-round
English, Spanish, French
Fes
Fes
Highlights of 3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga
- Stop at Cedar Forests and see Barbary monkeys
- Enjoy the stunning views of the Middle Atlas Mountains
- Explore Morocco's diverse landscapes, from the towering Atlas Mountains to the enchanting semi-desert and desert regions dotted with majestic dunes
- Watch sunset and sunrise over the dunes
- Camel ride
- Exploration tour of the Sahara desert by 4x4 vehicle
- Party around a campfire with local music (Drums)
Program Itinerary of 3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga
Day 1: Fes > Ifran > Ziz valley > Sahara desert (470 KM)
After breakfast, you start your journey by following the southern route through the Middle and High Atlas mountains. Your first destination is the charming city of Ifrane, located at an altitude of 1,630 meters on the northwestern slope of the Middle Atlas.
With its beautiful streets, green parks, and Swiss-inspired architecture, which earned it the nickname “Moroccan Switzerland”, your route then takes you through the charming cedar forests extending along the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you can stop and enjoy the opportunity to meet the playful macaques.
Then, your journey continues south through the High Atlas Mountains, reaching the picturesque Ziz Valley, with the opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the palm groves extending along the valley, considered the largest in the region. Then, drive along the valley to the city of Erfoud, which is regarded as the largest open-air paleontology museum in Morocco.
Finally, head towards Merzouga, where golden dunes await you. Enjoy an unforgettable experience with a camel ride to watch the sunset and spend an overnight at the camp.
Day 2: Explore the Sahara Desert by 4x4 vehicle
Wake up early and head to the nearest dunes to have the opportunity to watch the sunrise, which is considered one of the most beautiful and famous activities in the region. Then return to camp for breakfast before setting off on an exceptional day to explore the area by 4×4 vehicle.
After breakfast, you will start your adventure from the camp and then head towards the Hassi El Abyad Oasis to learn about the traditional irrigation system adopted. Head towards the city of Khamliya to learn about the distinctive and rich style of Gnawa music. Head towards Bedouin communities to learn about their lifestyle and how they adapt to life, then stop at several panoramic points.
Then, go to one of the restaurants to try Berber pizza, considered the region’s most famous dish. During the afternoon, there will be free time where you can try different activities, such as riding motorcycles, horses, quad bikes, and ATVs…
Day 3: Sahara Desert > Fes (470 KM)
After breakfast, your tour heads northbound, returning to Fes.
Price Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
- Transport by private modern vehicle with A/C
- Car Fuel
- Pick-up & drop off at/from your accommodation
- Camel trekking
- 1 night in a private tent with a private WC & shower
- 2 Dinners + 2 Breakfasts
- Experienced English-speaking Driver/Guide
- 1 night in a private room in a hotel
- Excursion by 4x4 vehicle to explore the Sahara desert area
Price Excludes
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tipping
- Extra activities
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What Our Clients Says?
Our travelers are at the heart of everything we do. See what our happy clients have to say about their experience with Saharan Tours!
We had an amazing experience with Saharan Tours company and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Morocco. Our itinerary was perfectly balanced. Allowing us to explore Morocco's rich culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities. Highlights included wandering the colorful streets of chefchaouin, exploring the history of medinas of Fes and Marrakech. And enjoying the magical night under the stars in the Sahara desert.
Our driver/ guide Said was fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing Morocco's history and traditions. The accommodations were comfortable and authentic. And the transportation was smooth and reliable.What I liked the most were the 2 nights I spent in the Sahara Desert, it's a completely different world, we had a full day in the desert and also had the chance to experience ATVs riding.
If you're looking for a well organized memorable Moroccan adventure. Saharan Tours is an excellent choice. 5/5 Stars exceptional service and authentic experience.
We had wonderful trip to Morocco. Thanks to Said and Ibrahim with Saharan Tours.
Said accommodate all our requests and built a great itinerary for us. Including Riads, hotels, desert camp for our stay. Our transportation from destination to destination, and guided tours in each place.
Ibrahim drove us everywhere during 10 day trip, tirelessly helping us with everything. We are ever so grateful to him for his help. Especially because he had to be away from his family during the month of Ramadan.
The guides that company had for us were great (Fes and Marrakech medinas) Many many thanks and we recommend Saharan Tours to everyone thinking of a trip to Morocco.
My friend and I chose a private driver for 2 day/ 1 night in the Sahara desert from Marrakech. Our driver, Said, was so great. He was very knowledgeable, professional and kind.
This was during Ramadan so our trip may have been different otherwise. Not that we'd know as it was our first time in Morocco. Somethings were closed for Ramadan but I think also it was nice because there were less people around. We still got to see all sites and eat at great food stops. Said, our driver even bought us a box of dates from a village he went to school in. Very thoughtful. We felt safe with him and the car was clean and comfortable.
And yes. The drive was long ( took us 10 hrs each way) but you see so many things and make a few stops ( whatever you want!). It was easy and beautiful and I would recommend it to anyone. Once at the tent, if you don't take the camels to the spot then you get to take the 4×4 car and ride over the dunes. That is what we did and it was so fun. The camp was so cool and the views are what it's all about.
Personally. The one night tour was ideal ( and we were short on time ). This was the perfect trip with a trustworthy company. Thanks Said!!!!!
Our long overdue holiday to Morocco was amazing. From the first contact with Said to a 10 day trip with Youssef.
All communication/ Emails to Said were replied to quickly and I understood exactly what we were getting. I never felt like anything was a problem or a hassle.
Our driver Youssef was the best. We couldn't have asked for a better person to share our experience with and we will always remember him and feel we have a connection to Morocco through him. His local knowledge and general warmth made our long days together fun. Our 10 day trip from Casablanca to Casablanca and everywhere in between captured so many different experiences. And a special highlight was the New Year's event in the Sahara desert.
I can't recommend Saharan Tours company enough. I just hope one day we can go back with all the family for some more.
