2 Days Fes to Merzouga Sahara Tour
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Tour Type
Explore Tours
Immerse your self in a two-day Moroccan adventure that takes you from the cultural heart of Fes to the mesmerizing sands of the Merzouga Sahara. This journey offers a rich blend of scenic drives, historical explorations, and unique cultural encounters. Starting in Fes, travel through picturesque towns, lush cedar forests, and the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains. Experience the thrill of a camel trek across the Sahara dunes, enjoy traditional Berber hospitality, and witness breathtaking sunsets and sunrises in the desert. The tour concludes with a return to Fes, enriched with unforgettable memories and experiences.
Highlights
- Travel through Imouzzer, Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”), and the cedar forests, offering stunning landscapes and opportunities to see Barbary Macaques.
- A perfect lunch stop to enjoy regional cuisine and a break in your journey.
- Drive through picturesque routes with panoramic views, enhancing the travel experience.
- Swap your vehicle for camels and embark on a magical trek across the golden dunes of the Sahara, experiencing the true essence of desert travel.
- Witness the spectacular desert sunset and sunrise, a highlight of the tour, offering stunning photo opportunities and a deep connection with nature.
- Enjoy an evening of traditional Berber music and dance around a campfire, followed by a delightful dinner and overnight stay under the stars.
- Explore the ancient capital of Tafilalet and vibrant souks of Rissani, and visit a workshop in Erfoud to see fossilized marble, adding a cultural and historical dimension to the tour.
- Conclude the journey with scenic stops along the Ziz River and cedar forests, arriving back in Fes with enriched experiences and lasting memories.
Included/Exclude
- All in the Tour Plan
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C.
- English-speaking driver.
- Breakfasts & dinners
- Lunches & drinks.
- Entrance fees to monuments if any
Tour Plan
Your Morocco tour begins with an early pick-up from your hotel or riad in Fes. This unforgettable desert journey takes you through the stunning Middle Atlas Mountains, passing by Ifrane, often called the "Switzerland of Morocco", and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to wild Barbary monkeys.
Enjoy a delicious lunch in Midelt, then continue your travel through the Ziz Valley, a scenic spot known for its palm groves and panoramic views. Along the way, you’ll pass by Berber villages and mountain landscapes as you drive through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass.
In the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, you’ll start your camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, one of the highlights of all Morocco desert tours. At sunset, stop on a high dune to enjoy the breathtaking view.
Your day ends at a traditional desert camp where you’ll be welcomed with Berber music and dance around the fire. Enjoy a Moroccan dinner and sleep under the stars for an authentic Sahara desert experience
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the Sahara Desert — a magical moment that makes every Morocco trip package unforgettable. After breakfast at the camp, ride your camel back to Merzouga village, where your driver will be waiting to start the return journey.
Your first stop is Rissani, a historical town known as the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty. Discover its lively local market (souk), especially vibrant on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, and learn about its role as a former caravan center linking Sahara tours with the north.
Continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops and desert culture. You’ll visit a local factory to see how fossilized marble is turned into art — a unique aspect of this region’s geology.
Traveling north again, you’ll pass through the Ziz Valley, with time for photos of its stunning oases and palm groves. Drive across the Middle Atlas, revisit the cedar forests near Azrou, and enjoy the calm mountain air of Ifrane.
Your guided tour ends upon arrival in Fes, where we’ll drop you off at your hotel or the airport. This two-day desert excursion from Fes combines local tours, cultural immersion, and the unforgettable beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
