2-Day Sahara Desert Express from Fes


2-Day Sahara Desert Express from Fes

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Overview

This 2-day desert tour from Fes to Merzouga offers a short but unforgettable introduction to the magic of the Sahara Desert. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, visit the charming alpine town of Ifrane, meet Barbary monkeys in the cedar forests of Azrou, and journey through the scenic Ziz Valley. End the day with a camel trek at sunset and spend the night in a Berber desert camp under a blanket of stars. Perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience Morocco’s desert beauty and Berber culture.

Tour Highlights – 2-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Fes

  • Pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and enjoy a scenic drive through ever-changing landscapes

  • Visit Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its unique alpine charm

  • Stop in the cedar forest of Azrou and meet wild Barbary macaques

  • Marvel at the lush Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and ksours (fortified villages)

  • Enjoy a camel trek at sunset through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi

  • Spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp, with dinner, music, and stargazing

  • Wake up to a magical sunrise over the dunes

  • Connect with local people and learn about their nomadic lifestyle and Berber traditions

Tour Details

  • Destination: Merzouga Desert via Middle Atlas
  • Departure Location: Any location in Fes
  • Return Location: Any location in Fes
  • Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
  • Price: Varies depending on the number of travelers

Itinerary

 

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga


Your private desert adventure begins with a drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stops will be in Ifrane—known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”—and the cedar forest of Azrou, where you may spot wild Barbary apes.

We’ll continue through the scenic Tizi N’Talghemt Pass and the dramatic Ziz Gorge, with time to pause for pictures and enjoy traditional mint tea. From there, the journey leads us through the lush Ziz Valley and the towns of Erfoud and Rissani—an oasis rich in history.

By late afternoon, we’ll reach the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Here, you’ll have the option to ride camels into the heart of the desert. At the camp, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, music around the campfire, and a night under the starry Sahara sky.

Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes


We’ll rise early to catch the sunrise over the dunes, then return to the village by camel (optional) or 4×4. After freshening up and enjoying breakfast at a local hotel, we begin our journey back to Fes.

Along the way, we’ll pass once more through Rissani and Erfoud, with optional stops for exploration. We’ll pause again in Midelt for lunch and in Ifrane for a final stroll before arriving back in Fes, where your 2-day desert tour concludes.

INCLUDED
  • Pick-up service from your accommodation in Fes

  • Private transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

  • Fuel included throughout the tour

  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide

  • Overnight stay in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast included

  • Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel per person)

  • Accommodations in carefully selected hotels and riads

  • Flexibility to stop anywhere along the route for photos

  • Drop-off service at your accommodation in Fes

NOT INCLUDED

• Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
• International flight tickets (to and from your home country)
• Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
• Anything not specifically mentioned in the “10 Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech” program
• Lunches and beverages
• International flight tickets

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