3 days tour from Fes to Merzouga
Highlight overview
This 3 days tour from Fes to Merzouga transports you through the heart of Morocco, from the lively metropolis of Fes to the breathtaking Sahara Desert.
On the first day, you will leave Fes and drive to Merzouga, stopping along the way to see the picturesque town of Ifrane and the Atlas Mountains. In the evening, you will embark on a camel trek into the desert dunes, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal and the sunset.
On the second day, you’ll get up early to enjoy the dawn over the desert dunes. After breakfast, you can embark on a camel ride, 4×4 trip, or quad bike tour through the Erg Chebbi dunes, visit a nomad camp, and enjoy sandboarding. You will return to your camp in the evening for another typical Moroccan supper and bonfire.
On day 3, you will return to Merzouga by camel and check out of your hotel. You will next go to Fes, stopping along the way to see the Rissani Market, Morocco’s largest outdoor market. You will arrive in Fes late in the afternoon and will be dropped off at your hotel or airport.
This journey is an excellent way to see the best of Morocco, from the breathtaking scenery and lovely villages to the rich culture and delectable cuisine. You will also have the chance to experience the beauty of the Sahara Desert, one of the world’s most distinctive and magnificent places.
Trip itinerary
Day 1: Fes to Merzouga (450 kilometers)
Your tour begins in Fes, where you will meet your driver and guide. Following that, you will go on a magnificent journey across the Atlas Mountains, stopping along the way to view the breathtaking scenery and quaint communities.
Ifrane, noted for its Alpine-style buildings and cedar forests, will be your first destination. You can stroll through town, visit the Lion Head Rock, or simply relax at one of the many cafes.
After lunch, you’ll continue on to Merzouga, a little town on the outskirts of the Sahara Desert. You will check into your accommodation upon arrival and have some time to unwind before your camel trip.
You will board your camel and ride towards the desert dunes in the dusk. Enjoy the sunset over the sand dunes and the solitude of the desert night as you ride.
When you arrive at your camp, you will be welcomed with a traditional Moroccan dinner and a bonfire. After dinner, you can relax under the stars and listen to your guide’s stories.
Day 2: Tour of the Merzouga desert
You’ll get up early this morning to view the dawn over the desert dunes. You will go on a desert trip after breakfast. You have the option of going on a camel ride, a 4×4 trip, or a quad bike tour.
The Erg Chebbi dunes, one of the largest sand dune regions in the Sahara Desert, will be explored during the camel ride. You will also go to a nomad camp and learn about their way of life.
The 4×4 excursion takes you to the Khamlia settlement, famous for its Gnaoua music, and the Hassi Labied oasis. You will also have the option of going sandboarding.
The quad bike excursion will take you across the Erg Chebbi dunes and the adjacent desert environment.
You will return to your camp in the afternoon and relax. You will have a traditional Moroccan supper and a bonfire in the evening. After dinner, you can stargaze and enjoy the desert’s solitude and quiet.
Day 3: Merzouga to Fes (450 km)
After breakfast, you will return to your hotel on your camel. After that, you will check out of your accommodation and depart for Fes.
You will stop along the way to explore the Rissani Market, Morocco’s largest outdoor market. Everything from traditional attire and spices to souvenirs and handicrafts can be found here.
You will continue your drive to Fes after lunch, arriving in the late afternoon. Depending on your option, you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.
Trip included and Exculuded
- Complimentary Transfer from Marrakech airport to your accommodation or Riad.
- On the day of the excursion, you will be picked up from your hotel or riad.
- A/C deluxe 4x4 or minibus chauffeured by an English or French driver.
- Maximum of 17 passengers (driver/guide).
- Overnight In a desert camping area.
- A private tent with proper beds.
- Camel trekking is a popular activity.
- dinner.
- Breakfast.
- Beverages.
- lunches
- Personal costs.
