2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara Desert
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2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara Desert
Tour overview:
Scoprite la magia del deserto del Sahara con questo breve ma indimenticabile tour di 2 giorni da Fes a Merzouga. Attraversate le montagne del Medio Atlante e visitate Ifrane, conosciuta come la “Svizzera del Marocco” per le sue case in stile alpino e il clima fresco.
Esplora la foresta di cedri per vedere i giocosi macachi di Barberia e fermati a Midelt per pranzare godendoti la vista della regione. Viaggia lungo il pittoresco fiume Ziz e ammira la rigogliosa valle dello Ziz, poi raggiungi Merzouga, dove potrai cavalcare i cammelli attraverso le dune dorate dell’Erg Chebbi, goderti un tramonto mozzafiato e trascorrere la notte in un lussuoso campo berbero nel deserto sotto il cielo stellato.
Il secondo giorno, svegliatevi presto per vedere l’alba nel Sahara, poi tornate a Merzouga a dorso di cammello. Visitate Rissani, la storica capitale del Tafilalet, ed esplorate il vivace souk. Proseguite verso Erfoud per vedere i suoi famosi laboratori di marmo fossile, poi tornate indietro attraverso le montagne del Medio Atlante, la foresta di cedri e Ifrane per raggiungere Fes, concludendo la vostra avventura di 2 giorni nel deserto del Marocco.
Highlights
- Explore the Middle Atlas Mountains and scenic passes like Tizi-n-Tilghmt
- Visit Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and see its alpine-style houses
- Walk through the Cedar Forest and see the playful Barbary Macaques
- Stop in Midelt for lunch and enjoy views of apple orchards
- Travel along the Ziz River and admire the Ziz Valley panorama
- Ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga
- Watch the magical sunset and sunrise in the Sahara Desert
- Spend a night in a luxury Berber desert camp with traditional drum music
- Visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, and its lively souk
- Explore Erfoud and a workshop of fossilized marble
- Return to Fes via scenic desert and mountain routes
Tour itinerary
1 Day: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara
The 2 days Morocco Sahara desert tour begins with an early pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Fes. We drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, known for its cool climate, snow in winter, and alpine-style houses – no wonder it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. Next, we continue to the Cedar Forest, home to the Barbary Macaques, where you can feed and photograph these playful monkeys. Later, we stop in Midelt for lunch before heading toward the Sahara Desert, driving through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the scenic Ziz River.
In the afternoon, we arrive at the Merzouga desert. Here, you will switch to camels for a ride across the golden dunes. Stop at a high dune to enjoy the magical sunset over the desert. Afterward, we continue to the desert camp, where you can enjoy Berber drum music around the campfire under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight stay will be in the luxury Berber desert camp.
2 Day: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes
Wake up early to admire the stunning sunrise in the heart of the Sahara Desert. After breakfast, return on camels to Merzouga, where your driver will meet you. We then visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, known for its lively souk held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. After exploring the souk, we continue to Erfoud to visit a fossil workshop, famous for its fossilized marble.
On the way back, we drive along the Ziz River and stop to admire the panoramic views of the Ziz Valley. We pass through the Cedar Forest and Ifrane before returning to Fes, where the tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Services included in price:
Includes
→ Tour in 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
→ Driver/Guide
→ Fuel
→ Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
→ 1 night in a desert camp (breakfast & dinner included)
→ Camel ride
Excludes
⊗ Beverages
⊗ Lunchs
⊗ Drinks
⊗ Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the 2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga?
The tour includes pick-up from your hotel or riad in Fes, private transportation in an air-conditioned 4×4 or minibus, an experienced English-speaking driver/guide, fuel, a night in a luxury desert camp with dinner and breakfast, and a camel ride at sunset and sunrise in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
What’s not included in the price?
Drinks, lunches, and personal expenses are not included. Tips for the driver or guides are also not part of the package.
What places will we visit during this trip?
You’ll travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stop in Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”), see the cedar forest with wild monkeys near Azrou, enjoy views of the Ziz Valley, and visit Erfoud and Rissani before reaching the Sahara dunes in Merzouga.
What is the itinerary like?
Day 1: Depart from Fes early morning, cross the Atlas Mountains, stop for photos and lunch along the way, then arrive in Merzouga for a camel ride and overnight in a desert camp under the stars.
Day 2: Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, have breakfast, then return to Fes with scenic stops along the way.
What should I bring for the tour?
Bring comfortable clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a light jacket for cool nights, and comfortable shoes for walking in the sand. Don’t forget your camera!
How long is the drive each day?
Each day includes around 7–8 hours of driving, but with many beautiful stops for photos, rest, and lunch.
Is the desert camp comfortable?
Yes! You’ll stay in a luxury Berber-style desert camp equipped with private tents, beds, blankets, and clean bathrooms. You’ll also enjoy traditional Moroccan dinner, tea, and music under the stars.
Do I need to be fit for the camel ride?
The camel ride is suitable for most travelers. If you prefer, you can reach the camp by 4×4 vehicle instead of camels.
Can I be picked up or dropped off anywhere in Fes?
Yes, pick-up and drop-off are available at your hotel, riad, or even the airport in Fes.
What’s the best time to do this tour?
The tour runs all year round. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal, with warm days and cool nights. In winter, the desert nights can be cold, while summer brings high daytime temperatures.
