Fes to Sahara Desert – 3-Day Tour via Ifrane & Midelt
A spectacular 3-day journey from the imperial city of Fes to the golden Sahara dunes of Merzouga, passing through the cedar forests of Ifrane, the dramatic Ziz Valley and the pre-Saharan plains. One of Morocco's most rewarding road trips.
What's Included
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- 2 nights accommodation (hotel & desert camp)
- Daily breakfast
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
- Camel ride & luxury desert camp
Not Included
- International flights & travel insurance
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses & tips
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Fes to Merzouga via Ifrane & Ziz Valley
Depart Fes early, driving south through the cedar forests of Ifrane — Morocco's 'Little Switzerland' — where Barbary macaques roam freely in the trees. Continue through the mountain town of Midelt and descend into the spectacular Ziz Valley, a dramatic gorge lined with thousands of date palms. Arrive at the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga by late afternoon. Sunset camel ride into the Sahara.
Day 2 – Sahara Desert Day
Wake before dawn for a magical Sahara sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast, explore the desert by 4x4 — visit nomad villages, hidden oases and fossil sites. Sandboarding on the dunes in the afternoon. Overnight in a luxury desert camp under a sky full of stars with traditional Berber music.
Day 3 – Merzouga to Fes & Departure
Return to Fes via the scenic Ziz Valley route, stopping at Er-Rachidia and the Ziz gorge viewpoints. Arrive in Fes by early evening for airport transfer or onward journey.
Tour Highlights
- 🌲 Ifrane cedar forests & Barbary macaques
- 🌵 Ziz Valley spectacular palm gorge
- 🐪 Sahara sunset camel ride in Erg Chebbi
- ⛺️ Overnight luxury desert camp
- 🗺️ Private English-speaking guide throughout
- 🌅 Sahara sunrise over the dunes
- 🌄 Sandboarding on the dunes
- 🐒 Barbary macaques in the wild
- 🏡 Ifrane – Morocco's Little Switzerland
- 🔭 Stargazing in the Sahara sky
- 🚐 Private A/C vehicle throughout
- ✈️ Airport transfers included
Tour Details
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Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
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Departure: Daily from Fes
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Group size: Private & small group options
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Difficulty: Easy
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Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic
Book your Fes to Sahara tour today and journey from Morocco's most ancient city to its most magical desert.
