Quick Answer
A 2-day Fes to Merzouga desert tour is the shortest private trip to experience the real sand dunes of Erg Chebbi from Fes.
Desert TourPrivate Tour
2-Day Fes to Merzouga Sahara Desert Express Tour
2 Days / 1 Night
Fes to Fes
Tour Highlights
- Express 2-day private tour from Fes to the golden Erg Chebbi sand dunes
- Feed wild Barbary macaques in the ancient cedar forest of Azrou
- Pass through alpine Ifrane and the 100km Ziz Valley palm oasis
- Sunset & sunrise camel trekking across Erg Chebbi dunes
- Overnight stay in a private luxury Sahara desert tent with hot shower & flush toilet
Detailed Tour Itinerary
D1
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara Desert Camp
Depart Fes early at 7:30 AM driving south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Visit alpine Ifrane, feed wild monkeys in Azrou cedar forest, and cross the lush Ziz Valley palm oasis. Arrive in Merzouga by late afternoon and mount camels for a sunset ride into Erg Chebbi for an overnight luxury desert camp stay with dinner and drumming.
Dinner includedPrivate Sahara Luxury Desert Camp
D2
Day 2: Erg Chebbi Dunes Sunrise – Rissani Market – Return Drive to Fes
Watch sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy breakfast and shower at camp. Return from dunes via camel or 4x4. Visit traditional market town Rissani before driving back through Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas to arrive in Fes by 6:00 PM.
Breakfast includedN/A (Drop-off in Fes)
What is Included
- •Private A/C 4x4 Prado or Mercedes minivan with driver
- •Pick-up and drop-off at your Fes riad
- •1 night luxury desert camp stay in Merzouga (private tent, dinner, breakfast)
- •Sunset & sunrise camel trek
What is Excluded
- •Lunches & beverages
- •Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2 days enough to visit the desert from Fes?
Yes! Fes is closer to Merzouga (~7 hours driving) than Marrakech (~9 hours), making a 2-day express tour comfortable from Fes.
Request Availability & Custom Quote
Fill out the form below to receive a personalized quote within 2 hours.
From
Private Tour€210/ person
Duration:2 Days / 1 Night
Group Size:Private (1-12 guests)
Cancellation:Free up to 48h before
âš¡ Fast response within 2 hours
You Might Also Like
Day TripFrom€65
1 Day (10 Hours)
Marrakech → Marrakech
1-Day Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Day Trip
Explore UNESCO Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate film studios on a scenic High Atlas day trip from Marrakech.
- Cross the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass (2,260m) with stunning panorama stops
- Guided tour inside ancient clay UNESCO site Ait Ben Haddou
Grand TourFrom€1150
10 Days / 9 Nights
Casablanca → Marrakech
10-Day Grand Morocco Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Tour
A complete grand tour of Morocco's four imperial cities, blue pearl Chefchaouen, Sahara desert, and High Atlas mountains.
- Visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, one of the largest operating mosques in the world
- Photowalk through the dreamy blue street alleyways of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains
Desert TourFrom€149
2 Days / 1 Night
Marrakech → Marrakech
2-Day Marrakech to Zagora Express Desert Tour
Ideal short desert getaway from Marrakech featuring High Atlas passes, Draa Valley palm groves, and sunset camel rides.
- Fastest desert getaway from Marrakech
- Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO monument
✨ Custom Morocco Experiences
Want a Custom Morocco Itinerary Tailored to You?
Whether you want a romantic luxury Saharan honeymoon, an energetic family adventure, or an imperial culture tour, our local Morocco travel specialists will design your perfect itinerary.