A 3-day Fes desert tour with a full day in Merzouga
Quick answer: the 3 day desert tour from Fes leaves your riad, crosses the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and Midelt and reaches Merzouga. Day 2 is spent entirely in the desert (Khamlia, oases, nomad families and a sunset camel ride to the camp), and on day 3 you watch the sunrise over the dunes and drive back to Fes through the Ziz Valley.
Compared with the 2-day trip, this 3 day Fes to Merzouga tour spreads the driving better and leaves a whole day to enjoy the Sahara at a relaxed pace.
It is a private tour with your own driver, an air-conditioned vehicle, and nights in a hotel and a desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Highlights of the Fes to Sahara tour
Fes – Merzouga – Fes 3 day tour itinerary
Day 1Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga desert
Pick-up at around 8:00 from your accommodation in Fes. We pass Ifrane, the “little Switzerland”, and the cedar forest, have lunch in Midelt and drive down the Ziz Valley and Erfoud to Merzouga.
Day 2Full day in Merzouga
A day to explore the desert with less driving: the khettaras (underground irrigation), the Gnawa village of Khamlia and its music, nomad families and the area around Erg Chebbi. At sunset, a camel ride to the camp in the dunes.
Day 3Merzouga – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Fes
Wake up early for the sunrise from the top of the dunes. Camel ride back, breakfast and drive back to Fes via Erfoud, the Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas. Arrival in the evening.
What the 3-day tour price includes
✔ Included in the price
- Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Fes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English or Spanish speaking driver
- Fuel
- 1 night in a hotel and 1 night in a desert camp
- 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Camel ride (one camel per person)
- Khamlia and nomad family visit
✖ Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Optional activities (quad, buggy, sandboarding)
- Tips (optional)
- Travel insurance
Photos of the 3 day Fes desert tour
Route map: Fes – Merzouga
Travel with a local agency specialising in the Sahara
FAQ about the 3 day desert tour from Fes
How much does the 3 day desert tour from Fes cost?
The price depends on group size, season and accommodation level. As a private tour, the more travellers, the lower the price per person. Message us for a free quote.
Is 2 or 3 days better from Fes?
With 3 days you get a full day in the desert and a much more relaxed trip. If you are short on time, see the 2 day tour from Fes to Merzouga.
Can I finish in Marrakech?
Yes, with the 3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech via the desert.
Is a luxury desert camp available?
Yes. We can book a luxury camp in Merzouga with a private bathroom.
When is the best time to go?
March to May and September to November. See our guide on the best time to visit Morocco.