For those with less time but a desire to dig into Morocco’s majestic desert landscapes, this Fes to Merzouga overnight tour is ideal. This mini adventure navigates you from the lush Mid Atlas Mountains with its cedar forests, and Berber villages, downhill through the verdant palm groves of Ziz Valley and finally into the formidable Erg Chebbi Saharan dunes. Arrive in Merzouga and ride a camel through the golden sand dunes in time to watch the magical sunset over the Sahara before sleeping in a luxury desert camp under the stars. After the sun sets and you have enjoyed breakfast at the camp, you will ride back the camel or a 4WD car to the village to meet your driver. Whilst it’s short, this tour is jam-packed with amazing scenery, cultural encounters and an unforgettable desert adventure.
If you want absolute flexibility, comfort and a one-on-one personalized experience, consider booking a private Morocco tour. Offering visits to historic cities, the sweeping Sahara, and the beautiful Atlas Mountains, personal travel with a private tour means you can set the pace and only focus on the sites and activities which you want to do and see. You’ll receive greater cultural insights and smoother logistics from beginning to end with the help of local experts. Private tours are fully tailor-made exactly to your schedule, interests, group size and travel-styles, for any couples, families, friends, and solo travelers. And the larger your group, the cheaper it is per person, while transportation costs are consistent regardless of the season.
Your trip starts early morning from fes drive south in the middle atlas mountains. The first port of call is the charming Ifrane (“the Switzerland of Morocco”) revered for its alpine looking houses and clean streets. Proceed to Azrou to see the famed cedar forest and playful Barbary apes.
The road takes you over the Middle Atlas Mountains and through Midelt, a small mountain town famous for its apple orchards. Here, you can pause for lunch and enjoy vistas of surrounding peaks. As you drive south, you descend to the Ziz Valley, one of Morocco’s biggest oasis areas, where dates grow under thousands of palms and traditional kasbahs dot the riverbanks.
Then continue through Erfoud, known for fossils and dates, before arriving in Merzouga, the base for the Erg Chebbi dunes. For sunset, near the end of the afternoon, you will ride camels instead to take you through the golden Sahara. Arrive at your luxury desert camp just in time for a traditional dinner, live Berber music, and restful night under the stars.
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes and have your breakfast at the camp before returning to Merzouga village by camel or 4×4. Start your return back to Fes with your first stop in Rissani, the thousand year old town which is regarded as the birthplace of the current ruling royal family of Morocco. Take a walk around its traditional market if you desire.
Later Keep driving on to the north beyond Erfoud and Errachidia, winding up now in the Middle Atlas Mountains. You’ll be treated to stunning vistas, photo breaks, and leisurely lunch stop in Midelt. The route now leads through Azrou and Ifrane, where you have time for a final leisurely stop to admire the beautiful landscape before arriving at Fes early in the evening, the end of an adventure that you will never forget!
⇒ Important Note:
This 2 Days tour from Fes to Merzouga is a bespoke tour, so it can be tailored to meet your specific requirements and can be adjusted within your schedule and style of travel. If you’re looking for a more cultural emphasis, a bit more time, or some upgraded accommodations, we are delighted to be able to customize the trip for you to make it just what you’re looking for.
Note that prices can change according to the number of participants and the kind of accommodation you choose (standard or luxury). The larger the group that takes the tour, the cheaper it gets per person. But the cost of transportation remains the same since it is per vehicle and not per person. Feel free to contact our team for a custom quote or to customize your itinerary — it is available 24/7 to take your call!
This 2-day trip from Fes to Merzouga was simply unforgettable. Even though it was a short tour, it was packed with breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, and smooth organization. Our guide, Hassan, was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and made sure we were comfortable at every moment. Riding camels into the sunset and sleeping in a luxury camp under the stars was like a dream. Highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to experience the magic of the Sahara in a short time!
I only had two days free, but this tour made it feel like a full Moroccan adventure. The journey from Fes through the mountains and valleys was stunning, and the stops in Ifrane and the Ziz Valley made the drive enjoyable. The highlight, of course, was the camel trek in Merzouga and the night in the desert camp—amazing food, music, and the clearest sky I’ve ever seen. Thank you to Hassan and the Private Moroccan Tour team for making everything so seamless and special!
Customization Available: All our tours can be personalized to match your itinerary, desires, and travel style. If you want to make modifications such as adding stops, upgrading the accommodations or taking it a bit slower feel free to ask, we take care of it all.
Tour costs depend on many factors:
To get a booking confirmation you will need to make a few small deposits. The balance can be paid on arrival.
What to Pack:
Travel INSURANCE: Travel insurance covering medical, trip cancellation, and lost luggage is recommended.
Local Guides & Drivers: Our guides and drivers are experienced and knowledgeable of the local ingredients, history and culture, speak English, French and other languages! They are not only drivers they are also storytellers, cultural ambassadors and confidants.
Luggage: A small daypack is recommended for overnight stays (especially desert camps). Your primary luggage will be locked in the vehicle.
Weather & Conditions: Morocco’s weather can be changeable hot days, cold nights especially in the mountains and desert. Make sure you consider the seasonal conditions before heading on the trip.
Responsible Travel: We promote respect for local traditions and culture. Our Tours are all about Sustainable and real Moroccan experience.
Private Moroccan Tours is available 24/7. So please do not hesitate to contact our team of experienced and friendly human beings who are always available to help you create your own Moroccan experience according to your area of interest and schedule. With great insight into the beautiful country of Morocco, its culture, nature and tourism we are dedicated to offering you a memorable experience. There is the small deposit needed to secure your Moroccan trip, please do keep in mind that!
