Overview
Your 3-day tour from Fes to the Sahara leads you through the stunning Ziz Valley to the peaceful desert of Merzouga. Take an exciting camel ride, camp overnight among the dunes, and witness breathtaking sunsets and sunrises. Along the way, explore the historic Rissani market and the fossil workshops of Erfoud before returning to Fes — an extraordinary loop through Morocco’s most magnificent landscapes.
Customize your trip — we may adjust this itinerary to any modification you require. Ideal for adults, groups of friends, couples, solo travelers, and families with children.
Highlights
- Explore the stunning landscapes of the Ziz Valley and the Sahara Desert
- Ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Witness breathtaking sunrise and sunset over the desert
- Explore the historic market of Rissani, a true Moroccan trading hub
- Discover the ancient fossil workshops of Erfoud
Itinerary — Day by Day
Fes — Ifrane — Midelt — Ziz Valley — Merzouga Desert
Early pickup from your Fes accommodation. Begin in Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco,” then meet the Barbary macaques of the cedar forest. After lunch in Midelt, cross the stunning Ziz Valley to Merzouga, where camels carry you into the golden dunes for a spectacular sunset. Dinner, Berber music, and drumming under the stars at your desert camp.
Merzouga — Nomadic Villages — Khamlia — Erg Chebbi
Wake early for an unforgettable Sahara sunrise, then explore the desert by 4×4: an ancient eyeliner mine, tea with a nomadic family in their hand-woven tent, and a mesmerizing Gnawa concert in Khamlia village. After lunch, visit the palm grove and the seasonal Flamingos’ Lake before returning to your comfortable Merzouga hotel for dinner.
Merzouga — Rissani — Erfoud — Ziz Valley — Ifrane — Fes
Return to Fes via Rissani, historic capital of the Tafilalet region with one of Morocco’s most authentic souks, and Erfoud, the “fossil capital,” where marine fossils become beautiful decorative objects. Pause in the Ziz Valley and pass Ifrane before arriving in Fes, with drop-off at your accommodation or the airport.
Included in the Tour
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
- Professional English / Spanish-speaking driver
- One night in a desert camp and one night in a Merzouga hotel
- Camel trekking experience
- Breakfasts and dinners in the desert
Not Included
- Airline tickets to / from Morocco
- Lunches and soft drinks
- Entry fees and personal expenses
