A short private desert escape from Fes to Erg Chebbi, returning to Fes after one night near Merzouga.
Tour overview
The Fes desert tour 2 days is a riveting adventure across the breathtaking Moroccan countryside. This journey is great for individuals with limited time who want to visit the Sahara desert. This itinerary is great for individuals who are already staying in Fes, since it leaves and returns to the city within two days.
The excursion begins with a drive across the Middle Atlas Mountains from Fes. You will stop along the journey to view the stunning countryside and discover the quaint Berber communities. You will also visit Ifrane, widely known as the "Switzerland of Morocco," where you may admire its distinctive architecture and enjoy the pleasant climate.
You will eat lunch in Erfoud after passing through the Ziz Valley on route to the Sahara desert. You will next travel to Merzouga, where you will reach your desert camp via camel. The desert sunset is an enchanting event that you will never forget.
This Fes desert tour 2 days is the quickest round trip from Fes to the Sahara. The route crosses Ifrane, Azrou, the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga for a camel trek and camp night.
Because the journey is compact, it is best for travellers who accept long driving days in exchange for one night in Erg Chebbi.
Day by day
Day 1
We will begin our 2 tour from Fes to the desert of Merzouga by picking you up at your hotel. Merely inform us of your location, and our driver will meet you at your Riad or hotel. From there, we will travel over the Atlas Mountains, with our first stop being Imouzar, where you may have breakfast and enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains. The next stop will be Ifrane, the cleanest city in Morocco and the second-cleanest city in the world, behind Calgary, Canada. Today, we will see the Atlas lion monument, which was sculpted by a German prisoner in return for his release from the French during World War II. Our next visit will be in the Azrou forest, a grove of cedar trees. You will get some free time to engage with the Barbary Macaque monkeys, one of the several species of animals found in the Atlas area. Before continuing on to Midelt and Errachidia, we will snap photographs and feed them. At Errachidia, you may enjoy a panoramic view of the Dam, which supplies Merzouga and the neighboring communities with water.
Day 2
t is suggested to wake up early in the morning to witness the sunrise before taking a 4WD or camel back to your starting point. From there, we will return to Fes along the same road, with two quick stops in Erfoud. The first stop will be at the date market to observe various types of fruits, followed by a visit to the mineral fossils museum. Finally, we will arrive at Fes, marking the end of our two-day desert tour to Merzouga.
The route
An overview of the main stops on this journey. Exact stops and timings are adapted to your dates and pace.
When to go
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable seasons for this route: warm days, cool desert nights and clear light over the dunes. Summer brings very hot afternoons in the south, so days start early and rest hours fall in the middle of the day. Winter is quiet and bright, with cold nights in the desert and possible snow on the High Atlas passes.
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Private travel
This tour runs privately for your group only. You travel in your own vehicle with a local driver who knows the roads, the villages and the seasons, so the itinerary can shift during the trip if you would rather stay longer somewhere or set off earlier.
Families, couples and small groups all travel the same way, with accommodation chosen to match the comfort level you ask for — from simple guesthouses to more comfortable hotels and desert camps.
To book this private 2 days tour from Fes, send us your travel date, number of travellers, pick-up location in Fes and preferred accommodation category through the request form.
Please mention any special requirements, including child seats, dietary needs, a private 4×4 transfer to the desert camp or optional activities such as quad biking and dune buggy rides.
After receiving your request we confirm availability and send you the final itinerary, accommodation details and total price. Your reservation is confirmed once the required deposit has been received.
To secure your reservation, a deposit of €100–€200 is required. The exact amount is stated in your final quotation and depends on the total booking value and the services you choose.
The deposit can be paid securely through PayPal. The remaining balance is normally paid in cash directly to your driver at the start of the tour.
Card payment can also be arranged. A 5% processing fee applies to payments made by card.
Your booking is fully confirmed once the deposit has been received and written confirmation has been sent with the final itinerary, desert camp details and payment summary.
We share pick-up times, accommodation details and packing suggestions for the desert once your dates are confirmed.
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What travellers say
74 reviews from travellers who booked with us. Figures checked September 2026.
“Our recent tour through Morocco was nothing short of spectacular, but what truly made the experience stand out was the exceptional service we received. A special shoutout goes to our driver, Omar, who was the highlight of our trip. What we appreciated most was how he catered to our specific interests, often suggesting stops and experiences that perfectly matched what we were looking for.”
“We just finished a 14 days tour of Morocco. The travel agency designed a travel plan for us that brings us from the modern Casablanca to the exotic Chefchaouen, Fes and Sahara. We were all well looked after by our driver Omar, who is courteous, gentle and humourous. He seems to know everyone wherever we visit.”
“We just returned from an unforgettable 10-day trip to Morocco with my wife and our three children, and I can't recommend this travel agency enough. They planned a perfectly balanced itinerary covering Marrakesh, Tangier, Chefchaouen, and Casablanca, giving us a wonderful mix of culture, history, and relaxation.”
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