6 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga
Tour Overview
This 6 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga offers you an unforgettable journey through Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains, the Ziz Valley, and the golden dunes of the Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert. You will explore the spiritual city of Fes, ride camels across the desert at sunset, and spend magical nights under starry skies in a traditional Berber camp.
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Duration 6 days
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English, French, Spanish
Pickup included
The drivers will pick you up from any place you specify hotel airport airbnb
Wheelchair accessible
Small group
Limited to 8 participants
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Fes
Pick-up at Fes airport and transfer to your hotel or riad. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a first walk in the Medina to get acquainted with this ancient city.
Meals: Welcome dinner included
Day 2: Guided Tour of Fes
Full day dedicated to discovering the cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco. Visit Al-Qarawiyyin University, Medersas, the old souks, tanneries, and the historic Fes El-Jedid. Explore the world's largest car-free urban area and immerse yourself in authentic Moroccan culture.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Merzouga
After breakfast, we drive through the Middle Atlas, stopping at Ifrane and Azrou Cedar Forest to see the Barbary apes. Continue via the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. In the afternoon, enjoy a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, admire the sunset, and spend the night in a desert camp with dinner and Berber music.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 4: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit the Gnawa village of Khamlia, meet nomadic families, and explore Rissani's traditional market. Experience the authentic desert lifestyle and learn about Berber culture. Return to Merzouga and spend the night in a local riad/hotel.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 5: Merzouga – Middle Atlas – Fes
Drive back towards Fes via Rissani, Ziz Valley, Midelt, and Azrou forest. Stop to take in panoramic views and meet the local monkeys before arriving in Fes in the afternoon. Enjoy your final evening in the imperial city.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 6: Fes – Airport Transfer
After breakfast, transfer to the airport at your scheduled time. End of your 6 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga with unforgettable memories of Morocco's cultural heritage and desert landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast included
What's Included
- Pick-up & drop-off at your accommodation
- Private comfortable vehicle with A/C
- Professional driver/guide
- 5 nights accommodation (hotels & desert camp)
- Breakfasts & dinners (vegetarian options available)
- Camel trekking in Merzouga (per person)
- 1 Night in desert camp with dinner & breakfast
What's Not Included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Flights
- Tips for guides and drivers
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Professional multilingual guides