| Option | Camp |
|---|---|
| First option | Zahra Luxury Camp |
| Second option | Dihya Desert Camp |
| Third option | Merzouga Luxury Desert Camps |
Are you staying in the cultural capital of Morocco but desperately want to see the Sahara? Our 2 day Fes to Merzouga desert tour itinerary is the perfect express getaway. If you don’t have time for a long cross-country road trip, this fast-paced Fes To Marrakech Desert Tour 2 Days takes you straight south through the beautiful cedar forests, directly into the massive golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and brings you right back to Fes the next day. For travelers looking to maximize their time, this is the ultimate Merzouga desert tour Fes round trip.
We expertly craft our Morocco tours to deliver a truly authentic and unforgettable vacation. Each travel package is completely flexible and can be personalized to fit your exact interests, dates, and travel style. Whether you want to include extra cities, change the daily pace, or focus on specific local activities, our team will adapt the route to match your exact wishes. Enjoy a one of a kind, tailor made trip to Morocco created exclusively for you.
Depart Fes around 08:00 and begin your journey toward the enchanting Merzouga Desert. Your first stop is Ifrane, often called the “Little Switzerland of Morocco,” where you can enjoy a coffee break and take in the charming alpine-style scenery. Next, explore the cedar forest of Azrou, home to the playful Barbary apes.
From here, continue across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt, known as Morocco’s “apple capital,” where lunch is served. The drive proceeds over the scenic Tizi-n-Talghemt Pass—also called the She-Camel Pass—through the lush Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and traditional Berber villages, with several stops for photos and to admire the views. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon, where your camels and guide await for a memorable ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Pause atop a high dune to witness a breathtaking sunset, then settle into your desert camp. After a delicious dinner, gather around the campfire to enjoy Berber music under the star-studded desert sky.
If you prefer, a return to Fes instead of continuing to Marrakech is also possible; the same desert experience and driving route can be arranged as a round‑trip from Fes.
Early morning, you can enjoy an optional sunrise over the dunes before returning to camp for breakfast. Afterward, you’ll be transferred by 4×4 from the camp to Merzouga village to begin the long drive, with scenic stops along the way. You’ll stop at Ait Benhaddou for panoramic views of the UNESCO‑listed kasbah (on this 2‑day tour, the visit is from the outside only), then cross the High Atlas Mountains with several panoramic viewpoints. Before arriving in Marrakech in the evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your riad or hotel.
