3 Days Fes to Merzouga Desert tour

Depart from Fes at 8:00 AM in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Drive through Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its Alpine-style architecture. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the cedar forests near Azrou, where you can spot playful Barbary apes in their natural habitat.

Travel through traditional Berber villages and stop in Midelt, famous as Morocco’s “apple capital,” for lunch. Venture deeper into the mountains toward Er Rachidia, enjoying panoramic views of rugged landscapes and terraced fields. By late afternoon, arrive at the Toudgha Gorges, an impressive canyon of towering cliffs rising over 300 meters. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a comfortable hotel or guesthouse nestled near the gorges.

After breakfast, take a short walk along the riverbank of Toudgha Gorges, or explore the surrounding Berber villages to observe local life. Continue your journey south through Tinjdad and Erfoud, stopping to admire local fossil exhibits — unique reminders of the region’s ancient geological history.

Arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara desert Morocco, where your camels await for a scenic trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Pause atop the dunes to watch a spectacular desert sunset, before reaching your luxury desert camp. Enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner, followed by traditional Berber drumming and music around the campfire. Spend the night in your spacious desert tent with private bathroom facilities.

Rise early to experience a magical sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast, ride your camel back to Merzouga and continue your journey north through Rissani and Erfoud, stopping to admire fossil exhibitions and local crafts.

Travel through the lush Ziz Valley, famous for its extensive palm groves and annual date festival. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing Midelt for lunch, and continue via the Ayachi Mountains. Arrive back in Fes in the late afternoon, where your driver will drop you off at your riad or hotel, concluding your 3-day Fes Sahara desert tour.