3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day adventure from Fes to the Sahara Desert, returning to Fes after exploring Morocco’s most iconic landscapes. This 3-day / 2-night tour allows you to experience the country’s diverse scenery, from the Middle Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of Merzouga.

The journey begins in Fes, Morocco’s cultural heart, as you head south to discover the “Switzerland of Morocco,” Ifrane, with its alpine-style architecture and cool climate. Continue to the cedar forests near Azrou, where Barbary macaques roam freely, creating a perfect photo opportunity. After a stop in Midelt for lunch, drive along the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and stunning desert views.

Arriving in Merzouga, you will experience the Sahara Desert up close. Ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy a magical sunset from the top of a high dune, and spend the night at a luxury desert camp under a canopy of stars. The following day, explore the Merzouga region in a 4×4, visiting nomad villages, the Khamlia village for traditional Gnaoua music, the wild lake of Merzouga, and nearby fossil-rich areas.

On your return journey to Fes, stop at Rissani’s bustling traditional market and Erfoud, the town famous for its fossils and marble workshops. This 3-day desert tour offers a perfect combination of adventure, culture, and breathtaking landscapes, ending back in Fes with memories of Morocco’s Sahara forever imprinted in your mind.

3 Days Tour – Morocco Itinerary

Day 1 Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara (Approx. 7 Hours Drive)

Your 3-day desert adventure begins with an early pickup from your hotel or the airport in Fes. Travel south through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains to Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture, cool climate, and snow in winter. Continue to the cedar forests near Azrou, where Barbary macaques roam freely, offering a unique opportunity to interact and take photos.

After a stop in Midelt for lunch, drive along the stunning Ziz Valley, passing through palm groves and dramatic landscapes. In the afternoon, arrive at Merzouga and switch to camels for a ride across the iconic Erg Chebbi dunes. Pause atop a high dune to witness a breathtaking desert sunset. Your day ends at a luxury desert camp where you’ll enjoy Berber drumming, traditional music, and dinner under a sky full of stars. Overnight in the camp.

Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca – Dades Valley rock formations

Day 2Explore Merzouga – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga Lake – Palm Groves (Approx. 2 Hours Drive)

Wake up early to experience the desert sunrise before enjoying breakfast at the camp. Begin your exploration of the Merzouga region, which offers sand dunes, palm groves, fossil-rich areas, and oases perfect for outdoor adventures.

Visit an ancient eyeliner mine, meet local nomads in their handmade tents, and learn about their way of life while sipping traditional Berber tea. Next, stop at Khamlia village, known for its Gnaoua music and cultural performances by descendants of sub-Saharan communities. After lunch, stroll through the lush palm groves and visit the wild lake of Merzouga, also called Flamingos Lake. Return to a hotel near the dunes for dinner and overnight stay.

Ait Ben Haddou kasbah UNESCO site traditional clay village Morocco

Day 3Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes (Approx. 7 Hours Drive)

After breakfast, leave the desert and visit Rissani, the historic capital of Tafilalet, famous for its vibrant souk held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Continue to Erfoud, a town renowned for its fossil workshops, where you can see how fossilized marble is crafted into unique souvenirs.

Drive back through the scenic Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way, and continue through the cedar forests and Ifrane before arriving in Fes. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport, ending your 3-day Sahara adventure.

Note: If you wish to continue your journey to Marrakech, consider the 3 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech.

Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca – Merzouga Sahara camel trek sunset

Inclusions & Exclusions

What’s included

Private transport (4x4 or minivan + fuel)
Pick-up & drop-off in Fes
1 Night in an Excellent Hotel / Riad.
1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp in Merzouga + Private Bathroom
Camel trekking experience (one camel per person)
Dinner and breakfast included
Sandboards Available at the Camp

What’s Not Included

Lunches
Drinks
Entrance fees

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What our travelers say

      Excellent rating  
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       Inolvidable Ha sido un viaje fantástico siempre acompañadas de Mostafa que nos ha atendido i cuidado maravillosamente la noche del desierto genial i el guía de la visita a Marrakech fantástico
     
   NorthStar55857132535 
 
 
 
 
 
     Sorprendente experiencia Mostafa ha sido nuestro guía en este bonito viaje Nos ha guiado y cuidado Conocer este país, pintoresco y amable es toda una experiencia,
     
   maite s 
 
 
 
 
 
     Best 5 days hosted by guide Zaid. Zaid was our driver and guide for 5 days starting in Casablanca and ending in Rissani. He was a not only an incredible driver and guide he was a perfect host too. He was very knowledgable in local history of important sites but also the culture too. His personal experiences and his willingness to share his own stories gave us first hand insight into Moroccan life. I would recommend Zaid and consider yourself lucky if you have him!!!
     
   Jeff R 
 
 
 
 
 
     Tour por marruecos Viaje por Marruecos espectacular gracias a la organización de musthafa q me lo organizó todo súper bien !!! Y de la compañía de Said que nos llevó a lugares inolvidables!!! Gracias por vuestra profesionalidad y seriedad!!! Un viaje en buenas manos!!!!!!
     
   Maria Del Carme... S 
 
 
 
 
 
     Wonderlust and Hazim are the best! We did a day tour at Chefchauoen with Wonderlust and our tour guide Hazim was excellent!!! Very knowledgeable, warm, and welcoming into his town. Walking around he didn't just know the town, he knew everyone in town! That made it more of a special experience as we felt like we were fully connecting with the culture. He even made sure we found some Sfinge. Delicious 😋. We met him as a tour guide and left as family. Gracias hermano.
     
   Christian S 
 
 
 
 
 
     Zaid with Morocco made our trip!! Just finished the most amazing 6 days with Zaid- traveling to Chefchaceoun/Fes/Merzouga. Zaid was door to door our host from airport to airport. He was so knowledgeable and personable. A total pleasure to travel with. So sad our time is over. He is the best ambassador for Morocco. We all thank him For his tender care and attention to every detail!!!
     
   cruben 
 
 
 
 
 
     Excellent! Having made my trip to Morocco with Wanderlust Morocco Tours was the best idea. Mustapha was a great host. Everything went better than I expected: the tour in Marrakech, the riad, the transportation, the night in the desert, everything was perfect. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him. Thank you!!!
     
   Lilia T 
 
 
 
 
 
     Southern Morocco It was a great experience. We covered the southern part of Morocco. Youness, our tour guide was very informative and made sure we had the best overall experience. He also made arrangements for my vegetarian friend and we had some of the best food as well. He planned out our camel ride in the Sahara desert so that we could enjoy the sunset on our way to the tents. Again, shout out to Youness, great guy and very helpful throughout the trip. Definitely going to plan a trip to the Northern parts of Morocco with these guys.
     
   Rohit S 
 
 
 
 
 
     Paseo a Marruecos con Youness Echatri El paseo con Youness estuvo increible. Tuvimos la oportunidad de visitar muchos sitios y de comer una comida deliciosa. Le recomiendo a la persona que tenga la oportunidad de ir a marruecos, vaya a Merzouga con Youness. Es una persona muy responsable, muy buena gente, y que siempre sabe recomendar lo mejor! Definitivamente espero volver a Marruecos algun dia y hacer otro viaje con él y su empresa!!
     
   Simon P 
 
 
 
 
 
     CON MUSTAFA POR EL DESIERTO Genial la escursión que hicimos por el desierto Sobre todo el conductor que nos llevó MUSTAFA un tío genial se preocupo en todo momento que estuvieramos muy bien nos enseño todo y genial Muchas gracias por se así.
     
   Traveler14990170465

      Excellent rating  
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      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Todo muy bien, el guía Mustafá y los hermanos geniales, volveríamos a contratarlos sin ninguna duda. 100% recomendados.
     
   Sara Yera Lagunas 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I traveled in May of 2025 to Morocco with a couple who are fun neighbors.  It was my husband’s second trip to Morocco with Wanderlust.  Khalid was our driver and guide. He went above and beyond expectations to keep us safe on the road. While driving he gave us fascinating insights into the culture, religion, agriculture, geography and food of his country.  He answered our questions.  He also coordinated with local guides to give us tours that were interesting to us.  For example, one of us weaves, so we met some masterful weavers working at their looms. He anticipated our needs for rest breaks, made sure restaurants were clean and served the food we desired.  We were honored that Khalid took us to his family home to enjoy meeting his family. His mother made delicious Berber pizza and a multitude of tasty treats for us.  Her tea was the BEST we had. Wanderlust booked well located and beautifully designed Riads for our stays. Many had hammams, roof top bars and excellent dining. All had large rooms or suites with decor that was fun and exotic. Over the course of 9 days, we felt that we had an excellent experience in Morocco. Winnie and Megan listened to our wishes and offered suggestions that made for a trip that was uniquely ours. We highly recommend Khalid as a driver and ambassador for his country and his Berber cultural roots.
     
   Debra Layne 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you very much to Mustapha and Hassan. We came all over from mexico and I was very amazed of how they speak very good Spanish. I felt so comfortable since my arrival because they pick me up at the Menara airport, they are very nice people and I am really grateful to them. My tour to agafay dessert was an incredible and unforgettable experience. I totally recommend the quad and the camel tour. Thank you again to take care of my friend and myself really good. I hope to come back soon.
     
   Carolina Santillan Rodriguez 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have had a wonderful trip with wanderlust Morocco tours everything was excellent highly recommended
     
   Jack 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing round trip through Morocco. It was fascinating to see different parts of the country. The selection of places to visit and stay for the night was perfect. We were impressed by the diversity and beauty of the country, from the imperial cities to the desert. We also had the best time with Mustafa. He was a great and highly reliable guide as well as a careful driver. He also told us lots of interesting things about Moroccon life and culture - and at the same time gave us our own space to enjoy the country. We loved listening to Berber music and would always go back for another trip with him.
     
   H. D. 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very informative and helpful.
     
   Kevin Sugrue 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. abbiamo fatto un tour del deserto da Marrakech a fes e tutto stato perfetto. Grazie mille.
     
   Mrta Suarez