A three-day round trip from Fes to Merzouga across the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley, with two nights in a desert camp and a full day exploring the Erg Chebbi region.
A three-day round trip from Fes to Merzouga across the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley, with two nights in a desert camp and a full day exploring the Erg Chebbi region.
Highlights
Ifrane and Middle Atlas cedar forests
Ziz Valley oasis
Sunset camel trek in Erg Chebbi
Two nights in a Merzouga desert camp
4x4 excursion to Khamlia, nomadic settlements and fossil mines
Rissani market and Erfoud fossil workshops
Itinerary
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Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Depart Fes around 8 AM. Cross the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and cedar forests, descend through Ziz Valley and reach Merzouga for a sunset camel trek, dinner and campfire music.
≈ 470 km · 7–8 h driving
Overnight: Merzouga desert camp
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Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Watch sunrise, with optional sandboarding. Take a 4x4 excursion to Khamlia for Gnawa music, nomadic settlements and fossil mines, then spend a second night at camp.
≈ 60 km · local 4×4 trips
Overnight: Merzouga desert camp
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Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Fes
Visit Rissani’s market and Erfoud’s fossil workshops before driving back to Fes, with the site stating arrival by 6 PM.
≈ 470 km · 7–8 h driving
Accommodation
Overnight stops or accommodation types listed for this itinerary: Merzouga desert camp. Exact properties and room or camp options are confirmed in your proposal.
Included
Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver/guide
Two nights in a Merzouga desert camp
Two breakfasts and two dinners
Sunset camel trek and 4x4 desert excursion
Fes pickup and drop-off
Not included
Lunches, drinks, tips and personal expenses
Optional entrance fees
Travel insurance and extra services or upgrades
Important note about driving times
Some days on this tour are long drives: Day 1 (≈ 470 km, 7–8 h), Day 3 (≈ 470 km, 7–8 h). These are approximate. Real times can change with traffic, weather, road conditions, sightseeing stops, meals and breaks — your driver stops whenever you need, so plan for a full day on the road.
Good to know
Both nights are in a Merzouga desert camp. The middle day is devoted to desert exploration before the route returns to Fes through Rissani and Erfoud; we will confirm the exact camp category in your proposal.
The listed duration is 3 days / 2 nights. Ask us for a written itinerary for your dates.
Where does this trip start and finish?+−
The listed route starts in Fes and finishes in Fes. Confirm your pickup and drop-off points in your proposal.
Where are both nights spent?+−
Both nights are listed in a Merzouga desert camp.
Is the desert 4×4 excursion included?+−
Yes. The recorded inclusions list a 4×4 desert excursion alongside the sunset camel trek.
Is this a private tour?+−
Yes. Transport is private, in an air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver/guide, so the pace and photo stops follow your group.
How long are the driving days?+−
The longest leg is Day 1: about 470 km and 7–8 h of driving. Times vary with traffic, weather, road conditions and stops. Each day's distance is shown in the itinerary above.
Is the camel ride included?+−
Yes. Sunset camel trek and 4x4 desert excursion
What meals are included?+−
Two breakfasts and two dinners
What is not included?+−
Lunches, drinks, tips and personal expenses Optional entrance fees Travel insurance and extra services or upgrades
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