Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour 2 Days | Short Desert Trip

Wake up early if you would like to see sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast at the desert camp, return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 and begin the journey towards Fes. The road leaves the Merzouga Desert behind and follows the Ziz Valley, where viewpoints overlook palm groves and settlements along the valley.

Continue north toward Midelt as the desert landscape gradually gives way to mountain scenery. After a break along the route, travel into the Middle Atlas and stop around the cedar forest. Barbary macaques are often seen in this area, although wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

The final part of the Marrakech to Fes itinerary continues through Ifrane, sometimes called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before heading to Fes. You arrive in Fes in the late afternoon or evening depending on traffic, road conditions and stops. Drop-off is at your hotel or riad in Fes, or the nearest vehicle-accessible point.

Day 1 travels from Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains, stops for a panoramic view of Ait Ben Haddou and continues to the Merzouga Desert. You take a sunset camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend the night in a desert camp. Day 2 travels through the Ziz Valley, Midelt, the cedar forest and Ifrane before reaching Fes.

It can be a practical choice if you have only two days and specifically want to include Merzouga while traveling from Marrakech to Fes. The disadvantage is the amount of driving. Travelers with an extra day will generally find a 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour more comfortable.

This tour starts at €377 per person for two travelers. Current prices range from €150 to €748 per person depending on the number of travelers. Travel dates and the selected desert camp category can affect the final price.

The tour offers private transportation, an English-speaking driver-guide, pickup in Marrakech, drop-off in Fes, one night at a desert camp air-conditioned at every category, dinner and breakfast, a sunset camel ride lasting roughly an hour each way, and luggage transfer to the camp.

Day 1 requires around 9-10 hours of actual driving between Marrakech and Merzouga. Day 2 requires approximately 7-8 hours between Merzouga and Fes. Lunch, comfort and sightseeing stops are additional.

Bring comfortable clothes, suitable walking shoes, sun protection and layers for the evening and early morning. A small overnight bag is convenient for your night in the desert, although your main luggage is transferred to camp separately.

Spring and autumn generally provide moderate conditions. Winter can bring cold nights in the Sahara and cooler temperatures in the mountains, while summer days in the Merzouga Desert can be very hot.

Use seat belts where fitted, remain hydrated and follow your driver-guide’s instructions during road travel. Sun protection is important in the desert, and travelers should follow camp staff instructions during the camel ride and dune activities.

Private transportation is matched to the size of your booking and may be a 4×4, minivan, or minibus. A separate 4×4 transfer can also take you to the desert camp if you do not want to ride a camel.

The trip from Marrakech to Fes travels across the High Atlas Mountains to Merzouga before turning north through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas region toward Fes. It is essentially a Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga route.

Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp are included. Lunches, additional beverages and personal expenses are not included.

The standard experience includes a sunset camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, roughly an hour each way. If you prefer not to take the camel ride, a 4×4 transfer can be arranged instead.

Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the booking terms applicable to your reservation. Review the Complete Morocco cancellation policy before paying the deposit.

Yes. Pickup is from your hotel or riad in Marrakech, and the tour finishes at your hotel or riad in Fes. When accommodation is inside a pedestrian-only area, pickup or drop-off is arranged at the nearest vehicle-accessible point.

The tour includes one night in a private en-suite tent at a desert camp in Merzouga, air-conditioned at every category. Different accommodation categories can be requested, including a luxury desert camp, subject to availability.

Expect two substantial driving days separated by a night in the Sahara. The main desert experience includes the Erg Chebbi dune landscape, sunset camel trek, dinner at camp and the opportunity to watch sunrise the following morning.

The main stops are the High Atlas Mountains, the panoramic viewpoint of Ait Ben Haddou, Merzouga, Ziz Valley, the cedar forest and Ifrane. The exact timing of stops can vary according to road conditions and the day’s progress.

No. Travel insurance is not included. Travelers should arrange appropriate coverage separately if required.

This is a private tour rather than a fixed shared group departure. Transportation is matched to your group size, and availability for larger bookings is confirmed when you request the tour.

The desert activities include a sunset camel ride, the overnight desert camp experience and sandboards available at camp. A 4×4 ride can replace the camel trek when arranged.

Solo travelers can book the tour privately. The vehicle and driver-guide are dedicated to the booking, although the per-person rate is higher for one traveler because transportation costs are not shared.

Submit your travel dates, group size and preferred desert camp category through the booking form. We check transportation and camp availability and then confirm the final itinerary and price before you pay the required deposit.

After the booking details are confirmed, the deposit can be arranged using the available payment methods, including PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise.

Last-minute bookings can be checked, but availability is not guaranteed. The vehicle and preferred desert camp must both be available, so booking earlier gives you more accommodation options.