5-day desert tour from Fes
Private 5-day tour from Fes to the Merzouga desert: Todra Gorge, camels, Berber tents and unique landscapes.
About this tour
A spectacular route from Fes to the Sahara Desert, through the Middle Atlas, impressive gorges and the golden dunes of Merzouga. Ideal for those seeking nature, Berber culture and an authentic desert experience.
Day-by-day itinerary
DAY 1Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Todra Gorge
Departure from Fes at the agreed time towards southern Morocco. Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”, and continue to the Azrou cedar forests, home to wild monkeys. Lunch in the Berber village of Zaida. Cross the Middle Atlas via Midelt and Rich, enjoying unique mountain scenery, to the impressive Todra Gorge.
DAY 2Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga
After breakfast, drive towards the desert through traditional Berber villages and southern oases. Pass through Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud, gateway to the Tafilalet oasis, before arriving in Merzouga, at the foot of the Sahara dunes.
DAY 3Merzouga → Khamlia → Nomads → Erg Chebbi
4x4 route across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Visit to the village of Khamlia for live Gnawa music. Meeting with Berber nomad families, visits to abandoned mines and palm oases. In the afternoon, camel ride across the dunes to the desert camp. Traditional Berber dinner, drum music and a night in tents under an unforgettable starry sky.
DAY 4Merzouga → Rissani → Ziz Valley → Midelt
Desert sunrise (optional). After breakfast, camel ride back to Merzouga. Drive to Rissani to visit its traditional market, one of the most authentic in southern Morocco. Continue through the Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and oasis landscapes, to Midelt.
DAY 5Midelt → Azrou → Ifrane → Fes
After breakfast, drive to Fes back through the Azrou cedar forests, stopping to see the wild monkeys. Stop in Ifrane and continue to Fes. Arrival in the afternoon and end of our services.
What’s included
Included
- Comfortable 4x4 or minibus transport
- Driver-guide in your language
- Fuel
- Camel ride
- Night in desert tents with dinner and breakfast
- Hotels on half board (breakfast and dinner)
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips
- Flights
Accommodation
During the trip you stay in selected riads and hotels and, in the Merzouga desert, at a desert camp. You can choose standard, boutique or luxury accommodation; we name the exact places in your proposal.
Price
This tour costs from €625 per person, based on 2 travellers in standard accommodation. For larger groups the price per person goes down; in high season or with luxury accommodation it goes up. We send you the exact price for your dates within 24 hours.
What to bring
- Comfortable layers and something warm: desert nights are cool even in summer.
- Comfortable shoes for walking in medinas and on the dunes.
- Sunglasses, a cap or scarf and sunscreen.
- A small backpack for the night at the camp.
- Some cash in dirhams for meals, drinks and tips.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp or by email with your dates and number of travellers.
- Within 24 hours you receive your itinerary and final price, with no obligation.
- We adjust whatever you like and you confirm the booking.
Why travel with Turismo a Marruecos
Just you and your group, no crowded coaches.
A driver-guide who speaks your language.
Flexible routes adapted to your interests.
Personalised quote in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is the tour private?
Yes. It is a private trip just for you and your companions, with your own driver and at your own pace.
Can it be customised?
Yes. We adapt the number of days, the starting city, the accommodation and the visits to what you need.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp or email info@marruecosprivado.com with your dates and number of travellers. We will send you a tailor-made proposal within 24 hours, with no obligation.
How much does this tour cost?
From €625 per person for 2 travellers in standard accommodation. The final price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the accommodation you choose.
Can children come?
Yes. Because the trip is private, we adapt the pace, stops and accommodation to families with children.
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Message us today and we will plan your tailor-made trip within 24 hours, free and with no obligation.