Tour description – Fez
This private tour (2 days / 1 night) takes you from Fez a Fez, with local guides and everything organised at your own pace.
Desde Fez al desierto del Sahara en dos días: una escapada perfecta para quienes tienen poco tiempo pero no quieren irse de Marruecos sin dormir en las dunas. En una sola noche vivirás lo mejor del Sahara —el paseo en camello, la cena bereber junto al fuego, el cielo estrellado y el amanecer sobre Erg Chebbi— con la comodidad de un tour privado a tu ritmo.
El camino es parte del viaje. Cruzamos el Medio Atlas, paramos entre los cedros de Ifrane para buscar a los monos de Berbería y bajamos por el valle del Ziz, uno de los palmerales más bonitos del país. Como somos de Rissani, a un paso de las dunas, te llevamos directos a los rincones que de verdad merecen la pena.
Cuéntanos tus fechas y cuántos viajáis y te preparamos un presupuesto sin compromiso. Podemos ampliar a 3 días, cambiar el punto final o mejorar el campamento a la opción de lujo.
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Highlights – Fez
- The fastest way to reach the desert from Fez
- The cedar forests of Ifrane and Barbary macaques
- The Ziz Valley and its great palm groves
- Night in a Berber camp in Erg Chebbi
- Camel ride at sunset and sunrise in the dunes
Day-by-day itinerary to Fez
- Day
1Fez – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Pickup at your hotel in Fez and departure south across the Middle Atlas. We stop in Ifrane, Morocco's 'little Switzerland', and in its cedar forests, where Barbary macaques are often seen. We continue through Midelt and descend the spectacular Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and kasbahs, to Merzouga. At sunset, a camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes to the camp. Berber dinner, music and a night under the stars.
- Day
2Sunrise in the dunes – return to Fez
We get up early to watch the sunrise over the sea of sand and ride back to the village by camel for breakfast. We return to Fez through the same Ziz Valley and Ifrane, with the necessary stops along the way. Arrival in Fez in the evening.
What's included – tour to Fez
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Fez
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Spanish-speaking driver-guide
- 1 night in a Berber camp
- Camel ride at sunset and sunrise
- Dinner and breakfast
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Tips (optional)
Frequently asked questions – tour to Fez
Is the desert worth it in just 2 days from Fez?
Yes, if your time is limited. It's an intense but well-used route: in a single night you experience the essentials of the Sahara —camels, camp, sunset and sunrise—. If you have more days, we recommend the 3-day version to enjoy it more calmly.
How many hours of driving are there from Fez to Merzouga?
About 7 hours with stops each way. We leave early to reach the dunes in time for the camel ride before sunset.
Can I end the route in Merzouga or Marrakech instead of returning to Fez?
Yes. We can drop you in Merzouga, continue to Marrakech or adjust the ending to your itinerary. Write to us and we'll organise it to suit you.
Does it get very cold at night in the desert?
From November to March the nights are cool, so it is a good idea to bring warm clothes. The camp has blankets and dinner is served by the warmth of the fire. The rest of the year the nights are pleasant.
Why choose this tour?
100% private tour
Just your group, no strangers. The vehicle, guide and pace are exclusively yours.
Local Amazigh guide
Mohamed and Hassan are from Rissani, at the gateway to the Sahara. They show you the desert they have known all their lives.
Flexible itinerary
We stop wherever you like, adjust the schedule and personalise every detail to your preferences.
Book with 30%
Confirm your spot with a minimum deposit. You pay the rest during the trip, no surprises.
Before travelling to Fez
Best time
Spring (March–May) and autumn (Sept–Nov). Winter is cold at night; summer is very hot.
What to bring
Light daytime clothes, a warm layer for the night, sunscreen, a hat and comfortable footwear for the sand.
Physical level
Basic level. The camel ride is optional and can be swapped for a 4×4 if you prefer.
Health & safety
Morocco is a safe destination. We recommend travel insurance and bringing any personal medication you need.
Pick-up
We pick you up at your hotel, riad or airport. Just give us the exact address when booking.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 7 days before. The deposit is refundable under those conditions.
Extra activities available
Camel ride
Ride to the dunes at sunset on a dromedary, guided by a local Berber.
Sandboard
Slide down the dunes of Erg Chebbi on a board. Adrenaline in the sands of the Sahara.
Desert quad biking
Explore the surroundings of Merzouga on a quad bike along sandy tracks and palm groves.
Night under the stars
Berber camp in the dunes: traditional dinner, gnawa music and a sky free of light pollution.
Village visits
Explore the ksars and nomadic villages near Merzouga with your local guide.
Traditional hammam
Authentic relaxation in a Moroccan hammam after the trip. We arrange it for you.
Extra activities are not included in the tour price. Ask us about availability and pricing.
