2 Days Desert Tour from Fes
Overview
Do you have only two days, and you still want to see the Sahara? Our private 2 days desert tour from Fes is made for you. You leave the imperial city of Fes in the morning, cross the green Middle Atlas, drive through the Ziz Valley and arrive at the golden dunes of Merzouga in the evening. You ride a camel at sunset, enjoy dinner under the stars and sleep in a luxury desert camp. The next day you return to Fes by the same scenic road.
This Sahara Desert tour from Fes is short, but it is full of beautiful places. On the way you walk in the cedar forest of Azrou, where wild Barbary macaque monkeys wait for you, and you stop in Ifrane, the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco. You see the high mountains, the big Ziz Valley with its palm trees and the red desert plains. Your driver knows the best viewpoints, so you stop for photos and a mint tea whenever you like.
Everything is private and easy on this 2 days desert tour from Fes. We pick you up at your hotel or riad in Fes, and we bring you back there at the end of the trip. Only your group travels in the vehicle, so this fes desert tour 2 days is a perfect choice for couples, families and friends. Contact us and we prepare a free offer for your dates.
If you have a little more time, you can also choose a 3 days tour from Marrakech to Fes or a 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes. But for a short trip, the 2 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga is the best way to feel the real Sahara.
Fes is one of the oldest cities in Morocco, and its old medina, Fes el Bali, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many travelers visit it first and then book our 2 days fes desert tour to see the Sahara. Our 2 days Fes desert tour starts at your door and ends there too, so it is easy to add to your Morocco trip.
- Start: Fes
- Duration: 2 days / 1 night
- Tour style: Private tour
- End: Fes
- Price: Check below
Highlights of the 2 days desert tour from Fes:
- Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the town of Ifrane
- Meet the Barbary macaque monkeys in the Azrou Cedar Forest
- See the wide Ziz Valley and its palm groves from a viewpoint
- Ride a camel at sunset over the Merzouga dunes
- Enjoy dinner and Berber music in a luxury Sahara camp
- Sleep in a private tent under a sky full of stars
- Watch the sunrise over the dunes, or add a quad bike ride
- Travel with a private driver and stop for photos at any time
Why a private 2 days Fes desert tour?
With only two days, every hour is important. A private tour gives you a plan that is simple and free. You do not wait for other travelers, and you do not follow a fixed timetable. On a 2 days fes desert tour, this is very useful, because the drive is long and the views are wonderful.
- Your own rhythm. Leave early, stop in the cedar forest, take photos and drink tea when you want.
- A local driver. He knows the road, the best viewpoints and the good places for lunch.
- Time for the desert. We plan the day so you arrive at the dunes before sunset.
- A luxury camp. You choose your camp from our list and sleep in comfort.
- Easy to change. Add a quad bike ride, a romantic dinner or a photographer.
The 2 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga also fits well with a longer Morocco trip. Many guests join our Sahara Desert tour from Fes before they continue to Marrakech, and we can arrange the transfer for you. For a longer adventure, see our 5 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
2 Days desert tour from Fes itinerary:
Day 1: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Azrou Cedar Forest ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Desert
Your 2 days desert tour from Fes starts when your driver picks you up at your hotel or riad in Fes in the morning. We leave the city and drive south into the Middle Atlas. The first stop is Ifrane, a clean mountain town with red roofs and green parks, called the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco. Take a short walk and a few photos.
Next we enter the Azrou Cedar Forest, one of the most beautiful forests in the country. Here you meet the Barbary macaque monkeys, who live in the old cedar trees. Please keep a little distance and enjoy the moment. After the forest we continue to Midelt, where you can stop for lunch.
In the afternoon the road follows the Ziz Valley. At a panoramic viewpoint you see a long river of palm trees in the middle of a red land. Then the landscape becomes wide and open, and the first dunes of Erg Chebbi appear. At Merzouga you meet your camel guide and ride into the dunes at sunset. In the camp you enjoy tea, a traditional dinner and Berber music, and you sleep in a desert tent under the stars.
Driving distance: Approximately 560 km
Driving time: Approximately 9 hr, without stops
Day 2: Merzouga Sunrise ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Fes
Wake up early and climb a dune to watch the sunrise over the Sahara. The sand turns from pink to gold, and the desert is very quiet. If you want more fun, you can add a quad bike ride through the dunes at sunrise, and many guests love it. Then you have breakfast in the camp and say goodbye to the desert.
We start the long drive back to Fes by the same scenic road. We drive again through the Ziz Valley and stop at Midelt for lunch. In the afternoon we cross the Middle Atlas, stop again at Azrou or Ifrane if you like, and enjoy the cool mountain air.
We arrive in Fes in the evening, and your driver takes you to your hotel or riad. Your 2 days desert tour from Fes ends here, and you take home a bag full of photos and good memories.
Driving distance: Approximately 560 km
Driving time: Approximately 9 hr, without stops
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Inclusive and Exclusive of the 2 days desert tour from Fes
Inclusive:
- Pickup and drop-off in Fes, subject to access
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver or a driver and an English-speaking tour guide (If you prefer another language, kindly inform us in advance)
- One night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga, with dinner and breakfast
- Camel trekking experience at sunset
- Sandboarding
- Stops for photos, tea and the cedar forest
Exclusive:
- Lunches and drinks
- Quad bike or buggy rides (optional)
- Tips (optional)
Map of the 2 days desert tour from Fes
Accommodations
On our 2 days desert tour from Fes you sleep one night in a luxury camp among the golden Merzouga dunes. You have a private tent with a real bed, a warm dinner, Berber music and breakfast in the morning. Choose the camp you like when you book, or we use a similar camp depending on the availability.
| Options | Merzouga desert camp |
|---|---|
| Option 1 | Lunara Desert Camp |
| Option 2 | Najma Luxury Camp |
| Option 3 | Siroco Luxury Camp |
Or similar camps, depending on the availability.
2 Days desert tour from Fes price:
The price of our private 2 days desert tour from Fes is not fixed. It depends on the group size and your travel date, and also on the camp and the extra activities you choose. We prepare a personal offer, so you pay only for what you really want.
- Group size: The price per person is lower when more travelers share the vehicle.
- Travel dates: Prices change with the season and the camp availability.
For a quote that fits your group, please use the form below, contact us, or message us on WhatsApp.
Ask us about the 2 days fes desert tour today, and we reply with an offer as soon as possible.
Booking
Know Before You Go: 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes
- Plan for two long driving days. Each way is about 560 km and approximately 9 hours without stops. We make breaks for photos, coffee and lunch, so the real day is longer.
- Pack a small overnight bag. Keep your big suitcase in the vehicle and take only what you need for the desert camp.
- Dress in layers. The Middle Atlas and the desert nights are cold, especially in winter, while the days in Merzouga can be hot.
- Bring a scarf and sunglasses. They protect you from the sun and the sand.
- Bring some cash. Lunches, drinks, tips and extras like quad bikes are not included.
- Respect the monkeys. Do not touch them, and do not feed them, because they are wild animals.
- Best seasons: spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). In winter, snow can close some roads in the Middle Atlas for a few hours, and we then change the plan for your safety.
With a little planning, your 2 days desert tour from Fes is easy and relaxed. Tell us your travel date and the speed you like, and we adjust your Sahara Desert tour from Fes for you.
Extra activities for your 2 days desert tour from Fes
Before the tour
- Guided Fes medina tour
- Fes cooking class
During the tour
- A professional photographer
- Romantic dinner in the desert
- Romantic desert proposal setup
- Quad bike ATV
- Buggy rental ATV
After the tour
- Day trip to Chefchaouen
- Visit to Volubilis and Meknes
- Transfer to Marrakech or Tangier
Reviews
What our guests say
★★★★★
Read what our guests say about the 2 days desert tour from Fes with Morocco Discover Excursions.
Unforgettable 2 Days Sahara Experience
★★★★★
Jenna Murphy
My husband and I had only two days to see the desert, and this 2 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga was the best decision we made! The Sahara was magical, and we shared a beautiful, romantic dinner under the stars at the luxury camp that we will never forget. For the sunrise, we went on a quad bike adventure through the dunes. It was so thrilling to watch the sun come up. Our driver was friendly and kind too.
Amazing Desert Tour
★★★★★
Camille Roussel
We traveled with Morocco Discover Excursions and booked a 2 day tour from Fes because we had little time in Morocco, and it was amazing. Our group loved the Sahara desert, the camel ride at sunset and the monkeys in the cedar forest. We also decided to add an extra quad bike activity, and it was a lot of fun. The Moroccan people were very kind and welcoming to us all the time. We highly recommend this tour for a short trip.
Best Short Trip
★★★★★
My Fes desert tour 2 days with Morocco Discover Excursions was absolutely gorgeous from the moment of pickup in Fes. We loved the charming town of Ifrane, the Middle Atlas, the cedar forest and the panoramic view of the Ziz Valley, and we took amazing photos. In the desert we rode camels across the dunes to the luxury camp and had a magical night under the stars. It was a truly best moment, and we highly recommend Morocco Discover Excursions for your Morocco trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2 days desert tour from Fes private?
Yes. Only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver. You choose when to stop for photos, tea or lunch, so the trip follows your rhythm.
Is two days enough for a Sahara Desert tour from Fes?
Yes, if you have little time. The road is long, so you spend most of the first and the last day driving, but you still enjoy a camel ride, a night in a luxury camp and the sunrise on the dunes. If you have more time, we suggest a longer trip.
Where do we sleep on the 2 days Fes desert tour?
You sleep one night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga, with dinner and breakfast included. You can see the camp options in the accommodation table above.
How long is the drive on the 2 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga?
Each way is about 560 km, approximately 9 hours without stops. We make breaks in Ifrane, the cedar forest, Midelt and the Ziz Valley, so the day is relaxed.
How much does the 2 days Fes desert tour cost?
The price depends on your group size, your travel date, the camp you choose and any extra activities. Please contact us with your dates and number of travelers, and we send you a personal offer.
Can we ride a quad bike at sunrise?
Yes. Many guests add a quad bike ride through the dunes at sunrise. It is an optional extra, so please tell us when you book.
Do we really see monkeys on the way?
Usually yes. The Barbary macaque monkeys live in the Azrou Cedar Forest, and we stop there on the first day. They are wild animals, so please enjoy them from a short distance.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Have a different desert adventure in mind? At Morocco Discover Excursions, we are happy to create a trip that fits your travel style, interests, and schedule. You can add a night in the desert, stop in Chefchaouen, choose a different desert camp, or add special activities. Please contact us and let’s make your desert experience truly special!