3 Days from Fes — Circular

Fes · Sahara Desert
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Three days — drive south from Fes to the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, spend the night under the Sahara stars, then return north through the Ziz Valley back to Fes.

📅Duration

3 Days / 2 Nights

🏁Circuit

Fes → Fes

🐪Desert

Erg Chebbi Dunes

🌅Sunrise

Sahara Sunrise

👥Group

100% Private

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Day 1
Fes → Middle Atlas → Merzouga
Early pickup from your Fes hotel. Drive south through Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forest (Barbary macaques). Continue through Midelt and the dramatic Ziz Gorge and palm oasis. Arrive Merzouga late afternoon. Board camels at sunset for the trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Berber dinner with traditional music at the luxury desert camp. 1st night in the Sahara.
Day 2
Full Sahara Day — Merzouga
Rise at 5am for the magical Sahara sunrise from the highest dune — one of Morocco's most breathtaking experiences. Return to camp for a traditional Berber breakfast. Morning activities: sandboarding, 4×4 dune excursion, visit a nomad family or simply rest in the silence of the desert. Afternoon at leisure. 2nd night under the Milky Way.
Day 3
Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Fes
Sunrise camel ride back to the village. Breakfast. Depart northbound through the Tafilalt oasis, Ziz Gorge and the Middle Atlas cedar forests. Optional stop at Midelt or Ifrane. Arrive back in Fes by evening. Drop-off at your hotel.

✅ What's Included

Private vehicle + driverEnglish-speaking guide 1 night Fes riad + 1 night luxury desert campBreakfast each day Camel ride (sunset + sunrise)Sahara activities Berber dinner at campAll pickups in Fes

❌ Not Included

Lunches & dinnersEntry feesPersonal expenses

Starting from

€310 / person

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You Morocco ToursVerified on TripAdvisor
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Excellent · 34 Reviews
Verified Traveler

"Perfect desert escape from Fes!"

"We were based in Fes and wanted to see the Sahara. This 3-day circular tour was absolutely perfect. The Ziz Valley on the way back was stunning. We returned to our Fes riad with lifelong memories."

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Marcus P.
🇳🇱 Netherlands · February 2026
Verified Traveler

"2 Sahara nights is the right call"

"Don't be tempted by 1-night options. With 2 nights you truly feel the desert — the first night you're awed, the second you feel at peace. The full activity day between was magical."

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Joanna L.
🇵🇱 Poland · March 2026
Verified Traveler

"The drive is part of the experience"

"The Ziz Gorge on the return was one of the most beautiful drives I've ever done. We stopped at every viewpoint. Our driver knew every single spot. I will never forget this trip."

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Camille R.
🇫🇷 France · April 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer this as a 2-night Sahara version as standard, which we strongly recommend. A 1-night option exists as a shorter variant — contact us and we'll adjust the itinerary accordingly.

The drive is approximately 6–7 hours with stops. We depart early (7am) to arrive at Merzouga in time for the late afternoon camel ride and sunset at the camp.

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