Tours from Fes
In short: private desert tours from Fes, 2 to 6 days, from €290 per person. Short trips go to the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga and back to Fes; longer tours continue south and finish in Marrakech.
From Fes the road crosses the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and its cedar forests, home to Barbary macaques, then follows the Ziz valley via Midelt to Merzouga for a camel trek and a night in a desert camp. Tours ending in Marrakech continue through the Todra and Dades gorges, the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs and Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the High Atlas.
All tours are private, with your own vehicle and driver, and the itinerary can be adapted to your interests.
Compare Our Desert Tours from Fes
| Tour | Days | Desert | Ends in | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour & Back | 2 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Back to Fes | From €290 |
| 3-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour & Back | 3 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Back to Fes | From €465 |
| 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga | 3 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Marrakech | From €465 |
| 4-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga | 4 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Marrakech | From €600 |
| 5-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga | 5 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Marrakech | From €700 |
| 6-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga | 6 | Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) | Marrakech | From €830 |
Prices are per person for a private tour and depend on group size and season.
Which Desert Tour from Fes Is Right for You?
Short on time? The 2-day tour is the quickest way from Fes to the Sahara: through Ifrane, Midelt and the Ziz valley to Merzouga for the sunset camel ride and a night in a desert camp, then back to Fes the next day.
Want more time in the desert? The 3-day round trip adds a full day around Merzouga, with the nomad families, the village of Khamlia and the market town of Rissani, before returning to Fes.
Travelling on to Marrakech? Our one-way tours cross the Sahara and finish in Marrakech, so you never drive the same road twice. The 3-day tour is the fastest; the 4-, 5- and 6-day versions add extra nights so the driving days are shorter and you have more time in the Todra and Dades gorges, the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs and Ait Ben Haddou.
Every desert tour from Fes goes to the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga, the closest big dunes to Fes.
2 Days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga via The Atlas Mountains, Valley Ziz, Kasbahs, Oasis, camel ride in Sahara Desert.
From €290 / 2 Days · Per Person
3 Day desert tour from Fes to Merzouga via The Atlas Mountains, Valley Ziz, The Tafilalt Kasbahs, Oasis, camel ride in Sahara Desert.
From €465 / 3 Days · Per Person
3 Day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech via The High Atlas Mountains, Ziz Valley & the Tafilal.
From €465 / 3 Days · Per Person
4 Day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech via The High Atlas Mountains, Valleys, Kasbahs & Sahara Desert.
From €600 / 4 Days · Per Person
5 Day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech via The great southern of Morocco, The High Atlas Mountains, Valleys, Kasbahs & Sahara.
From €700 / 5 Days · Per Person
6 Day desert tour from Fes via Secrets of South Morocco : The High, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Sahara and Berber villages.
From €830 / 6 Days · Per Person
Desert Tours from Fes – FAQ
How long does it take to reach the Sahara from Fes?
On our 2-day tour you reach the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga on the first day, crossing the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and Midelt and following the Ziz valley south.
Can the tour end in Marrakech?
Yes. Our 3- to 6-day tours from Fes cross the Sahara and finish in Marrakech via the Todra and Dades gorges and Ait Ben Haddou, so you do not drive back the same way.
How much does a desert tour from Fes cost?
From €290 per person for 2 days up to €830 for 6 days, depending on group size and season. Message us on WhatsApp for a quote.
When is the best time for a desert tour from Fes?
The best time to visit the Sahara desert is from September to May. Snow can fall in the Middle Atlas around Ifrane in winter, which is scenic but can slow the drive. See our best time to visit Morocco guide.
Are the tours private?
Yes. All our tours are private, with your own vehicle and driver, and the itinerary can be adapted to your interests.
Is a 2-day desert tour from Fes worth it?
Yes, if you only have two days: you reach Merzouga in time for the sunset camel ride and sleep in a desert camp. Both days include long drives, so if you can, the 3-day tour from Fes gives you a full day in the desert.
Do desert tours from Fes go to Erg Chigaga?
No. All our desert tours from Fes go to the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga, which are much closer to Fes. If you want to see Erg Chigaga, look at our tours from Marrakech or Ouarzazate.
Which tour from Fes to Marrakech should I choose?
The 3-day tour (from €465) is the fastest. The 4-day tour (from €600) splits the long drive to Marrakech, and the 5- and 6-day tours add more nights along the way.