Sahara Desert Tours from Fes
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10 best Sahara Desert tours from Fes
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- Imperial Cities & Desert Tour
- Fez & Desert Magical Tour
- 3 days 2 Nights Desert Tour from Fes via Desert to Marrakech
- 3 Days / 2 Nights, Fes to Fes Desert Tour
- 4 Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
- Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert
- 9-Day Fez, Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Boumalne, Erfoud, Tinghir and more.
- Private 4-Days-Tour from Fes to the Sahara until Marrakech (Private Tour)
- From Fes to Marrakech: 4-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour
- 4 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga, Morocco
Imperial Cities & Desert Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The pace was very fast but I enjoyed everything especially Ait Ben Haddou and watching the sunrise in the Sahara Desert.”
Catherine, traveled in March
The route takes you from Fez's UNESCO medina through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga's golden dunes. A camel ride across Erg Chebbi leads to a luxury desert camp, followed by passages through Todra Gorge to ancient kasbahs of the Sahara.
Duration 7 days Destinations Fes, Errachidia, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, Erfoud, Tinghir, Todra Gorge, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Ait BenhaddouSee all destinations Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operated in English, French Operator Discover Morocco From $1,541
25% Off- NZ$1,156You save $385
Fez & Desert Magical Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was truly an authentic experience. I would recommend this tour to everyone.”
Vicky, traveled in January
Your adventure starts at historic Bou Inania Madrasa in Fez, winding through Erfoud and Merzouga's Saharan expanse via A/C minibus. Camel treks lead to luxury desert camps before visits to Atlas Film Studios and UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Benhaddou.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Errachidia, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, Erfoud, Tinghir, Todra Gorge, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Ait BenhaddouSee all destinations Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operated in English, French Operator Discover Morocco From $799
25% Off- NZ$599You save $199
3 days 2 Nights Desert Tour from Fes via Desert to Marrakech
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We did a 3 day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes + a 1 day drive from Fes to Tangier via Chefchaouen.”
Gary, traveled in April
The Sahara beckons as you leave Fes, passing through Ifrane and Azrou's cedar forests. Crossing Ziz Valley leads to Merzouga's Erg Chebbi dunes for luxury camping. The route continues through Rissani's ancient markets and Todra Gorges before ascending Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.
Duration 3 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Erfoud, Merzouga, Khamlia, Tinghir, Todra Gorge, Boumalne DadesSee all destinations Age Range 4 to 75 year olds Operated in English, French Operator Discover Morocco Tours From
25% Off- NZ$913
3 Days / 2 Nights, Fes to Fes Desert Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The camel ride and experience in the Sahara were unforgettable though and our guide was excellent.”
Stephanie, traveled in March
Rolling landscapes unfold from Fes to the Sahara's edge. The route crosses Atlas Mountains, winds through cedar forests, and passes Erfoud's fossil region before reaching your desert basecamp for camel trekking.
Duration 3 days Destinations Fes, Erg Chebbi Age Range up to 94 year olds Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
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4 Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Highly, highly recommend Discover Morocco tours and especially Rashid Aghad, who was so kind to us.”
Jamil, traveled in January
Rolling from Fes through the Sahara Desert's heart, this route takes in Merzouga's towering Erg Chebbi dunes and traditional Berber camps. Camel treks and visits to Khamlia village lead to Todgha Gorges before reaching Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakech.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Merzouga, Khamlia, Erfoud, Todra Gorge, Boumalne Dades, SkouraSee all destinations Age Range 4 to 80 year olds Operated in English, French Operator Discover Morocco Tours From
25% Off- NZ$1,370
Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga Desert
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Best Tours Morocco was able to accommodate extra locations we wanted to visit. Accommodations were comfortable and of very good quality.”
McCarthy, traveled in July
Historic Fes marks the starting point, crossing Atlas Mountains through Ifrane and Midelt to reach the Sahara at Merzouga. Desert wonders await before continuing through Todra Gorge to Marrakesh, covering approximately 600 kilometers of diverse terrain.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Erfoud, Merzouga, Rissani, Tinghir, Boumalne Dades, Skoura, OuarzazateSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 85 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Best Tours Morocco From
25% Off- NZ$1,629
The path from Fez starts at the Royal Palace, crossing Tizi N'tichka pass into the Sahara. Golden dunes of Merzouga and 250-meter Todra Canyons mark the way to Marrakech. The UNESCO fortress of Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, the desert's gateway, highlight the route.
Duration 9 days Destinations Fes, Rabat, Marrakesh, Ait Benhaddou, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Erfoud, Tinghir Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
25% Off- NZ$2,536
The 520km first-day route from Fes at 8AM passes through Ifrane and Azrou to reach Erg Chebbi's dunes. The path continues through Saharan landscapes via Rissani's markets and Todra Gorge, finishing in Marrakech after 1220 total kilometers.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Errachidia, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Khamlia, RissaniSee all destinations Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Spanish Operator Explore Morocco Travel From
25% Off- NZ$1,170
Golden dunes of Merzouga and Erg Chebbi desert await after leaving Fes, explored by camel and 4x4. Dramatic canyons of Todra Gorge lead to Boumalne Dades, before crossing High Atlas Mountains through remote desert villages to Marrakech.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, Tinghir, Todra Gorge, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Ait Benhaddou, Marrakesh Age Range 5 to 95 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Morocco Flawless Travels From $1,496
15% Off- NZ$1,272You save $224
4 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga, Morocco
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations exceeded our expectations and we will be recommending this trip to all our friends.”
Emma, traveled in November
The Saharan route from Fes winds through Ifrane and Azrou's cedar forests. The path leads via the Ziz Valley to Merzouga's Erg Chebbi dunes, passing through Rissani's souks and Todgha Gorges. The final stretch reaches historic Ait Benhaddou across dramatic desert landscapes.
Duration 4 days Destinations Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Merzouga, Rissani, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Marrakesh, Ait Benhaddou Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Escorted Morocco Tours From
15% Off- NZ$1,598
What people love about Sahara Desert Tours from Fes
- Imperial Cities & Desert Tour
Thank you for my time in Morocco. It was very good. All my tour leaders were excellent. It would nice if our tour leaders could eat with us so that we could ask them questions and clarify any questions we have. The pace was very fast but I enjoyed everything especially Ait Ben Haddou and watching the sunrise in the Sahara Desert/
- Fez & Desert Magical Tour
The tour was so well organized. There was support for any questions. The driver was excellent. It was so much fun. It was truly an authentic experience. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
This was the best possible experience we could have had with a tour all due to our excellent tour guide Abdul! He was kind, fun loving, and very accommodating. We got a long so well we even extended our tour with Discover Morocco Tours and Abdul to Chefchaouen! At no point did we feel uncomfortable or out of the loop, Abdul kept us informed, entertained, and in good company. A great friend and an incredible tour. I’d highly recommend!
3 days 2 Nights Desert Tour from Fes via Desert to Marrakech
What our customers ask about Sahara Desert Tours from Fes
What is the typical duration of tours from Fes to the Sahara Desert?
The journey from Fes to the Sahara Desert spans 3-6 days with 4-day tours being the most common choice. The route takes travelers through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga making stops at notable sites. Visitors can explore Ifrane Morocco's "Switzerland" the cedar forests of Azrou and pass through the Ziz Valley before reaching the desert's edge. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Had an amazing adventure experienced beautiful landscape wonderful food and amazing local cultures. Would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience Morocco away from the bustling Medinas."
Where can I expect to stay during a Fes to Sahara Desert tour?
Each night offers different accommodation experiences on the desert journey. The first nights are spent in traditional riads in Fes such as Riad Rcif or Riad Al Makan. As the tour progresses travelers stay in desert lodges near Merzouga like Kasbah Mohayut and local guesthouses in the Dades Valley including Kasbah Tizzarouine. The highlight for many is spending a night in a luxury desert camp among the Erg Chebbi dunes where guests enjoy traditional Berber meals and entertainment. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The accommodations were incredibly comfortable and authentic especially the luxury desert camp under the stars - it was truly magical."
What are the main highlights between Fes and the Sahara Desert?
The route connects several noteworthy destinations starting with Ifrane's Imperial city and the Azrou cedar forests home to Barbary apes. Travelers pass through the Ziz Valley known for its palm groves and visit Erfoud a town famous for its fossils. The journey includes time in Khamlia village to experience Gnawa music and explores the Todra Gorges. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Every stop was incredible but seeing the sunset over the massive dunes of Erg Chebbi while riding camels was absolutely unforgettable."
How long is the drive from Fes to the Sahara Desert?
The drive takes 7-8 hours from Fes to Merzouga Desert. Tours break up this distance with rest stops and sightseeing including visits to Ifrane the Middle Atlas Mountains and the Ziz Valley. Many groups pause at Hotel Ramada By Wyndham Fes and other points of interest along the way. A TourRadar traveler shared "Though the drive was long the changing landscapes and frequent stops made it enjoyable."
What's the best time of year to take a tour from Fes to the Sahara?
October through April provides the most pleasant conditions for desert tours from Fes. The spring months of March through May and fall period of September through November offer comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities. Summer brings intense heat with desert temperatures often reaching above 40°C (104°F). As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "We went in October and the weather was perfect - warm during the day but cool enough at night to enjoy the campfire in the desert."
What meals are typically included in Fes to Sahara Desert tours?
Tour packages generally cover breakfast and dinner with an emphasis on local Moroccan dishes. Breakfast at locations like Dar Anebar in Fes serves fresh bread jams and mint tea. Desert camp dinners feature traditional dishes such as tagines and couscous served outdoors. Lunch stops happen in towns like Midelt or Rissani at extra cost. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The food was exceptional throughout especially the traditional Berber dinner in the desert camp."
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