3-Day Tour Package from Fez to Merzouga Desert

3 days

Easy

Embark on a 3-day journey to explore the stunning landscapes, cultural richness, and desert beauty of Morocco from Fez to Merzouga and back.

This 3-day loop from Fez gives you a full Sahara experience without changing your base of departure. You will travel through the Middle Atlas, the cedar forests of Ifrane, the Ziz Valley and its palm-lined oases, then spend a full day exploring Merzouga's hidden corners — nomadic encampments, sub-Saharan villages and seasonal lakes — before returning to Fez via the historic souk of Rissani.

Tour highlights

  • Middle Atlas Mountains, Ifrane, and the cedar forest of Azrou
  • Ziz Valley palm groves
  • Camel trek and overnight in a luxury desert camp
  • Full 4×4 desert exploration: nomadic communities, Khamlia village, Lake Sirji
  • Historic souk of Rissani and the fossil workshops of Erfoud
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Daily breakfast throughout the tour.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (4×4, minivan, or similar, depending on group size).
  • Professional English-speaking driver throughout the trip (depending on your language).
  • Fuel, tolls, and all transport-related expenses.
  • Accommodation in carefully selected 3-4★ riads, guesthouses, or hotels.
  • Guided city tours with licensed local guides in Fez and Marrakech (where applicable).
  • Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou (where applicable).
  • Camel trekking experience in the Sahara Desert (if included in the itinerary).
  • Sandboarding in the dunes (if included in the itinerary).
  • Dinner at the desert camp in Merzouga (if included in the itinerary).
  • Dinner in Dades Valley (if included in the itinerary).
  • Free time for photos, exploration, and personal discoveries along the route.
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee
  • International and domestic flights.
  • Lunch and most dinners (unless specified above).
  • Drinks (water, soft drinks, alcohol).
  • Entrance fees to monuments and attractions.
  • Additional local guides beyond those mentioned.
  • Personal expenses (shopping, souvenirs, etc.).
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Travel insurance.
Please note
  • Passport required
  • Dress code

Pickup time is fully flexible — we adjust to your flight arrival or hotel pickup time. All tours are private; you will not be grouped with other travelers. Modest dress recommended for medinas and religious sites. Camel rides in the Sahara are optional and weather-dependent. Pace, accommodation category, and stops can be customized on request. Pricing is $170 per person per day, minimum 2 travelers. Pace, accommodation level, and pickup time are fully customisable, contact us after the payment and send us (contact@yomorocco.com) your flight details and where/when to pick you up and when/where to drop you off.

What to bring
    • Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity
    • Comfortable walking shoes (important for medinas and uneven terrain).
    • Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
    • Light layers for daytime + warmer clothing for evenings (especially in the winter).
    • Camera or smartphone + power bank.
    • Cash (Moroccan dirhams) for small purchases, tips, and entrance fees.
    • A relaxed mindset and curiosity: Morocco is best experienced with both.