Overview :
The 4 Days From Errachidia to Fes via Merzouga is a Sahara journey that connects eastern Morocco with the imperial city of Fes through the Ziz Valley, Erg Chebbi dunes, desert villages, palm valleys, and the Middle Atlas Mountains. This tour is designed for travelers who arrive in Errachidia and want to enjoy a complete desert experience before continuing to Fes.
Your journey starts in Errachidia, near the Ziz Valley and the desert routes of southeastern Morocco. From there, the road continues through Erfoud, Rissani, and traditional desert towns before reaching Merzouga, located near the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
In Merzouga, you will ride camels across the dunes, enjoy sunset views, have dinner at the desert camp, and spend the night under the stars. You will also have time to explore the Merzouga area, including Khamlia village, nomad families, and desert landscapes around Erg Chebbi.
After the Sahara experience, the route continues north through Rissani, Erfoud, Ziz Valley, Midelt, the cedar forest, Ifrane, and the Middle Atlas Mountains before ending in Fes.
This 4 Days From Errachidia to Fes via Merzouga tour is ideal for travelers who want a slower desert route from Errachidia to Fes with camel trekking, Sahara camp, desert exploration, palm valleys, and mountain scenery.
4 Days From Errachidia to Fes via Merzouga
- Errachidia
- Fes
- 4 Day
Included
- Pick-up from your accommodation or airport in Errachidia
- Drop off at your accommodation in Fes
- Car Fuel
- Experienced English/Spanish speaking Driver/Guide
- Camel Trekking
- Sunset camel ride
- 2 nights in a private room at a hotel/riad
- Overnight at the Desert Camp
- Dinner and breakfast
- 4x4 transfer from and to the camp (Alternative to Camels)
Excluded
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Entrance (Optional)
- Tipping (Optional)
Itinerary
Day 1: Errachidia - Ziz Valley - Erfoud - Rissani - Merzouga Desert
Your 4 Days Desert Tour From Errachidia to Fes via Merzouga starts with pick-up from your accommodation or airport in Errachidia. We begin the journey by driving through the Ziz Valley, one of the most beautiful palm valleys in southeastern Morocco.
Along the way, several stops can be made for panoramic views over the palm groves and desert landscapes. The route continues towards Erfoud, a town known for fossils and desert products.
After Erfoud, we continue towards Rissani, a historic town linked to old caravan routes and traditional markets. Depending on the day, we can stop near the market area before continuing to Merzouga.
By the afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga, near the dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will ride camels across the golden dunes and enjoy the sunset over the Sahara.
After the camel trek, you will reach the desert camp. Dinner will be served at the camp, followed by a peaceful night under the stars. Overnight stay will be in a desert tent.
Day 2: Explore Merzouga Area - Khamlia - Nomad Families - Desert Hotel
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes before breakfast at the camp. After breakfast, we return from the camp and begin exploring the Merzouga area.
The visit can include Khamlia village, known for its Gnawa music, and nearby desert areas with black volcanic landscapes around the dunes. You may also visit nomad families living around the desert region and learn more about their traditional way of life.
The route continues through small desert villages, palm areas, and viewpoints around Erg Chebbi. You will have time to relax and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the Sahara.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at a hotel or riad near Merzouga.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert - Rissani - Erfoud - Ziz Valley - Midelt
After breakfast, we leave Merzouga and drive towards Rissani. This town is known for its traditional market, old trading history, and connection with desert caravan routes.
After Rissani, we continue through Erfoud and the desert road before reaching the Ziz Valley. This valley is famous for its long palm groves, panoramic viewpoints, and oasis landscapes.
Several stops can be made along the way for photos and short breaks. The journey continues through Errachidia and mountain roads towards Midelt, a town located between the Middle Atlas and High Atlas regions.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at a hotel or riad in Midelt.
Day 4: Midelt - Cedar Forest - Ifrane - Fes
After breakfast, we leave Midelt and continue north through the Middle Atlas Mountains. The road passes through mountain landscapes, small towns, and forest areas.
We may stop near the cedar forest, where Barbary monkeys can sometimes be seen in their natural surroundings. After the forest, the journey continues towards Ifrane, known for its clean streets and mountain atmosphere.
After a short stop in Ifrane, we continue towards Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest imperial cities.
By the afternoon, we arrive in Fes. The 4 Days From Errachidia to Fes via Merzouga tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation.
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