2-Day Tour from Fes to Desert: The Express Sahara Getaway
- from Fes
Durations
2 Days/ 1 Nights
Overview
Tour Highlights
Maximum Efficiency: The fastest, most direct private route to experience the deep desert from Fes.
Sunset Camel Trekking: Watch the colors of the Erg Chebbi dunes shift from gold to deep orange as the sun dips below the horizon.
Luxury Under the Stars: Stay in a premium, fully equipped desert tent featuring private en-suite bathrooms and hot showers.
Middle Atlas Crossing: Spot wild Barbary macaque monkeys in the ancient cedar forests of Azrou and see the alpine architecture of Ifrane.
Ziz Valley Panorama: Drive past the jaw-dropping canyons and millions of lush date palms lining the Ziz river oasis.
Detailed Itinerary
Wake up early to catch the serene magic of a Sahara sunrise over the high ridges. After a fresh breakfast at the camp, you will head back out of the dunes (by camel or 4×4) to meet your private driver.
We begin our return journey north, stopping briefly in Erfoud, the fossil capital of Morocco, to see how ancient marine life is uncovered from local marble quarries. We then trace our way back through the scenic Atlas Mountains, stopping for a relaxed lunch along the route. As the landscape transitions back into fertile green valleys, we will arrive back in the vibrant cultural hub of Fes by late afternoon, dropping you safely at your Riad doorstep or the airport.
Driving Time: About 7 hours total
Meals: Breakfast included
What’s Included / Excluded
Included:
- Private transport in a comfortable, modern SUV or high-top minivan with air conditioning.
- A professional, private driver.
- Safe door-to-door pick-up and drop-off at your Fes accommodation.
- 1 Night in a premium luxury Sahara desert camp tent with private en-suite facilities.
- Sunset camel trek into the dunes (4x4 camp transfer option available on request).
- Traditional multi-course dinner on Day 1 and freshly prepared breakfast on Day 2.
- Bottled water in the vehicle throughout the journey.
- All vehicle fuel, road tolls, and parking fees.
Excluded:
- Midday lunches and drinks.
- Tips for your driver (completely voluntary).
Tour Map
From 96 € / adult
Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 7 hours of driving on both days too difficult?
There is no sugarcoating it: this is a fast-paced, driving-heavy tour covering roughly 470 kilometers each way. However, because it is a completely private tour, you are not trapped on a rigid bus schedule. Your driver will pull over whenever you want to snap photos, use the restroom, or grab a coffee, making the long journey highly manageable and comfortable.
Can this 2-day tour drop us off in Marrakech instead of Fes?
Driving from Fes to the desert on Day 1 and then trying to reach Marrakech on Day 2 is not structurally feasible—it would require nearly 10 hours of non-stop mountain driving on the second day, leaving no time to actually see anything. If you want to connect Fes to Marrakech via the desert, we highly recommend booking our 3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech instead.
What should I pack for an overnight stay in the desert?
The Sahara experiences dramatic temperature shifts. Even if daytime temperatures are hot, the desert air cools down significantly at night, especially from October through April. Bring a warm jacket or fleece for the campfire, comfortable closed-toe shoes for walking on sand, sunglasses, and a power bank to keep your camera charged.