Morocco Tours Agency 
Quick Summary: Fes is the most strategic starting point for travelers wanting to visit the Sahara Desert, as it offers the shortest travel time to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Our most popular tours from Fes include the 2-Day Desert Escape and the 3-Day Fes to Marrakech route. As a Fes-headquartered agency with over 120 local staff, we provide door-to-door service from your Riad in the Medina or Fes-Saïss Airport (FEZ).
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Whether you are looking for a quick excursion to the Blue City or a deep dive into the nomadic lifestyle of the Sahara, our Fes-based team has curated these itineraries based on a decade of local operational experience.
While many travelers land in Casablanca, starting your tour in Fes offers distinct advantages that only a local operator can facilitate:
Fes is geographically closer to the Merzouga desert than any other major city. Starting here allows for a more relaxed drive through the Ziz Valley and the palm groves of Tafilalet, ensuring you arrive at the dunes early enough for a sunset camel ride.
Unlike international booking platforms, Morocco Tours Agency is headquartered in Fes. This means:
Expert Local Guides: Our guides grew up in the Fes Medina and know every "derb" (alleyway) and hidden gem.
Real-Time Support: With a team of 120 employees on the ground, we provide 24/7 support for every guest departing from our home city.
Rigorous Quality Control: We personally vet every Riad and transport vehicle departing from our Fes hub.
The journey from Fes to the Sahara is one of the most diverse drives in North Africa. When you book with us, your private driver will take you through:
Ifrane & Azrou: Known as "Little Switzerland," where we stop to see the Barbary macaques in the ancient cedar forests.
The Middle Atlas Mountains: A scenic climb with panoramic views of the Berber villages.
The Ziz Valley: A massive canyon filled with thousands of palm trees, marking the transition into the pre-Saharan landscape.
Erg Chebbi: The majestic golden dunes where your desert adventure truly begins
Yes. Since many Riads in the Fes Medina are not accessible by car, our drivers coordinate with your Riad staff to meet you at the nearest accessible point and assist with your luggage.
A 2-day tour is a "express" option. It involves about 7 hours of driving each way. It is perfect if you are short on time, but if you want to enjoy the desert at a slower pace, we recommend our 3-day or 4-day Fes itineraries.
Absolutely. Most of our guests choose to start in Fes and end in Marrakech. This is a very efficient way to see the country without backtracking.
Yes, we provide private airport transfers as part of our tour packages or as a standalone service to ensure your arrival in Fes is stress-free.
