On the first day of your 3 days Fes desert tour, we'll pick you up early from your accommodation in Fez or the airport and begin driving south through the Middle Atlas. Our first stop is Ifrane, known for its mountain climate and neat streets, earning it the nickname "Little Switzerland of Morocco". You’ll have time for a short walk and photos near the Atlas Lion statue.

Next, we continue to the Azrou cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques (it can be fed). After a break, we drive on to Midelt for lunch, then cross the Tizi n'Telghamt Pass toward the southeast.

In the afternoon, we stop for a panoramic view over the Ziz Valley, where thousands of palm trees line the river below. Afterwards, we will drive to Erfoud, known as the date capital, where we will visit a fossil museum.

By late afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga, where your camel guide will be waiting to begin your camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. You will stop at a high sand dune to watch the beautiful sunset over the desert. After that, we continue to the desert camp where you can sandboarding, have dinner, and enjoy Berber music and dance performances around the campfire. Overnight in a Merzouga Desert Camp under the stars.

Wake up for a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes of Merzouga, a sight not to be missed; it’s well worth it. Then, return to your desert camp for a delicious breakfast. After breakfast, travel back to Merzouga by camel, where your driver awaits. The day is dedicated to exploring the Merzouga region by 4WD.

First, you will visit nomadic families, where you will have the opportunity to learn about their way of life over a warm and friendly tea session and sample Berber pizza. Then, we will proceed to old french colonial Mines, the area around M'Ifiss is rich in fossils, including trilobites and ammonites. We will also visit an ancient eyeliner mine

Next, we will visit the village of El Khamlia, whose inhabitants trace their origins to countries such as Mali and Sudan, where we will enjoy a performance of African music by a Gnaoua group. Afterward, we will go back to Merzouga for lunch. Then, we will visit to Lake Merzouga, also known as Lake Flamingo or Tifart (a seasonal lake). After that, we will head to the Hassilabied oasis and hike its trails, enjoying the palm trees and the sounds of desert birds.

In the evening, we will return to Merzouga or hassilabied where, we will spend the night in a hotel/riad near the dunes, perfect for a shower, a relaxed dinner, and a good sleep.

After breakfast, we begin the drive back to Fes. If timing and market days allow, we can stop in Rissani known for its traditional Souks days and historic atmosphere. You will explore its souk, which is especially lively on certain days of the week (Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday), when nomads come to buy and sell their goods. Then, we will visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif (optional visit).

We continue through Erfoud and the Ziz Valley, stopping again for viewpoints if you want more photos. After lunch around Midelt, we head back through the cedar forest and Ifrane before arriving in Fes in the late afternoon. Upon arrival, your driver will transfer you to your accommodation or Fes Airport. End of your 3 day Sahara desert trip from Fes.