2 Days Tour from Fes To Merzouga Desert

Morning: from Fes to Ifrane

In the morning, upon your arrival at Fes International Airport, a cordial representative from "Moorish Trips" will welcome you and assist you with every detail of your entry formalities. Subsequently, an experienced tour guide and skilled driver will escort you in a private, deluxe air-conditioned vehicle to explore breathtaking landmarks.

Start off your weekend holiday by going to Ifran which is renowned for its chilly climate, snowfall, and Alpine-style architecture. Ifrane is home to 13,380 residents. The name "Ifrane" derives from the Amazigh (Berber) word for "caves," aptly chosen due to the abundance of caves near the city. Today, it's frequently dubbed "Little Switzerland" for its picturesque landscape and European flair.

Afternoon: from Midelt to Fossils Museum

In the afternoon, reach Midelt which is a small and quaint city founded in 1917, sits at an elevation of 1,521 meters above sea level. It is a key agricultural hub, especially renowned for its apple orchards, which are a source of local pride and contribute to the city's renown. Additionally, Midelt is famous for its celebrated apple festival; an annual event that showcases the region's apple heritage every October. In Midelt, proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant, where you have the opportunity to indulge in a selection of dishes of traditional Moroccan cuisine such as couscous and tagine.

Make a stop in Ait Chakr, a location that boasts breathtaking views of the Ziz Gorges. Here, you can capture photographs to preserve your memories of this stunning scenery. Then, Proceed to the Erfoud Fossils Museum Lmorabit, where you can explore the geological history of the region through its extensive collection of fossils.

Evening: Camle ride to Desert camp in Merzouga

Set off on Merzouga often referred to as the "City of Healing Sands", it is celebrated as one of Morocco's premier destinations for natural rheumatism treatments. While in Merzouga, experience a camel ride to enjoy the beautiful sunset before arriving at the desert camp. There, you will have lunch and the chance to savor a variety of traditional Moroccan dishes shus as barbecue. If you are vegetarian the traditional Moroccan cuisine includes a range of vegetarian options such as couscous and tagine dishes that can be made without meat.

After that, enjoy star gazing with traditionnel music which is characterized by its use of the guembri (a three-stringed lute), krakebs (large metal castanets), Djembe (single piece of wood and is covered with a tightly stretched goat skin).