Marrakech • Essaouira • Sahara Desert • Fez - Casablanca
October 12 - 26, 2027

Morocco - Sacred Women’s Spaces

From medinas to mountains, discover Morocco’s women-led traditions and timeless rituals on this culturally immersive road tour exploring connection, craft, and community!

Morocco offers a rare opportunity to witness and participate in traditions of women gathering that are still alive today:

From the sacred rituals of the hammam, where women come together weekly to cleanse, connect, and care for one another, to multigenerational artisan communities preserving ancient crafts.

These spaces reveal how deeply community is woven into daily life.

Trip Overview

From the bustling souks and intimate riads of Marrakech and Fez to the sweeping Atlas Mountains and golden Sahara dunes, Morocco invites us into a world rich with texture, tradition, and beauty.

Wander medinas, share meals prepared with generations of care, and gather beneath desert skies where stories have been passed from woman to woman for centuries.

This is a journey across Morocco—a moving, immersive experience where every transition becomes part of the story. From the Atlantic coast to the desert, we witness subtle shifts in landscape, culture, and tradition, deepening our understanding of the country and its women. Along the way, moments between destinations become opportunities for reflection, conversation, and connection with both the land and your fellow travelers.

Through meaningful encounters with Moroccan women—artisans, community leaders, and young girls learning leadership—we explore the universal threads of womanhood: belonging, voice, resilience, and connection.

Guided by The Red Tent, this journey blends outer exploration with inner reflection, leaving you inspired, connected, and transformed.

Trip Highlights

Immersive Place & Culture

Explore Morocco’s most iconic and soulful landscapes, from Marrakech’s vibrant markets to the coastal calm of Essaouira, the stillness of the Sahara, and the spiritual depth of Fez. Each destination is thoughtfully chosen for both beauty and cultural richness.

The Inner Journey & The Red Tent

Guided by the themes of The Red Tent, we’ll engage in self reflection and group dialogue—exploring what it means to gather as women, create sacred space, and carry these traditions forward in our own lives. Above all, soak in the spirit of community and hospitality here.

Connection, Sisterhood, & Shared Traditions

Experience authentic connection within our group and with Moroccan women. Highlights include an intimate evening dancing with sacred women musicians.

Outside Essaouira, visits with artisan communities, and time with the inspiring young leaders of Project Soar.

Trip Itinerary

The Experience

Let Us Host Your Journey

Join Honest Heart Journeys Founder & Host Jennifer Dale with Trip Host Summer Davis, who brings over three decades of global travel experience and deep local knowledge of Morocco.

Together, they carefully create a space for connection through storytelling, rare immersion into daily life, and shared inquiry.

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Our Trip Book:
The Red Tent

This beloved novel illuminates the ancient tradition of women gathering in sacred spaces. Its themes will guide our conversations and reflections throughout the journey.

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Activity Level: Moderate & Flexible

Our journey includes walking tours through medinas, uneven terrain, narrow staircases in multi-floored guesthouses, light hiking and swimming opportunities, and an 1.5 hour camel ride.

We change accommodations frequently in our tour from Essaouira to Fes. Be prepared to shuttle for periods up to 2.5+ hours in our private tour van, designed with air conditioning and ample luggage space. Along the way, you’ll hear stories from your hosts, learn about the land and culture, and bond with each other!

A Land of Living Traditions

As travelers, we arrive with curiosity to listen, learn, and reflect. Through shared experiences, conversations, and side-by-side participation, we see both the beauty of cultural differences and the profound similarities in women’s lives across the world. These moments of exchange often become the most meaningful - expanding our perspective and deepening our compassion.

Each day offers opportunities to engage deeply, both with Morocco and within yourself. 

Intimate, Boutique Accommodations

Stay in carefully selected riads, guesthouses, and a desert camp that reflect Moroccan beauty, comfort, and authenticity.

Cuisine

Enjoy vibrant, nourishing meals rooted in tradition. From shared tagines to hands-on cooking experiences, food becomes a meaningful part of connection.

Weather

October has warm, comfortable days and cooler evenings—perfect for exploring cities, mountains, and desert landscapes.

Temperatures range from  (77–86°F) in the daytime to cooler evenings (54–63°F).

What to Bring

You’ll receive a detailed packing and preparation guide to help you feel confident and ready for every aspect of the journey.

Your Trip Hosts

Summer Davis

Costa Rica Trip Host

Jennifer Dale

Founder & Trip Host

What’s Included?

    • All lodging: 1 night boutique woman-owned hotel, 2 nights rustic rural homestay, 4 nights luxury eco-lodges, and 2 nights beachfront bungalows – each place chosen for its unique identity, authenticity, and comfort.

    • Most meals (9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners)

    • All included activities (cooking class, salsa dance class, hotsprings entrance, river float, forest immersion experience, artisan co-op visit, outrigger canoe, cacao ceremony)

    • Private transportation with space for luggage

    • Experienced tour hosts + local guides

    • HHJ journal and pen

    • Airfare to & from San Jose, Costa Rica

    • Travel insurance (required emergency/medical)

    • Travel day meals

    • Optional activities (yoga, surfing, horseback riding, spa treatment)

    • Alcohol

    • Additional expenses, shopping, and gratuities

Morocco - Sacred Women’s Spaces

Marrakech • Essaouira • Sahara Desert • Fez • Casablanca — May 7 - 16, 2027

Our journeys often fill well in advance due to limited group size, so we highly recommend registering early.

Traveling solo? You're warmly welcomed!
Many guests join us on their own. When selecting double occupancy, we thoughtfully survey and pair roommates based on your preferences and comfort.

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FAQS

  • Reserve your spot through our website, which links you to our WeTravel registration platform. We require a 50% deposit with full payment due 180 days prior to the departure date. We welcome payments via credit card or debit with a flexible payment schedule.

    Please keep your WeTravel reservation confirmation email to access your individual account information any time through the ‘Manage Your Booking’ button at the bottom. Everything regarding your trip – guest survey, waiver forms, visa/passport uploads, planning guide, etc. – lives here.

    If you have ANY questions, we'd love to talk with you! Reach out any time through our Contact page.

  • A 50% deposit is due at registration, and balances are due 180 days before departure. If a cancellation is made prior to 180 days before the trip date, the entire deposit will be refunded no less than a $500 per person service charge. Cancellations that are less than 179 days prior to the departure date will be charged in full. Payment plans are available upon request.

    Itineraries are subject to change depending on weather, availability of activities, unforeseen circumstances, emergencies, etc. It is highly unlikely that we will cancel a trip, but we do reserve the right to cancel due to weather, natural disasters, emergencies or a lack of sufficient reservations. If we cancel a trip, a full refund of the trip deposit and any final payment will be given.

    Notification of cancellation must be received in writing via email to info@honestheartjourneys.com.

  • HHJ requires that you obtain travel insurance in case of unexpected medical circumstances. We also highly recommend you obtain cancellation insurance.

    We want you to make a decision that meets your needs. If you don’t already have your own insurance source, you can now book insurance directly on WeTravel registration platform.

  • Once your registration is complete and your trip is paid in full, you’ll receive a detailed Planning Guide designed to support your preparation. This includes:

    • A complete day-by-day itinerary

    • A curated packing list tailored to your destination

    • Hotel and lodging information

    • Important travel tips and logistics

    • An introduction to our selected trip book and related resources

    • Additional materials to help you feel confident and prepared

    At this time, we’ll also collect your emergency contact details, travel insurance information, and require signed release forms to ensure your safety and the smooth coordination of our journey together.

  • Getting to Costa Rica:
    Fly in and out of SJO – Juan Santamaría International Airport (not SJC in San Jose, California).

    Plan to arrive at least 3 hours before your departure. Your hotel offers airport shuttle service for convenience.

  • We intentionally create spaces that support presence, connection, and authentic joy. For this reason, alcohol is not served during group gatherings, though guests are welcome to purchase alcoholic beverages independently if they choose.

    To support the safety and well-being of all participants, we ask that recreational drugs or mind-altering substances—including microdosing—are not used during our trips or group experiences. This helps us maintain a safe, grounded, and supportive environment for everyone.

  • United States citizens do not need a visa for tourism, typically for stays up to 90 or 180 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay, with at least six months’ validity recommended beyond your arrival. A round-trip or onward ticket is required.

    Please check your passport well in advance of your departure date and make sure that it is valid. Your passport must be: 

    • Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the 'date of issue') 

    • Valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the expiration date).

Building Relationships Around the World

Whenever possible, we partner with sustainable and women-led companies who care deeply for their communities and environments. We also support organizations within the regions we visit, fostering relationships that extend beyond a single journey. Together, these connections help cultivate a growing global sisterhood rooted in respect and shared purpose.