20-Day Sustainable Morocco Adventure: From Tangier to Marrakech
Experience Morocco at a slower, deeper pace on this 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure, a private journey that connects you with the country’s heart and soul. Beginning in the vibrant coastal city of Tangier and ending in Marrakech, this eco-conscious itinerary blends cultural immersion, natural exploration, and community engagement.
You’ll stay in eco-lodges, family-run riads, and nomadic tents — each chosen for its environmental ethics and authentic charm. Expect meaningful encounters: sharing tea with nomads, learning traditional crafts, joining a pottery workshop, and exploring Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes from the Rif Mountains to the Sahara Desert.
This sustainable Morocco tour combines adventure, relaxation, and connection — offering optional daily activities to balance discovery with rest.
Start: Tangier
End: Marrakech
Style: Private, Customized, Culturally Immersive
Focus: Slow Travel, Nomadic Life, Artisan Workshops, Nature & Sustainability
Highlights of the 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure
- Explore Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara, and Marrakech at a relaxed pace
- Stay in eco-lodges, traditional riads, and nomadic camps
- Join hands-on experiences: pottery, weaving, and farming workshops
- Participate in a nomadic homestay in the Jbel Saghro Mountains
- Visit the Jarjeer Donkey Sanctuary and Amazmiz family farm
- Support local artisans and sustainable tourism initiatives
- Enjoy farm-to-table meals and local cultural performances
Itinerary Overview
• Day 1: Arrival in Tangier
• Day 2–3: Chefchaouen and Akchour Hike
• Day 4–5: Fes – cultural and historical exploration
• Day 6: Scenic transfer through the Middle Atlas to Midelt
• Day 7–8: Sahara Desert – camel trek and stargazing
• Day 9: Todgha Gorges
• Day 10–12: Jbel Saghro – nomad homestay experience
• Day 13: Dades Valley – hike and local encounter
• Day 14: Skoura Pottery Workshop – Fint Oasis
• Day 15–17: Marrakech – city tour, donkey sanctuary, Atlas workshop
• Day 18: Departure from Marrakech
Detailed Itinerary – 20 days sustainable Morocco adventure
Day 1 – Arrival in Tangier
Welcome to Morocco! Upon your arrival in Tangier, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, your local driver-guide will greet you at the airport or ferry terminal and transfer you to your charming riad. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a gentle walking tour through Tangier’s historic medina, Kasbah, and coastal corniche. With its cosmopolitan flair, Andalusian architecture, and literary legacy, Tangier makes for a fascinating start to your journey.
Accommodation: Dar Yasmine
Meals: Dinner (if arrival before 19:00)
Optional Activities: Café Hafa sunset tea, guided walk in Kasbah, photography walk at the port
Day 2 – Tangier to Chefchaouen with Spanish Mosque Hike
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Chefchaouen, the jewel of the Rif Mountains and one of Morocco’s most photogenic towns. On arrival, check into your riad and settle into the peaceful atmosphere. In the late afternoon, take a light hike up to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic sunset views of the town.
Drive: ~2.5 hours
Accommodation: Dar Res Elma or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Hammam/spa experience, local weaving cooperative visit, guided medina tour
Day 3 – Akchour Waterfalls Hike & Free Afternoon in Chefchaouen
Today, venture into the Rif Mountains for a guided hike to Akchour Waterfalls — a natural paradise of shaded valleys, stone bridges, and crystal pools. After your hike, enjoy a relaxing afternoon exploring Chefchaouen’s serene blue streets.
Hike: ~3–4 hours round trip (moderate)
Accommodation: Dar Res Elma or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Henna art session, photography tour, home-cooked lunch with a Rif family
Day 4 – Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis & Moulay Idriss
Depart the mountains for Morocco’s imperial heart. Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then stop in Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco’s most sacred towns, before continuing to Fes.
Drive: ~5 hours (with stops)
Accommodation: Palais Houyam or Similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Cooking class upon arrival, rooftop dinner with panoramic views
Day 5 – Full Day in Fes – History & Heritage
Discover Fes with a licensed local guide. Walk through the maze of the old medina, see the world’s oldest university (Al Quaraouiyine), the tanneries, and artisan souks. Fes is Morocco’s cultural and spiritual soul.
Accommodation: Palais Houyam or Similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Calligraphy workshop, hammam visit, guided food tasting walk
Day 6 – Fes to Midelt through the Middle Atlas
Journey through cedar forests, mountain towns, and alpine landscapes. Stop in Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland,” and Azrou to see wild Barbary macaques. Arrive in Midelt for a peaceful night between the Middle and High Atlas.
Drive: ~4.5 hours
Accommodation: Kasbah Izouran or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Village walk, apple orchard visit, local music night
Day 7 – Midelt to the Sahara Desert (Merzouga)
Travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and ancient kasbahs, before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Ride camels into the desert for a breathtaking sunset, followed by dinner and music under the stars.
Drive: ~5 hours
Accommodation: Sahara Stars Camp or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Sandboarding, stargazing, drumming circle
Day 8 – Full Day Desert Experience
Awaken to sunrise over the dunes, then immerse yourself in desert life — visit nomadic families, the Gnaoua musicians of Khamlia, or explore the desert by 4×4. Tonight, rest in a peaceful kasbah on the dunes’ edge.
Accommodation: Desert Villa or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Desert picnic, fossil site visit, henna painting
Day 9 – Merzouga to Todgha Gorges
Drive to Todgha Gorges, a spectacular natural canyon surrounded by palm oases and villages. Enjoy a walk through the gorge and relax at your guesthouse amid the cliffs.
Drive: ~4.5 hours
Accommodation: Dar Ayour or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Rock climbing, cooking class, guided village walk
Day 10 – Todgha to Jbel Saghro – Nomad Homestay (Night 1)
Leave the tourist routes behind for the Jbel Saghro mountains. Meet your host family and begin your nomadic homestay, sleeping in traditional tents beside their camp.
Drive: ~3 hours (some off-road)
Accommodation: Nomad tents
Meals: Full board
Days 11–12 – With the Nomads – Jbel Saghro (Nights 2 & 3)
Immerse yourself in daily nomadic life — baking bread, herding goats, fetching water, and weaving. Share stories, songs, and meals beneath open skies. A rare and meaningful window into Morocco’s living heritage.
Accommodation: Nomadic homestay
Meals: Full board
Optional Activities: Hike to a spring, poetry exchange, local market visit
Day 13 – Nomads to Dades Valley – Short Hike
Say goodbye to your hosts and travel to the dramatic Dades Valley. Enjoy a guided hike through villages and farmlands framed by red rock formations.
Drive: ~3 hours
Accommodation: Monkey Fingers Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Cooking class, painting workshop, weaving demo
Day 14 – Dades to Fint Oasis via Skoura Pottery Workshop
Stop in Skoura to join a pottery-making session with local artisans before continuing to the tranquil Fint Oasis near Ouarzazate.
Drive: ~3.5 hours
Accommodation: Terrasse des Délices or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Pottery, village walk, women’s cooperative visit
Day 15 – Fint Oasis to Marrakech via Ait Benhaddou
Visit the UNESCO site of Ait Benhaddou, a striking ksar used in many films. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and reach Marrakech by evening.
Drive: ~5.5 hours
Accommodation: Riad Les Remparts de la Kasbah or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Tagine lunch, photography stops, tea ceremony
Day 16 – Donkey Sanctuary Visit & Medina Free Time
Visit the Jarjeer Donkey Sanctuary, a haven for rescued working animals. Return to Marrakech for a relaxed afternoon exploring the medina.
Accommodation: Riad Les Remparts de la Kasbah or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Artisan shopping, Anima Gardens visit
Day 17 – Atlas Mountains Day Trip – Amazmiz Workshop & Farm Visit
Enjoy a full-day trip to Amazmiz, where you’ll visit a local farm, take part in a weaving or bread-making workshop, and share lunch with a Berber family.
Accommodation: Riad Les Remparts de la Kasbah or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities: Music session, planting a tree, scenic hike
Day 18 – Full Day in Marrakech – Culture & Farewell
Explore Marrakech’s highlights: the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Jemaa El Fna, and Majorelle Gardens. End your 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure with a memorable farewell dinner.
Accommodation: Riad Les Remparts de la Kasbah or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Guided Medina tour, hammam, cooking class
Day 19 – Optional Day Trip to Essaouira (If Time Permits)
If your flight allows, take a day trip to Essaouira — a laid-back coastal town known for its artistic charm, seafood, and Atlantic breeze.
Drive: ~2.5 hours each way
Accommodation: Riad Les Remparts de la Kasbah or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 20 – Departure from Marrakech
Early morning transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport for your flight home.
Your 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure ends with memories of connection, discovery, and inspiration.
Meals: Breakfast
Price
3550 € per person (based on private tour for 2 pax)
What’s included in 20 days sustainable Morocco adventure?
- Private English-speaking driver
- Private 4×4 or minivan with fuel and tolls
- Airport transfers (Tangier & Marrakech)
- 19 nights in riads, camps, lodges, and nomadic tents
- Daily breakfasts, most dinners, and some lunches
- Guided cultural tours in Fes and Marrakech
- Camel trek & desert camp experience
- Pottery workshop in Skoura
- Amazmiz cultural & farm visit
- Visit to the donkey sanctuary
- All local city taxes
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional activities
- Entrance fees (unless noted)
Good to Know – 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure
Is this a private or group tour?
This is a private and tailor-made tour, designed exclusively for you (and your travel companions).
You’ll have your own English-speaking driver-guide and private 4×4 or minivan throughout the journey.
All activities, accommodations, and experiences can be customized to suit your pace, interests, and comfort preferences.
Can we choose different levels of accommodation?
Absolutely. Morocco Green Tours offers three comfort categories:
- Standard: Small riads, local guesthouses, eco-lodges, and traditional desert camps.
- Comfort: Mid-range boutique riads, eco-boutique lodges, upgraded desert camps.
- Luxury: Premium riads, heritage kasbahs, and deluxe desert camps with private bathrooms.
All selected accommodations are locally owned, sustainably managed, and committed to community support.
Is this a sustainable or eco tour?
Yes — sustainability is at the heart of this itinerary.
With our 20-day Sustainable Morocco adventure, we partner with local families, cooperatives, and eco-lodges that share our values.
Your experience supports rural communities, fair employment, and cultural preservation, while minimizing waste and carbon footprint.
What’s the best time of year to travel?
The ideal months for this 20-day Morocco adventure are March–June and September–November.
These seasons offer comfortable temperatures in both the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.
Winter (December–February) is still beautiful but can be cold at night in the desert and mountains.
How active is this tour?
This trip combines light adventure and cultural exploration.
Daily walks and optional hikes are moderate and adaptable to your fitness level.
If you prefer less walking or more hiking, the itinerary can easily be adjusted.
What should I pack for the tour?
Here’s a suggested eco-friendly packing list:
- Lightweight and breathable clothing (natural fabrics preferred)
- Warm layer for cool mountain and desert nights
- Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
- Hat, sunglasses, and reusable water bottle
- Daypack for daily excursions
- Power adapter (Type C or E plugs, 220V)
- Travel towel and eco toiletries (biodegradable when possible)
- Headscarf or buff for desert wind protection
- Small gifts from your country (optional – appreciated by host families)
Is vegetarian or vegan food available?
Yes! Most of our partner riads and camps can cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary preferences — just let us know in advance.
Expect lots of fresh vegetables, Tagines, lentils, couscous, and seasonal fruits sourced locally.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes, all our tours are fully customizable.
You can adjust the number of days, choose different destinations, or add activities such as yoga sessions, photography workshops, or extra nights by the ocean in Essaouira.
Is it suitable for solo travelers or families?
Absolutely!
- Solo travelers can enjoy full privacy and flexibility.
- Families love the educational and hands-on experiences (pottery, nomad life, animal sanctuaries).
- Couples appreciate the mix of adventure and serenity — it’s a perfect slow-travel honeymoon route.
Do we need a guide in every city?
Yes, we include licensed local guides in key cultural cities like Fes and Marrakech, ensuring authentic and insightful visits.
In other areas (mountains, desert, villages), your driver-guide also serves as your main local connection and cultural interpreter.
How do we book this 20-day sustainable Morocco adventure?
You can reserve your private 20 Days Sustainable Morocco Adventure by contacting us via:
contact@moroccogreentours.com
or filling out the booking form below with your preferred dates, accommodation level, and number of travelers.