Ghana Adventure , History , Cultural And Heritage Tour
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Start and end in Accra! With the In-depth Cultural tour Introducing Ghana – 8 Days, you have a 8 days tour package taking you through Accra, Ghana and other destinations in Ghana. Introducing Ghana – 8 Days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. With a successful Year of Return campaign 2019, 2020 has been earmarked as the Beyond the Return and as such an Emancipation Tour would be a great idea to visit Ghana. Explore the rich cultures of Ghana, the buzzling city life, and the various historical sites noted for the transatlantic slave trade.1 hour to 2 hours
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Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
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Accra
Accra, GhanaUpon arrival at Kotoka International Airport, proceed through immigrations, claim luggage and clear Custom procedures, exit and meet our expert cultural tour guide for your transfer to your hotel in Accra.
This is the start of what will be an amazing journey that will live with you forever.
Upon arrival at the hotel and you have completed check in, our expert cultural guide who will be accompanying you for the duration of your tour, will offer you Akwaaba (welcome) and brief you on the exciting activities that await you here in Ghana
The rest of the day is yours to refresh and recharge.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
W.E.B. DuBois Center
1 Circular Road, Cantonments, just few meters from the US Embassy and close to Ghana International School, Accra, GhanaExperience the bustling city of Accra today which is a blend of modern buildings and old structures that existed during the colonial times. This 120-year-old old city has a number of historical things to offer you as you set off after a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel, passing through the economic and administrative districts.
The first place of visit will be the W.E.B DuBois Centre honoring the life of the prominent Pan-Africanist who chose to live and work in Ghana. We continue to the Independence Square where you will see the enclosed flame of African liberation, which was lit by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah in 1961.
The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, final resting place of Ghana’s first president. Set in attractive gardens, there is an adjoining museum, which contains photos, artifacts and an insight into Dr. Nkrumah’s life. Adjoining the park is the National cultural center, which is Ghana’s largest outdoor arts and crafts market selling traditional crafts from all over West Africa.
1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
High St., Accra, GhanaWe will visit James Town, one of Accra’s most historic neighborhoods, where history resides on every corner. Best known for its lighthouses (the first of which was constructed in 1875 by the British) as a navigational aid for trading vessels sailing through the Gulf of Guinea. The original structure was ruined but a larger and more improved lighthouse completed in 1921 is still functioning today.
You may also visit “Brazil House” and learn about the seven Afro-Brazilians families who returned to settle in Ghana in 1836. Familiar Brazilian/Portuguese last names such as De Souza, Palmares, Azumah, Amorin, Da Costa, Santos, De Medeiros, and Olympio are abundant in this section of Accra.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Following breakfast and check out, we depart to Kumasi driving through the forest zone to the seat of the Ashanti Empire to explore the legends of the famous Ashanti, whose legacies are still evident today.
Upon reaching Ejisu, we will visit the three craft villages of the surrounding lush countryside which is a sharp contrast of the modern-day Kumasi city:
• Adanwomase will be our first craft village where we’ll see how the famous Kente Cloth is handmade on looms in a time-honoured tradition passed down through generations. See the Kente styles and the opportunity to make purchases. We may pay a courtesy call to the paramount chief of this community amidst drumming and dancing or see their cocoa farms.35 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Ntonso Adinkra Craftsmen
Ntonso Road, Ntonso, Kumasi, GhanaWe will continue to the village of Ntonso where Artisans hand-stamp patterns on Cotton cloth to make Adinkra Textiles. Black-on-Black and Black-on-Red Adinkra Cloth is worn for funerals and other solemn occasions; learn how the Black Dye is made in the village from the bark of trees and creates your own Adinkra sash to take home. You may also purchase large pieces of the Adinkra Cloth handmade in the village.45 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location6
Manhyia Palace Museum
Ahanti New Town Road, off Antoa Road, Kumasi, GhanaAfter a good breakfast at the hotel, we will further explore the Kingdom which is rich in culture and traditions. Today will mark a well celebrated Festival of the Ashanti Empire.
This evening, we will have the opportunity to visit the ancient Ejisu Ashanti Shrine, a World Heritage Site where people visit for healing, consultations on problems relating to spiritual beliefs. Witness some of the traditional practices of the Ashanti people.
First, we visit the Manhyia Palace, official residence of Ashanti Kings (Asantehene) until 1974, now a museum containing treasured items relating to the Ashanti Kingdom. This is where you obtain first-hand information on the legacies of this unified monarchy.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location7
Okomfo Anokye Sword Site
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, GhanaKumasi has quite a collection of British colonial buildings and it is the heart of the Ashanti culture. We enjoy a drive through the city with monuments dedicated to the memory of the great Ashanti people on our way to visit the Okomfo Anokye sword site, an important symbol of Ashanti unity that marks the spot where the golden stool “descended from the sky” and has been in place for 300 years. Legend says the Ashanti kingdom would collapse should the sword ever be removed.
We will also visit the village of Sokoban Krofrom where traditional brass casting has been the main source of income for generations. Wide selections of items ranging from beads and jewellery to traditional statues are made here. The methods used to produce these intricate brass works have not changed in centuries and during our time here we will see a demonstration of the skilled process. Return to your hotel for overnight.
25 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location8
Lake Bosumtwi
30 km south-east of Kumasi, , GhanaToday, we depart for yet another adventure of Coastal lands of Ghana- Elmina & Cape Coast.
Enroute, we will visit Lake Bosomtwe, the largest Natural fresh water body in Ghana. Here you will enjoy peace and serenity and an encounter with nature. A walk on the beach gives you the opportunity to meet and interact closely with the local fishing folks and get an insight into their way of life. Considered sacred by the Ashanti, Lake Bosomtwe is an economic and popular resort area with Ashanti people due to the opportunities for fishing, swimming and water sports45 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 1 hour before departure time
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
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No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Accra time to receive 100% refund.
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