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Explore Ghana 11-Days


Day 1 Arrive In Accra, Ghana

International flight arrives in Accra, Ghana. You will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Rest, relax.

Meal(s) Included: No

Overnight at Novotel Accra City Centre Hotel or Similar

Day 2 Accra

Orientation. City Tour of Accra to see the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial, Independence Arch, National Theater and the W.E.B. Dubois Pan African Center. Visit the crafts and carving center.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

Overnight at Novotel Accra City Centre Hotel or Similar

Day 3 Accra- Cape Coast

Depart to Cape Coast and Elmina, arriving late morning for a brief tour of the city of Cape Coast. Tour Elmina Castle, a World Heritage site where slaves were held before being sent to the New World—followed by a walk through the town of Elmina. In the afternoon, visit the Volta Fishermen’s Community, a coastal village with traditional industries and Volta style houses.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Elmina Beach Resort or Similar

Day 4 Cape Coast

After breakfast, drive to Kakum National Park for a Nature Walk in the Rain Forest. Experience the Aerial Canopy Walkway—giving you a birds-eye view of the forest. In the late afternoon take a tour of Cape Coast Castle, another World Heritage Site.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Elmina Beach Resort or Similar

Day 5 Kumasi

Depart to Kumasi the realm of the Ashanti Kingdom. We pass through Obouasi, the location of the Ashanti Goldfields—one of the richest mines in the world. Arrive in Kumasi late afternoon, check into your hotel. In the evening, take an excursion to the village of Bonwire, the locale where the famous Royal Kente Cloth is made.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Sir Max Hotel or Similar

Day 6 Kumasi

Visits to the craft villages of Pankrono (pottery), Ahwiaa (woodcarving), and Ntonso (adinkra) cloth. Visit the Kumasi Cultural Center. In the afternoon, visit the Kumasi Central Market—the largest in West Africa, followed by a visit to Manhiyia Palace for an audience with the (Asanthene) Ashanti King or members of his Royal Court.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Sir Max Hotel or Similar

Day 7 Kumasi--Buabeng Fiema Monkey Sanctuary

Depart Kumasi for the village of Buabeng Fiema where Sacred Monkeys live in harmony with the community. You will likely interact with the monkeys. In the evening drive to Lake Bosomtwi where you may cruise on the lake.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Sir Max Hotel or Similar

Day 8 Kumasi-Busua Beach Resort

Depart KUMASI for Busua Beach resort in Ghana's Western region. Here you may enjoy water sports and other activities. Take a Canoe ride to visit a nearby Busua Island. Go on a walking tour to visit Fort Metal Cross at Dixcove.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Busua Beach Resort or Similar

Day 9 Busua Beach Resort-- Accra

Depart to Accra, arriving early afternoon in Aburi for lunch and a visit to the 100 year-old Aburi Botanical Gardens. Mid-afternoon: Visit the woodcarvers and drum makers of Aburi before continuing to Accra.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

Overnight at Novotel Accra City Centre Hotel or Similar

Day 10 Accra

Morning visit to La Mantse. The Chief's hospitality includes a cultural performance. Afternoon at leisure. This evening you are the guest at a traditional family dinner.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

Overnight at Novotel Accra City Centre Hotel or Similar

Day 11 Optional Activities---Depart

Today decide on your tour and activities with the assistance of your driver and guide. Day room provided at Novotel or similar. Final preparation before late evening departure home.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast



Tour Info

Included

Round trip airport to hotel transfer, First-class hotel accommodation in double occupancy with private facilities, Tours in modern air-conditioned vehicle, Trained English-speaking tour guide, Admissions to all listed sites, Luggage handling, Meals indicated by B, L, D

Not included

International flight to Africal, travel insurance, visa fees, gratuities



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