Discover Mali – 8 Days

Mali (Bamako, Segou, Djenne, Mopti, Dogon Country)

Discover Mali, the land of the famed Timbuktu and other unforgettable sites. Tour the country of the Dogons and explore their cliff side villages. Visit the large arts and craft center of Bamako. Experience the various blends of North Africa and Sub-saharan culture! This is a trip not to be missed.

Large building in Mali - Cultural Tour of Mali & Burkina Faso

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Activity
  1. Day 1: ARRIVE BAMAKO

    Arrive Bamako, you will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Today’s activities will be determined based on your arrival time. You may relax and unwind or start the tour of Bamako and vicinity.
    Overnight at Le Grand Hotel

  2. Day 2: BAMAKO-SÉGOU-DJENNE

    After breakfast, drive to Djenne. En-route stop in Ségou, visit the port, the traditional weavers and other artisans Visit Sekoro, the former capital of the Bambara Kingdom and pass by the tomb of King Biton Coulibaly. Continue to Djenne for overnight.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

    Overnight at Camp Djenne

  3. Day 3: DJENNE –  MOPTI

    After breakfast, visit the magnificent Grand Mosque, the world’s largest mud brick structure, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Late afternoon drive to Mopti. In the evening enjoy a sunset sail on the Niger River in a traditional Pinasse.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

    Overnight at Kanaga

  4. Day 4: MOPTI-DOGON COUNTRY

    After breakfast, drive to Mali’s fascinating Dogon country. Visit the Dogon village Songo, renowned for its rock paintings and circumcision grotto.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast and Dinner

    Overnight at Sangha Hotel

  5. Day 5: DOGON COUNTRY

    After breakfast, visit the village of Banani then continue to the villages of Ireli and Amani, site of a sanctuary for crocodiles which are sacred to the Dogon people. Visit the villages on the edge of the Bandiagara Cliff. Continue to Bandiagara for overnight.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast and Dinner

    Overnight at La Falaise

  6. Day 6: DOGON-SÉGOU

    After breakfast, drive to Segou. En route visit Terekongo village, site of a sacred well. Arrive in Ségou for overnight.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

    Overnight at Hotel Independence

  7. Day 7: SÉGOU-BAMAKO

    This morning complete your tour of Segou before returning to Bamako.
    Arrive in Bamako early afternoon. You may begin the city tour before checking into your hotel.

    Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

    Overnight at Le Grand Hotel

  8. Day 8: BAMAKO/ DEPART

    After breakfast, morning tour of Bamako: start at Point G which provides a panoramic view of the city. Continue to the National Museum, and the Central Market.   Together with your driver and guide decide on your final activities and excursions before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

    Meals included: Breakfast

Trip Includes

  •  Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure
  • Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel accommodation in the listed properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced tour guide
  • Admission to all listed sites
  • Meals listed

Not Included

  • Flights
  • Cost of visa
  • Meals not listed
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips to driver and guide
  • Personal items such as laundry, internet and telephone
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8 Day Tourstarting from$2486 per person
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