African Ancestry Travel Packages
Setting off on an African ancestry travel adventure through West Africa, centering on Ghana as the major hub and exploring Senegal, Gambia, and Benin with Palace Travel is truly like uncovering a treasure trove of history, culture, and personal connections! As you step off the plane in Accra, you’re immediately embraced by the welcoming warmth of the air, filled with delightful spices and the lively rhythms of local music. Your journey kicks off in Accra’s vibrant streets, where the rich fabric of Ghanaian life comes alive with pulsing energy, colorful markets, handmade crafts, and delicious local treats.
Palace Travel offers a distinctive African ancestry travel experience that takes you to ancestral sites echoing the stories of those who came before us. From the moving Cape Coast Castle and the tranquil beauty of the Ashanti Region in Ghana to the “Door of No Return” on Gorée Island in Senegal, the resilient fortress on Kunta Kinteh Island in The Gambia, and the iconic Slave Route monument in Ouidah, Benin, every stop reinforces the strength of our heritage. Our African heritage tours are more than just a vacation; it’s a heartfelt pilgrimage back to the roots that have shaped who you are. Get ready for an inspiring and uplifting exploration that connects past with present!
Embracing Heritage
As you explore your African ancestry, Palace Travel is committed to providing a culturally immersive experience. Participants visit local villages across Ghana, Senegal, Gambia, and Benin, where authentic hospitality creates an inviting atmosphere. Engaging in traditional ceremonies, witnessing vibrant dances, and savoring regional cuisine, jollof rice in Ghana, thieboudienne in Senegal, benachin in Gambia, and agbado dough in Benin, enhances your understanding of customs and traditions passed through generations.
Our knowledgeable guides share narratives that resonate with personal family histories, rendering the experience both intimate and significant. You will trace your lineage through Akan, Wolof, Mandinka, and Fon stories, delve into the importance of names, and potentially uncover distant relatives who share your ancestry. We then conclude with a touching Fihankra naming ceremony, honoring the restoration of cultural and spiritual connections at the journey’s end.
A Transformative Experience
The final leg of your journey with Palace Travel culminates in a transformative moment that profoundly impacts your sense of identity. Standing on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, you contemplate the waters that once carried your ancestors and feel a deep emotional resonance. You may engage in a meaningful ritual, planting a tree or lighting a candle that symbolizes hope and remembrance.
As you prepare for your return home, you carry not only enduring memories but also a renewed sense of self and belonging. Ancestry travel transcends mere travel; it represents a sincere exploration of roots, a celebration of culture, and a means of understanding your true identity. Contact Palace Travel to plan your custom African ancestry travel destinations today.
Ancestry Travel Packages
Ghana 8 Day Special
8 Day TourJoin us on this 8 Day Special Tour of Ghana. Highlights include a tour of W.E.B Dubois Centre, Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah
Historic Nigeria – 8 Days
8 Day TourOn this 8-day tour of Nigeria, visit the main commercial city of Lagos, the slave town of Badagry; purchase Batik Fabrics in Itoku market;
Sierra Leone Cultural and History Tour
7 Day TourExplore the cultural and Historical destinations of the Sierra Leone in the Southwest Coast of Western Africa. Highlights of this
Discover Senegal & Ghana
11 Day TourExperience the beauty in Senegal and the history of Ghana in this 11-day tour visiting Ghanaian cities